False urgency can push one into constant motion—busy all day but unsure of progress. The key is to separate emotional pressure from real priorities and time constraints.

In today's fast-paced work environment, stress has become an unwelcome companion for many employees. With mounting deadlines, endless emails, and the constant pressure to perform, it's no wonder that ...

A quick four-question stress test helps you spot early signs of pressure and take simple steps to protect your mental and ...

Though my cortisol test results stressed me out, I'm glad I know more about how cortisol affects my health. Anna Gragert (she/her/hers) was previously the lifestyle editor at HelloGiggles, deputy ...

Cortisol is a hormone that naturally occurs in your body, but can cortisol supplements really reduce stress? We asked experts to find out. Joshua Cox-Steib is a sociologist and freelance writer. He ...

When we’re experiencing stress at work, it often feels black and white. We might say, "this is stressful," rather than "this feels stressful," believing that the event, rather than our perspective on ...

Psychological stress has historically been viewed as less important than other heart disease risk factors because it is difficult to measure. Chronic stress can impair the ability of arteries to ...

It’s common advice to drink more water for energy, appetite control and clearer skin – but researchers have now demonstrated that hydration plays an even deeper role in health. It influences how our ...

Historically, I haven't been great about managing my stress and anxiety, so whenever I come across a video or article about cortisol imbalances, my interest is piqued. Since cortisol is also called ...