Creative Self Care With Crystal McLain

Unlock the secret to rejuvenating your mind and body by understanding the crucial difference between rest and sleep. Imagine if you could harness rest not just as a pause in activity, but as a powerful tool to recharge your energy and support your overall well-being. In this compelling episode, I guide you through the transformative potential of rest, revealing how it goes beyond mere inactivity to become a harmonious alignment with your true needs.Get your Patreon perk HERESupport the showDi...

Social media is totally amazing, but it may also be the thing that's keeping you stuck in life. Join me as we explore stress and the dark side of social media. Read and/or listenPatreon Bonus ContentBecome a PatronSupport the showDisclaimer

Do the simplest tasks ever feel like monumental challenges? Join me as we dissect the phenomenon of functional freeze—a state where your brain's response to stress can leave you feeling disconnected and anxious. We'll delve into how your brain reacts to everyday stressors like work deadlines and social obligations, and manifests in physical symptoms and reactionary choices (or lack thereof). I'll also explain the roles of the autonomic nervous system and the amygdala, and how chronic stress o...

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Have you ever felt disconnected from your actions, like you’re just going through the motions? Discover how aligning your actions with your true wants, needs, and values can transform your life. In this episode of Creative Self-Care, I share how understanding my reasons for my actions helped me find focus and resist distractions. You'll learn why attaching meaning to your daily activities creates a strong grounding, making decision-making simpler, even in tough situations.Join me as I invite ...