I’ve often wondered why some people, like myself, seem hardwired to worry about everything, while others breeze through life without a care. Is it just my personality, or is there something deeper at play? The big question that kept coming back to me was this: is anxiety genetic or learned behavior? It’s a topic that…
If you’re anything like me, you’ve probably brushed off signs of exhaustion thinking, “I’m just a bit tired,” or “I’ll rest after this project.” But what if I told you that pushing too hard isn’t just wearing out your body—but your mental health too? Overexertion isn’t a badge of honor; it can be the spark…
I never expected to be the kind of person who brought an extra shirt everywhere—but here we are. What started as a little nervousness in job interviews morphed into full-blown episodes of anxiety-induced sweating. Not just a light dampness—I’m talking drenched back, palms slippery like soap, and forehead shining like I’d run a marathon. It…
If you’ve ever felt more anxious than usual and couldn’t quite figure out why, I’ve been there—and more often than not, it wasn’t about stress, sleep, or even caffeine. Turns out, the real culprit was something way simpler: dehydration. Yep. Not drinking enough water quietly amps up anxiety, and once I paid attention to my…
Last week, I walked into a grocery store and was hit with a strong scent of cinnamon from a nearby bakery section. Within seconds, I felt my chest tighten, my heart race, and a surge of panic that seemed to come out of nowhere. It wasn’t the smell itself — it was the memory tied…
If you’ve ever found yourself spiraling into a wave of restlessness after just one cup of coffee, you’re not alone. Caffeine is a stimulant, and while it gives many people the jolt they need to power through a sluggish morning, it can feel like a panic attack in a mug for others. I used to…
For the longest time, I kept brushing off my persistent feelings of unease, assuming it was just part of a busy life. Turns out, the real culprit might’ve been something I barely thought about—vitamin D. It’s wild how this seemingly minor nutrient can quietly mess with your mental health. I didn’t connect the dots until…
I’ve always been fascinated — and honestly, a bit frustrated — by how something invisible like a neurotransmitter can completely hijack your brain. There was a time when I couldn’t tell if what I felt was just stress or something much deeper. That subtle, lingering worry? That gnawing panic over things that never used to…
I used to think I was just dehydrated. Or maybe I’d skipped lunch. But the spinning feeling didn’t go away. The room would tilt a little, my legs felt unsteady, and for a moment I’d wonder if I was about to pass out. Only, I wasn’t sick. It was anxiety. And for a long time,…