Self-soothing advice is all over the internet, much of it in the form of warnings to avoid potentially damaging sorts like “shopping therapy” or bingeing on Ben and Jerry’s, or worse, vodka martinis.

Everyone experiences hard times, but some people know how easy ways to make themselves feel better afterward. We live in a high-pressure world where daily stressors surround us. Most of the time, just ...

Self-soothing looks different for everyone. Regardless, people should know how to comfort themselves. Maintaining a social circle is incredibly beneficial to one’s health. Friends can help you realize ...

Research shows that simple practices such as self-hugs, soothing touch, and hand-to-heart can calm the nervous system, supporting caregivers and the children in their care. As a veteran pre-K teacher ...