Do you ever find yourself mindlessly scrolling on your phone or snacking when you're stressed, only to feel worse afterward?

It’s so easy to turn to distractions instead of confronting uncomfortable feelings. But avoiding those emotions can actually add to your stress and keep you feeling overwhelmed for longer. This episode reveals the hidden cost of these behaviors—known as "buffering"—and how to break free.

In this episode, you will learn: 

1. How to recognize buffering behaviors and understand why they happen.
2. Practical techniques for feeling your emotions instead of avoiding them, so you can reduce stress and increase emotional resilience.
3. Easy, actionable tips for transforming unhelpful habits into empowering choices that add calm and ease to your life.
   
   

Press play to uncover why buffering keeps you feeling stuck and learn simple ways to face your emotions, one small step at a time.


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