STEP TWO
Stay Calm
How we care for ourselves shapes who we become.
Why Do We Become Reactive?
Change takes time, and learning how to stay calm helps us stay with it.
PAUSE AND REFLECT
What situations make us feel most reactive or overwhelmed?
What would life look like if we responded more calmly and thoughtfully?
Health and Wellness
Our habits shape our bandwidth. Our habits affect how we feel, think, and respond to life.
Water
Are we drinking enough water each day?
Sleep
Are we getting enough rest to recover physically and emotionally?
Diet
Are we eating in ways that support our energy and mood?
Exercise
Are we moving our bodies regularly?
Meditation
Meditation helps us become more present.
And with presence comes freedom.
Free to respond differently to difficult situations.
Free from destructive patterns that no longer serve us.
As our freedom grows, choice becomes easier.
PAUSE AND REFLECT
How much time do we spend lost in thought?
What might change if we paused before reacting?
Learning Not to Believe Every Thought
Becoming Less Reactive
Creating More Freedom to Choose
Benefits Here and Now
As we become more stable, our bandwidth grows. We may notice:
More energy.
A steadier mood.
Less impulsive reactions.
Greater patience with ourselves and others.
PAUSE AND REFLECT
Where have we already noticed growth?
In what area of life would we most like to continue growing?
Look Ahead
As our freedom grows, we have more opportunities to look ahead to where we want to be.
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