A simple, powerful way to calm your mind and reduce stress reactivity in your nervous system.
“Just 10 minutes a day helped me stop spiraling. I feel more present—and less pissed off.”
Free – $10/month for apps
Free / low cost on your own or available through apps, podcasts, or therapists trained in mindfulness
✅ Sometimes covered through mental health services or coaching
7–14 days of consistent practice for mood/sleep benefits; stronger effects after 6–8 weeks
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Meditation / Mindfulness
Meditation doesn’t erase symptoms—but it changes how you experience them. It’s free, low-risk, and more effective than many people expect. Start small and stay curious—it’s not about “clearing your mind,” but gently redirecting it.
Mindfulness lowers cortisol, supports emotional regulation, and improves sleep, anxiety, and pain perception.
Hormonal shifts increase sensitivity to stress. Mindfulness-based interventions (like MBSR) help recalibrate the brain’s threat response system. Clinical trials show reduced symptom distress, especially when practiced consistently.
None, but those with trauma histories may want a trauma-informed guide
Emotional discomfort early on if unaccustomed to sitting with thoughts
Start with 5–10 minutes per day. Use apps like Insight Timer, Headspace, or free guided tracks on YouTube. Build slowly.
Insight Timer, Headspace, 10% Happier, UCLA Mindful
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