In a world full of Triggers
we focus on the opposite...
GLIMMERS
What is a Glimmer you ask?
It's a moment of joy and safety in your day!
Our autonomic nervous system can be in overdrive with all the stimulation from our daily lives, let alone the current state of the world. Rather than being another source on the internet with lists of triggers, we’re here to provide Glimmers.
The site is a daily reminder to connect to safe, joyful, and appreciated thoughts. When we can remember a feeling of joy and safety, it is easier to return to it. Remembering Glimmers in the present moment can be a practice to help your sympathetic nervous system drop out of fight or flight mode more smoothly.
Check Out Some of the Latest Glimmers
Microscopic Works of Art
The intricate patterns of a snowflake, the complex structure of a cell, the hidden world that exists beyond our sight. The unseen is vast, fascinating, and awe-inspiring.
Otterly Adorable
Watching the pair of otters, clearly planning out the next adventure or mischief. They can dance through the water and spin in each other’s hands. Paw in paw they float on and drift in the rise and fall of the waves. Look how they know it’s safe, hand-in-hand. I am
My bubbles!
Watching the fish swim around in the water is enthralling. Movement is so different in water than on land. The fish tank is nicely set up for the residents to have a good life. Water, light, food, and a micro world in front of you. It’s pretty cool to see
Poppy Fields
All around are waiving black-eyed poppies. Joyful red blooms wave and bounce into each other. Green leaves quiver in the wind and dance on their stalks. Waking up in Oz or near Flander’s Fields must have been like this. The vision in front of you transports you to a place
Raise a Glass
The drinking vessel in your hand is comforting. When you drink out of it- there is a comfort to the action. Is it glass, ceramic, plastic, wood? Is it heavy, hefty, light? What it is- is a small positive to an everyday task.
Build Your Practice Of Sitting In a Glimmer
Research in positive psychology shows that consistent exposure to uplifting content can rewire your brain to focus on the good, improving emotional resilience and overall well-being.
Daily positive thoughts trigger the release of feel-good chemicals like dopamine and serotonin, reducing stress and enhancing your ability to handle challenges. Over time, this habit not only boosts your mood but also sharpens your focus, strengthens relationships, and increases productivity.
By starting your day with a Glimmer, you’re investing in a proven method to cultivate optimism and create a ripple effect of positivity in both your personal and professional life.