One the first steps to overcoming (still in progress) my anxiety was to figure out why I was so anxious in the first place. I have Generalized Anxiety Disorder (GAD), but that doesn’t mean that certain events, places, or things can’t worsen these feelings. There are so many triggers of anxiety and they vary from … Continue reading I for Identify Triggers, J for Journal
When I first met my therapist and she introduced the idea of hypnotherapy for mental clarity and peace, my mind went straight to “Get Out” and my eyes got huge. I’m not interested in visiting the Sunken Place or seeing that movie again. Ever. Scene from “Get Out”, The Guardian Thankfully there were no tea … Continue reading H for Hypnosis
It's been awhile! Time to jump back into the ABCs of anxiety relief. This one is a bit of fun... Gardening can be good for the soul, but it's actually been shown to reduce anxiety as well. I don't mean clearing out a section of your yard and planting an wide assortment of vegetables and … Continue reading G for Gardening
I often find myself saying aloud how much I hate adulting. That I wish I’d known what it entailed back when I was wishing so hard to be an adult. It feels like different things are always pulling us in opposite directions and there is not enough sleep in the world to ever feel rested. … Continue reading Change
I’m continuing my ABC’s of anxiety help with faith. Such a simple word to describe something different to everyone. I personally have found a lot of comfort believing that God has greater plans for me than I can even imagine. That He has promised me many things in this life. All He asks in return … Continue reading F for Faith
It just made sense to me to have these together. The common theme is that focusing on making healthy choices can greatly lower anxiety and stress. Diet meaning the foods we eat, not starting a diet to lose weight. And exercise meaning how we get our body moving and heart rate up but, again, not … Continue reading D for Diet, E for Exercise
With all of the complexities of 2020 and carrying twins, all I wanted was a little simplicity in my life. Ya know? Lately I find myself wanting to sing the first verse of Lauryn Hill’s Ex-Factor to people that seem intent on making things difficult. “It could all be so simple, but you’d rather make … Continue reading It could all be so simple…
I think we may finally be at the point of not seeing CBD as taboo, or as some sort of dangerous drug. Whether it’s for pain or stress, insomnia or anxiety, there is clear evidence of CBD’s effectiveness. Cannabidiol (CBD) is the second most prevalent component in marijuana (Harvard Med - link below) but is … Continue reading C for CBD Oil
When my Apple Watch tells me to breathe, I always hit snooze or ignore it. Who has time to breathe these days?! If I take a whole minute for deep breathing, that’s one less minute I can use to worry about my life. apple.com As crazy as it sounds, that’s pretty much what happens. In … Continue reading B for Breathing
I was trying to think of a series to dive into the many options for anxiety treatment and was inspired by a fellow blogger, Calm Wildness, to consider the ABC’s of coping with anxiety. Let’s kick it off with acupuncture. While I’ve never tried it, I’ve known many people who have received these treatments for … Continue reading A for Acupuncture
