Life By Design Therapy

  Allow yourself a moment to tune into the present. 🌿 This quick grounding exercise, will guide you through a simple technique to calm your mind, settle your body, and bring you back to the here and now. You deserve this moment of peace. Pause, breathe, and reset. Save this for when you need a moment of calm.🌟 For more calming techniques you can incorporate into your daily routine, download our free eBook, The Mind-Body Toolkit. You can find the link to download in our bio! https://www.lifebydesigntherapy.com/

  We’ve all been there: your to-do list is growing, your phone won't stop buzzing, and your mind is already ten steps ahead of your feet. Whether you are navigating a high-pressure career, the mental load of parenting, or a demanding semester, it’s easy to feel like you’re floating somewhere above your own life. When the world feels like too much, you don't need a complicated plan. You just need to come back to the center. At Life By Design Therapy ™, our therapists support clients in moving from "survival mode" back into their bodies. We often see that the most effective way to quiet a racing mind is to give the nervous system a direct signal of safety. Here are 5 grounding tools to help your nervous system find its way back to calm: Start by letting your body orient. Take a second to look around the room and notice where you are. Feel the ground supporting you. Notice the literal connection between your feet and the floor. Use your breath to signal safety. A sl...

  This is something I see come up again and again in my work with couples. One partner feels stuck, unmotivated, disengaged, or emotionally checked out. The other partner feels frustrated, overwhelmed, and increasingly alone in carrying the emotional weight of the relationship. Whether one partner isn’t working or they’re just not showing up emotionally, it can feel confusing and painful, especially when they’re physically there but emotionally unreachable. Read More https://www.lifebydesigntherapy.com/blog/how-to-not-lose-yourself-when-supporting-an-unmotivated-partner

  I used to think staying informed meant constantly keeping up with the news, but I’ve learned that there’s a difference between awareness and overload. The more we expose ourselves to a nonstop flow of upsetting headlines, the harder it becomes for our nervous system to regulate, leading to heightened anxiety, emotional exhaustion, and even a sense of hopelessness. Setting boundaries with news and social media isn’t about ignoring reality; it’s about protecting your mental and emotional well-being so you can stay engaged without burning out. Here are some practical ways to set these boundaries… 🔹 Check the news at set times instead of throughout the day – Instead of letting news updates flood your entire day, try scheduling specific times to check reliable sources. For example, you might choose to check in once in the morning and once in the evening, rather than refreshing your feed constantly. 🔹 Unfollow accounts that spike panic rather than provide thoughtful information – ...

  If you don’t gently close your workday, it keeps following you into your nights and your body. You leave work, but your nervous system stays braced and alert. Whether you are a student, a parent, or a high achiever, that internal "on" switch can feel impossible to flip. That’s why rest feels so hard. Your body never fully rests when it’s still waiting for the next task. But rest is something you practice. It’s not for "someday" or just for vacation. It’s a skill for every single evening. Your body learns safety through repetition. At Life By Design Therapy ™, our therapists support you in finding your way back to a state of softening. We often see how small, intentional shifts can retrain a nervous system that has forgotten how to be still. Try these four gentle ways to unwind tonight: Choose a daily stop-time. Change clothes right away. Take 10 slow breaths. No screens in the last 30 minutes. Your body can begin to soften. Remember: How you end your day teaches y...

  When the weight of the world feels overwhelming, it’s easy to get stuck in a cycle of anxiety and helplessness. But taking a moment to reflect can help you process what’s weighing on you and find small, meaningful ways to take action. Journaling can be a powerful tool for clarity, self-awareness, and grounding. Use this prompt to explore what’s on your mind and how you can channel your energy in a way that feels aligned with your values. Save this for later or share your thoughts in the comments. 💙 https://www.lifebydesigntherapy.com/