By Sarah Paton, ND
Dr. Sarah Paton, NDAfter all of the build up to No Kings 3, try to give yourself small, intentional breaks from the headlines each day as a way of giving your nervous system a chance to reset.
When we’re constantly taking in information—especially information that feels urgent or distressing—our bodies can stay in a subtle but persistent state of alert. Even a short pause can help to begin to unwind that tension.
Get outside if you can, or open a window and let fresh air in. Let your eyes rest on what is right around you—the sky, a tree, the light moving across the room. Feel your feet on the ground. Notice your breath without trying to change it.
Over time, these small moments of stepping back help your body remember what calm actually feels like. These small breaks give us the breathing room to enjoy life in the face of these trying times.
Dr. Sarah Paton, a licensed naturopathic physician, specializes in natural, integrative medicine at drsarahpaton.com.
Disclaimer: Self Care posts are shared for information purposes only, and are never intended as individual medical advice nor as a substitute for healthcare services.