Wellness Tip:

Name It To Tame It

It’s not easy to deal with strong feelings like anger, anxiety, or frustration. Most of us try to ignore them, push them down, or bottle them up—but that usually makes things worse in the long run.

Instead, try a simple hack known as “name it to tame it.” The phrase comes from psychiatrist Dr. Dan Siegel, who found that when we put our feelings into words, the emotional part of the brain (the amygdala) simmers down and the thinking part (the prefrontal cortex) kicks in. 

In other words, labeling your emotion (“I’m angry,” “I feel nervous,” “I’m disappointed”) helps you get a bit of distance from it and regain control.

Next time a big feeling hits, pause and name it out loud or jot it down. You might be surprised how quickly the intensity softens once it’s been seen and acknowledged.

Routine Breakdown

Lynda Wilkes-Green, Founder of Ahlya

How a Female Founder Uses Structure To Protect Her Energy

“This routine keeps me grounded, focused, and proactive,” says Lynda Wilkes-Green, a solo female founder building an AI-powered women’s wellness app whilst also working full-time. “I rely on structure to protect my energy and make each day purposeful.”

The Routine:

• Wakes at 6:00am. “I like to start my day early, before the emails and distractions set in. Waking at 6 gives me quiet time that feels like it belongs only to me, and helps ensure I take some time for myself every day.”
• Hydrate and caffeinate. “I drink a large glass of water, then make a coffee while setting my intention for the day. These rituals ground me physically and mentally.”
• Gratitude journaling. “I spend 10 to 15 minutes writing what I’m grateful for, what I’m looking forward to, and what would make the day great. It helps me shift from overwhelm to abundance.”
• Exercises for 60 mins. “Movement is non-negotiable. Whether it’s a run, Pilates, or strength training, it clears my mind and helps me connect to my body.”
• Listens to Mimi Bouchard activations while getting ready. “I love layering in personal growth during routine moments. Mimi’s mindset activations help me think bigger and stay intentional.”
• Checks in with her app, Ahlya. “I check where I am in my cycle using my cycle-syncing app, Ahlya, and align my to-do list accordingly. Some days are for pitching, others are better for deep work, and knowing the difference helps me plan and work smarter.”

Why it works:

• Rising early allows Lynda to carry out her grounding morning routine while still getting to work on time.
• Intentions can be a powerful way to keep our actions aligned with our life purpose and priorities. And of course, a little coffee-making ritual can go a long way to setting up a mindful morning.
• Gratitude journaling is well backed by science. It may just be the mindset shift you’re looking for.
• You can’t go wrong with morning exercise if you want a big boost in health, energy, mood, and focus. 
• Mindset activations like Mimi Bouchard’s aren’t yet backed by hard data, but they draw on the same principles as affirmations and visualizations, which research shows can prime the brain to focus on goals and stay proactive.
• Cycle syncing isn’t one-size-fits-all, but many women find that planning tasks around hormonal phases can support energy, productivity, and overall well-being.

If there’s one key to Lynda’s routine, it’s intention. That’s often the difference between a day that feels busy and one that feels purposeful. What’s one way you could bring a little more intention into your mornings?