Are you feeling awful since Election Day in the U.S.? I am. Or maybe there's a different reason you're feeling dysregulated -- disconnected, anxious, and wanting to stay in bed. In this episode, I share how intentional acts, like baking an apple cake, helped me calm my nervous system this week. Through my experience preparing a gratitude workshop I gave two days after election day, I learned that genuine gratitude can foster meaningful connection and stability, reminding us to notice "glimmers"—small, positive moments—that help us stay grounded in challenging times.

In this episode:

• Discover practical ways to calm your nervous system during stressful times, like finding small, intentional activities that bring comfort and connection.
• Learn how cultivating gratitude can deepen your resilience and help you feel more connected to the people and things that matter most.
• Understand the concept of “glimmers” as positive, grounding moments that counteract stress and provide stability during uncertain times.
• Get inspired to identify and nurture your own glimmers, building a toolkit for emotional regulation and self-care.

Are you feeling anxious about the election? Or is work stress overwhelming you? In this episode, I focus on navigating stressful situations by tuning into what we can control. When life events or global issues feel overwhelming, it’s natural to feel out of control, but I’ll show you how to find your locus of control to manage your mindset, actions, and self-care. I discuss practical steps for grounding yourself, feeling your emotions fully, and then refocusing on what you can actively influence. Whether it's adjusting your mindset, treating others kindly, or moving forward meaningfully after disappointment, this episode is about finding strength and clarity by directing your mind toward what you can control.

In this episode:

🎯 Learn how to identify your “locus of control” during challenging times to feel more empowered and grounded.

🎯 Discover practical ways to manage anxiety and regain calm by focusing on what you can influence.

🎯 Get actionable tips on maintaining a positive mindset, including managing news intake and protecting your energy.

🎯 Find out how to move forward and treat yourself with compassion, even when life feels overwhelming.

In this episode of Making Midlife Magic, I reflect on the power of choosing our thoughts intentionally, focusing on the thought: "I have everything I need." I explore how this thought can either support or hinder us depending on how we use it, drawing inspiration from the resourcefulness of TV's MacGyver. I share how this thought shifted me out of some work anxiety, and show how we can apply this mindset shift to everyday situations to move forward and solve problems with creativity and confidence.

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