That voice in your head right now—the one telling you you’re not handling things well enough, that you should be stronger, that everyone else has …
Self-Compassion for Anxiety Relief: Treating Yourself with Kindness
The Power of Gratitude for Anxiety Relief: Practices and Exercises
I was sitting at my kitchen table last Tuesday morning, coffee getting cold, mind already spinning through my worry list for the day. You know …
Reducing Screen Time for Anxiety Relief: A Digital Detox Guide
I’ll never forget the moment I realized my phone was making my anxiety worse. I was lying in bed at 11 PM, heart racing, scrolling …
How to Create a Calming Environment for Anxiety Relief at Home
I’ll never forget the day I stood in my living room, heart racing, and realized my own home had become part of my anxiety problem. …
Creative Outlets for Anxiety Relief: Art, Music, and Writing
I’ll never forget the afternoon I sat on my bedroom floor, surrounded by cheap watercolors and a blank canvas, thinking “This is ridiculous. I’m 32 …
The Power of Nature: How Spending Time Outdoors Can Provide Anxiety Relief
I’ll never forget the morning I sat on my back porch, coffee in hand, watching Bailey (my rescue dog) chase butterflies through the garden. My …
Breathing Exercises for Anxiety Relief: Simple Techniques You Can Do Anywhere
I’ll never forget the first time a panic attack hit me in the middle of Target. My chest tightened, my vision narrowed, and I genuinely …
Mindfulness for Anxiety in Relationships: Staying Present Together
There’s a particular kind of loneliness that happens when anxiety crashes into a relationship like an uninvited guest. You’re sitting right next to your partner …
Recognizing the Signs of Anxiety in Adolescents: What to Look For
The high school parking lot was emptying out, but my friend Sarah’s 15-year-old daughter, Emma, sat frozen in the passenger seat. She’d called her mom …
Managing Social Anxiety During the Holidays: Finding Peace in the Season of Gathering
You know that feeling when your phone buzzes with yet another holiday party invitation, and instead of excitement, your stomach drops? I was scrolling through …