275. It's a Scary Situation, I’m Not Okay - But Here's What I'm Doing

Right now, my husband is stuck in India during a time of political unrest. I’m navigating real fear, emotional exhaustion, and nervous system overload. I’m scared. I’m tired. And I’m trying to regulate my nervous system while living in the middle of this fear.This episode is not pre-planned or polished—it’s real. I’m bringing you inside what I’m experiencing right now and walking you through exactly how I’m supporting my nervous system during this incredibly stressful time.I’ll share the tools I’m using in real-time (like breathwork, EFT, and co-regulation), how I’m protecting myself from burnout, and why I’m choosing to regulate even when the fear is valid. I’ll also break down the let-down effect—what happens to your body when the stress ends but the crash begins—and how I’m working to prevent it.This isn’t about bypassing. This is about nervous system healing in real life.In this episode, I share:What’s happening in my life and why my nervous system is in overdriveHow I’m regulating in real-time (not just teaching—living it)The exact tools I’m using to stay groundedWhy nervous system care matters even when the fear is validWhat the let-down effect is and how to protect yourself from the crashA reminder that simple acts—like water, sunlight, and warm food—are regulation✨✨ Ready To Rise Fam! ✨✨Nervous System Reset Free Masterclass: www.helloaudreyrose.com/reset 💻 Watch This Episode on YouTube:Catch all the behind-the-scenes bloopers and unedited moments over on YouTube! Subscribe Here💖 Join the RISE Sisterhood:Ready to ditch perfectionism and embrace the messy, beautiful journey of growth? The RISE Sisterhood is a supportive virtual community where we host monthly workshops, live Q&A calls, and transformative experiences like breathwork, sound baths, and journaling sessions. It’s a space to let your hair down and connect with women who truly understand you.💌 Learn more: helloaudreyrose.com/sisterhood📲 DM "SISTERHOOD" to @helloaudreyrose on IG📩 Weekly Newsletter:Want even more inspiration? Join the Ready to Rise weekly newsletter, packed with tips, tools, and motivation. Click Hereto Sign Up📱 Let’s Connect on Instagram:Follow me at @helloaudreyrose for daily inspiration and updates!🥳 Love the Podcast? Let Me Know!If this podcast resonates with you, I’d be SO grateful if you could take 30 seconds to leave a written review! It helps the show become more searchable and impacts more women like you.Here’s how:1️⃣ Click the three dots (menu)2️⃣ Select “Go To Show”3️⃣ Scroll down and tap “Write a Review”Be sure to tag me on Instagram @helloaudreyrose with a picture of your review—I’d love to personally thank you and enter you in a giveaway!