A sudden sensation of dread stops you in your tracks. Your heart races even though you’re standing still. Your breathing quickens. You may feel like you’re losing control or experiencing a medical emergency. The terror is all-encompassing. Panic attacks come on suddenly. While they are frightening, they are not life-threatening, and some techniques can help […]
Digital Detox Guide: Protecting Your Mental Health From Social Media Overload
Between constant notifications, doomscrolling, and the pressure to stay plugged in, social media takes a toll. While these platforms offer connection and entertainment, they can also lead to anxiety, low self-esteem, and information fatigue. The occasional digital detox—intentionally stepping back from screens—can allow you to reclaim mental clarity, improve focus, and reconnect with real-life moments. […]
Managing Anxiety in the Workplace
Anxiety can affect every aspect of our lives, including our employment. And if workplace anxiety isn’t properly managed, it has the potential to negatively impact our careers. For example, if a promotion would require you to interact more with clients, give more presentations, or take more business trips—and you feel stressed at the prospect of […]
Online Therapy, Coronavirus, & Coping with Anxiety
What a time we’re living in. My son’s school district announced yesterday that they would be closing until their scheduled spring break, totalling 4 weeks away from school. 4 WEEKS. This mama is a little nervous about that, however, since having children I’ve been a huge fan of precaution, and even extra caution. So, bring […]
What’s your joyful? Preparing for the post holiday letdown
It’s that wondrous time of year wherein toxic positivity is pushed more than usual. You know, everything should be magical, all problems and existing issues are supposed to disappear, and all concerns are expected to be washed away when the local radio station starts playing nothing but holiday music. Who can be upset whilst listening […]