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When Anxiety Drops By Uninvited
Anxiety has a way of sneaking up on us, often at the most inconvenient times. If you’re a mom juggling work, family life, maybe some college classes, or your kids’ sports schedules, you know that life doesn’t pause just because anxiety decides to join the party. One of the more mysterious symptoms of anxiety is…
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Reality Check: Anxiety – Perception vs Reality
In my personal experience, one of the most significant ways anxiety has changed my perception is through an increased sense of fear and threats. My brain is constantly scanning for potential dangers, creating anxiety. This heightened state of vigilance can make a situation, otherwise harmless, seem threatening. My therapist taught me that research (2) has…
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Realilty Check: Beyond Worry
In simple terms, Anxiety is your body’s natural response to stress. It’s a feeling of fear or apprehension about what’s to come. Anxiety can be a beneficial emotion essential for our survival, as it provides us with information on what is safe and what poses a threat. While experiencing anxiety is normal in certain situations,…