07/06/2026
Many people think they are negative, pessimistic or overthinking.
Often what they’re experiencing is hypervigilance.
When life felt unpredictable growing up, your nervous system learned to anticipate problems before they happened.
The problem is that those survival strategies can remain long after the danger has passed.
Healing isn’t about becoming positive.
It’s about helping your nervous system recognise when it no longer needs to stay on high alert.
Have you ever noticed yourself expecting something to go wrong even when things are actually okay?
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