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Anxiety
Anxiety isn’t just stress—it’s a constant overthinking loop, a racing heart when nothing is chasing you. Here, we talk about the ups and downs of anxiety, how it shows up in life, and ways to manage it.
Anxiety 101: How to Cope When Your Brain Won’t Shut Up
You know that feeling when your brain suddenly decides to become a 24/7 talk show host, constantly bombarding you with thoughts? Welcome to anxiety—where every little thing has the potential...
Am I Talking Too Much? Navigating Self-Regulation and Anxiety in Group Settings
Have you ever found yourself in a group conversation, sharing thoughts and stories, only to be hit with a sudden wave of anxiety? You might start wondering, “Am I talking...
Understanding Self-Confidence: A Psychological Perspective (What It Is And How It’s Formed)
Self-confidence is a complex and multifaceted construct that has been studied by psychologists for decades. At its core, self-confidence refers to our belief in our ability to succeed and our...
Building Self-Confidence: Practical Strategies
Self-confidence is often the key to achieving our goals and living a fulfilling life. When we believe in ourselves and our abilities, we’re more likely to take risks, pursue opportunities,...
A Comprehensive Guide to Social Anxiety: Understanding, and Finding Help
Social anxiety is a common mental health condition that involves intense feelings of fear, nervousness, and self-consciousness in social situations. People with social anxiety worry that they will act in...
Understanding Social Anxiety: What It Is, and How You Can Cope
Social anxiety is a common mental health condition that involves intense feelings of fear, nervousness, and self-consciousness in social situations. People with social anxiety worry that they will act in...
Navigating Social Anxiety: My Personal Journey and Tips for Coping
Hey everyone, it’s Hilit. I hope this finds you well. Today, I want to talk about social anxiety – something I’ve personally struggled with for many years. My first memories...
Helplessness and Trauma: What’s the Link?
Introduction: Trauma is a deeply distressing or disturbing experience that has long-lasting effects on an individual’s mental, emotional, and physical well-being. Helplessness is a feeling of being unable to control...
Having an Anxiety Attack? Here’s What You Should Do
Having an anxiety attack can be a very frightening and overwhelming experience. It’s a sudden burst of intense fear or intense discomfort that can include of physical and psychological sensations....
Setting Boundaries at Work for People with Anxiety
Introduction Anxiety affects millions of people around the world and can have a significant impact on one’s personal and professional life. One key component in managing anxiety is to set...
Ever-changing World – Changed Plans and How it Affects People Who Deal With Anxiety, OCD, Attachment Issues, Neurodivergence or Mental Health
Changed plans can spell out a disruption, a small hiccup in regular schedules for most, but for individuals with anxiety, along with other mental health challenges such as OCD, attachment...
15 Mundane Activities Stemming from Anxiety That We Don’t Even Realize
Anxiety often manifests itself in various ways, and many of our daily activities are actually rooted in underlying anxiety. Some actions we take to cope with stress and unease can...
Mental Health in People Who Grew up as Gifted Kids: The Hidden Struggles
Introduction: Gifted children, often defined as those who demonstrate exceptional natural ability in one or more domains, have been a subject of fascination and study for many years. While it’s...
Navigating the Fine Line Between Self-Care and Holding Yourself Back
Introduction: In today’s fast-paced world, it’s a challenge to strike a balance between maintaining our mental health and maximizing time to achieve your goals. We often find ourselves faced with...