Burnout is the body telling you it’s time to take a break. Treat your burnout like a toddler; give it a nap, a snack, and ...

NPR Poet in Residence Kwame Alexander asked listeners to write a poem about napping. We received 1,200 poems that talked about the importance of rest and relaxation.

But experts on rest (yes, they exist) have highlighted the importance of more active types of relaxation, too, such as exercise or pursuing hobbies. Today’s newsletter explores how to rest.

But experts on rest (yes, they exist) have highlighted the importance of more active types of relaxation, too, such as exercise or pursuing hobbies. Today’s newsletter explores how to rest.

NPR Poet in Residence Kwame Alexander asked listeners to write a poem about napping. We received 1,200 poems that talked about the importance of rest and relaxation.

Though the term “deep rest” had previously been used for certain relaxation techniques, Crosswell and Epel’s concept ventures more deeply into our bodies’ physiology. Once in deep rest, they propose, ...

In today's fast-paced world, stress can be a major roadblock to achieving our fitness goals and overall well-being. Mindfulness helps us observe our emotions without reacting impulsively, which can be ...

"Eileen" screenwriter Ottessa Moshfegh said a film adaptation of "My Year of Rest and Relaxation" is still underway.

There’s no denying the importance of rest and relaxation when it comes to your well-being. In fact, one study found that women who vacationed less than once every six years were eight times as ...

The corpse yoga pose is a position of rest and relaxation. It’s usually practiced toward the end of a yoga session. This pose is ideal for beginner, intermediate, and advanced yogis, but it ...