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The Life You Have vs. the Life You Want
The Unexpected Path to PurposeHow Life’s Twists and Turns Lead Us to Who We’re Meant to Become What did you want to be when you grew up? What did you want to do? Or maybe the better question is, who did you want to be? And are you that person now? You had expectations forContinueContinue reading “The Life You Have vs. the Life You Want”
Who’s in charge, you or your anxiety?
Anxiety is not fun. It’s also very normal, and a certain amount is necessary. We all experience anxiety from time to time. But sometimes anxiety takes on to much of a role or gains too much influence over us, to the point where it interferes with our day-to-day well-being. If anxiety is an issue for you, here are some ways we can work together.
Don’t let depression keep you down
When a plant or a flower in your garden doesn’t get the right amount of sunlight or water, or if the soil lacks nutrients, what happens? It withers. Something very similar happens to us, when our needs are not met, and we call it depression.
When Thinking Becomes Catastrophic
Catastrophic thinking is when a person routinely expects the worst to happen. Even when there is little evidence that catastrophe is imminent, catastrophic thinkers find a way to imagine it. This is a great skill to have if you build bridges or skyscrapers for a living, or want to prepare for zombie apocalypse. But for many, it’s a type of negative thinking that can cause unwelcome anxiety and stress.
‘Breathing in Shapes’ to Reduce Anxiety
How we breathe is something most of us rarely think about, but it plays a crucial role in regulating our mind and body. Breathing in “shapes” helps shift our focus away from anxious thoughts and towards a sense of calm and stability.
Michael D. McVey, LMFT 