What “unsettled” actually feels like in your body Instead of asking “Why am I not calm?”, I want to invite a gentler question today: How does unsettled show up for me? For some people it’s tension in the chest or jaw. For others it’s exhaustion, numbness, or irritability. For some it’s constant thinking or difficulty resting. There is no correct answer here. We’re not trying to label or fix anything. We’re simply learning how your nervous system expresses itself. If you feel able, take a moment and notice: Where do you feel it most? Is it constant or does it come and go? Does it change depending on who you’re with or what you’re doing? You don’t need to post details unless you want to. Even noticing privately is enough. Awareness without pressure is regulation.

You don’t always have to be strong. You don’t always have to hold everyone else together. You don’t always have to explain why you're hurting. You’re allowed to want: 🕊 peace 🌿 steadiness 💛 emotional safety 🏡 a calm home 💬 honest communication And you’re allowed to protect those needs without guilt. Wanting peace is not weakness. It is self-respect 🌟

Strength isn’t: 🚫 pretending you’re fine 🚫 suppressing emotions 🚫 forcing detachment True resilience looks like: 💛 telling yourself the truth 🌿 pausing when overwhelmed 🧘‍♀️ calming your body ✨ choosing what’s healthy 🫶 being kind to yourself when you wobble Healing doesn’t require perfection. Only presence. Today, remind yourself: “I don’t abandon myself anymore.” You’re doing beautifully 🌻

Slow down your breathing today. Inhale for 4… exhale for 6. Long exhales tell your body you’re safe 🤍