Research by Stephen Porges, Ph.D. has found that when another person is empathically attuned, he or she sends signals to us that unconsciously calm us. To automatically control stress when flying, we ...

Recent research has uncovered a specific brain circuit that determines whether individuals remain calm or panic in frightening situations. This discovery offers new insights into the neurology of fear ...

Equanimity is a sense of calm and composure. It's the polar opposite of stress. Myriad posters, t-shirts, and greeting cards espouse the virtues of staying calm, especially when adversity strikes.