Ever found yourself lying awake, staring at the ceiling while your mind runs a marathon of what-ifs? Yeah, same. I used to think it was just a bad night’s sleep or too much caffeine, but the more I dug in, the clearer it became—this wasn’t just about being a night owl. It was anxiety. And…
I wish I could say I’ve always had a handle on my emotions during anxious moments, but that would be a lie. Like most people, I’ve had my share of sweaty palms, racing heartbeats, and spiraling thoughts when life throws curveballs. Over the years, I’ve learned that regulating emotions isn’t just about “staying calm”—it’s about…
It’s wild how fast anxiety can hijack your day. One minute you’re scrolling through your phone or sipping your morning coffee, and the next you’re suddenly drowning in racing thoughts, tight chest, shaky hands — the full menu. I’ve been there more times than I care to count. For years, my anxiety used to spiral…
Ever had everything lined up perfectly for the day—a to-do list, calendar alerts, maybe even a backup plan or two—only for one thing to shift and suddenly your entire world feels like it’s crumbling? Yeah, I’ve been there. A friend cancels, traffic snarls your schedule, or your kid wakes up with a fever. I used…
If you’ve ever walked into a hospital for a simple test and walked out feeling like your heart was still trapped inside that building, you’re not alone. Medical trauma is real—and the anxiety that follows can sneak into your life in ways you never expected. I’ve been there. A botched blood draw once made me…
If you’ve ever stared blankly at your closet in the morning, overwhelmed by the simple task of picking something to wear, you’re not alone. Lately, I’ve found myself avoiding even the smallest decisions—what to cook, which email to respond to first, whether I should go out or stay in—because my brain just feels…tired. Not physically,…
If you’re anything like me, the quiet of nighttime doesn’t always feel peaceful. For years, I’d lie in bed, exhausted but wide awake — heart racing, mind buzzing, that strange sinking feeling in my stomach. I used to brush it off as just overthinking, until I learned that what I was really experiencing was nighttime…
It’s 8:03 AM, and I’m already holding back tears. My toddler just smeared yogurt into the dog’s fur while simultaneously demanding the exact blue cup that mysteriously vanished yesterday. If that sounds like your morning too, then yep—we’re probably in the same boat. Parenting toddlers is a full-contact sport, emotionally speaking. And anxiety? Oh, it…
Getting older used to feel like a distant worry—something for “later.” But lately, I’ve noticed it creeping into my mind more often than I’d like to admit. The fine lines on my face, the nagging thought about whether I’m where I’m “supposed” to be in life, and yeah… the occasional existential spiral at 3 AM….