2 Things to Do Today: Healing Without the Hustle by Ben Gustafson

You don’t need to do more to feel better; you just need to adopt practices you can actually sustain.

Overwhelmed by wellness advice? Burned out on self-improvement? Many people want to feel better but don’t have the time, energy, or capacity for another ambitious plan.

You can settle your nervous system and feel better in your body with just two practices: one breath to help calm the nervous system, and one small action that supports your body through movement, nourishment, rest, or awareness.

Grounded in current neuroscience, functional breathing, and years of client work, 2 Things to Do Today offers practical ways to reduce stress, improve body awareness, and create moments of stability even when motivation is low and life feels heavy. Whether you are just beginning your journey or have tried other approaches, 2 Things to Do Today provides a clear, compassionate entry point—one breath, one action, taken today.

Inside this book

• Learn how to calm your nervous system through functional breathing.
• Discover small daily actions that support movement, nourishment, rest, and awareness.
• Build sustainable habits without relying on motivation.
• Understand the science behind stress regulation and behaviour change.
• Create lasting wellbeing through practical, compassionate routines.

About the Author

Ben Gustafson is the founder of Lift to Rise Fitness and a certified personal trainer, nutrition coach, professionally trained chef, breathwork facilitator, and certified counsellor specializing in behavioural change. Through his own experiences with addiction recovery, divorce, and burnout, Ben developed a compassionate approach to wellness that focuses on sustainable practices rather than quick fixes.