Do you ever feel like your internal engine is revving, even when you’re standing still? Perhaps it starts with the morning alarm. You hit snooze one too many times, and suddenly your day begins with a jolt of panic. The race is on: get the kids ready, respond to that urgent email, and navigate traffic, all while a sense of frantic urgency builds inside you. This constant state of rushing is more than just a bad habit. It can directly trigger your nervous system’s fight-or-flight response. As a psychologist, I see many clients struggling with anxiety, burnout, and chronic stress. A common...