Feeling Overwhelmed? Small steps can make a big difference
Dear CoCreator,
Did you know that 41% of parents report feeling so stressed they cannot function most days? If you're part of that number know that you’re not alone. It’s no secret that managing stress can feel impossible. But what if stress didn’t have to be a barrier?
At Walden Wise, we’re here to shift your understanding of stress—from a constant, overwhelming pressure to a powerful force that, when balanced, can actually support you and the kids in your life.
Step 1: Know Your Stress Level
Learning to identify your current stress level, moment by moment, is the first step to finding relief. Imagine having a tool to check in on your stress, quickly and clearly. Enter the U Curve.
This simple yet transformative map lets you identify when you’re in the “just right” spot, called Eustress—a positive, motivating form of stress. And when things tip too far into overwhelm, it guides you back.
So, do you know when you’re in “too much” stress? And do you have tools to find your way back to balance?
Try These 4 Tools to Get Back to Balance
We’ve put together 4 simple tools to help you—and the kids you care about—navigate stress. Here’s a quick preview:
Notice and validate feelings to bring calm.
Shift focus from the distant future to the present.
Watch for cycles of negativity and recognize when you’re sliding toward overwhelm.
Model calm in stressful moments, helping kids feel secure.
Curious to see how each of these tools can make a difference in your daily life? Click below to explore the U Curve and learn how these tools can help you find your way back to just right.
Stress doesn’t have to hold you back. With a bit of self-awareness and some powerful tools, you can turn it into an ally.
We’re here with you, step by step.
Warmly,
The Walden Wise Team