Stress

The benefit to meditation is that we become more synchronized in body and mind and begin to relate to our world in a less distracted and more wakeful way.

Neuroscientist Dr. Robert Sapolsky explains that sometimes "the right stress" can make us feel stimulated and he explains how stress affects our physical and mental selves.

Bob, a veteran of the Iraq War, explains the toll his experience with PTSD has taken on his life. Hear more of Bob's story - and learn more about PTSD - at This Emotional Life.

Larry David has a unique take on happiness. Hear more from others, including America Ferrera, Chevy Chase and Alanis Morissette at This Emotional Life.

From This Emotional Life -- Dr. Michael Baime talks about how meditation and mindfulness helps students, teachers, doctors, people with cancer, and others deal with negative thoughts and emotions.

An emerging theory posits that environmental stresses -- like childhood abuse, neglect, and poverty -- are associated with mental and physical illness from anxiety to cardiovascular diseases in later life.

Without a clear view of the whole process of meditation, it's possible to just roam and fumble around for decades or lifetimes for that matter.

We have been on a journey," says the psychologist who is leading the final session of Mohammed's mind-body skills group. "Men and women speaking together from their hearts, all finding new friends."

Each of us can go beyond ourselves. By rising above our self-perceived limitations we each can achieve personal greatness and thereby transform a culture

In my book, The Happiness Project, I describe the year I spent test-driving the wisdom of the ages, from Aristotle to Oprah. On HuffPost, I've recounted some of my adventures in pursuit of happiness.

Worry is always a sign that there are some deeper feelings and issues for us to address. It's often a good reminder for us to get more real, take better care of ourselves, and pay attention.

During the Vietnam War I was imprisoned for eight years, three of which were spent in solitary confinement. I am often asked how I was able not only to survive, but go on to resume a normal life.

I think it's fair to ask ourselves early on, why are we afraid of just sitting still? Why are we terrified of that?Actually it's for you to find out. But I would like to suggest the possibility that we are afraid of ourselves.

There are two components to spiritual practice, Wisdom and Compassion, and associating with people helps us grow Compassion. You probably cannot live a holy life without associating with people.

These aren't our mothers' friendships, where women were hesitant to disclose unhappiness or weakness. Female friendships today are filled with expectations -- the sense that "we're all in it together."

It's not easy finding the ideal gift for a person, especially if you're looking to watch your wallet. Luckily, in my world of sleep medicine, there's a lot to be said for giving the gift of a good night's sleep.

'Tis the season... for stress? NBC Dateline reports that 41% of people interviewed said that the holidays are as stressful as a job interview. In other words, "very stressful."

As adults, we seeking validation. So, you either shut down or try harder to be seen. If inherently or unconsciously you believe you are invisible, how do you expect the world or universe to see you?

The power of slow says time is your friend, not your foe. When you embrace time with an abundant attitude, you actually have more of it....

Planning parties or family gatherings can feel overwhelming. It can be hard to find the holiday spirit. Here are some tips to prevent stress through the holiday season.

I used to think that sleeping was a necessary evil. There was so much that I wanted to do when I was young that I tried everything to train myself to need as little sleep as possible.

The flurry of holiday activities can add up to a whole lot of ho-hum for some. Where are you on the seasonal stress-o-meter?...

To unitask effectively, we have to resist the multiple distractions of our environment -- the emails, tweets, news streams and the voices of our child...

For many of us, walking with our dogs is a struggle of excess: too much stopping when we want to go, going when we want to stop, jumping on people, to...