04/08/2026
Some days just feel heavier.
I've learnt not to ignore those days or try to push through them. Instead, I try to give my brain what it needs.
A walk with the dogs. Fresh air. Looking up instead of down. Standing still long enough to watch the sunset.
There's good science behind it too. Our brains naturally pay more attention to what's wrong than what's right. It's called the negativity bias, and it's there to keep us safe. The problem is, when we're stressed or overwhelmed, we can stop noticing the things that help us feel grounded.
Taking a moment to really notice the sky, the trees, the sound of the birds or the dogs charging through the fields won't solve our problems. But it does remind the nervous system that we're safe in this moment.
Sometimes that's enough to make today feel a little lighter than it did an hour ago.
This evening, my reminder was four paws, a beautiful sunset a game of I spy"and a bit of perspective. 🤍
