sophrology

sophrology · noun — A technique consisting of a set of physical and mental exercises for reducing stress and promoting well-being.

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Among words judged in Lexicurio's Arena, sophrology ranks #17,005 of 43,057 for Qualifying.

Etymology

Coined by Dr. Alfonso Caycedo in the 1960s from Ancient Greek σώφρων (sṓphrōn, “sane, reasonable”) + -logy.

noun

A technique consisting of a set of physical and mental exercises for reducing stress and promoting well-being.

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By meaning, not spelling — each word's AI semantic fingerprint, nearest first.

sophrological 74% match — Of or relating to sophrology. vs sophrology →
sophrologist 72% match — someone who practices sophrology vs sophrology →
psychoprophylaxis 54% match — A method of preparing women for natural childbirth by means of special breathing, relaxation techniques and psychological conditioning, practiced without anaesthetics. vs sophrology →
autogenics 53% match — autogenic training vs sophrology →
sophrosyne 52% match — The Ancient Greek concept of an ideal of excellence of character and soundness of mind, which when combined in one well-balanced individual leads to other qualities, such as temperance, moderation, prudence, and self-control. vs sophrology →
psychophylaxis 51% match — Mental hygiene; the development of healthy emotions, attitudes and behavior. vs sophrology →
somatics 51% match — Any of several holistic approaches to physical therapy that attempt to train both the body and the mind. vs sophrology →
destressification 51% match — The reduction or elimination of emotional stress. vs sophrology →