Adapt

Adapt / 07.06.2024

In the intricate tapestry of mental health, finding moments of brightness, what I will refer to as a "Glimmer", amidst the shadows can be transformative. These moments are like flickers of hope in the darkness, offering a glimpse of light and possibility. In this post, we delve into the concept of glimmers as a safety cue to the nervous system, and explore how safety cues can support our nervous system, foster resilience, and well-being.  Understanding Glimmers  Glimmers, a concept expanded upon by Deb Dana, are those fleeting instances of comfort, nurturing, or signals of joy, however small, that punctuate our daily lives....

Adapt / 05.11.2020

In one way, we can say that we made it!  In the last week alone, we slept through daylight saving time, lived to tell stories about a full blue moon (and on Halloween nonetheless!), and the last of our leaves are falling from the trees here in NYC. Oh!   And as I write this, it is 24 hours since polls have closed for the 2020 presidential election.  The pandemic has not entirely left us yet, but we are here to focus on small wins!  Shifting and adapting is on my mind....