Bent Mountain Springs Counseling

05/23/2026

Stress isn't always a bad thing; it can be handy for a burst of extra energy and focus, like when you're playing a competitive sport or have to speak in public. But when it's continuous, it actually begins to change your brain. Madhumita Murgia shows how chronic stress can affect brain size, its str...

05/23/2026

Connections before content

05/23/2026

When the day feels like it's spinning, grounding yourself doesn't have to take an hour. 🌿

Try this 5-4-3-2-1 technique:
👀 5 things you see
🖐️ 4 things you can touch
👂 3 things you can hear
👃 2 things you can smell
👅 1 thing you can taste

Save this for the next time you need to find your center.

05/23/2026

Mental health isn't just about the big shifts; it's about the small moments of care. 🌿

When things feel overwhelming, try the 5-4-3-2-1 technique:
5 things you can see
4 things you can touch
3 things you can hear
2 things you can smell
1 thing you can taste

Save this for the next time you need a moment of calm.

05/03/2026