Coping, Encouragement, Self-Care, Struggle, Validation

If You’re Processing the Pandemic, I See You

Since 2020 started, emotions have been running high. With the COVID-19 pandemic, there's been a lot of anxiety, grief, and frustration. Today, I wanted to reach out and let you know that if you're struggling with your emotions during this difficult time, I see you, and you're not alone. If you're struggling to adjust to… Continue reading If You’re Processing the Pandemic, I See You

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Encouragement, Stigma, Struggle

Anxiety Disorders and Exhaustion

"Why are you always so tired?" Most of the time, people ask me this question after I tell them "I'm tired." If I had a nickel for every time someone's asked me this question, I would be a millionaire. I've always been at a loss for how to respond to this question. How do you… Continue reading Anxiety Disorders and Exhaustion

Coping, Self-Care

How I Cope: Writing

Welcome back to my third installment in my "How I Cope" series. Last week, I talked about how reading improves my anxiety disorder. The week before that, I talked about how exercise improves my anxiety disorder. This week, we're going to talk about one of my absolute favorite ways of coping with anxiety: writing. It… Continue reading How I Cope: Writing

Struggle

How to Cope with a Tragedy When You Have Anxiety

By now, I'm sure you've seen the news about the school shooting in Florida. I wish I knew what to say to take away the pain and heartbreak that so many are feeling today. My heart breaks for each and every one of them. Tragedies are difficult to cope with if you don't have mental… Continue reading How to Cope with a Tragedy When You Have Anxiety