Scroll down for a transcription of this episode. Simple actions like consciously placing a hand on your heart or hugging yourself can lower your cortisol levels, heart rate, and help you feel less ...

Touch plays a vital role in soothing us and connecting our energy to others. However, during the pandemic, many of my patients are craving touch or “Vitamin T,” as I call it. Our regular sources of ...

Stress, particularly when chronic, is associated with many negative health consequences. An effective way to reduce stress and lower cortisol (the “stress hormone”) involves physical contact—be it in ...