The body scan is a mindfulness meditation practice involving scanning your body for pain, tension, or anything out of the ordinary. It can help you feel more connected to your physical and emotional ...

Scroll down to find a full transcription of this episode. Jeopardy! champion Amy Schneider tries a body scan meditation to sharpen her focus and calm her nerves as she prepares for the Tournament of ...

Oaklander is a senior editor at TIME. Getty Images Meditation has been shown to be an effective way to wind down and get to sleep—something that’s especially useful after a harried day of work.