In October 2013, a nineteen-year-old boy in North London asked his mother whether she thought he should upload a video he’d been working on to YouTube. The video was a…
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6 Songs to Listen to When You Need to Calm Down
Did you know that just two minutes of listening to a calming melody can help your nervous system relax? Music is a powerful way to help your breath ease and…
What happens to the brain during change
When life shifts—whether the change is welcome or not—for the brain, it can feel like like a full-body alarm. When faced with uncertainty, the limbic system signals potential danger. The…
Three Nervous System Exercises for Anxiety and Overwhelm
When anxiety spikes, it can feel as though the body has taken over—looping thoughts, racing heart, shallow breath. It can feel nearly impossible to try to think your way out…