Sound Health

Being a caregiver is one of the most demanding roles one can take on. The constant attention to another's needs, often at the expense of your own, can lead to significant stress and burnout.

It's cru...

What Is Brain Humming?

Brain humming is a simple technique that involves using your body's own “built-in” ability to relax and clear your mind—using the power of sound. 

I’m referring specifically t...

Mindfulness is an important tool for promoting mental health and well-being, and integrating music into your practice can help you relax and de-stress. In this article, we’ll explore the science behin...

If you currently have high blood pressure, or are right on the borderline, there’s a good chance your doctor will pull out their prescription pad—if they haven’t already.

But taking a blood pressure ...

 A simple strategy for leading a more meaning life

Even after years of teaching people how to manage stress, I’m not immune to feeling its effects from time to time. 

I still encounter times where I...

The good news is, you CAN reverse it…

If you’ve been following my work for some time, you know how serious I am about making stress reduction a top priority. 

Countless studies have shown how unchec...

A Few “Mindful Minutes” a Day Can Transform Your Health

One of my favorite quotes is a Buddhist saying: “The past is gone; the future is not yet here.”

It’s a pretty simple concept to understand. Ye...

The super easy walking relaxation trick anyone can do!

I make a point to walk as often as I can. And when I do, I often let my mind wander. 

Occasionally a good idea for a song will come to me, or a...

Interacting with a hidden and often overlooked part of your body could hold the key to improving your relationship with sleep and stress.

I’m talking about stimulating the vagus nerve.

And learning ...

by Jim Donovan

Every year, millions of people in Japan flock to the forest for a “bath.”

No, this isn’t some far-out hippie festival in the woods… (Trust me, I’ve been to plenty of those).

And no, ...