Today I want to support those of you who find yourselves often in your head — overthinking, anxious, or on edge.

I’m Danielle, and I’m hopping on the Blue Heron blog to share a little support from my corner of the therapeutic world. I’m a hypnotherapist and somatic practitioner who helps (primarily) women move out of stress and into grounded calm — shifting from anxious thoughts and high cortisol to a more regulated, confident, and easeful state of being.

When you slow down and change your focus, you find stillness and space to breathe. Check out a few of our favorite meditations and other mindfulness resources.

A walking meditation is an especially great practice for those who feel stress and worry and have trouble shifting a negative state of mind to one that is positive. Your 20-minute meditative walk can be done anywhere.

Right now, we are in the best season to reflect on our health, conserve our energy, and build our strength. The stillness of nature calls us to bring our energy inward, be patient and introspective.

Mindfulness and meditation can be very potent for a balanced earth element. The practice of focusing clear thoughts so as to wash away mental worry is key for a higher quality of life. 

Mindfulness can benefit many areas of your daily life including physical and mental well-being, relationships and performance at work.