When the world feels like it is "on fire,' the human brain naturally defaults to a state of chronic hypervigilance. Evolutionarily, we are wired to prioritize "the fire" because the fire is what can kill us. However, staying in that state of high arousal indefinitely leads to emotional exhaustion and a sense of pervasive hopelessness. To find "glimmers" we have to move beyond positive thinking and into the realm of applied polyvagal theory and neuroscience.

The suspension of SNAP isn't just a political headline; it's a direct and profound assault on your nervous system.

Panic attacks are frightening and uncomfortable - people who suffer from panic attacks often feel as if they're going to die.

Anger is the "enforcer" emotion we allow to take charge when we feel softer, more uncomfortable emotions like fear or sadness.