Posts tagged stress management
Soothing Your Nervous System During Overwhelm by Julie Bjelland, LMFT
Soothing Your Nervous System During Overwhelm by Julie Bjelland, LMFT

Discover gentle, effective ways to soothe your nervous system during overwhelm. Learn calming techniques specifically tailored for sensitive and neurodivergent individuals.

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AutismJulie BjellandNervous system regulation, calming techniques, anxiety relief, sensory grounding, breathing exercises, neurodivergent self-care, sensitive self-care, vagus nerve activation, stress management, self-compassionComment
The Hidden Impact of Sensory Overload—And How to Protect Your Health by Julie Bjelland, LMFT
The Hidden Impact of Sensory Overload—And How to Protect Your Health by Julie Bjelland, LMFT

Sensory overload isn’t just uncomfortable—it can lead to chronic fatigue, anxiety, and burnout over time. Learn how to recognize triggers, implement protective strategies, and regulate your nervous system for better well-being. Discover practical tips and effective tools to prevent sensory overwhelm and reclaim your energy.

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AutismJulie Bjellandsensory overload, sensory overwhelm, chronic fatigue, nervous system health, overstimulation, sensory processing, burnout prevention, stress management, highly sensitive person, autism and sensory overload, neurodivergent self-care, anxiety and sensory overload, nervous system regulation, managing sensory input, coping with sensory sensitivityComment
Nonverbal Ways to Help Calm Someone’s Anxiety: The Science Behind Calming Signals by Julie Bjelland, LMFT
Nonverbal Ways to Help Calm Someone’s Anxiety: The Science Behind Calming Signals by Julie Bjelland, LMFT

Learn how nonverbal cues like slow breathing, body language, and presence can help calm someone's anxiety by activating their mirror neurons and promoting emotional regulation.

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Brain training, AutismJulie Bjellandnonverbal calming techniques, anxiety relief, emotional contagion, mirror neurons, co-regulation, calming body language, breathing techniques, stress reduction, nervous system regulation, slow breathing, relaxed posture, calming signals, soothing anxiety, emotional regulation, nonverbal communication, managing anxiety, therapeutic practices, brain training course, highly sensitive person, techniques for anxiety, reducing overwhelming emotions, Julie Bjelland, anxiety support, calming presence, breathwork for anxiety, calming anxious individuals, stress managementComment
Coping with Climate Change - in Community By Alex Arnold (she/her), MSPsych, ACC, from Alma Coaching
Coping with Climate Change - in Community By Alex Arnold (she/her), MSPsych, ACC, from Alma Coaching

Climate change is having material but also psychological impacts on our wellbeing, whether directly or indirectly. In addition to the many individual tools available to cope with stress and build resilience, coming together in community to talk about our emotional response provides significant benefits. This article highlights many free and online options.

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Guest PostGuest Postclimate change, climate anxiety, climate resilience, community support, emotional response, Julie Bjelland, sensitive empowerment, HSP, Climate Cafés, We are the Great Turning, Joanna Macy, book circles, climate coaching, climate psychology, stress management, climate optimism, mental health, resilience training, Alex Arnold, Alma Coaching, Climate Coaching Alliance, positive psychology, introverted clients, empath clients, Vermont.Comment
The Impact of Stress Response Overactivation in Highly Sensitive and Autistic Individuals by Julie Bjelland, LMFT
The Impact of Stress Response Overactivation in Highly Sensitive and Autistic Individuals by Julie Bjelland, LMFT

Julie Bjelland, LMFT, explores the profound effects of chronic amygdala activation on highly sensitive or neurodivergent individuals. This article delves into how overactivation influences mental and physical health and introduces a transformative solution through targeted brain training.

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Brain training, AutismJulie Bjellandamygdala overactivation, stress management, brain training, highly sensitive people, autistic individuals, mental health, chronic health conditions, anxiety relief, neurodivergence, Julie Bjelland Comments