There are days when I wake up and everything already feels like too much. Emails waiting, people needing things, deadlines lurking — and that invisible weight of anxiety just decides to sit right on my chest. If you’ve ever felt like you’re drowning before the day even begins, you’re not alone. Figuring out how to…
There’s something about starting a new relationship that lights up your world—and completely flips it upside down. I remember early on with someone I really liked, my heart would pound just waiting for a text back. Even a “hey” felt like a high-stakes test. Sounds dramatic, right? But for those of us who experience anxiety…
I’ve always been someone who’d rather eat cold spaghetti in a dark room than have a direct confrontation. And it’s not just me—if you’re reading this, chances are you’ve felt that rising tension in your chest, the instant flood of dread, or the looping thoughts that come with just the *idea* of confronting someone. Fear…
I remember the first time it happened—walking through a busy street fair, laughter and chatter blending into a mess of noise, when suddenly a balloon popped. My heart launched into my throat. Within seconds, I was frozen, breath shallow, sweat forming on my neck, eyes darting like prey sensing danger. That wasn’t just being startled….
It’s wild how something as exciting as planning a trip can flip on you. One moment, you’re all pumped thinking about beaches, mountain hikes, or just chilling in a new city—and the next? Your heart races, your mind won’t shut up, and the idea of stepping on that plane makes you feel like bolting the…