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If you have ever spent a night tossing and turning, you know that the harder you try to fall asleep, the more wide awake you feel. Chronic insomnia is often maintained by a "vicious cycle": poor sleep initiates worry about not sleeping, which in turn elevates your brain's arousal levels and leads to further poor sleep. Instead of fighting for sleep, ACT-I teaches you how to "do nothing" and let sleep come to you naturally.
Have you ever felt like you experience the world slightly differently? You might even have wondered if you were from another planet. Discover neurodivergence, what neuro-affirming care looks like, and why your self-discovery journey deserves immense compassion.
We are often our own harshest critics. When we make a mistake or don’t meet certain expectations, we might label ourselves "stupid," "incompetent," or "a failure." However, if a friend makes a mistake, we offer a hug or a supportive word.
We all have moments where our minds feel cluttered or overwhelming. Thoughts have a way of consuming our attention, particularly when they are upsetting. When this happens, you might feel "fused" with your thoughts—stuck inside them and unable to focus on anything else.