Creative Self Care With Crystal McLain

Paralysis to Power: Nervous System Regulation for Resistance

Send us a textWe name the paralysis many feel in the face of systemic harm and show how shutdown is a nervous system response, not a personal flaw. We share simple practices to move from freeze to small, collective actions that matter over time.• dorsal vagal freeze explained and normalized• how systems profit from burnout and paralysis• why regulation enables collective action• four-step shift: name, move, connect, act• examples of small, coordinated actions• rest and creativity as strategy for resilience• community support through The UprisingIf you appreciate this content, would like to support my work, consider joining my community, The Uprising. To learn more about this and other services, visit my website, crystalmacleancreative.comRight now, membership to The Uprising is pay what you can. If you can't afford it, just message me and I'll get you access for free.Go directly to PatreonSupport the showDisclaimer

Why You Ghost Your Own Growth- And How to Finally Stop

Send us a textWe explore why motivation surges and crashes, why consistency feels impossible, and how shame turns growth into a threat. We share a practical reframe: create safety around noticing, show up without promising follow-through, and build momentum through truth-telling and regulation.Join The Uprising on PatreonSupport the showDisclaimer

You're Not Broken, You're Burnt Out

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Simple Steps For Building Resilience

Send us a textIf you're finding your resilience is being quickly whittled down, leaving you feeling exhausted, hopeless and overwhelmed, this post is designed to help you understand how resilience works, and offer you simple, effective tools to start building your power back. You may also like: The Biggest Sleep Secret? Reclaim Your Right to RestThe Power of Belonging: Building Community in Divided & Uncertain TimesDon't forget your Patreon Perk!Support the showDisclaimer

The Power of Belonging: Building Community in Divided & Uncertain Times

Send us a textIn times when it feels like everything is designed to keep us divided, how do we create meaningful connections? Where do we find our people? And most importantly, how do we build communities where everyone can show up authentically?My latest post, "The Revolution of Belonging: Building Community in Divided Times" tackles these questions head-on. PATREON BONUS CONTENTSupport the showDisclaimer