Gosh, this made me laugh so much! 😅
Wednesday, October 14, 2026
“9 Calming Strategies for a Racing, Restless Mind.”
1. Take action — any action.
Staying in the rumination zone leads to procrastination, perfectionism, guilt, imposter syndrome or believing we’re unable to do anything. But taking any action often leads us out of this zone. Action, in many ways, is the antidote to a busy mind. When our focus is away from our automated thoughts, we can pour more focus, love, patience and creativity into the things that matter. The more we access this, the less space we have to overthink negative thoughts.
2. Try to be more intentional with your thoughts.
Guard your headspace, and pay attention to where you’re focusing your mental energy; set clear boundaries for emotional wellbeing. When we’re not intentionally choosing the right thoughts, the negativity can quickly become our reality and we begin attracting relatable scenarios to match what we’re energetically absorbing. ...
3. Dismiss the thoughts that do not serve you.
Just because it’s in your head doesn’t mean you have to believe it. Make a conscious effort every day to return your brain to a neutral thought and avoid getting sucked in by the negative. ...
4. Notice your triggers.
Create mental boundaries to protect yourself from certain thoughts or beliefs that aren’t serving your highest good. The TV shows or channels we watch, the podcasts we choose, the people with whom we engage, and the books we read can all inform our self-beliefs – sometimes in the negative. These combine to play a feedback loop to our brains, potentially making our ruminations even scarier.
Take notice of the activities and people that align with your values and contribute to inner peace. Magnetize yourself to only the stuff that creates positive energy, action and change. If the other stuff fills you with dread, unpack it and decide if it’s there to serve you or shame you.
5. Commit to what makes you feel best.
What makes you feel good? What would improve your day? Whether it’s ... singing, baking, exercising, dancing, or chatting with a friend, try incorporating one element of joy into your day to keep your mind in a more positive state.
If you’re unable to commit to a feel-good activity, think deep about where the push/pull is coming from, and what areas of your life can be adjusted.
6. Resisting isn’t always the answer.
Embrace and accept the way your brain works. Trying to put a full stop to your thoughts will never work; that resistance often contributes to our internal battles and anxiety. In understanding our brains more, we empower ourselves to make conscious and aligned thought choices every day. ...
7. Relax the body.
...
8. Attend to your restlessness.
Could your inner restlessness be trying to tell you something? Do your thoughts and worries follow a pattern? Consider gently inviting them in for a change. Learning to sit with your thoughts and reconnect with your intuition can be especially valuable with ADHD in the picture. Our hypersensitivity and emotional dysregulation can sometimes lead us off course and plague us with self-doubt, which is why it’s important to train the skill of recognizing when something feels right or wrong.
9. A sense of humor helps.
Being able to laugh at ourselves can be a powerful tool toward self-compassion and kindness. A sense of humor removes the heaviness of a situation while offering commonality and interconnectedness. Develop your sense of humor and lightness by embracing your truth, learning to open up with vulnerability, and speaking with honesty.
Read the full article here.
Staying in the rumination zone leads to procrastination, perfectionism, guilt, imposter syndrome or believing we’re unable to do anything. But taking any action often leads us out of this zone. Action, in many ways, is the antidote to a busy mind. When our focus is away from our automated thoughts, we can pour more focus, love, patience and creativity into the things that matter. The more we access this, the less space we have to overthink negative thoughts.
2. Try to be more intentional with your thoughts.
Guard your headspace, and pay attention to where you’re focusing your mental energy; set clear boundaries for emotional wellbeing. When we’re not intentionally choosing the right thoughts, the negativity can quickly become our reality and we begin attracting relatable scenarios to match what we’re energetically absorbing. ...
3. Dismiss the thoughts that do not serve you.
Just because it’s in your head doesn’t mean you have to believe it. Make a conscious effort every day to return your brain to a neutral thought and avoid getting sucked in by the negative. ...
4. Notice your triggers.
Create mental boundaries to protect yourself from certain thoughts or beliefs that aren’t serving your highest good. The TV shows or channels we watch, the podcasts we choose, the people with whom we engage, and the books we read can all inform our self-beliefs – sometimes in the negative. These combine to play a feedback loop to our brains, potentially making our ruminations even scarier.
Take notice of the activities and people that align with your values and contribute to inner peace. Magnetize yourself to only the stuff that creates positive energy, action and change. If the other stuff fills you with dread, unpack it and decide if it’s there to serve you or shame you.
5. Commit to what makes you feel best.
What makes you feel good? What would improve your day? Whether it’s ... singing, baking, exercising, dancing, or chatting with a friend, try incorporating one element of joy into your day to keep your mind in a more positive state.
If you’re unable to commit to a feel-good activity, think deep about where the push/pull is coming from, and what areas of your life can be adjusted.
6. Resisting isn’t always the answer.
Embrace and accept the way your brain works. Trying to put a full stop to your thoughts will never work; that resistance often contributes to our internal battles and anxiety. In understanding our brains more, we empower ourselves to make conscious and aligned thought choices every day. ...
7. Relax the body.
...
8. Attend to your restlessness.
Could your inner restlessness be trying to tell you something? Do your thoughts and worries follow a pattern? Consider gently inviting them in for a change. Learning to sit with your thoughts and reconnect with your intuition can be especially valuable with ADHD in the picture. Our hypersensitivity and emotional dysregulation can sometimes lead us off course and plague us with self-doubt, which is why it’s important to train the skill of recognizing when something feels right or wrong.
9. A sense of humor helps.
Being able to laugh at ourselves can be a powerful tool toward self-compassion and kindness. A sense of humor removes the heaviness of a situation while offering commonality and interconnectedness. Develop your sense of humor and lightness by embracing your truth, learning to open up with vulnerability, and speaking with honesty.
Read the full article here.
Tuesday, September 22, 2026
What Social Isolation Does To Your Brain – How To Undo The Damage
I often read from people who are neurodivergent that they like staying by themselves, and I prefer it too, but what if this actually isn't good at all for us?
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