How distress tolerance skills can help when life feels overwhelming

Calm | 19.12.2025 22:00
You know the moments that feel like too much, too fast — like the argument that stays with you long after it ends, the email that ruins your appetite, or the sudden panic when a plan unravels. In those situations, advice like “just breathe” or “stay positive” often falls flat. The emotions are too intense, and your nervous system is already in overdrive.