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 Brain
My anxiety started when I was young. I didn’t know there was an actual reason why I was anxious all the time. Growing up I would pick on my skin causing bruises and scars. I just thought I enjoyed the pain but later found out it was because I have anxiety and when I pick at my skin it became a regular habit.
By Tyan Toro6 years ago in Psyche
Yesterday’s Anxiety
On one the luckiest days of the year was March 17, 2020 as I was whisked away from my job. We were told to stay home until further notice. Of course I was happy because I didn’t have to get dressed and I felt it was similar to paid time off. Well all money isn’t good money.
By Mecca C Eaves-Glass6 years ago in Psyche
Happiness By Design
Alice Bouffant stood in front of the Jungle Boat ride at Disneyland and tried to calm her nerves. Maybe this wasn’t such a good idea after all. Her magic pill wasn’t working yet and she was starting to have a panic attack.
By Roberta Carly Redford6 years ago in Psyche
Should I Do This, Or This, Or That?
Living with an inner voice Hello Vocal friends! How are you feeling today? I am proud of you for clicking on this article and making a choice to be here today. I know first hand how difficult it can be dealing with Anxiety every day, morning, evening, and night. I found what best helped me is reading other’s stories, and experience’s living with Anxiety. It helps to make me feel not so alone, not "CrAzY". It’s hard to accept the harsh reality of what we have to go through every day, but just taking a little time out of our day to embrace our anxiety will help us feel free.
By a.secretcode6 years ago in Psyche
Anxieties
It’s honestly not the easiest thing to discuss but it’s also not that hard to feel. Although some might say it is all in the mind, or better yet “it’s all in your head”. And the people who say that rather try not to understand.
By Katherine Penate6 years ago in Psyche
The Fifth Cup of Coffee
The Fifth Cup of Coffee “Sometimes, you can drink four cups of coffee,” my doctor says. “But if you drink the fifth, well, that’s when the trouble starts.” He looks at me while I’m sitting on the examination table. My husband sits in a chair on my right.
By Whitney Sweet6 years ago in Psyche
Anxiety disorders and a holistic approach
In this day and age, anxiety disorders are one of the most common mental health disorders that plague society. After myriads of research, scientists, through psychiatric medicine, have ameliorated the severity of anxiety disorders. Nonetheless, they do not nip the problem in the bud, but merely symptomatically treat the dreaded emotional and psychological turmoil that comes with such disorders. I am not discrediting the value of psychiatric medicine, as they are crucial for recovery in some cases. However, I believe that it is only when self-introspection and personal growth occur, can one truly rise above and conquer such an illness.
By rkmj6 years ago in Psyche
Anxiety Towards Confidence
My goal was to get my drivers license but anxiety was the factor that blocked me from completing me goal. I used to be embarrassed at the fact i didn't have my drivers license all the way up to the age of thirty-five. However, i feel more blessed to be able to share what i learned about myself. I am honored to share something i thought was negative; into how my experience changed into a tool of inspiration.
By Raphael6 years ago in Psyche
Fixing Anxiety Without Medication Part 2
If you haven't read my first article, please do as soon as possible. It will be of great help and with end where we begin in this one. After I finally got a hold of myself and figured out how to calm myself down I realized, as will you, how much time I had lost worrying about things I couldn't control. Whether it be the dishes, laundry, or putting something off that could be done today. I blamed people for my worry when they had no control over it. I never even saw this issue until I went to my first group meeting. I had absolutely NO CONTROL over my feelings which screwed up my entire life. I made horrible decisions, financially and in my home life. I was the problem and no one could fix that but me. As I said, I had wasted a lot of time. That time was over. I started small with doing things for myself to keep myself within serenity. How do you start, you ask. Here are three ways to do that.
By Richlynn Arthur6 years ago in Psyche
10 Signs You’re Overstressed And Don’t Even Know It
There's a time when we’re aware of being overstressed and know that we have to take time off from work to recharge. Although, sometimes we feel obligated to push through and think it’s better to keep at it due to having no time to rest.
By The Happy Conscious6 years ago in Psyche
How Horror Helps Me Take Control of My Anxiety
For as long as I can remember, I have struggled with anxiety. I grew up as an anxious child and I have struggled with severe worrying my entire life. I have been on and off various anxiety medications and have participated in just about every form of therapy and exercise designed to help relieve anxiety.
By Ashley Nestler, MSW6 years ago in Psyche
I heard a knock
I heard a knock. It was the casual every day knock. I proceeded to open the door, fully aware Anxiety tends to arrive earlier than expected. I let her in and tried my best not to pay attention to the constant blabbering. She never makes any sense in the morning and if I knew her, she must have had a couple of espressos on her way here. We had a ritual you see? I would show her to the couch, she would say she would rather stand. I would insist, and she would brush my suggestion away preferring to take a place close to the window. She knew she was not the only one invited and a big part of her wanted to control anyone coming in and out.
By Ivo Belfo6 years ago in Psyche