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Anxiety presents in weird ways. Over the years I discovered that some of the things I thought were part of who I am are actually just some pretty weird symptoms of anxiety. Things like constantly having to go to the bathroom, feeling dizzy, or even yawning a lot could all be a result of increased […]
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One of the most powerful things I’ve found when it comes to my emotions (and the resulting anxiety), is the power of identifying and naming them. And this all starts with learning about primary emotions. Primary emotions are fundamental, universal, and innate emotional states that are considered to be the building blocks of human emotional
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The mind is a complicated thing. And we often find ourselves experiencing different states of mind. Understanding these different mind states can be an extremely useful tool to help navigate anxiety and overwhelm. Your current state of mind can have an impact on the way you think, feel and act. It can influence the way
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Anxiety doesn’t have just one form. It comes in all shapes and sizes. In fact, there are 5 types of anxiety disorders. Anxiety is a normal human feeling, but it ranges in intensity and duration. In normal circumstances, anxiety is fleeting. But when this anxiety or fear becomes chronic, constant, overwhelming, impossible to manage, involves
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When the feelings, thoughts, and sensations get overwhelming, learning how to self-regulate emotions using neuropsychology can be very useful. Navigating emotions isn’t always easy. In fact, sometimes it’s pretty damn hard. If we don’t learn how to properly regulate and process our emotions as children, we often struggle as adults. Through skills and techniques used
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Often, when people think of therapy, they have quite a narrow-minded view of the topic. The first thing that comes to mind is usually a doctor with a notepad while the patient lies on a couch. However, there are many different types of therapy. Some therapists are more focused on diving into your childhood, while
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The real world isn’t easy. Luckily, there are different types of coping skills for depression and anxiety that we can use to get through it. Life is full of challenges, and we all experience moments of stress, anxiety, and emotional turmoil. For anxious people, it’s a little hard. If you got the package deal with
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I’ve had my fair share of ‘bad weeks’. But as I’ve gotten older and learned my way around my mind, I’ve found some things that don’t turn a bad day into a bad week. Turning your week around starts with making the decision to change something. So let’s learn how to create a better week.
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Learning how to live as a highly sensitive person is essential if you want to make the most of life. Learn about the common traits and coping strategies. I’m a Highly Sensitive Person. I struggle with loud noises, crowds, and loads of sensory things. I used to think I wasn’t meant for this world, but
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The Stress Bucket Analogy is a great way to understand your energy budget and what’s weighing you down. As humans, life consists of so many different moving parts. In our daily lives, we often find ourselves juggling multiple responsibilities, racing against deadlines, and managing various challenges. Under these conditions, it’s no wonder that stress can
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