How to find calm and rest in stressful times

from Post Reports · host The Washington Post

Think you know how to take a good nap? Think again. Neuroscientist and columnist Richard Sima discusses the latest research on how to maximize the benefits. Plus, how breathing can help calm our minds. Today’s show was produced by Elana Gordon and mixed by Sean Carter. It was edited by Lucy Perkins, with help from Maggie Penman. Subscribe to The Washington Post here.

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The science of how two simple practices – breathing and napping – can help reduce stress and improve cognition.

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