Posts tagged anxiety
The Fallacy of Busy: Why Being Busy Doesn't Equal Being Worthy

In today's fast-paced world, the culture of busyness has become a ubiquitous phenomenon. It seems like everyone is constantly on the move, juggling multiple tasks, and perpetually racing against the clock. In this hustle and bustle, there's a dangerous misconception that being busy equates to being worthy. However, upon closer examination, it becomes evident that this equation is deeply flawed and often leads to detrimental consequences.

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Navigating the Turbulence: Overcoming Travel Anxiety

Summer is almost here, and that means summer travel! Embarking on a journey is often depicted as an exhilarating adventure filled with excitement and discovery. Yet, for many, the mere thought of traveling can trigger a whirlwind of anxiety. From the anticipation of the unknown to the fear of unexpected mishaps, travel anxiety can cast a shadow over what should be a thrilling experience.

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Feeling anxious? Here's why

Anxiety is a normal human emotion, but excess anxiety can disrupt everyday life.

Not all anxiety is the same both in how it presents (i.e., the symptoms people have) and the factors that contribute to it. When someone comes to a professional with an issue, they are looking for a solution. When it comes to many health issues, there is not one single fix. Saying that you have depression, anxiety, fatigue, or pain really tells us nothing about the solution because the causal and contributing factors are complex and overlapping.

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Managing the Anxiety Around COVID-19 (Coronavirus)

We are all surrounded by an inundated with information about COVID-19 also known as the coronavirus. There is a collective anxiety about what to do and what will happen.

Anxiety develops from fear and a perceived lack of control. Anxiety is designed to get our body and mind to pay attention when a threat is perceived. One way to handle the anxiety when it comes up is to thank it for doing its job, because indeed you are paying attention! And then, tell the anxiety that you are choosing to perceive the situation differently.

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