hugging Benefits of Hugs: Valentine Week is currently being celebrated among loving couples. The sixth day of Valentine’s Week i.e. 12th February is celebrated as Hug Day. In a world full of stress, a simple activity like a hug has emerged as a universal source of comfort. Apart from the warmth and emotional connection it … Read more
(Rachel Goldsmith, Tuoroadjunct Assistant Professor in Population Health Science and Policy, Seattle University) Seattle (US), The term resilience can be confusing. Does it mean staying calm when facing stress? Want to deal with any situation and get back to normalcy quickly? Want to overcome adversity? Is resilience an attitude, a character trait or a skill … Read more
LIFESTYLE Reduce stress: Stress is a major trigger for cortisol production, so reducing stress can also reduce cortisol. Stop worrying about things that are not under our control. LIFESTYLE People experiencing stress should practice relaxation techniques like breathing exercises, yoga and walking in open spaces. All this will help activate the relaxation response instead of … Read more