03/11/2025
🫂 Feeling Overwhelmed by the World? Here’s What You Can Do.
It's completely normal to feel down or anxious when the news is difficult, or things around you feel uncertain.
When the weight of the world gets heavy, remember you have the power to create a peaceful space within it.
💡 Some things you can do.
*Filter Your Feed: Actively choose how much negative input you consume. Set time limits for news and social media, and curate your feeds to include more uplifting or positive accounts.
*Focus on Your Circle of Control: You can't fix every global issue, but you can control your actions, reactions, and efforts in your immediate surroundings. Dedicate energy to local kindness, personal goals, or family time.
*Connect with Kindness: Reach out to someone you care about, or offer help to a neighbour. Positive human connection is a powerful antidote to feeling isolated and down.
*Practice Presence: Engage your senses fully in a small, pleasant moment—a cup of tea, a walk, or listening to music. Grounding yourself in the here and now reduces anxiety about the future.
*Move Your Body: Even 15 minutes of movement (stretching, walking) can change your mood. It’s a physical release for mental stress.
*Remember, seeking professional help is a sign of strength, not weakness. If you're consistently struggling to cope, please consider reaching out to a counsellor or therapist. Your mental health matters.
