meditation Archives

By Isobel Whitcomb Jun 21, 2021

Science

Meditation isn’t always calming. For a select few, it may lead to psychosis.

Meditation has a very real effect on the brain—and for some people, there are side effects involved.

By RK Pendergrass Feb 21, 2021

DIY

The best apps for dealing with anxiety

These services do more than guided meditation.

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By Jessica Boddy Jan 01, 2021

Science

How to make the most of meditation with science

Your zen will have no limits in 2021.

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By Rachel Feltman Dec 15, 2020

Gadgets

Gifts for the most stressed out people you know

Especially if you’re one of them.

By Rachael Zisk Oct 11, 2020

DIY

Fight election season burnout with these mental health tips

Sometimes being a responsible citizen can be exhausting.

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By Harry Guinness May 25, 2020

DIY

Five skills to learn in your spare time, and how to master them

Flex that gray matter.

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By Eleanor Cummins Apr 07, 2020

Technology

Meditation apps want to calm you down on the same device that stresses you out

The messy fight for mindfulness.

By Rachel Feltman Apr 07, 2020

Science

Soothing stories to take your mind off stressful things

To keep you from getting cabin fever while you practice social distancing.

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By Rachel Feltman Mar 30, 2020

Health

A panic attack can mimic the symptoms of COVID-19. Here’s what to do about it.

Tips for dealing with all these feelings.

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By Rachel Feltman Nov 27, 2019

Health

You can get all the benefits of butthole sunning without taking your clothes off

Don’t go mooning the sun just yet.

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Meditation isn’t always calming. For a select few, it may lead to psychosis.

The best apps for dealing with anxiety

How to make the most of meditation with science

Gifts for the most stressed out people you know

Fight election season burnout with these mental health tips

Five skills to learn in your spare time, and how to master them

Meditation apps want to calm you down on the same device that stresses you out

Soothing stories to take your mind off stressful things

A panic attack can mimic the symptoms of COVID-19. Here’s what to do about it.

You can get all the benefits of butthole sunning without taking your clothes off