The outbreak of Coronavirus Disease 2019 (COVID-19) may be stressful for people. Fear and anxiety about a disease is often intimidating, and may cause you to become overwhelmed. Strong emotions can arise. Coping with stress during times like this will make you stronger in dealing...
Grounding is keeping oneself in control of personal emotions during a time of chaos. How then can we remain grounded as we live through the COVID-19 pandemic? Here are some ideas: Find balance between the chaos, and calm. Go outside, and become more aware of...
If you polled each one of my friends, they would likely say I am introverted and awkward around in new situations. For me, it’s about creating safety and acceptance and when that’s missing, I am definitely awkward. While it takes me time to warm-up, this...
If you’re like most people, you are doing your best to stay calm during COVID-19 pandemic. But that can feel incredibly difficult at times. When not worrying about friends and loved one’s health, there’s also the conflicting information provided by the media and the economic...
For many, childhood is the most wondrous and exciting time in a person’s life. But even when a child is growing in a loving and stable family environment, they can feel fear and anxiety. Think back on your childhood. Everything new was something to be...
According to the Anxiety and Depression Association of America, 15 million U.S. Americans, or 6.8% of the population, suffers from Social Anxiety Disorder (SAD). SAD, also sometimes referred to as social phobia, is an intense fear of social situations. The sufferer believes they could become...