From Chaos to Calm: Reclaiming Your Mind in the Age of Overwhelm

Chaos, Destruction, and War

These seem to be the main topics swirling around the media right now. And honestly, how on earth do we separate ourselves from it all? It’s mentally and physically exhausting — constant negative news, endless reports, self-diagnoses, and people (like me!) with no formal training other than life experience, weighing in on it all.

But hey, free speech is (just about) still alive. We should use it while we can. Let the internet do its thing, spreading the gospel of freedom of speech — never to be silenced by any elite controlling force.

Feeling the Weight of the World

I’ll be real: I’ve been struggling to process all the terrible things happening in the world. Wars, murders, politics, homelessness, propaganda spreading like wildfire… it’s overwhelming.

Last week, I actually cried twice as soon as I woke up. I was overstimulated and exhausted. That’s when I decided enough was enough. No more wallowing in my pity party. Time to take action.

So, I limited my social media, switched off the news, and stopped joining conversations I had no business being in.

Step One: Finding Peace

I’ve always loved reading, so I ordered a book from my never-ending Amazon wishlist. The one that called out to me was Defining the Decade, a guide to getting your life together in your 20s. Now, I did think to myself, “Maybe I should have read this earlier, considering I’m nearly 29…” but hey — the reviews say it’s for twenty-somethings, so technically, I still qualify.

I’m only on page five, but it’s already helped. Instead of lying in bed doom-scrolling, I’ve been reading. Sure, I barely manage a couple of pages before I pass out, but I still count that as a win.

Step Two: Move Your Body

The second thing I knew I had to change was exercise. Physical movement makes a huge difference to my mental health. When I push myself physically, my mood skyrockets.

Back when I was 17 or 18, I was obsessed with weightlifting. I was that annoying fitness person who only talked about calories, reps, and gains. I’m no longer that person, but my muscles haven’t forgotten — and it doesn’t take long to bounce back.

Recently, I finished setting up a home gym. At first, PMS made me hesitate, but once I hit ovulation (hello motivation and energy boost!), I jumped back in. Big heavy sets, deadlifts, squats, clean and jerks… maybe I went a little too hard, too fast. My endorphins took over, and my ADHD-style excitement pushed me past my limits.

The result? I couldn’t walk properly for days. Stairs became a 10-minute ordeal, and sitting on the toilet required careful planning and both hands for support. Still — my mind feels so much clearer, and that’s worth every ache. At least now I’m moaning about sore legs instead of politics, immigration, or global chaos.

My Real Message

If you’re feeling crushed by the weight of the world, here’s my advice: turn off, shut down, and distract yourself.

Some people say ignorance is bliss. But seriously — if you’re not actively working to solve the world’s problems, why let them consume you? Stressing about things you can’t change is just wasted energy.

A clear, healthy mind is what sparks meaningful change anyway.

Half a Week of Progress

I know — half a week isn’t life-changing. But it’s a start, a step in the right direction.

And here’s the science-y bit: dopamine (our happy hormone) actually is linked to all the misery caused by negative media. The human brain is wired to seek out danger and drama — it’s part of our survival instinct. That’s why we’re drawn to horror movies, true crime, and doomscrolling.

Media companies know this. That’s why social media apps are designed like slot machines — fast hits, short shocks, instant addiction. No wonder we can’t stop scrolling.

Final Thoughts

These are just my reflections, but I think they’re worth sharing. The internet gives us voices we never would have heard otherwise. Sometimes that’s good. Sometimes… not so much.

But if you’re feeling overstimulated and weighed down by the chaos of the world, here’s my message to you:

✨ Be kind to yourself.✨ Recognise your toxic, energy-draining habits.✨ Re-evaluate what’s working and what’s not.✨ Create new, healthy habits that lift you up.

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Because at the end of the day, it’s not about ignoring the world. It’s about protecting your mind, your peace, and you’re freedom.