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Is your sleeping heart rate normal? Here’s how to tell
Sleep Calm Editorial Team 4/20/26 Sleep Calm Editorial Team 4/20/26

Is your sleeping heart rate normal? Here’s how to tell

Your sleeping heart rate can affect rest and recovery, and many factors can affect it. Explore what’s healthy, what can throw it off, and 8 tips to support better sleep.

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How to celebrate Earth Day: 8 ways to take part
Meditation & Mindfulness Calm Editorial Team 4/20/26 Meditation & Mindfulness Calm Editorial Team 4/20/26

How to celebrate Earth Day: 8 ways to take part

Wondering how to celebrate Earth Day? These 8 tips make it easy to show your support. Plus, explore the potential mental health benefits of honoring the planet. 

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How to meditate for beginners: 8 tips to get started
Meditation & Mindfulness Calm Editorial Team 4/17/26 Meditation & Mindfulness Calm Editorial Team 4/17/26

How to meditate for beginners: 8 tips to get started

Starting a new practice can be overwhelming. Learn how to meditate for beginners with 8 easy tools to help you focus and build a habit that lasts.

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What does reverse psychology mean? Plus, how to handle it
Personal Growth Calm Editorial Team 4/10/26 Personal Growth Calm Editorial Team 4/10/26

What does reverse psychology mean? Plus, how to handle it

Ever have someone tell you you probably wouldn’t like something and then all of a sudden you couldn’t be more interested? This is reverse psychology. Here’s how to spot it.

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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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17 mental health tips from the experts at Calm
Mental Health Calm Editorial Team 4/10/26 Mental Health Calm Editorial Team 4/10/26

17 mental health tips from the experts at Calm

Feeling stuck? Explore 17 mental health tips from Calm experts Jay Shetty, Jeff Warren, and Mel Mah. These simple strategies can help boost mood, reduce stress, and build better habits.

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This is the best temperature for sleep, according to science
Sleep Calm Editorial Team 4/7/26 Sleep Calm Editorial Team 4/7/26

This is the best temperature for sleep, according to science

If you’re tossing and turning at night, your room temp could be to blame. Learn the best temperature for sleep and 9 tips to adjust it for better rest.

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How to hold space for someone (without losing yourself)
Relationships Calm Editorial Team 4/6/26 Relationships Calm Editorial Team 4/6/26

How to hold space for someone (without losing yourself)

Not sure how to hold space without slipping into fixing or enabling? Here’s what the term really means and 9 ways to support your loved ones while protecting your energy.

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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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How to honor Autism Awareness Month: 8 tips to build acceptance
Meditation & Mindfulness, Personal Growth Calm Editorial Team 3/17/26 Meditation & Mindfulness, Personal Growth Calm Editorial Team 3/17/26

How to honor Autism Awareness Month: 8 tips to build acceptance

April is Autism Awareness Month (or Autism Acceptance Month). Learn what it means, why it matters, and 8 mindful ways to help spread awareness and acceptance.

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What is National Volunteer Week? Plus 9 ways to give back
Personal Growth Calm Editorial Team 3/13/26 Personal Growth Calm Editorial Team 3/13/26

What is National Volunteer Week? Plus 9 ways to give back

If you’re hoping to give back to your community this year, National Volunteer Week is a great time to start. Explore when it is, plus 9 ways you can get involved.

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Struggling with toxic habits? 7 ways to shift your routines
Personal Growth Calm Editorial Team 3/11/26 Personal Growth Calm Editorial Team 3/11/26

Struggling with toxic habits? 7 ways to shift your routines

Toxic habits can impact your well-being and drain your joy. Here's how to recognize the patterns, why they show up, and 7 ways to create healthier routines.

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How to train your brain to think positive thoughts everyday
Mental Health, Personal Growth Calm Editorial Team 3/9/26 Mental Health, Personal Growth Calm Editorial Team 3/9/26

How to train your brain to think positive thoughts everyday

Positive thinking isn’t about ignoring reality. These 10 tips show you how to shift negative self-talk, reduce stress, and feel more positive in a balanced and healthy way.

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How to use midday meditation to beat the afternoon slump
Meditation & Mindfulness Calm Editorial Team 3/6/26 Meditation & Mindfulness Calm Editorial Team 3/6/26

How to use midday meditation to beat the afternoon slump

Feeling foggy by noon? Discover how midday meditation can help you refocus, release stress, and find clarity. Plus, 11 ways to meditate at your desk, in the car, or at lunch.

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What are the signs of an insecure person? Plus, how to deal
Relationships Calm Editorial Team 3/4/26 Relationships Calm Editorial Team 3/4/26

What are the signs of an insecure person? Plus, how to deal

From bragging to self-doubt, these are the common signs that you’re dealing with an insecure person. Plus, 8 tips for handling their insecurity with compassion.

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11 easy ways to practice being kind every day
Personal Growth Calm Editorial Team 3/2/26 Personal Growth Calm Editorial Team 3/2/26

11 easy ways to practice being kind every day

Kindness doesn’t need to be big or dramatic. These 11 tips for being kind every day (to both yourself and others) can shift your mindset and lift your mood.

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When is Women’s History Month? Plus 7 ways to honor it
Personal Growth Calm Editorial Team 2/20/26 Personal Growth Calm Editorial Team 2/20/26

When is Women’s History Month? Plus 7 ways to honor it

If you’re wondering when Women’s History Month is, we’ve got you. Explore what it is, why it matters, and 7 ways you can honor women’s achievements in history.

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What is the spring equinox? Plus, 10 ways to celebrate
Personal Growth Calm Editorial Team 2/19/26 Personal Growth Calm Editorial Team 2/19/26

What is the spring equinox? Plus, 10 ways to celebrate

The spring equinox marks the moment when day and night balance. Learn what it is, why it matters, and 10 tips to help you reflect, reset, and start fresh.

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