But floor sitting—and its close cousins, squatting and kneeling—feels great. Something about the feedback between my muscles and joints, gravity, and the floor keeps things feeling smoother ...

You leave your elbows off the dinner table and understand the importance of a nice, firm handshake. Congrats! You’re a generally well-mannered person ... when you’re reaching out to shake ...

Stay near something sturdy that can help you in the event you lose balance or strength while sitting down or getting up.” The type of surface you sit on also can make a difference when floor ...

“I am a floor person to my core,” read the words emblazoned ... “It’s like going outside and sitting in the sun” for a few minutes, she said. You feel better, “and then you can get ...