Stress and Anxiety in the Winter Season: Understanding and Calming Our Responses

This article explores the biological basis of anxiety and stress, focusing on the fight, flight, and freeze responses rooted in our autonomic nervous system. It explains how modern-day stressors, especially during the holiday season, can trigger these reactions and offers practical strategies to manage them. Tips include creating sensory-safe spaces, practicing grounding techniques, and maintaining routines to reduce overwhelm.