If you’re tempted to bail on potentially fun events becuase you feel awkward, read this. Level up your small talk game and practice social courage with six tips from psychologists.
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Aparna Nancherla is tapping into ancestral rage
Anxiety has always played a major role in Aparna Nancherla’s comedy. She spoke with Rachel about growing into her rage and feeling godlike when she’s alone.
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Anxious at the Portland airport? Beni the Llama is here for you, spreading joy
The gentle animals are part of Portland International Airport’s effort to counter travel stress with soothing elements from nature.
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Ever felt so stressed you didn’t know what to do next? Try talking to your ‘parts’
‘Parts work’ or Internal Family Systems is a type of talk therapy that’s surged in popularity. Here’s how it works and how it can help with stress.Â
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A divided country agrees: The election is stressing everyone out
A new poll from the American Psychological Association shows 7 out of 10 adults say the future of the Nation is a significant source of stress in their lives. And the results cross party lines.
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Stress isn’t all bad. Here’s when it can help
You can’t eliminate stress, but you can manage it better and sometimes even make it a force for good. That means reframing how you think about it.
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Here’s how to turn climate change anxiety into action
More than half of young adults feel anxious, angry and powerless over climate change, a recent survey found. But there are ways to help turn that distress around. Here’s how to give them a try.
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Stressed out? These 8 skills can help boost mood and reduce anxiety
Life is stressful. Whether it’s work or relationship issues or you’re worrying about politics or global conflict, it can be overwhelming. NPR’s Stress Less: A quest to reclaim your calm aims to help.
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If you want to stress less, join NPR’s quest to reclaim your calm
Life can be stressful, and how you manage it is key. We have science-backed tips to help you cope. Get five weekly newsletters and a master class in stress management: Join us.
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How do you help young Afghan refugees heal? A new program in Maine offers a way
Research shows that a toxic mix of past traumas and the stresses of resettlement puts refugee kids at significantly higher risk of long term mental health challenges. A new effort aims to mitigate those risks by supporting parents and children in refugee families.
