The Power to Choose Your Response - Part I

When we’re hurt or offended, if we can learn to pause just a bit to calm ourselves, our reasoning will kick in, allowing us to temper the intensity of our emotional responses.

Posts by ElaineElaine KlonickiNovember 20, 2025hurt, pause, feelings, triggers, spirituality, calm, disappointment, regret, reacting, responding, perspective, emotions, emotional regulationComment

The Benefits of Focused Breathing

Panic attacks involve uncomfortable symptoms like a pounding heart, sweating, trembling, and dizziness. Focused breathing can interrupt the cycle and restore calm.

Posts by ElaineElaine KlonickiDecember 30, 2020anxiety, panic attacks, distress, stress, breathing, meditation, relaxation exercises, mental health, therapy, emotional overload, calm, deep breathing, yoga, cycle of life, pain, divorce Comments

How to Calm Your Busy Mind

Tools like mindfulness and meditation can help lessen suffering by allowing you to handle everyday problems from a more centered place.

Finding Your Calm

Worry, stress, and anxiety are separate conditions. It can be helpful to discern which you are experiencing. Activities that distract your mind and calm your body can make you feel better.

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