24th MEB Conference - Budapest, 24.04.2026

In March 2022, Jamais Cascio—author and global thinker—introduced the "BANI" model, an acronym that stands for Brittle, Anxious, Non-linear, and Incomprehensible. These terms capture the nature of today’s world, where changes are not only unexpected but often deeply disorienting. Such a reality has a profound impact on our mental and physical health. We are constantly told to "live an organized life, eat well, get enough sleep... and ... don’t stress..." However, the real question remains: what can we do to reduce stress immediately? There are many possible strategies. In this brief overview, we will focus on three simple and effective exercises.