Thriving Through The Storm: Practical Self-Care Tips for Tough Times

07/04/2025 34 min Temporada 1 Episodio 14

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What do you actually do when life feels like too much?If you’ve been feeling overwhelmed, burnt out, or like you’re holding it all together with duct tape and caffeine—this episode is for you.We’re diving into real-world self-care for tough times. I'm talking nervous system regulation, boundaries that don’t require an apology, mindful practices that are actually doable, and how to come back to yourself when you’re lost in the storm.➡️ This isn’t about bubble baths. This is about saving your damn life.🌿 What You’ll Learn:What stress actually is—and how it shows up in your bodyWhy not all stress is bad (hello, trees without wind)The surprising effects of the news cycle on your mental healthSimple grounding practices you can use todayA 4-step method to reset your stress responseHow to protect your energy without ghosting everyone you love⏱️ Timestamps & Chapters:00:00 - Opening01:15 - Welcome + Why This Episode Matters03:20 - What Stress Actually Is (and Isn’t)06:45 - The Geodome Story & The Truth About Resilience09:50 - Chronic Stress and the Body-Mind Connection13:10 - What Is Mindfulness *Really*?16:02 - Guided Box Breathing Exercise18:40 - How to Use a Body Scan for Grounding21:00 - Mindful Observation for Overactive Minds23:30 - Movement as Medicine (Without CrossFit)27:10 - Dancing Like a Fool (Yes, Really)29:00 - Nourishing Food: Warm, Real, and Simple33:00 - Hydration: Plants Need Water, Man36:45 - Sleep & Nervous System Repair39:10 - Boundaries: Say No with a Buffer43:20 - Emotional Support & Daily Joy Texts45:00 - The News is Wrecking Your Nervous System49:20 - A 1-Day News Fast Challenge51:45 - 4-Step Stress Reset Strategy56:40 - Weekly Check-Ins for Long-Term Resilience59:30 - Final Thoughts & Support Invitation1:00:45 - Subscribe + Work With Me📬 Want to Work With Me? Visit → https://www.veronicawolffcasey.com I offer 1:1 sessions, online workshops, Ayurvedic support, and real tools for real life.🎙️ Subscribe to the Podcast New episodes every other Monday. Hit that bell 🔔 so you don’t miss a thing.💌 Join the Email List Get exclusive content, recipes, and wellness strategies right in your inbox: https://www.veronicawolffcasey.com/newsletter🖤 Let’s Connect Instagram → https://www.instagram.com/theveronicawolffcasey/ Website → https://www.veronicawolffcasey.com💬 If this episode helped you feel even a little better, leave a comment, give it a like, and share it with someone who needs to hear it.You’re not alone. Let’s weather the storm together.#SelfCare #StressRelief #Mindfulness #Ayurveda #VeronicaWolffCasey #NervousSystemSupport #OverwhelmHelp #PodcastForWomen #HolisticHealth #MentalHealthTips

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