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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 […]

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 […]

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 […]

As much as we’d probably like to live completely stress-free, the reality is that life is going to give you some lemons. But that doesn’t mean you have to feel hopeless about stress and its negative side effects. As a neuroscience researcher, here are the six science-backed stress reduction techniques that I recommend. Understanding Stress […]

Meet your newest allies against stress: Calm Sweet Calm™ ashwagandha gummies. Do you struggle to keep up with the demands of daily life? Are worrisome thoughts constantly on loop in your mind? Fortunately, natural supplements for stress can help. Maryam Tantawy, HUM’s Director of Product Marketing and Innovation, walks us through the formulation and benefits […]

Think the only reason to work out is to stay fit? Neuroscience researcher Rita Hitching, MSc, explains how exercise is the gift that keeps on giving, especially when it comes to reducing stress. It’s not a stretch to say that we’re living in stressful times. When things start to feel overwhelming, I know it’s time to […]

Tech and mental health experts reveal the stress-reducing, sanity-saving benefits of the inbox zero method. Plus: a complete guide on how to achieve a consistently clear inbox. Have you ever opened up your email only to immediately feel a sense of dread wash over you? Same—every day, in fact. That’s the reality of living in […]

Four leaders in mental health, career development, and personal coaching share their top tips on how to achieve work-life balance. Let’s be honest: When you see how rewarding work and reaching goals can be, it can be easy to get wrapped up in your daily to-dos, only to forget your life as a whole. As […]

Ready to take a leap into therapy, but don’t know how to choose a therapist? Keep reading to learn five key considerations to keep in mind. Now more than ever, therapy is on the rise. (Or, rather, open communication about it is.) As the stigma continues to dwindle, more and more people are seeking the […]

Whether your space is stressy or messy, here are six quick ways to transform it into your very own social distancing sanctuary. To say that things are strange right now is an understatement. In between the stress and uncertainty, a lot of us are gripping at silver linings however we can get them. If there […]