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Do stress balls really work? Plus how to use them for anxiety
Stress & Anxiety Calm Editorial Team 5/1/26 Stress & Anxiety Calm Editorial Team 5/1/26

Do stress balls really work? Plus how to use them for anxiety

Squeezing a stress ball can help take the edge off anxiety and stress. Explore how they work, their benefits, and how to choose the right type for you.

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How to use mindfulness meditation to ease anxiety disorders
Meditation & Mindfulness, Stress & Anxiety Calm Editorial Team 5/1/26 Meditation & Mindfulness, Stress & Anxiety Calm Editorial Team 5/1/26

How to use mindfulness meditation to ease anxiety disorders

Struggling with anxiety? Learn how mindfulness meditation can support people with anxiety disorders and explore 10 science-backed ways to try it for yourself.

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How to make a stress ball: A step-by-step guide
Stress & Anxiety Calm Editorial Team 5/1/26 Stress & Anxiety Calm Editorial Team 5/1/26

How to make a stress ball: A step-by-step guide

Make a stress ball at home in 9 easy steps. Plus, discover the best materials, how to customize it, how long stress balls last, and how to stop it from breaking.

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What is box breathing? How to do it and why it works
Stress & Anxiety, Physical Wellbeing Calm Editorial Team 4/30/26 Stress & Anxiety, Physical Wellbeing Calm Editorial Team 4/30/26

What is box breathing? How to do it and why it works

Box breathing or square breathing is a simple technique and powerful tool in managing stress and anxiety. Learn the benefits, how to practice, and our top tips.

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What is 528 Hz frequency? Plus, how it can benefit you
Stress & Anxiety Calm Editorial Team 4/30/26 Stress & Anxiety Calm Editorial Team 4/30/26

What is 528 Hz frequency? Plus, how it can benefit you

You may have read that listening to 528 Hz can reduce stress, but is it actually true? Discover what the frequency is, what the science says, and 7 tips try it on your own.

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What is inner peace? 12 mindfulness practices to find peace of mind
Meditation & Mindfulness, Stress & Anxiety, Personal Growth Calm Editorial Team 4/30/26 Meditation & Mindfulness, Stress & Anxiety, Personal Growth Calm Editorial Team 4/30/26

What is inner peace? 12 mindfulness practices to find peace of mind

We all crave inner peace. But what actually is it and how do we find it? We explore mindfulness practices to help you cultivate peace within yourself.

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Cold feet? 12 tips for dealing with wedding and marriage anxiety
Stress & Anxiety Calm Editorial Team 4/27/26 Stress & Anxiety Calm Editorial Team 4/27/26

Cold feet? 12 tips for dealing with wedding and marriage anxiety

Feeling anxious about getting married? Learn what causes the different types of pre-wedding anxiety, some of the common signs to look out for, and how to deal with it.

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6 guided meditations to help you ease stress and anxiety
Meditation & Mindfulness, Stress & Anxiety Calm Editorial Team 4/24/26 Meditation & Mindfulness, Stress & Anxiety Calm Editorial Team 4/24/26

6 guided meditations to help you ease stress and anxiety

Feeling stressed or anxious? Meditation might be able to help. Explore why meditation can ease stress and anxiety, and 6 guided meditation scripts to try for yourself.

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What does it mean to feel overstimulated? Plus, how to cope
Stress & Anxiety Calm Editorial Team 4/10/26 Stress & Anxiety Calm Editorial Team 4/10/26

What does it mean to feel overstimulated? Plus, how to cope

Drowning in noise, notifications, and never-ending demands? Here’s what overstimulation really means—and 10 simple ways to manage it.

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Why alcohol and anxiety feed each other (and how to stop the cycle)
Physical Wellbeing, Stress & Anxiety Calm Editorial Team 4/3/26 Physical Wellbeing, Stress & Anxiety Calm Editorial Team 4/3/26

Why alcohol and anxiety feed each other (and how to stop the cycle)

Alcohol and anxiety often team up in sneaky ways. Learn how they interact, whether alcohol can actually relieve anxiety, and 6 gentle tips to help you break the cycle.

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Learn how to belly breathe for less stress and deeper relaxation
Stress & Anxiety Calm Editorial Team 3/27/26 Stress & Anxiety Calm Editorial Team 3/27/26

Learn how to belly breathe for less stress and deeper relaxation

Feeling tense or overwhelmed? Learn what belly breathing is, why it can reduce stress and anxiety, and how to practice it to move your body back to a state of calm.

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Struggling with morning anxiety? These 10 tips can help
Stress & Anxiety Calm Editorial Team 3/26/26 Stress & Anxiety Calm Editorial Team 3/26/26

Struggling with morning anxiety? These 10 tips can help

If your mind starts racing the moment you wake up, you may be familiar with morning anxiety. Learn why it happens and 10 tips to help you quiet your anxiety in the AM.

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What is peace of mind? Plus 8 ways to find it for yourself
Stress & Anxiety Calm Editorial Team 3/24/26 Stress & Anxiety Calm Editorial Team 3/24/26

What is peace of mind? Plus 8 ways to find it for yourself

Peace of mind can feel out of reach when life is chaotic, but it doesn't have to be. Here’s what it actually means and 8 ways to find more peace even in stressful situations.

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Why feeling safe can be hard — and 12 tips to feel more grounded
Stress & Anxiety Calm Editorial Team 2/27/26 Stress & Anxiety Calm Editorial Team 2/27/26

Why feeling safe can be hard — and 12 tips to feel more grounded

Is it difficult for you to feel safe, even if you logically know you are? Learn why the mind-body mismatch happens and 12 simple tips to help you feel emotionally steady.

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Do you have a fear of heights? 7 ways to cope with acrophobia
Stress & Anxiety, Mental Health Calm Editorial Team 2/12/26 Stress & Anxiety, Mental Health Calm Editorial Team 2/12/26

Do you have a fear of heights? 7 ways to cope with acrophobia

Having a fear of heights doesn’t have to control your life. Discover the symptoms and causes of acrophobia and 7 mindful steps to relax your body and feel grounded in high spaces.

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What is a functional freeze? Plus, how to shift out of it
Stress & Anxiety Calm Editorial Team 1/22/26 Stress & Anxiety Calm Editorial Team 1/22/26

What is a functional freeze? Plus, how to shift out of it

Ever feel like you’re functioning but not fully there? That might be a functional freeze. Discover what it is, why it happens, and 10 ways to gently stop the cycle.

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What are the most common phobias? Plus, how to treat them
Mental Health, Stress & Anxiety Calm Editorial Team 1/6/26 Mental Health, Stress & Anxiety Calm Editorial Team 1/6/26

What are the most common phobias? Plus, how to treat them

From spiders to flying, phobias are more prevalent than you think. Explore a list of the most common phobias, what causes them, and 7 tips to help you manage them in everyday life.

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Good stress vs bad stress: here’s how to tell the difference
Stress & Anxiety Calm Editorial Team 1/5/26 Stress & Anxiety Calm Editorial Team 1/5/26

Good stress vs bad stress: here’s how to tell the difference

Not all stress is bad. In fact, sometimes, it can even be beneficial. Learn the difference between good stress vs bad stress, plus 7 ways to reset your stress response.

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How distress tolerance skills can help when life feels overwhelming
Stress & Anxiety Calm Editorial Team 12/19/25 Stress & Anxiety Calm Editorial Team 12/19/25

How distress tolerance skills can help when life feels overwhelming

Distress tolerance skills, from Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (DBT), can help you manage tough emotions. Learn 12 ways to use them to get through life's hard moments.

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How ruminating can affect your mental health — and 8 ways to cope
Stress & Anxiety Calm Editorial Team 12/12/25 Stress & Anxiety Calm Editorial Team 12/12/25

How ruminating can affect your mental health — and 8 ways to cope

Ever get stuck playing the same negative thought over and over? That's rumination. Explore why it happens, how to spot the signs, and 8 ways to break the loop and find peace.

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