These are stressful times. Yes, I know that is a platitude, but unfortunately it is also true. No one, regardless of financial circumstances, political persuasion or other life circumstances is immune from the stressors affecting us all today. Between the pandemic and the election alone it would be easy to fall into a pit of anxiety and despair. So it is more important than ever to have a variety of coping strategies quickly and easily at your disposal.
Here is a simple exercise you can do to help calm your nervous system and re-ground yourself. Give yourself at least 10 minutes the first time you do it. Be patient with yourself if your mind wanders or it is hard to focus. Over time it will get easier.
The purpose of the exercise is to help you learn how to connect to a place within yourself that feels safe and supported. Everything is easier to manage when coming from this place. Over time the exercise will get easier and easier. You will be able to drop into this place of calm and support quickly and easily. It just takes practice.
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