Acute Stress

Lounge

Quick commerce, stress and the rise of India’s pain economy

Online pharmacies, quick-fix products and explainer videos have transformed the way we seek relief, while reshaping our understanding of pain and our relationship with it

18 min read8 May 2026
Science

Wellbeing coach says 5 daily emotional hygiene habits can help you beat stress and anxiety: ‘Read more and watch less’

Mindfulness and wellbeing coach Deek Parassini suggests top habits to help reduce stress and anxiety and enhance your emotional well-being.

4 min read9 Nov 2025
Science

Feeling burnt out? Mental health counsellor suggests 6 ways to protect your mind on busy workdays

Managing a packed work schedule can impact your mind. Counsellor Aanandita Vaghani suggests tips like addressing micro-stressors, using mental breaks, and creating boundaries to improve workplace mental well-being.

2 min read22 Oct 2025
Lounge

The science of gratitude: Why being thankful improves physical and mental health

Ahead of World Gratitude Day, celebrated annually on 21 September, Lounge looks at how weaving gratitude into our daily lives can help reduce cortisol and train the brain to focus on positivity over time

3 min read20 Sep 2025
Lounge

Gen Z’s sanity mantra? To seek calm, head to the bathroom

Stress, noise and crowded spaces are driving emotionally overwhelmed youngsters to camp out in the quiet, white-tiled confines of their restrooms

5 min read9 Sep 2025
Science

Endocrinologist shares 10 daily habits that increase cortisol and affect metabolism

Find 10 daily habits that increase cortisol and disrupt metabolism. Learn how to manage stress and adopt healthier habits for enhanced overall well-being.

3 min read13 Jul 2025
Science

12 expert-backed tips to help you stop overthinking and increase productivity

Tired of racing thoughts? Overthinking can kill your productivity and peace of mind. Give these 12 tips a try to stop overthinking within minutes.

3 min read9 Jul 2025
Science

5 habits for every high performer to manage stress and achieve success

Discover effective habits for high performers to manage stress, enhance creativity, and achieve sustainable success in a fast-paced world.

3 min read3 Jul 2025
Science

Working 49+ hours weekly is linked to high blood pressure! Cardiologist shares 10 ways to manage it

Working long hours may do more than tire you out. It could silently raise your blood pressure. Know what a top cardiologist recommends to protect your heart while managing a busy work life.

4 min read2 Jul 2025
Science

12 signs you're heading for burnout and need to slow down

From constant tiredness to losing interest in work, these 12 signs are telling you that you are headed for burnout and need a break from work life.

3 min read26 Jun 2025