Isn't it wild how those tiny routines become lifelines without us even realizing? Your yoga instructor nailed it, I've had moments like that too. For me, it's always brewing a specific tea in the same chipped mug when I'm overwhelmed, something about the ritual grounds me when my brain is spinning. I never consciously decided it was an anchor, but looking back, it's totally a comfort-seeking behavior during chaos. The smell, the warmth, the familiar weight of the mug, it all signals to my nervous system that things are okay, or at least manageable. It's fascinating how our minds cling to these micro-habits for stability.