anxiety
A look at anxiety in its many forms and manifestations; what is the nature of this specific pattern of extreme fear and worry?
Coping with Founder Anxiety
I’ve already been out this morning for a walk, got my cup of coffee from a local petrol pump (the Costa inside it). Listened to some of a new audible I started this morning ‘Go For No’ by Richard Fenton (decent start and allegory for success in sales) and am now sat down to write.
By Deepak Shukla4 years ago in Psyche
My History of Anxiety, Pt 2
I recently wrote about my history with anxiety, extending all the way back to my childhood and the odd way it manifested itself back then. I'm no expert on actual diagnoses or the labelling of things, but I certainly feel some of my behaviors smacked of OCD and really could have taken over my life. I am not exactly sure how I escaped that fate, since the temptation to focus on them is still there. But I do know of people who suffer from full-blown obsessive thinking and behaviors who literally can't leave the house.
By Mytoxic Family4 years ago in Psyche
What Brings Me Anxiety
I have an anxiety disorder. It comes to me with a tight chest and I feel like I lose the ability to take a deep breath. This used to happen to me all the time as a child, but I didn’t know what to call it. I would get scared that I couldn’t breathe properly and it would make me more anxious. As a kid, I had no one to go to with my anxious feelings, but thankfully as an adult, I have learned some tools to help guide me to calm.
By Melissa Steussy4 years ago in Psyche
My History of Anxiety
I came across an article lately (not on vocal, btw, so I'm not entirely sure if I can share the link) that talked about the difference between worry and anxiety. Oddly, I had never heard of this distinction. I thought I had read alot about anxiety, and I have definitely seen a good number of therapists in my day. One would think I'd have heard of this distinction before.
By Mytoxic Family4 years ago in Psyche
Meeting Anxiety
The year was 2002. I was 11 years old at the time when anxiety first reared it's ugly head. West Nile virus was flooding the news. My parents always watched the news. Little did they know, I was being filled with pure fear and panic. Fast forward, and you will find me at my Aunt's house frantically running from one family member to another asking them to feel my pulse and check me for fever. In my mind, I had contracted West Nile Virus. In my mind, I was surely going to die. My parents took me to counseling. I don't recall ever being officially diagnosed either. I would not be diagnosed until around 24 years old.
By kasey gresham4 years ago in Psyche
I Didn't Know I Had Social Anxiety: Here Are The Subtle Signs. Top Story - November 2021.
Earlier this year, I was diagnosed with Social Anxiety Disorder. It was the last of the 3 anxiety disorders I got diagnosed with, and one that I frankly did not expect. Despite considering myself a mental health advocate and having a fairly good understanding of anxiety disorders, I even fell victim to the stereotypes of social anxiety.
By Alisan Keesee4 years ago in Psyche
7 Amazing Foods That Can Help Relieve Anxiety
Have you been feeling anxious lately? You're not alone. Anxiety is a wide-spread issue that affects millions of people every day. The symptoms can vary from cold sweats to grinding teeth. However, most people agree that, regardless of how anxiety makes them feel, it's never a good experience.
By David Adebayo4 years ago in Psyche
Ramblin' man
Between the crackle of static is the melody of the Allman Brothers playing the classic ramblin' guitar solo. I'm laying in the back seat looking up at the ripped and stained taupe fabric I know too well. I lean up on my elbows and scan my eyes over the front row seats, seeing his grease-stained fist hit the dash to even out the radio. He curses and speaks out loud "*$^%, damn radio crapping out again.."
By Jaded Savior Blog4 years ago in Psyche
