Stress is something we all experience on a daily basis. However, with the holiday season in full swing, you may find yourself feeling more stressed out than usual. From entertaining guests, to holiday parties, to finding the perfect gift for everyone on your list, learning to manage your stress is essential to truly making it the best time of the year. Identifying Stress Symptoms Lack of time can be one...

General stress is something we as humans all experience from time to time. In a recent study conducted by the American Psychological Association, they reported that 75% of Americans experienced at least one stress symptom in the last month, up from 71% in 2016. While the average stress level has stayed consistent at 4.8 in recent years (on a scale from 1-10), the study also discovered that Americans are reporting...

“The high-tech lifestyle device is certainly worthy of a gift for the high-strung family member and will make an interesting conversation piece.” - The Washington Times With the gift-giving season getting into full swing, TouchPoints™ are flying off the metaphorical shelves! After all, who couldn't use the gift of calm in the form of wearable devices that provide near-instant stress relief? If you're not convinced yet, check out the following gift...

With the holiday shopping season officially in full swing, you are probably already feeling the pressure of selecting the perfect gift for you love. Lucky for you, TouchPoints are here to help reduce stress with the perfect gift for anyone on your list, whether they’re naughty or nice.  These wearable devices use patent pending BLAST technology to manage stress response by altering the body’s Fight, Flight, or Freeze (F3) response, making...

If preparing for Thanksgiving dinner isn’t stressful enough, as soon as you finish your pie it's time to start bracing yourself for Black Friday and the holiday gift rush. Whether you choose to participate in the event because you can’t resist the deals or because it's become somewhat of a fun holiday tradition, there is no denying that it is the most extreme shopping event of the year. Not to...

No matter if you are a guest or a host this Thanksgiving, there’s no denying that Turkey Day can cause a lot of stress. Whether you are worried about seeing certain people, being able to accommodate so many guests, setting unrealistic expectations, your cooking skills, or just don’t want to get involved in the family drama, the weeks leading up to the big day can be draining. This constant worry...

Thanksgiving is usually considered the start of the holiday season. While it can be great to spend time surrounded by family and friends, preparing for guests can be demanding, and with Black Friday marking the beginning of the holiday shopping season, it can also mean the beginning of a more stressful few months. According to a poll by the American Psychological Association, nearly a quarter of Americans reported feeling “extreme...

Stress is one of the most common human experiences, yet it is quite difficult to define. Scientists suggest that “stress is a force or event that impairs normal stability, balance or functioning.” While everyone experiences stress at one point or another in their life, some people experience it more than others and learning to effectively manage your symptoms is important for your physical and mental health. Physical stress symptoms include,...