Since 2007, theAmerican Psychological Associationhas tracked the mental health of the nation.
The 2020 findings were sobering.
Here, we’ve compiled a list of practices with apps and tips to help you feel better.
If one tool doesn’t work for you, try another.
There are a variety of anxiety apps and tools out there that could help manage your stress.
Reiki
Reikiis a century-old energy healing modality.
Sound baths
Humans have usedsoundas a healing modality for millennia.
Get vibrating with sound therapist, meditation teacher, and author Sara Auster’s freeInstagramsound baths.
For an extended experience, streamSleeping Vibrations' overnight session for free on YouTube.
Meditation
Meditation is a mind-body practice where you focus your attention on the present moment.
There are a number oftechniquesin various ancient traditions, but a few basics hold true.
Mostmeditation for relieving anxietyis done in a quiet space while sitting comfortably.
Meditation also works for people in high-stress jobs like nurses.
You don’t have to practice meditation like a monk, alone on the top of a mountain.
One small study from2019looked at college students who used the Calm app.
First time on the yoga mat?
Here’s a list of theyoga poses all beginners should know.
Pick one of the dozens of free videos fromYoga with Adriene.
Congratulations you’ve just practiceddeep breathing.
This easy-to-use and under-appreciated mind-body technique can help improve your mental health.
Also calledpranayamaor yogic breathing, recentresearchconfirms that deep breathing can help you achieve a state of psychological relaxation.
