Anxiety

Life can be very difficult, and many people struggle with stress, anxiety, and low mood at times. We might feel depressed after a divorce, or stressed about financial problems, or anxious before attending a job interview. We often cannot change our daily experiences, but we CAN learn to manage our emotions and choose how we respond to life’s challenges. Anxiety

Depression and anxiety often occur together Research studies show that anxiety and depression very often exist together. They can lead to a vicious cycle that perpetuates itself. If you have an anxiety disorder, you are 50% more likely to have also experienced depression as well. These rates are not surprising. When you consider how disheartening and exhausting it can be

Self-soothing forms part of an emotional regulation strategy aimed at regaining equilibrium after a distressing event or acute stress response. Before falling into a downward spiral of anxiety, here are some techniques to keep those anxiety ants at bay: Deep breaths Deep breathing can result in increased comfort and relaxation while lifting symptoms of anxiety. Fill the balloon Imagine filling

Learn about the different ways relationship anxiety manifests itself and how you can tell the difference between butterflies of love or butterflies of anxiety. Have you ever been so in love that you experience a flutter of butterflies in your stomach? Yes, this could be a sign of being in love, but often these butterflies may actually indicate anxiety.   Many