The mechanism of stress is that we get worked up over something so our sympathetic nervous system revs everything up. We need our heart pumping fast to keep our blood pressure up so that we've got good circulation and we can get away from the danger.

Cynthia Ackrill

It's really nice to have validation that somebody believes the same thing you believe, but if it's not a constructive conversation, you need to tell yourself to let go of this right now.

Cynthia Ackrill

Think about what really works for you and know that when times are tough, you have to practice those tools more.

Cynthia Ackrill

We shouldn't discount our ability to have a role in our well-being.

Cynthia Ackrill

If the worry is intrusive beyond the stressor, that's anxiety, if the sadness is a mood that you can't shift beyond the situation, that's depression.

Cynthia Ackrill

Self-compassion and giving compassion don't make us more vulnerable, they make us stronger, so when you're feeling heightened emotions such as anxiety, or even anger about someone's risky behavior, calm yourself, and have some compassion for yourself and that other person.

Cynthia Ackrill

It's OK to not feel OK and to not know what to do about it, but do know there are resources out there.

Cynthia Ackrill