Finding ways that work for you when it comes to managing anxiety is incredibly empowering. We all experience anxiety in different forms, and while it's impossible to fully eliminate anxiety from our lives, we can build a personal toolkit to help manage it in a healthy way. Here are some potential tools to consider to manage your anxiety:
Read MoreAll emotions act as signals, a “red alert” in response to external stimuli. Guilt arises when we feel we’ve violated our ethics or morals. Can you identify “guilt” as the emotion you’re feeling, and understand what it’s in response to? My clients express remorse over mistakes, hurtful actions, or inaction. Guilt also stems from failing to meet expectations—whether from parents, oneself, or others. Not all guilt is the same and may manifest differently for each person. A key part of letting go is understanding where these feelings come from and acknowledging their impact.
Read MoreOne of the most pervasive symptoms of mood disorders, like anxiety and depression, can be the onslaught of negative thoughts that seem to follow you around like an invisible specter. Trying to engage in daily activities can become cumbersome when the voice in your head is telling you that you are not good enough and reminding you of all the things that you have failed to do.
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