Struggling to catch some ZZZs? Cutting down on caffeine, kicking a smoking habit, curbing alcohol intake and sticking to a regular workout routine are great first steps toward getting some much-needed sleep. For high performers who are always on, even these tips may not be enough to help their brains turn off. While certain lifestyle changes can help … Read more
Finally, some rest in peace. What started as a quirky offering from a funeral home in Japan’s Chiba Prefecture has blossomed into a full-blown trend among Japan’s zen-seekers. “Coffin-lying,” or the practice of meditating inside a coffin, is giving people a safe, if rather claustrophobic, space to contemplate their mortality — or just recharge. Coffin-lying … Read more
I was a bit wicked during the holiday season. Not Elphaba wicked. Not even Madame Morrible wicked. But I did overdo it on sugar and Chinese food and wasn’t feeling my best right after Christmas. Fortunately, I’d booked a treatment that’s one of Golden Globe nominee Cynthia Erivo’s favorites — and a must-do before the … Read more
Downward dog just got a whole new meaning. At Puppy Sphere, New York yogis swap silence and stillness for snuggles and slobbery kisses, as wagging tails and wet noses weave between their mats mid-flow. But don’t mistake this feel-good fitness class for just a cute photo op. Puppy Sphere offers yoga classes at four locations … Read more
It’s a moment burned into my brain: Half-asleep mid-massage, I was jolted awake by my masseuse’s warm breath just inches from my face, spit glistening on his braces as he asked me to flip over. Jarring? To say the least. The unsolicited life story that followed didn’t exactly enhance the pricey experience either. Now, a … Read more
It’s official: budgets and calories don’t count, and you’re not obligated to respond to messages while on vacation. A new survey of 2,000 Americans found that when it comes to vacation, the usual rules go out the window — budgets don’t exist (56%), calories don’t count (47%), and there’s zero pressure to watch the news … Read more
If it isn’t literally the world’s chicest spot to downward dog, one suspects the Yoga Shala at Nômade Tulum is damn close. Crafted in rough-hewn timber and surrounded by lush Yucatan jungle, the open-air space features a vaulted ceiling that draws the eyes upward as you breathe in incense, bask in slivers of sunlight and … Read more
When you visit Hawaii, you’re bound to meet people living there who grew up on the mainland. And many of them will tell you the same story: They simply came five, ten, 25 years ago — and never left. It’s not hard to understand why, even as Hawaii consistently ranks among the most expensive US … Read more
It’s not just love in the air. In a shocking new study out of Japan, scientists had men smell women’s armpits — and discovered that their body odor could subtly sway male behavior, even helping them relax. But the effect only kicked in at certain times of the month, when the men found the scent … Read more
For a moment, I felt like a child again. My head rested on a silky pillowcase, fingers gently combing through my hair while a soft voice whispered in my ear. But this wasn’t bedtime — and that definitely wasn’t mom. It was actually 3 p.m. on a scorching summer day in NoMad, and I was … Read more
Simply spotting a nemesis, loud chewing and heavy breathing are some of the smallest things that will push Americans over the edge, according to new research. A survey asked 2,000 adults about their lowest common denominator of stress and revealed that the smallest sounds or acts are enough to send their anxiety skyrocketing. Lagging WiFi … Read more
On a brisk autumn afternoon, immersed in a 100-degree pool at Italy’s Verdura Resort, I admired the lush Sicilian landscape as seawater-filled jets eased my muscles, tightened from long days of travel. I felt I could easily get used to it, and experts on thalassotherapy, a broad category of treatments using seawater, say we all … Read more
Americans are striving for harmony at home more than ever — transforming the backyard into a sanctuary has been named the biggest outdoor trend for 2025. A survey of 2,000 homeowners explored their home aspirations and goals for 2025 and found the most popular exterior home trends people are looking to implement this year are … Read more
They’ve got some nerve! Vagus nerve stimulators are making waves as a potential way to relax, sleep better and improve gut health. But an expert on the vagus nerve warns that noninvasive VNS devices may not deliver as promised. “There is no evidence that using these devices to deliver electricity into the ear or skin … Read more
Heidi Montag is anything but superficial about her health — even if she’s not always quite as well-rested as she’d like. “I’ve come to the conclusion that, f being a mom, I’m just gonna be exhausted,” she admitted to The Post. But that doesn’t mean she doesn’t do her best to eat healthy, work out … Read more
When’s the last time you yelled at the top of your lungs? Letting out a scream can be cathartic — and according to proponents, it can also relieve stress, relax muscle tension and increase your energy. But unless you live in the middle of nowhere, there’s not a lot of opportunity to truly let loose … Read more
Insomnia — the nightmare you can’t wake up from. Cutting down on caffeine, curbing alcohol intake, kicking a smoking habit and sticking to a regular workout routine are great first steps toward catching some much-needed z’s. But if you’re still tossing and turning, it might be time to try these six science-backed sleep tips from … Read more
UConn’s Paige Bueckers didn’t rise to the top of the WNBA Draft board without making rest a priority. “My goal is always to get eight to nine hours of sleep,” the 23-year-old basketball sensation told Mindbodygreen. To make it happen, she said, “routine is everything.” Bueckers recently shared the five things she does each night … Read more
Crystal visions, crystal vacations? One Colorado hotel is offering guests access to a complimentary “crystal concierge,” from whom they can check in and check out healing stones, many of them locally mined. They can help guests choose the right crystals to promote whatever sense of well-being they’re after, from happiness to calm to optimism. The … Read more
Suffering from bedtime blues? Why not try a warmer hue? You probably already know that taking a long bath, going for a walk or writing in your journal are great ways to relax and unwind before bed — but, sometimes, you just don’t have the time or the energy. Oliver Niño, a spiritual coach and … Read more
Unlike the lucky New Yorkers who can take a bath in their kitchen, I, like many others, don’t have a tub. Lush has a unique solution — but it’ll cost you $75 for 30 minutes of blissful soaking. The cosmetics giant offers a private, self-led bathing treatment at its spa on the Upper East Side, … Read more
Cue the collective groan, missed flights, and accidental sexts to the family group chat — Mercury retrograde is upon us. Astrology devotees believe that Mercury, the smallest planet in our solar system, governs communication, technology and travel. When the planet retrogrades, as it does three to four times per year, those realms are disrupted. And the first Mercury … Read more
Dry January just got a whole lot more rock ‘n roll. WhistlePig Whiskey has released a new Sex, Drugs, Rock & Dry Old Fashioned mocktail that’s not just alcohol-free but also made with wellness-boosting ingredients. Rock star Alice Cooper, who’s been sober since 1977, said that the drink is “the true sicko of dry cocktails.” … Read more
Before dropping $50 on a foot massager you may use once and forget about, try this self-massage technique from an acupuncturist. Dr. Eileen Li (@anew.acu), a licensed physical therapist at Anew Integrative Acupuncture in Old Greenwich, Connecticut, says that her method can help with bunions, plantar fasciitis and general foot pain — but she admits … Read more
A sleep medicine doctor says a clever “pre-dreaming” technique used my the military can help you fall asleep faster at night. And while it works better than counting sheep, you don’t actually have to forget the sheep entirely to get the most out of it. The sleep doc’s trick is part of a method developed … Read more
Don’t worry, be hoppy. A growing number of spas in the US and around the world are now offering “beer baths” and “bear soaks” for customers to kick back and relax in a tub full of literal beer — and they claim it’s packed with benefits for your skin. Hops have polyphenols, a chemical compound found … Read more
Itching for some R&R? People seeking unconventional relaxation methods are shelling out hundreds of dollars for professional back scratches, according to The Wall Street Journal. Toni George, the 55-year-old owner of The Scratcher Girls in Miami, charges $130 for an hour of scratching using her 3-inch manicured nails, raking them down her client’s back, limbs, … Read more
This one is for the homies. Homebodies who prefer chilling out in their humble abodes to hanging out at the club can now do it right by following this formula for having the “perfect” night. Returning home from work by 5:30 p.m., washing away the ills of the day with a 19-minute shower, scarfing down copious … Read more
Come and spend some at this arousing accommodation. New York’s Walker Hotel Tribeca has introduced a “Self-Love Pod” to allow guests to get intimate with themselves. Anyone can book the autoerotic experience through September — which is Sexual Health Awareness Month — with staff transforming ordinary hotel rooms into a space where guests can satisfy themselves. The … Read more
Want to find out what kind of person you’re dating? Look to the couch. One psychologist is saying that the way a person positions themselves on a sofa can offer subtle cues as to their personality type. Dr. Rebekah Wanic analyzed a range of different postures and found which styles of seating show a need … Read more
Mercury — our wily planet of communication and currency, the mind and the mouth — is stationed direct this week. But we ain’t out of the woods quite yet. We continue to feel the ill effects of the planet’s slow-down for up to two weeks afterward, a charming/jarring little epilogue known as the shadow period. … Read more
We’re in the thick of Mercury retrograde, folks, wherein the trickster planet of communion, conversation, tech and tantrums slows his proverbial roll and leaves us in the muck and mire. Mercury retrograde purposefully disrupts our routines and forces us to face matters and people we’d rather avoid. Retrograde refers to the optical illusion the planet … Read more
Money helps. A new survey of the most relaxed cities in the United States reveals — surprise! — that living somewhere fabulously wealthy can be good for your state of mind. The LawnStarter survey analyzed 500 cities around the country, ranking them in a slew of categories, including mental, physical and financial wellbeing, work, environmental and social … Read more
Americans need 60 lazy days per year to feel rested and relaxed, according to a recent survey. The poll of 2,000 Americans investigated how the average person leverages days literally doing nothing for self-care as well as the anatomy of a perfect do-nothing day. It turns out Americans take lazy days very seriously, with one … Read more
Sun, sand and dumbbells in hand. After gaining 15 pounds on holiday last summer, Miami Beach fitness trainer Melissa Lattari, 32, has devised six strategies for staying on track during vacation. She recommends finding ways to get your steps in, practicing moderation, doing 10-minute workouts, taking supplements, drinking plenty of water and relaxing. To avoid … Read more
They’re catching flights to catch some Z’s. Partying like a rock star? Soaking in exotic cultures while sightseeing foreign lands? Thrill-seeking on electrifying excursions? Yeah, no. Rather than hitting the town, overtaxed Gen Z and Millennial jet setters are preferring to hit the hay on “sleepcations.” Vacation content creators are touting the restorative benefits of … Read more
The first time Marcelle Hutchins sat down to meditate, she put on a guided session, relaxed her shoulders and tried to close her eyes. She lasted two minutes. “I had a deadline, and I thought, ’I don’t know if I can sit still this long,’” said Hutchins, who was working as a radio journalist. At … Read more
Do you sigh when you’re stressed? You’re already on your way to regulating your emotions. Kandi Wiens, an author and University of Pennsylvania researcher specializing in stress, resilience and burnout, shared her stress-busting tips with The Post. “People think that when we distract ourselves from stress, that’s a bad thing, but not necessarily,” Penn’s master’s … Read more
Don’t sleep on this soothing news — or do? Relaxing sleep affirmations can have a calming effect on the heart, a new study published in the Journal of Sleep Research has revealed. Researchers at the University of Liége in Belgium and the University of Fribourg in Switzerland analyzed electrical activity in the heart to understand how … Read more
Sit back, relax and let the sound waves wash over you. Sound baths — which do not involve water, but rather laying on a yoga mat and listening to instrumental music, such as the sounds of gongs, bells and singing bowls — have been shown to relieve stress and could even reduce pain, according to University … Read more
Finding your zen? Turns out it’s trendy for 2024. According to the Global Wellness Institute, wellness tourism is projected to grow by 16.6% annually, reaching $1.4 trillion in 2027. It is one of the fastest-growing tourism trends, and despite a 2020 dip due to the global COVID-19 pandemic, wellness travel is back and better than ever … Read more
It’s time to face the music — and your skin will thank you for it. Vibing out to hits from the chart-topping likes of Taylor Swift, Ariana Grande, SZA and Drake is no longer solely a form of funky entertainment — it’s now a means to achieving healthy skin, according to an October study on the therapeutic … Read more