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The Difference Between Coping and Regulation
Ever found yourself reaching for your phone, food, Netflix or another distraction after a stressful day? We all cope in different ways - but coping and regulation aren’t the same thing. In this article I explore the difference, why both have a place and how learning to regulate your nervous system can help you move through stress rather than simply escape it.
What Anxiety Can Feel Like in the Body
Anxiety doesn’t always begin with racing thoughts. Sometimes it shows up as a tight jaw, a racing heart, digestive discomfort, headaches or a body that never seems to fully switch off. In this article, I explore why anxiety is a whole-body experience, what your nervous system might be trying to tell you, and why your body isn’t working against you.
Why Rest Feels So Uncomfortable
Ever finally had time to rest, only to find yourself feeling restless instead? Learn why slowing down can feel surprisingly uncomfortable, what your nervous system has to do with it and how to gently begin to reconnect with genuine rest.
Boundaries Are Nervous System Work
Many people know the boundaries they want to set, but struggle to put them into practice. If setting boundaries feels uncomfortable, guilt-inducing or harder than it “should” be, your nervous system may be part of the picture. This article explores why boundaries are about more than communication, and how they can support a greater sense of safety, capacity and wellbeing.
Emotional Eating Isn’t A Discipline Problem
Emotional eating isn’t a character flaw, a lack of discipline or proof that you’re doing something wrong. Often, it’s a response to stress, overwhelm, and a nervous system that needs support rather than more self-criticism.
Five Common Misunderstandings About Meditation (That Make It Feel Harder Than It Is)
A lot of people assume they’re bad at meditation before they’ve even started
From thinking you need a quiet mind to believing you’re doing it wrong when thoughts show up, these common misconceptions can make meditation feel far more complicated than it needs to be.