anxiety
A look at anxiety in its many forms and manifestations; what is the nature of this specific pattern of extreme fear and worry?
A date with Willpower.
“New year, new me!” has never been a motto that I used too often. I always intended on being the same me, but better. Truthfully though, I was affirming that 2020 had my name all over it and I had big plans! I remember sitting on Hollywood Beach on New Year’s Day with my eyes closed, visualizing the year ahead. Faint Bachata music played in the distance from the live band, the sand beneath me kept me grounded while in thought, and every gust of wind felt like it whispered; “You got this.”
By Abigail Jean Jacques4 years ago in Psyche
What is ADHD? And how many types are there?
ADHD is a mental health disorder that can lead to behavioral hyperactivity. People suffering from this may face difficulty in concentrating on one task or sitting for long periods of time. ADHD has a combination of several problems such as difficulty maintaining attention, hyperactivity, and impulsive behavior.
By Richard D. Abbey4 years ago in Psyche
there is more to this than what's happening
“How big will the incision be?” was the first of a list of questions I did not think to ask before brain surgery. I was honestly surprised they weren’t going to pull the tumor out of my ear with some sort of laser tweezers. I remembered just getting home on a sunny afternoon and answering my neurosurgeon’s PA’s call on my car’s bluetooth, parking in the driveway, and listening as she explained the surgery process. She told me they would make an incision, peel back the skin and the muscle… and then my consciousness started spinning. My roommate smiled and waved and I smiled and waved back. I could feel myself dissociating as she spoke. I snapped back to the conversation when she asked if I had any questions; “No, sounds good– see ya Tuesday!” Casual.
By Kayla Reiter4 years ago in Psyche
How 'Dear Evan Hansen' Helped Me Find My Inner Self as Someone Who Struggles. Top Story - December 2021.
Dear Lewis Jefferies, today is going to be a good day because you've accepted that having social anxiety is okay. The pain I've endured in the past of declining invitations to go out with people because I couldn't bring myself to going is unimaginable.
By Lewis Jefferies4 years ago in Psyche
Anxiety
It is always with me. I carry it on my back. I project it to the world. But I am none the wiser. I continue my scratching and stimming until someone asks, "Are you okay?" Then thinking back to what I had been doing, I didn't even realize I looked unwell. So I reply, "Yeah, I'm fine." so that my worries don't further burden those around me.
By Courtney Ann4 years ago in Psyche
Fear of Failure Kept Me From Writing for Over a Decade
It’s the first (slightly) chilly day of Fall in Florida and my husband, Sean, and I are on a walk. Our easy conversation mirrors the winding and converging brick roads of our neighborhood; we’re languidly moving from one topic to the next and then back to a previous point of discussion as we meander the shady streets.
By Taylor Moran Writes4 years ago in Psyche
What Anxiety Really Feels Like
I just woke up and the anxiety was upon me. It only took nine minutes. Nine minutes before I began to dwell on an upcoming social obligation. Oscillating between deciding to go and hating it, or decided to bail and letting everyone down.
By Zachary Phillips4 years ago in Psyche
Are You Experiencing Anxiety?
Signs of anxiety: Exaggerated worries - manifested almost throughout the day, for the smallest problems. Restless thoughts arise, several days a week, more than six months. Agitation and nervousness persist throughout the day and unexplained fatigue occurs.
By Julie Badweather4 years ago in Psyche
How To Overcome Anxiety
2016 was the worst year for my mental health; at the beginning of the year, I was diagnosed with mild depression and was experiencing suicidal thoughts. The last time I even thought about ending my life was when I was twelve; I haven't thought about suicide since that moment. I have to explain what suicidal thoughts are for me. I never wanted to die, and I enjoyed earth and my family. If I had the chance to kill anything, it would be my thoughts. My mind would never stop over-thinking and over-analyzing things; those thoughts would translate to negative thoughts about myself after some time. During that time, I felt like a failure. I left a job I didn't want to go to; I started a new career I hated and experienced colorism from my supervisor.
By teisha leshea4 years ago in Psyche
