In a culture that rewards overachievement, doing nothing can feel oddly stressful. In the middle of a hyperconnected, anxiety-ridden world, National Relaxation Day is here, and the pressure to do nothing is real. Originally proposed by Sean Moeller in 1985, Aug. 15 has since become a quiet yet widespread call for calm, especially as more adults in America report increased stress and a growing need for meaningful rest.

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