Notes from the practice

Occasional practical notes on anxiety, everyday tools, and living a bit more calmly.

• Need a hand with your anxiety?

  A small metal ring you roll up and down your fingers — surprisingly effective for shallow breathing, tight shoulders, and being anywhere but present.

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• Fun tricks for managing your anxiety

  Outsmarting your brain's panicky smokescreens sometimes looks like a fidget spinner. A few tools worth carrying in a bag or purse.

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• Reasons to say no to plans

  If you're over-committed, socially or otherwise, a short list of reasons to protect the time before the plans happen.

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• How to get good mental health

  The Greater Good Science Center in Berkeley, and a small list of positive-news resources worth bookmarking.

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