I used to think anxiety was just occasional nerves before big events. You know, like job interviews or public speaking. But over time, I noticed those feelings creeping into the ordinary parts of my day—opening emails, going to the grocery store, or even scrolling social media. It wasn’t until I started online therapy for anxiety…
Ever caught yourself sabotaging a perfectly good opportunity just because your mind whispered, “You’re not good enough”? Yep, I’ve been there too. Sometimes it’s subtle—like procrastinating that job application until it’s too late. Other times it’s more blatant, like ghosting a potential partner because the fear of being seen feels paralyzing. That’s what anxiety does….
There’s something incredibly jarring about the aftermath of a sudden accident. It hits hard, fast, and without much warning. One moment you’re living your life, and the next, everything feels different. I still remember the strange sense of unreality after my car accident—my heart racing, hands trembling, and the eerie quietness that followed. But what…
If you’ve ever found yourself going out of your way to avoid dogs, elevators, heights, flying, or even clowns—you’re not alone. I remember literally skipping out on a job interview once just because the building had a glass elevator. Sounds irrational? Maybe. But that’s the power of a specific phobia. It’s more than just fear—it’s…
Getting laid off feels like getting the wind knocked out of you. I still remember the sharp panic the moment I read that email—subject line: “Organizational Restructuring.” You can brace yourself all you want, but when that kind of change blindsides you, it rattles your confidence and ignites an anxiety you didn’t know could sit…
If you’ve ever found yourself ducking out of a social gathering, skipping a work call, or avoiding a triggering place or person—all because your chest tightens, your palms sweat, and your mind says “run”—you’re not alone. I’ve done it. Many times. At first, it felt like self-preservation. But eventually, it became a cage. In anxiety…
It wasn’t until my third sleepless night in a row that I started questioning if my thoughts were the problem. I kept imagining worst-case scenarios, assuming I was doomed, and obsessing over things most people would brush off. That’s when I stumbled into the world of cognitive distortions—and everything started making sense. If you’ve ever…
About six months ago, I found myself spiraling every time I felt a headache or tightness in my chest. Late-night Googling sessions turned a minor symptom into a full-blown mental health spiral. That’s when I realized I wasn’t just stressed—I was stuck in a loop of health anxiety about serious illnesses. And it wasn’t rare….
Mindfulness-Based Cognitive Therapy (MBCT) didn’t just help me manage my anxiety—it completely reshaped the way I understand it. I remember sitting in a therapist’s office, shoulders tight, constantly bracing for a “what if” scenario that rarely came true. It felt like my brain was wired to worry. What changed? I discovered that managing anxiety wasn’t…