Salt & Arrows

Salt & Arrows Counseling, Coaching, Workshops & Speaking – Colorado Springs Support for Teens, Moms & Educators Facing Overwhelm & Burnout

12/24/2025

The holidays can get loud; full schedules, big emotions, constant decisions. But silence is still a gift you’re allowed to open. This week, choose moments that ground your nervous system, protect your peace, and bring you back to center.

There’s a reason Silent Night begins with stillness. The first Christmas didn’t arrive in chaos; it arrived quietly, gently, in a way that invited people to reflect and engage with the gravity of the gift being given.

If you’re craving calm, emotional regulation, or a slower pace, you’re not alone.
Silence isn’t withdrawal. It’s wisdom. It’s grounding. It's connection. It’s how we reconnect with ourselves, with the people we love, and with the One this is all about.

This Christmas, may you find pockets of quiet that feel like peace.
May you respond less from pressure and more from presence.
And may you remember that you don’t have to match the noise around you to experience joy.

If you’re choosing calm over chaos this week, you’re in good company.

12/23/2025

This week has a way of filling up fast: invitations, expectations, “just one more thing.”

But you’re allowed to pause and ask: What do I actually want this week to feel like?

Your traditions, your pace, your capacity… they matter.
You don’t have to say yes to everything to have a meaningful Christmas.
You don’t have to explain every no.
You’re allowed to choose presence over pressure.

If you need the reminder:

Your peace (and your family's peace) is a valid priority
Your boundaries are an act of love
Your family’s rhythm doesn’t have to match anyone else’s

What’s one boundary you’re gently holding this week?

12/15/2025

When your home feels loud, your brain works harder.

Visual clutter and unpredictable routines increase cognitive load and keep stress higher — which makes patience, focus, and restful sleep harder to find. Try this 7‑day micro‑plan: 5 minutes at night, 3 minutes in the morning, and one simple snack swap.

Dopamine > the “small‑win” reward signal. Small, repeatable homemaking wins (a cleared surface, a completed 3‑minute corner) release dopamine, which reinforces the habit loop, boosts motivation, and helps the prefrontal cortex sustain goal‑directed behavior.

GABA and serotonin > the calm and mood regulators. Consistent nutrition and predictable routines support serotonin synthesis and healthy GABAergic tone, which together lower anxiety, increase inhibitory control, and promote emotional stability.

Small, repeatable habits protect your nervous system and help your family show up calmer and more present. Isn't that what we all want? I know I do!

Comment RESET for the printable PDF and snack list.

12/12/2025

Teachers (and parents pay attention) — you see it in the room: when kids don’t eat well, attention and behavior change fast.

Hunger and poor nutrition don’t just affect tummies and test scores — they shape emotional regulation, classroom climate, and students’ mental health. When classrooms are more reactive, teachers’ mood, patience, and burnout tolerance take a hit, too! Small food and routine shifts can protect both students and the adults who care for them day in and day out.

Teachers try this tomorrow: a 60‑second “hydrate + breathe” reset before a tough lesson, a quick protein‑rich mini snack after recess, or a discreet stash of whole‑food options for emergencies (Possibly get parents and local partners to help with costs). These tiny changes reduce disruptions, preserve teacher energy, and help students show up ready to learn.

I made a printable one‑page parent handout and a short teacher toolkit with quick swaps, low‑cost ideas, and local Colorado Springs food resources you can share with families. Comment HANDOUT and I’ll DM the PDF.

12/10/2025

What Your Child Eats Matters More Than You Think. Fuel Their Feelings, not their meltdowns.

Food shapes attention, emotional regulation, and behavior — not by magic, but by nutrients that feed the brain. Swap one processed snack for a whole‑food alternative this week and watch how small changes soften meltdowns, steady focus, and protect mental health.

Why does this matter for mental health? Low iron, vitamin D, zinc, and omega‑3s are linked with fatigue, attention problems, and higher risk of depression and ADHD. Whole foods support cognition and emotional stability, so feeding kids well is an act of mental‑health stewardship for the whole family.

This isn’t about weight or perfection. It’s about choosing what helps your child show up with more calm, clarity, and resilience; a practical way to steward the bodies and minds God entrusted to us.

📍Try this tiny challenge. Make one swap this week and notice the difference (in you or your child). Comment the one swap you’ll try (e.g., “veggie chips (like real food, not the Veggie Sticks) for chips,” “fruit infused water for juice,” “eggs or whole grain waffles for cereal”)

I’ll read every reply and cheer you on! 🎉🎉🎉

12/08/2025

I was talking with friends this weekend and we noticed a gap — we rarely hear about how food and simple wellness habits shape our mental and emotional lives, even from doctors and churches. I’ve been fortunate to learn from people who connect faith, body, and mind, and as a counselor and wellness coach I want to bring that into a small, supportive space.

I’m launching a 9‑week virtual small group to reshape how we see wellness into how God sees wellness — practical, faith‑rooted, and gentle. If you’re interested, comment INTERESTED and I’ll DM the details.

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