Ever found yourself lying in bed, replaying every awkward conversation from the last five years? Yeah, me too. Nighttime overthinking is a relentless loop of “what ifs,” “should haves,” and imaginary scenarios that love to show up just when you want peace. For years, I assumed it was just part of being a night owl,…
Performance anxiety isn’t just something that happens to actors or musicians on stage. It sneaks up on people in meetings, during presentations, even when you’re just speaking up in a group discussion. I’ve personally felt that intense, heart-racing panic right before presenting to my own team—people I talk to daily! It’s frustrating when your mind…
Journaling was something I used to associate with my teenage years—scribbling random thoughts, venting after a bad day. But it wasn’t until I began tracking my anxiety triggers that I realized how powerful a simple notebook could be. If you’ve ever felt like anxiety sneaks up on you out of nowhere, you’re not alone. But…
Ever had your blood pressure checked at the doctor’s office, only to be told it’s way higher than you expected? Yeah, me too. It’s one of those nerve-wracking moments that can make your heart pound and leave you wondering if you’re suddenly developing hypertension. But here’s the thing—sometimes, it’s not your heart’s fault; it’s your…
We all have that one friend who always seems calm on the outside, but deep down, they’re battling an overwhelming tide of anxiety. You want to be there for them, but it’s tough knowing what to say—or worse, what not to say. I’ve been in that position more times than I can count. Through trial…
I’ll be honest—I never thought my nail biting was a “real” problem. It was just a quirky habit, right? But over time, I realized it wasn’t about boredom or a bad manicure. It was anxiety. Every time stress creeped in, my nails took the hit. If you’re stuck in this cycle, trust me, you’re not…
Ever wondered why your heart feels like it’s racing, even when you’re just sitting on the couch doing absolutely nothing? I’ve been there — countless evenings when my heart rate was all over the place, and I couldn’t figure out why. Turns out, the connection between anxiety and heart rate variability (HRV) is a lot…
For years, I struggled to explain the relentless pressure that weighed on me daily. Was it anxiety? Was I just stressed? Or was I slowly burning out without realizing it? It wasn’t until I found myself Googling terms like “difference between anxiety and burnout” at 2 AM that it clicked—most people, including myself, have no…
Cold showers and anxiety — I’ll admit, I used to think the idea sounded absurd. Splashing freezing water on myself when I was already on edge? No thanks. But after months of wrestling with relentless overthinking and that all-too-familiar tightness in my chest, I finally gave it a shot. Turns out, the benefits of cold…