Anxiety can be difficult to live with. But there are many natural ways to deal with it.  Can’t sleep? Short of breath? Nauseous? Stressed? Having dark or negative thoughts? Feeling like no matter what you do, you are just not good enough? That’s called anxiety. And you’re not alone.  When you’re stressed and anxious, daily situations can seem impossible to handle. And the sad truth is that, as women, we are almost twice as likely to be affected by anxiety than men. We like to think that perhaps this has something to do with women maturing faster, meaning we’re more...

Exercises to Help Reduce Stress Although worrisome thoughts and anxious feelings can become overwhelming, there are some ways to help with these feelings.  These natural exercises will help you to start reducing your feelings of stress quickly, safely, and effectively.   Option #1: Practice Mindfulness  Becoming more aware of the present moment can help us enjoy the world around us and understand ourselves better. When we become more aware of the present moment, we begin to experience things that we have been taking for granted.  How to be more mindful: Notice the everyday Keep your routine regular Try something new Watch your...

Daily Nervousness and What It Means For You Worry is a normal part of life, and can even be helpful in some instances. We often worry about things that are present in our lives, such as finances, work, and family. This worry has the potential to help us make good decisions in these areas. During times like these, feeling worried can be perfectly normal. But some people find it hard to control their worries. Worry that can develop into feelings of anxiety are more constant and can often affect people’s daily lives. Below are a few signs which can represent...

Types of Anxiety If you are experiencing anxiety, then you are not alone. Millions of people around the world each year struggle with the stress and worries that life brings their way. Some people can cope with acute stress effectively by using specific skills and interventions that allow them to approach these challenging emotions. Others deal with the impact of anxiousness throughout their entire lives because of how these feelings impact them. With this information, you can speak with your doctor about any concerns and how it may be possible to treat the symptoms of your stress and worry.  ...