anxiety
A look at anxiety in its many forms and manifestations; what is the nature of this specific pattern of extreme fear and worry?
Anxiety Panic Attacks and Depression
Anxiety, panic attacks, and depression are not conditions with a quick cure, but in my experience, recovery is possible for the vast majority of sufferers. For the rest, managing the anxiety, panic attacks, and depression is the available option for feeling better. Either way, there is hope of feeling better. You certainly can feel better. And I hope that this article gives you hope. Hope can propel you onto the next stage, that of seeking treatment or self-help, or both.
By Suzanne Zacharia5 years ago in Psyche
An Anxiety Story
Let me pick up where I left off in Middle School, a dream deferred. With my goal of being a quarterback, a leader of my peers over in my eyes I decided to make the most of my time as a left tackle. I didn't realize it then, but that's actually a very important position. I'm glad I didn't because it would have made my anxiety that much more serious. I also played Defensive tackle which means I was the first line of defense against the opposing teams running game. I would have been pretty good if I could keep my mouthpiece in my mouth. My anxiety caused me to be nauseated most games and having a mouthpiece in only made the issue worse. I was warned multiple times by coaches and refs, but they didn't know the real problem. That monster in my brain telling my body that it was time to panic whenever my number was called. I couldn't focus on play calls, so remembering the playbook was a moot point. I would just block the guy in front of me or crash the gap when I was on defense. Most of the time I got it right and the other times I would get yelled at or one of my teammates would pay the price. Anxiety affected not only me but everyone and everything I was involved in or with. I couldn't even take a shower after practice because I was so afraid of doing the wrong thing or messing something up around my band of brothers. That made me the stinky kid in school.
By DJ Hayward5 years ago in Psyche
A Scary Night
It was about 8:30 PM on Tuesday 20, 2018. I just got off my first ever job at Toys R Us, which was only a 15 minutes walk away from my apartment, and that was perfect for me being a 16 years-old with no driver's license because I am terrified of driving. I couldn't call my dad to pick me up because he would complain about my work not being too far away from the apartment, and he would be mad that I called because he had to go to work very early the next day. I was in a great mood that night, so I decided to walk instead of giving my dad an excuse to yell at me and ruin my mood.
By Lyn Saint Cyr5 years ago in Psyche
A SAD Journey
My days start as they usually do, with thoughts of what if this and what if that. Visions of the unknown and the unknowable, with thoughts of anxiety and fear. Since I was a child this has been my reality. No matter if it's supposed to be a laid back Saturday or a busy Wednesday, they all begin with unsubstantiated fear. What if I can't pay my rent? What if I get to work and I make a mistake? What if I crash my car into the back of an 18-wheeler? Soon, the sweating starts, and unavoidable nausea. Imagine being in so much fear, not because of a credible threat, but because you have a condition in your mind that you can not escape. How do you run from your mind? How do you get away from your own beating, racing heart? Answer is you can't. I can't.
By DJ Hayward5 years ago in Psyche
Small battles, and big victories.
In life, although conflicts are a spectrum for some of us, including me some days even locating the strength to get out of bed becomes a scrimmage in itself. A large percentage of my adult life has been spent bouncing between Marianas Trench like crashes and almost manic highs, but trying to find equilibrium and harmony has become the primary focus of my energy. Instead of permitting your anxiety to dominate and dictate your life take that step, make that effort and your future self will thank you.
By Search Motivation5 years ago in Psyche
Anti-anxiety drugs: Know what they do before you consume them
We live in a world where we’re constantly pushing ourselves to fulfill our responsibilities at both home and work. At the end of the day, it can leave us feeling stressed out and when this stress becomes a daily thing, anxiety is bound to creep in. Before you know it, minor anxiety issues can transform into severe mental health disorders, which typically require intervention from mental health experts.
By The Breatharian Blogger5 years ago in Psyche
Ask the Fairies
If you write a letter to the fairies they write back to answer questions about anything from magical lore to coping with COVID-19 anxiety and even relationships. This is the first time this resource has become available to the world in the form of a regular column. Just write to [email protected] and a fairy, pixie, elf, troll, Muse, hobgoblin, gremlin or Fairy Godmother will reply. This is a FREE, unsponsored, unpaid labor of love.
By Lisa Suhay5 years ago in Psyche
My Mind Running Wild
My mind running wild-... Welcome to my mind.. where I share my unorganized worries in hopes to make you feel a little less lonely. I've mentioned in other writings of mine I want to make a group chat on Slack so we can all chat and help one another out. Give my post a like if you'd like to be apart of that and I’ll start attaching links to get in the group chat.
By a.secretcode5 years ago in Psyche
Quick Mental Fixes to Put Anxiety Under Control
We are at our best when nothing bothers us – mentally and emotionally. But try doing something while you have anxiety that seems out of control. Surely, you will under-perform or fall below the quality of your outputs. Isn’t that then a compelling reason why learning how to manage our anxiety and put everything under control especially on times when we really need so is badly important? Bet you agree with that. Do you? So, here’s the good thing: we are capable of handling it under any circumstances. How? Now that’s another question to settle.
By Louie Missap5 years ago in Psyche
