Last week, I found myself frozen in front of a simple to-do list. Just three tasks. But my brain turned it into a mountain. If you’ve ever stared at a minor issue for hours, second-guessing every tiny detail, you’ll know exactly what I mean. Anxiety doesn’t just make you “worry” — it hijacks your ability…
Managing anxiety during pregnancy is like navigating a rollercoaster blindfolded. You’re thrilled, scared, overwhelmed, and overthinking — all at once. I remember sitting in my doctor’s office, hands cold and clammy, wondering if my constant worrying was “normal” or if I was quietly spiraling into something deeper. Turns out, pregnancy anxiety is a real thing,…
Ever noticed how your bladder seems to have a mind of its own when you’re anxious? It’s like you barely sit down to relax, and boom — another trip to the bathroom. I’ve been there. It’s frustrating, awkward, and honestly, a little alarming. But trust me, you’re not alone. The link between anxiety and frequent…
It’s funny how we always expect our mood swings or sudden bursts of anxiety to be “just stress” or “bad days,” but rarely do we connect the dots to what’s really stirring beneath the surface — our hormones. I’ve been there too, caught off guard by anxiety flare-ups that made no sense at all, only…
For years, I never connected the dots between my anxiety and the chaos my menstrual cycle brought every month. Mood swings? Check. Crushing fatigue? Check. Random cramps that felt worse than usual? Double check. It wasn’t until I stumbled upon a casual conversation with my gynecologist that I realized how deeply anxiety can intertwine with…
Living with high-functioning anxiety often feels like walking a tightrope that no one else can see. Outwardly, you’re the achiever—the organized, reliable, always-on-top-of-things type. But under the surface, there’s a constant churn of worry, self-doubt, and tension that never really shuts off. I remember being praised for my “calm under pressure” demeanor at work, when…
Mistakes. Ugh. We all make them—big, small, sometimes embarrassingly in front of a crowd. I’ve lost sleep over typos in emails, spiraled for hours after saying something awkward in a meeting, or second-guessed a parenting decision I made days ago. Sound familiar? You’re not alone. Managing anxiety about making mistakes isn’t about becoming perfect—it’s about…
It’s wild how many times I’ve found myself gasping for air, convinced something was wrong with my lungs—only to realize it was anxiety playing its old tricks again. If you’ve ever felt like you just couldn’t get a deep breath, like there’s a weight on your chest even though nothing physically is “wrong,” you’re definitely…
If you’ve ever felt like you’re running on fumes emotionally, mentally, and physically—but still can’t slow down—that might not be just everyday stress. It’s something deeper, heavier, and more exhausting. That’s what burnout from chronic anxiety feels like. I’ve been there, and I wouldn’t wish it on anyone. Living in constant alert mode was my…