Caring Deeply in an Overstimulating World pt. 2

Written by T. McClure and Karen Brown, LCMHC

When life feels too big and too demanding, it's common to feel small or powerless. One of the most effective ways to reclaim your agency is through alignment. Alignment is acting in ways that truly reflect your values, your strengths, and your available energy. You don't always have to do everything asked of you or respond to every challenge that comes your way.

Here are some ways to contribute to the world around you and stay engaged without feeling overwhelmed:

• Share helpful, accurate information with those around you

• Be present in meaningful conversations

• Support causes, organizations or initiatives that resonate with you

• Contribute time, skills, or resources in ways that feel manageable

• Engage with your community on your own terms

It is possible to hold awareness for others and still care for yourself. It is possible to care deeply without carrying everything, and it is possible to remain engaged without becoming consumed. You are allowed to move at a more gentle pace, to honor your limits, and to practice being compassionate to yourself.

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