calming your nervous system

If you are in a stressful season like me, you need a way to calm down. All the way down. Stress, unfortunately, is not a part of life that we can control or predict. That said, we need to find a way to get the stress out of our minds and bodies to move beyond … Continue reading calming your nervous system →

second semester of grad school reflection

I’m officially done with grad school! It’s been two weeks since I graduated. Second semester was much harder and way more stressful. My health had some major dips and finishing my master’s project was anxiety-inducing. But I also got to go to Ireland (mostly for free!) and it was an absolute delight! I’m so excited … Continue reading second semester of grad school reflection →

The paradox of rest in American culture

Currently it’s July and it feels like the offseason of my life. I don’t feel the heavy burden of stress and a million things to do like I do during the school year. It’s the perfect time to lounge outside while finishing a good book (That Sounds Fun by Annie F. Downs).