When the issues you're campaigning on are personal, it can be difficult to know when to pause. But rest isn't a sign of weakness - it's a vital part of long-term resilience. Here's a reminder that it's okay to step back and five simple ways to reconnect with yourself.

The 5 senses grounding technique.

Something that really stuck with me from a therapy session - creating a little grounding pouch to carry with you. A handful of small, familiar things that help you reconnect to your body and the present moment when life feels too much.