For years, I thought my anxiety came purely from stress, overthinking, and maybe just being “wired this way.” But I started noticing something odd—whenever my stomach was a mess, my mind wasn’t far behind. Brain fog, racing thoughts, mood dips—it all seemed tied to what was happening in my gut. That curiosity led me down…
If you’ve ever found yourself sitting in a dental chair with your heart pounding like a drum solo, you’re far from alone. Dental anxiety—or full-on dental phobia—is one of those things people quietly carry around, even as it disrupts their health. I used to put off cleanings for years because just the smell of a…
It started in college — the creeping sense that none of it made sense. You’re studying for exams, laughing with friends, maybe even dating someone great… but there’s this underlying dread that hits out of nowhere. I used to brush it off as stress. Turns out, it wasn’t just stress — it was *existential anxiety*….
I’ll be honest—starting therapy was one of the most nerve-wracking decisions I ever made. Not because I didn’t want help, but because the whole idea felt… overwhelming. What if I couldn’t open up? What if I said the “wrong” thing? What if the therapist judged me? If that’s how you’re feeling right now, let me…
It’s wild how something as innocent as being “super committed” can spiral into something so destructive. I used to think being the “yes” person made me reliable—until I found myself exhausted, anxious, and unable to enjoy even the simplest things. Overcommitment doesn’t just zap your energy—it slowly chips away at your mental health. And that…
If you’ve ever felt like everyday sounds, textures, or even lighting could push your anxiety through the roof, you’re far from alone. I used to think I was just “too sensitive”—like when fluorescent lights made me irritable or the hum of a fridge made my skin crawl. But it turns out, there’s a very real…
If you’re anything like me, you’ve probably tried all the usual stuff for anxiety—deep breathing, guided meditations, cutting back on caffeine (which was a real struggle for my iced coffee addiction), and even talking to a therapist. But no one really tells you how powerful a few simple words can be when repeated with intention….
Let’s be real — if you’ve ever tried to “just calm down” when anxiety is spiraling and your to-do list is a mile long, you already know that advice doesn’t work. As someone who used to set alarms for *everything* just to avoid forgetting one thing and triggering a full-on panic episode, I get it….
If you’ve ever felt like the floor suddenly dropped out from under you, your heart slammed into overdrive, and your chest tightened like a vice—all for no clear reason—you’re not alone. That’s exactly what happened to me last fall while grocery shopping. One minute I was debating almond butter vs. peanut, the next I was…