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Let it all out! Audibly expressing your emotions may have some merit (and no, you’re not just aggro.) Find out what you can learn from scream therapy. When we think of screaming, lowering stress is hardly the first thing on our minds. Instead, we picture shouting matches between spouses, toddler tantrums, and stubbed toes. You […]

Looking for the best guided journals to get started on your journaling journey? We scoured the internet and found everything from self-care planners and daily journals to self-help journals and creative journals. Journals have come a long way from the heart-shaped lock and key diaries you may have had as a kid. The grown-up version, […]

You’ve likely heard it countless times: Gratitude is good for you. Maybe you’ve even tried adopting a gratitude practice but it just wouldn’t stick. Or maybe you’ve been a bit skeptical. Many of us dismiss gratitude as cliché or futile when life gets frustrating.  According to therapist Tiffany Lovell, while gratitude doesn’t change challenging situations, […]

Discover the best temperature for sleep that’s restorative, rejuvenating, and optimal for energy.  Sick of counting sheep as you toss and turn, only to rest your eyes for what feels like 15 minutes—and then be rudely awakened by the alarm? We’ve been there, felt that. While what you eat and drink, how you move your […]

You may not think of sleep as an active time in your day, but under the hood, your brain and body are hard at work repairing your muscles, processing emotions, consolidating memories, and strengthening your immune system. This work is done throughout the four stages of sleep, which make up one cycle of sleep. Get […]

You probably don’t need science to tell you if you’re a night owl or an early bird, but it turns out that your sleep personality, or chronotype, is actually more nuanced than just being a morning person or not. “A chronotype is your body’s natural disposition to be awake or asleep at certain times,” explains […]

Wondering how to stop stress eating and form a healthier relationship with food? Gaby Vaca-Flores, RDN, CLE, breaks down the ‘why’ behind your stress eating and what you can do instead. Some people journal when they’re stressed, others call a friend, take a bath, or head out for a run, but many look for comfort […]

Night sweats are unpleasant, at best, and dangerous, at worst. Here’s what causes night sweats—and what you can do to banish them from your bedroom for good. There’s nothing better than crawling into your bed, snuggling under the covers, and settling in for a long, restful night of sleep. And there’s nothing worse than waking […]

Looking for a coffee alternative? It can be tough to set that cup of coffee down. Whether it’s the rich, nutty flavor, the boost of energy, or the ritual of sipping, there are plenty of reasons to love coffee.  But sometimes, it’s healthy to cut ties with the thing you love—and coffee is no exception. […]

Gaby Vaca-Flores, RDN, CLE, outlines the benefits of L-theanine, how it helps reduce symptoms of stress, and why it deserves to be part of your routine to support mental health. If you regularly feel stressed out, you might have tried all the stress-reduction techniques in the book. Ready for one you likely haven’t tried? Taking L-theanine. […]

For HUM’s September 2021 Mind Matters theme, we’re sharing easy-to-follow mental health tips to promote resilience and well-being through dedicated self-care. Sad? Stressed? Exhausted? You’re not alone. The busier our lives get, the more challenging it can be to pause and to ensure that we’re prioritizing our psychological and emotional well-being. That said, mental health […]

Adaptogens are having a moment and they’re here to stay. The powerful plants are standouts for helping with everything from stress, energy, brain fog, and more. Often, you hear adaptogens mentioned as a way to balance the body and adapt to life’s stressors. And they do! But while they share some things in common, the […]