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…
Last week, I found myself spiraling into a whirlwind of anxious thoughts. My heart was racing, my chest felt tight, and every tiny task felt like a mountain. Sound familiar? You’re not alone. Learning how to self-soothe during anxious moments is not just a skill—it’s a lifeline. Over the years, through therapy, endless trial-and-error, and…
Ever catch yourself spiraling into a loop of “what if” thoughts that seem impossible to escape? I’ve been there more times than I can count. An anxious mind has this sneaky way of distorting reality, turning small concerns into overwhelming catastrophes. But here’s the good news—reframing those intrusive thoughts isn’t some complex therapy-only trick. It’s…
Ever been trapped in a loop of anxious thoughts that just won’t let you breathe? You know the kind — your brain grabs onto a worry and spins it out of control, faster than you can say, “Calm down.” I’ve been there more times than I care to admit. Spiraling thoughts are sneaky; they creep…
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…
Ever find yourself staring at a screen, reading the same sentence over and over again, only to realize you haven’t absorbed a single word? Yeah, I’ve been there. In fact, I’ve had days where I’d open a browser tab, forget what I was looking for, then spend the next 20 minutes doom-scrolling just to avoid…
Ever found yourself zoning out mid-conversation, heart racing, replaying what you should’ve said—or dreading what’s coming next? Yeah, me too. Staying grounded during anxious conversations used to feel like trying to meditate in the middle of a thunderstorm. It’s not just awkward—it’s exhausting. But learning how to stay present when anxiety hits? Game-changer. Here’s how…
Last month, I was standing in the grocery store, frozen in place, trying to remember why I even walked in. My heart was racing, my thoughts tangled up like earbuds in a pocket, and my hands were clammy. It was one of those moments when anxiety doesn’t just whisper—it yells. Staying focused during anxious episodes…
Ever found yourself stuck replaying the same fearful thoughts on loop — like your brain refuses to hit pause? You’re not alone. I used to lie awake at 2 AM, mentally spiraling through every possible “what if” scenario, convinced something terrible was just around the corner. That tight knot in your chest, the restlessness, the…