Living With an Anxiety Disorder Anxiety disorders are prevalent today. Generalized anxiety disorder, social phobias, and performance fears are on the rise, at least in part because we face a rapidly changing,…
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Unmasking Myths About Anxiety Disorders
An anxiety disorder is described as a disproportionate response to a circumstance or problem. The hallmarks of an anxiety disorder are prolonged, excessive, and obsessive thoughts leading to physical symptoms. When an…
Your Life Experiences May Have Contributed to Health Anxiety
Core beliefs are deeply ingrained beliefs we hold about ourselves, others, the future, and the world. They develop early in life through significant experiences. Core beliefs play a powerful role in how…
The 3-Word Remedy for Anxiety
Anxiety often lurks in our minds, weaving its tendrils into our thoughts and emotions. It’s a persistent companion, whispering doubts, fears, and uncertainties. Yet, amidst this mental maze, lies a powerful tool—the…
The Single Most Important Mindset to Conquering Anxiety
Chess is best played calm. Source: DALL-E 2024 Ancient Roman stoic philosopher Seneca said, “We suffer more in imagination than in reality.” While he died in 65 AD, his words could not…
18 Strategies to Ease Social Anxiety
Alexandra Gorn/Pexels Many people experience some level of pre-social apprehension, but for some, the idea of a social gathering, presentation, or romantic date brings up dread and panic. If you’re someone who…
Zooming Out Can Ease Anxiety and Depression
Source: Alexei Scutari/Unsplash For the past four weeks, I was in a low-grade depression, up until this past Tuesday. I’m out on the other side now. Hallelujah. During that time, I did…
Unleashing the Power of Hypnosis to Overcome Anxiety
For those who struggle with anxiety, finding effective coping techniques can be life-changing. While therapies like cognitive behavioral therapy are widely used, for many, traditional treatment methods like therapy and medication don’t…
How Anxiety Harms Creativity (And What to Do About It)
Source: 3935302 / Pixabay Artists, writers, and other creative people are some of our most sensitive people. Their sensitivity to our world helps them do their creative work. However, being highly sensitive…
Anxiety Is Not Your Enemy
Anxiety is a challenge that many of us face, but anxiety might not be the enemy we think it is. Source: Joice Kelly / Unsplash In American society, anxiety is rampant. In…