Mindfulness Basics

Use Your Five Senses to Stop Worrying and Come Back to Now

Use Your Five Senses to Stop Worrying and Come Back to Now

Your brain can jump away from right now fast.
The One-Sound Trick to Stop Your Mind From Racing

The One-Sound Trick to Stop Your Mind From Racing

Your mind races.
Try the Five-Senses Check-In When Your Mind Won’t Stop Racing

Try the Five-Senses Check-In When Your Mind Won’t Stop Racing

Your mind can be in a hundred places at once.
How to Stop a Racing Mind by Noticing What’s Around You

How to Stop a Racing Mind by Noticing What’s Around You

When your thoughts start running fast, you don’t need a special skill to slow them down.
Use Your Five Senses to Come Back to Right Now

Use Your Five Senses to Come Back to Right Now

Your mind can leave the room even when your body stays put.
Come Back to Now With a Five-Senses Check

Come Back to Now With a Five-Senses Check

Your mind can leave the room fast.
Come Back to Now With Your Five Senses

Come Back to Now With Your Five Senses

Your brain is really good at leaving the room.
The Five Senses Trick to Quiet a Busy Mind

The Five Senses Trick to Quiet a Busy Mind

You know those days when your brain feels like a browser full of tabs.
A Simple Prayer to Help You Stop Worrying and Come Back to Now

A Simple Prayer to Help You Stop Worrying and Come Back to Now

When your thoughts race ahead to tomorrow, your body is still here.
Use a Wall to Quiet a Racing Mind: A Simple Yoga Reset for Anxious Moments

Use a Wall to Quiet a Racing Mind: A Simple Yoga Reset for Anxious Moments

Your mind is racing.
A Five-Minute Morning Tai Chi Warm-Up to Stay in the Present

A Five-Minute Morning Tai Chi Warm-Up to Stay in the Present

Your mind can get loud before your day even starts.
Use Prayer to Calm a Busy Mind and Stay Present

Use Prayer to Calm a Busy Mind and Stay Present

When your thoughts are running in ten directions, it is hard to feel like you are anywhere but inside your own head.

Quick Tips

Are there any side effects from probiotics?

When you first start taking probiotics, your body might need a few days to adjust. It’s pretty common to experience some minor, temporary effects like a bit of gas or bloating. This is usually just a sign that the new bacteria are moving in and changing the environment in your gut. These feelings should settle down on their own as your body gets used to them. If you start with a smaller amount and your symptoms are strong or don’t go away, it’s always a good idea to slow down and talk to a doctor.

How can something in my gut affect my anxiety?

It might seem strange, but your gut and your brain are in constant conversation through a special connection often called the “gut-brain axis.“ Your gut sends signals to your brain, and your brain sends signals back. When the balance of bacteria in your gut is off, it can send stress signals to your brain. By adding helpful probiotics, you can help your gut send more “calm” and “everything’s okay” messages instead. A happier gut can contribute to a calmer, less anxious you.

Can drinking water really affect how anxious I feel?

Yes, absolutely! Even mild dehydration can make you feel tired, get a headache, and have a hard time concentrating. These feelings are very similar to anxiety and can make your actual anxiety feel much worse. Drinking enough water throughout the day is a simple way to take care of your body and avoid these extra, unnecessary symptoms. Keep a water bottle with you and take small sips often. It’s an easy win that helps your whole body, including your mind, function better.

Why do I feel tired after eating a big sugary snack?

That tired feeling is a classic sugar crash. When you eat something very sugary, it gets into your bloodstream very quickly, giving you a fast, jittery energy spike. Your body then works hard to bring your blood sugar back down to normal. It overcorrects, causing your energy to plummet and leaving you feeling drained, sluggish, and even more anxious than before. It’s a rollercoaster you definitely want to avoid.

How can I practice this so it becomes a habit?

The best way to practice is by using a “thought log.“ Get a notebook and draw two columns. In the first column, write down an anxious thought when it pops up. In the second column, write a kinder, more balanced version. You don’t have to do it perfectly. The simple act of writing it down helps you slow down and see your thoughts more clearly. Doing this for just five minutes a day trains your brain to spot unbalanced thoughts automatically and helps you become your own best coach.