The phrase tired but wired is a paradox. When we were kids, resting when we were tired was simple. As adults, the way we experience stress can make energy management more complicated. You may be feeling physically exhausted, and feeling restless. You may be fatigued, and unable to fall asleep quickly. You may scroll your phone to get a break, but find that you don’t feel relaxed while scrolling.

If attending shows is a major part of your life, you may be lost trying to find the right therapist. You want to find someone who “gets it” without having to explain why attending shows is so important to you, but realize that “raver” likely won’t appear in a therapist’s bio. You may be afraid of judgement from professionals who might see ravers as partiers and drug users. Ultimately, you want to find a therapist who you can really trust, since being vulnerable and open in therapy is crucial for the healing process.

Being outside is the nervous system regulation hack you may be searching for.

“Rather than feel impotent and useless, you must come to terms with the fact that as a human being you are infinitely powerful, and take responsibility for this tremendous power.”

Animals don't need distractions to feel better.

Mindfulness lights the path from impulsiveness to flow.