Let’s be real — stress is like that one friend who shows up uninvited, eats all your snacks, and then criticizes your life choices.
Only difference? You can’t block stress on social media.

It can make your heart race over nothing, convince you that every text message without an emoji means someone’s mad at you, and have you lying awake at 3 AM replaying that one awkward thing you said in 2009.

And this is normal — your brain is designed to keep you safe, so what if it likes to keep you safer than other people’s brains?

Here’s the thing:
You’re not broken.
Your brain just sometimes has its volume knob stuck on “11.”

And while there’s no single fix for mental strain (spoiler alert: if there was, we’d all be using it), there are ways to help turn the volume down a notch or two:

• Breathing exercises – Inhale like you’re smelling fresh flowers, exhale like you’re on the first drop of a roller coaster. (Bonus if you throw your hands up — just maybe not in public.)

• Movement – A walk, a stretch, or a 2-minute dance party in your kitchen. (Bonus points if your pet thinks you’ve lost it.)

• Connection – Talk to someone you trust. Text a friend. Or send a meme so weird it requires explanation.

Of course, for some folks, hemp can be a gentle part of the toolkit — helping smooth the edges and make that “inner critic” sound more like a background character.

If you’re having a rough time, please remember:
It’s not weakness to get help. It’s strength. And while humor can’t solve everything, it can make the hard stuff a little lighter to carry.

And if you need a quiet moment to reset? We’ve got some very chill options that won’t judge you for binge-watching six episodes of your comfort show.

Here’s to feeling a little lighter — inside and out.

Disclaimer: The photo for this blog may cause uncontrollable laughter. If you find yourself wheezing like the guy on the roller coaster, please remember — that’s the point. Laughter is also good for the soul.