The Bruno Journal
For the mind at 3am.
Plain-English, evidence-based writing about anxiety, depression, overthinking, sleep, and the small tools — drawn from Cognitive Behavioral Therapy — that actually move the needle.
- Self-check·3 min read
Free Mental Health Self-Check (2 Minutes, No Login)
A short, gentle self-check to help you see where your mind is right now — and what kind of support might actually help.
Read article - CBT·8 min read
10 Cognitive Distortions That Are Wrecking Your Mood
Your brain runs a handful of predictable thought-glitches. Learn to spot them and you take back the steering wheel.
Read article - Depression·6 min read
How to Deal With a Depressive Episode: A Gentle, Step-by-Step Guide
You don't have to feel better to do better. Here's a small, kind plan for the days when getting out of bed feels like a victory.
Read article - Anxiety·5 min read
Why You Feel Anxious for No Reason — and How to Calm Down Fast
Sometimes anxiety shows up without a story attached. Here's what's actually happening in your body, and three things you can do in the next two minutes.
Read article - Sleep·6 min read
How to Stop Overthinking at Night (The Science, and What to Do Tonight)
It's 2am. Your body is exhausted but your brain is replaying that conversation from six years ago. Here's why your mind does this — and a CBT-based plan you can use tonight.
Read article - Anxiety·7 min read
How to Reduce Anxiety: 7 CBT Techniques That Actually Work
Anxiety doesn't need to run your day. Here are seven cognitive-behavioral techniques you can use the next time your chest tightens — backed by decades of research, written in plain English.
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