Starting the year off on the right foot is important, and a big part of that is making sure you’re in a positive and healthy state of mind. Here are some tips to help you start the year strong mentally: Set goals: Having clear goals can help give you direction and motivation. Take some time to think about what you want to achieve this year, and make a plan to work towards those goals. Take care of yourself: Make sure to prioritize self-care. This can mean taking breaks when you need them, getting enough sleep, eating well, and finding time for activities that bring you joy. Practice gratitude ..read more

Covid-19 Anxiety Syndrome is still causing many individuals to struggle with reintegration into normal life, according to a recent survey conducted by Kingston University in partnership with London South Bank University (LSBU). The government announced intentions to eliminate most Covid-19 limitations on July 19th, according to a recent UK-wide study of 975 individuals conducted in late June. The team’s previous research included a survey of 286 UK-based participants performed during lockdown in February, which revealed that a fifth of those polled had the condition. According to the most rece ..read more

Believe it or not, a person can develop some beneficial personality traits due to their anxiety and they can use these personality traits to their advantage. These personality characteristics can help an individual become a reliable asset at work and in personal relationships. A more compelling reason to recognize the positive implications of anxiety is to assist an individual in overcoming the condition. It’s very difficult to overcome anxiety because the disorder itself can make an individual extremely pessimistic about their future and themselves as a person. Also, anxiety is a highly cycli ..read more

I thought it was about time I did some kind of update on how my old friend Anxiety has been treating me. Well you probably guessed from the title that I’ve been feeling a little Dizzy lately. Anxiety Dizziness is the one symptom that always seems to keep me stuck. I’m trying to reframe my thinking for a change, rather than actually being more dizzy lately, maybe I’m just more aware of my feelings. The post HELP!! I’m Dizzy Again, Or Am I? appeared first on Anxiety United ..read more

There is a growing base of evidence to suggest that exposuring yourself to natural environments can be linked with mental health benefits. Placing yourself nearer to greenspaces has been associated with lowering levels of stress and a reduction in symptoms for depression and anxiety. Of course you can’t argue that there’s definite benefits from the amount of fresh air and Vitamin D you’ll get when your outdoors. But there are more benefits for your mental health while being in the great outdoors. Stress Getting out and about, going for a walk or hike is a great way to help reduce stress. We al ..read more

Try this FREE Mindfulness Grounding Exercise courtesy of Anxiety United Have you ever heard of the term ‘Grounding’? Grounding is a simple but effective Mindfulness technique that can be used to help you when you feel anxiety building. When you feel like the anxiety is taking over, when you feel numb, like you are in a dream, lost in past events, or having an out-of-body like experience. Grounding helps to bring us back to the present moment, the here and now, to help us realise that we are safe and in control of our reality and emotions. It helps us find calm and strength in the present mome ..read more

Have you ever wondered why after an argument, your stomach feels like it’s “tied in knots”? Or why, you get “butterflies” in your stomach before a stressful situation? Have you ever had an unexpectedly long encounter with the toilet that wasn’t triggered by something you ate? One of the most common signs of stress and anxiety is stomach problems. A strong connection between the gut and the brain has been discovered by researchers. Nerves are a plenty in the stomach, just as they are in the brain. The digestive tract and the brain share several nerve connections, making it the largest region of ..read more

Shortness of breath, a racing pulse, chest pain, and an overwhelming sense of fear are all signs of a panic or anxiety attack, and you may believe you need medical attention right away. But do you? It depends on a few things A panic attack isn’t life-threatening. However, the signs are somewhat similar to those of a heart attack or other serious health condition that requires immediate medical attention. How do you know if you need to go to the hospital? Next, ask yourself a few questions. Is this your first time feeling this way? If you’ve never had a panic attack and are experiencing chest p ..read more

It’s not all in your head If you have anxiety, you can find yourself worrying, anxious, or afraid of everyday events. These emotions can be distressing and difficult to deal with. They can also make everyday life difficult. Physical signs of anxiety may also occur. Remember a time when you were nervous. Perhaps your palms were sweaty and your legs were trembling. It’s possible that your heart rate has increased. It’s possible you have felt sick to your stomach. You may have connected these signs to your anxiety. However, it’s possible that you weren’t sure why you were feeling ill. Anxiety aff ..read more

There is no such thing as a fast fix in therapy or in life. Helping a child work through anxiety or trauma is a long process, and it takes time for a child to mature, develop new ways of thinking, and make sense of their experiences. It is beneficial to be patient and careful when dealing with anxious children. Though sometimes you may not have the time to show patience. What if your child is in the midst of having a panic attack and you need to act? Or maybe you’ve just just begun counselling or therapy, but there’s a big event coming up that you fear will create high levels of anxiety for yo ..read more