In a perfect world, we’d be able to stop burnout from making an appearance every time. If you find yourself in a state of unshakable stress, here are 5 ways you can start to climb back to a normal nervous system response.

What comes to mind when you hear the word “acceptance?” Maybe it’s the idea of making peace with something or taking it as-is. For some readers, this concept might feel threatening or lead to questions of accountability.

Unlock the power of journaling through a Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) approach! In this post, we explore how guided journal prompts can help identify and challenge negative thought patterns, reframe unhelpful beliefs, and cultivate healthier emotional responses. From tracking automatic thoughts to developing coping strategies, these prompts provide practical ways to boost self-awareness and mental resilience.

For some, the start of fall means pumpkin flavors, cozy sweaters, and changing leaves. Others associate the season with colder temperatures, the arrival of snow, and the dreaded “seasonal depression.”

Let’s be honest…in the midst of a panic attack, it’s difficult to feel gratitude for the protective function. Instead, you may find yourself very literally itching to avoid the discomfort and begging to retreat somewhere safe — or you may feel so overwhelmed that fleeing for safety isn’t a possibility. Though an explanation for what’s really happening may not fix the panic symptoms, it can encourage conscious awareness that the symptoms will not last forever — and are not putting you in any further harm.

The idea of meditation can be daunting. “Turning off your brain” may feel nearly impossible. If you’re new to the meditative practice, you may be wondering how to begin when anxiety or stress is far too loud to drown out. With 5 variations of beginner-friendly meditation practices (all of which can be self-guided from home!), you might find one that feels like second nature.

The TIPP tool was created to send the body into full relaxation. The four-step process, in parts, forces your anatomy into the “dive reflex;” the same response your body would use if submerged completely in water. It returns your body to homeostasis — in other words, the dive reflex can be compared to your natural reset button.

Read more to learn how to perform the TIPP ritual the next time you need relief.