“Reframing mistakes and potential threats as learning opportunities wires the brain to possibility thinking, rather than training it to ruminate in negative thinking cycles.”
3. HOW STRESS AND ANXIETY IMPACT THE BRAIN
Stress isn’t a character flaw; it’s biology. However, when mothers understand how stress works, they can begin to heal. + Brain Breaks: Simple, three- to five-minute intentional moments of disconnection can help reset the nervous system throughout the day. + Stress and the Brain: Chronic stress and anxiety don’t just feel bad; they change how the brain works. The good news is that these changes can be reversed with small, mindful shifts. + Why Doing What Matters … Matters: When mothers engage in meaningful activities, even just one small thing. it sparks dopamine, the brain’s natural reward system. This is the brain’s way of saying, “This feels right.” + Possibility Thinking: Focusing on what’s possible rewires the brain and opens new paths forward, helping mothers calm their stress response and unlock their brain’s most creative and flexible thinking.
JENNIFER ZIENTZ, MS, CCC-SLP, Director of Programs and Head of Clinical Services at the Center for BrainHealth
2. UNDERSTANDING WHY LESS IS MORE FOR THE BRAIN
When the brain is overloaded, it’s common to disconnect from oneself, others, and what matters. + Giving the Brain Room to Breathe: Fewer distractions create space for clarity, calm, and deeper focus. + The Brain-Drain of Multitasking: What may seem productive is, in fact, slowing down the brain. + Information Overload: It’s okay to pause. Recognizing when the brain has had enough is a powerful form of self-care.
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