Everything in balance

  Today many are struggling to STOP the inflow of social media! doom scrolling and non-stop video watching is a danger to your place of peace and safety! Photo by Vitaly Gariev on Unsplash Here are 8 things you can do to slow the process down! Pause the video(s) if you feel overwhelmed and/or shut off the source off Take deep breaths to calm yourself. Remind yourself that it’s okay to feel emotions. yes, even strong emotions kike, anger, fear, and disgust! Ask yourself, are these feelings ok and safe for me? Do I feel better experiencing them or would it be better not to? Use positive self-talk to manage reactions. Focus on the present moment and notice your surroundings, and think calm thoughts, favorite music, food, funny memory... Choose to do a different activity - read a real book, go for a walk, play with your pet, get a glass of water and sip it slowly. Now keep your mind on staying calm or relaxed and do activities that lead you away from the OVERHELMED world that is soc...

  3 Self-Care Methods to Understanding Trauma and Hyper-Observation.   How to Recognize and Manage the Impacts of Trauma Through Mindful Practices Trauma can leave a lasting impact on our minds and bodies, sometimes showing up in ways we may not immediately recognize. One common response to trauma is hyper-observation—a heightened state of awareness where you constantly scan your environment for threats, changes, or subtle cues. While this heightened vigilance once served as a protective mechanism, and still does to some degree, it can be exhausting and make everyday interactions challenging. Hyper-observation often leads to feeling on edge, anxious, and/or disconnected from the present moment. You might find yourself overanalyzing situations, reading too deeply into people’s behaviors, or struggling to relax in social settings. Recognizing this pattern as a trauma reaction is the first step to healing and regaining a sense of safety in your body and mind. Trauma...