Its beginning to look a lot like waiting in long lines, not being able to find the right gift and that dreaded rush to multiple houses on the holidays. The anger and anxiety that can be present during the holidays are overwhelming. What is suppose to be a peaceful and joyous time can turn into…
Being Thankful For The Hard Times
It sounds strange at first, correct? How could the times that we felt the most pain and anguish be the times we are most thankful for? We all have inner turmoil that has shaped our lives and inspired us in many ways. The key is to learn the lessons from these challenges, and use…
Being Wise When You Feel Anxious
We all feel anxious at one time or another. One coping skill that you can use to manage that anxiety is to be wise. But what exactly does that mean? Being wise means knowing yourself well enough so that you can recognize your feelings and know what to do to prevent you from feeling out…
Anxiety Management: Strategies To Alleviate And Cope With Anxiety
Need to develop your coping skills for anxiety? You are not alone. Anxiety is one of the most common mental disorders affecting people today. Almost 18.1% of adults in the U.S. experienced some form of anxiety disorder – post-traumatic stress disorder, obsessive-compulsive disorder and specific phobias –last year. If left unaddressed, anxiety can take a…