As therapists specializing in anxiety and depression, we often suggest to clients that they explore their feelings and thoughts by keeping a journal. Sometimes clients ask for a bit of direction with this process. Here are some journaling ideas if you’re not sure where to start:
Read MoreNow, more than ever before, we’re being asked to cope with a ton of stress. The news pouring out from our TVs, social media, friends, & family, along with the feelings of isolation, can be a super hard mix for any of us to cope with – and as I’ve navigated through posts myself on social media, I see & feel the fear you’re feeling and wanted to try & help as much as I can.
The best way I can do this, I think, is through this blog so you can print out anything you find helpful so you can keep it on hand as a reminder for when the anxiety is overwhelming – or better yet – to practice so you can keep it on the lowest end possible right now.
Read MoreWe tend to have this belief that we can work things through in our heads alone just by thinking about them. But the truth is, we process things differently when we write things down. Sometimes, we feel like it’s a “extra step” or a “hassle”, but the truth it by NOT writing things down, we can often overlook patterns, hold onto thoughts & feelings, & get stuck “in the hamster wheel” of our minds.
Read MoreCan I first tell you anxiety is a normal feeling?
We all have had it at one time or another. Every. Single. Person.
Sure, we may use different words to describe it - it can get lumped under the words stressed, worried, nervous - you get the picture.
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