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Why "Just Relax" Doesn't Work - And What To Do Instead

Why “Just Relax” Doesn’t Work – And What To Do Instead

Just relax” can feel impossible for trauma survivors. Discover 4 nervous system-based alternatives to find real calm, without forced stillness The Problem With “Just Relax” “Take a deep breath.”“Just chill out.”“Don’t worry so much!” If these well-meaning phrases make you want to scream, you’re not being difficult—you’re being human. True relaxation isn’t about willpower—it’s about rewiring your nervous system’s alarms. For …

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The Overthinkers Survival Kit 4 Creative Ways to Calm Your Racing Mind

The Overthinker’s Survival Kit: 4 Creative Ways to Calm Your Racing Mind

Stuck in thought loops? Try these 4 creative, therapist-approved techniques to quiet overthinking—from doodle therapy to body-based releases. When Your Brain Won’t Stop It’s 2 AM, and your mind replays that awkward conversation from three years ago. You analyze your to-do list like it’s a CIA dossier. You draft emails in your head that you’ll never send. Overthinking isn’t just frustrating—it’s exhausting. …

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