Reclaiming Calm in a Chaotic World

When the world feels like it’s spiralling, how do you stay centred?

Let’s be honest—these are not easy times. You only have to glance at the headlines to feel that mix of worry, frustration, and helplessness start to bubble up. War. Economic pressures. Immigration debates. Constant noise. It’s no wonder so many of us feel tense, anxious, or just plain exhausted.

And yet, in the middle of all this noise, there is something you can control: how you respond to it.

That’s not to suggest you should block it all out or pretend it’s not happening. You care. You feel. But if it’s stealing your sleep, fuelling your fear, or making you feel powerless, it might be time to come back to centre.

🪷 Start with the breath

Try this simple exercise.
Close your eyes.
Take a deep breath in through your nose for a count of four…
Hold it for four…
Then exhale slowly for a count of six.
Repeat this for two minutes.

Notice how you feel. That quiet shift? That’s the space where calm begins.

🧠 Protect your attention like it's gold

Our minds weren’t designed for 24-hour breaking news.
It’s okay to:

• Limit how often you check the news.
• Unfollow social media accounts that drain you.
• Replace 15 minutes of scrolling with 15 minutes of journaling, reading, or simply being.

Attention is energy. Where’s yours going?

🧭 Come back to you

Ask yourself:

• What do I need today?
• What’s one thing I can control?
• Where can I create peace, even if just for a moment?

Even the act of asking these questions brings you back to yourself. And that’s powerful.

🌱 You’re not alone

I work with people every week who feel overwhelmed, uncertain, or just worn down. You are not broken. You are notweak. You are human. And there are gentle, practical ways to reclaim your calm, even in chaotic times.

If this speaks to you, and you’d like support in navigating it all—gently, honestly, and at your own pace—please reach out. You don’t have to carry it alone.

Jill x

P.S. If you’ve been feeling overstimulated and under-supported, let’s talk. Just reply to this email—I’m here to listen, not judge.