Anxiety can keep us from being happy.
A small amount of anxiety can be useful. But disproportionate anxiety causes fear, apprehension, worry and nervousness that can hold us back and even make our lives a living nightmare.
The posts in this category focus on understanding and dealing with multiple facets of anxiety to help us live calmer and happier lives.
Anxiety is a condition triggered primarily by some form of stress. Almost everyone experiences feelings of anxiety from time to time, but some people experience it on a long-term basis. Doctors refer to chronic anxiety as anxiety disorder, a common mental disorder that affects over 40 million US adults aged 18 or older each year. Symptoms include nervousness, a … Read more
Life has become uncertain and even frightening during 2020. Many of us are concerned about different events that are happening in our country and around the world. You may be concerned how these events will affect you and your family. Instead of experiencing happiness, you may find yourself more worried than usual. It’s natural to sometimes experience … Read more
Have you ever felt so uncomfortable at a party that you ended up leaving without even saying goodbye? Or perhaps the mere thought of being in a social context is enough to make you feel restless and agitated. How many times have you made up all sorts of excuses just to avoid hanging out with … Read more
Did you know that coloring can be an effective therapy to reduce stress and anxiety? Coloring is considered a healthy pastime, not just among kids, but also adults. Experts claim that it can significantly help people with anxiety to stay calm and maintain their composure. It works just like meditation, making it easier for them … Read more
Sometimes anxiety can feel like an untamable monster that won’t go away. And yet, you have the power to conquer that frightful beast with the right weapon. There are multiple ways to combat anxiety… such as exercise, lifestyle changes, or diet. Today, however, we are going to talk about one of the mightier weapons: mindfulness. … Read more
Many of us face normal fears and worries on a day-to-day basis. But when your worries interfere with your everyday life, it could be something more than just normal stress. Furthermore, if you’ve lived through a traumatic event and find yourself struggling to cope, you might be suffering from post-traumatic stress disorder, or PTSD. PTSD … Read more
If you live with anxiety, you likely want to do whatever you can to relieve it. For example, maybe you’ve considered using a service dog for anxiety. Dogs have long been used as service animals for people with disabilities. They can also serve those with mental health conditions like anxiety. But what qualifies as a … Read more
Is persistent fear, phobia, or anxiety keeping you from enjoying life and nothing seems to help? You’re not alone. Based on statistics reported by the Anxiety and Depression Association of America, millions of Americans are living with one or more of these conditions. Anxiety is marked by persistent and excessive fears and worries. This may … Read more
Anxiety can impact every aspect of your life. For many people, it can even make it hard to fall asleep at night. Research shows that many people with anxiety also have sleep problems. And unfortunately, it can be even harder to take care of your mental health with the added layer of poor sleep. If you … Read more
Have you ever heard a cell phone ringing in a crowded or congested room, and you felt something uncomfortable down in the pit of your stomach? You were praying that it wasn’t your cell phone that was ringing… and once you realized it wasn’t your phone, you were instantly relieved. What about those times when … Read more