We’re becoming increasingly aware of how technology is damaging our emotional and physical health. One way to turn this around is to utilize apps to support your health and well-being instead of adding more stress to your life.

Mental health experts maintain that diaphragmatic breathing is a cornerstone of stress relief. The app Breathe2Relax guides you through the process with clear videos that help you practice and master the technique. Plug in your headphones and inhale/exhale your way through a dental appointment or turbulent flight. (The app can be used in airplane mode.)

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I highly recommend this free app: White Noise. Read More

The pace of our modern world is the fastest in human history. It’s become normal to keep ourselves overbooked and overextended. Read More

Research tells us that when we’re stressed, we function from the limbic brain that is focused on survival. It’s the older part of the brain that’s programmed to respond to the threat of a wild animal that wants to eat you or starvation because you can’t find food. Read More

Extra time chained to your desk doesn’t always translate to more work. Read More

Are you using your boundaries in a healthy way? Are you letting love in and letting your love out? What kind of line in the sand are you drawing? Read More

The Greeks’ guidance on the various forms of maturing love is more relevant today than ever. Read More

While dating can feel like an impossible chore sometimes, it’s possible to use it as a spiritual practice – a way of awakening your spirit rather than crushing it. Read More

Whether you’re currently going through a breakup or not, understanding the psychology of heartbreak can help you understand what goes on in your mind during a crushing disappointment to feel empowered with more strategies to navigate your emotions the next time you experience heartbreak.

It turns out molecular biology and love actually is a match made in heaven. Read More