There was a time when my mornings felt like a battleground. The alarm would go off, and instead of a peaceful rise and shine, I’d be hit with a wave of racing thoughts and a tight knot in my stomach. It’s a frustrating cycle—one that feels almost impossible to break. But over time, I discovered…
Most mornings, I wake up feeling like the world is pressing down on my chest. It’s not the to-do list, or the emails, or the early calls. It’s something deeper—heavier. If you’ve ever opened your eyes and felt your heartbeat pounding for no apparent reason, you’re not alone. Why anxiety feels worse in the morning…
For a while, I couldn’t figure out why my anxiety seemed to spike every time life got a little unstructured. Days off felt more exhausting than workdays. Simple choices like “when should I eat?” or “what should I do next?” left me frozen. Turns out, it wasn’t laziness or lack of motivation—it was anxiety caused…
There was a time I canceled every social plan for months. I couldn’t explain it—just the thought of being around people made my chest tighten. No one knew because I got good at hiding it. I’d send that “Sorry, not feeling great today” text and hope they didn’t press for details. That’s what anxiety disorders…