A selfish post about my third book – Anxiety is a Worry
Anxiety can feel like a storm raging inside, leaving us feeling overwhelmed and exhausted.
It's that constant knot in our stomach, the racing thoughts that won't let us rest with the fear of the unknown that keeps us on edge.
Anxiety is waking up in the middle of the night, heart pounding, unable to catch our breath. It's the weight on our chest that makes it hard to move, to think, to breathe!
Amid the chaos, it’s worth remembering: we’re not alone. So many others are fighting the same battles, even when it feels like we’re the only one.
They say that it's okay to feel this way.
That it's okay to ask for help.
That it's okay to take a step back and breathe.
There are moments of light, of peace, of strength. Remember those moments, you can if you try.
Anxiety impacts in several ways:
❤️🩹 Physical Symptoms – There can be a constant feeling of restlessness or being, on edge and sometimes even muscle tension or headaches.
❤️🩹Mental Strain: Our mind is in overdrive, constantly worrying about the future or replaying past events.
❤️🩹Emotional Turmoil: We feel a range of intense emotions, from fear and dread to irritability and frustration. There might be moments of overwhelming sadness.
❤️🩹Social Impact: Socialising can be daunting, worrying excessively about what others think of you or fear of judgment and rejection.
❤️🩹Daily Challenges: Simple tasks can feel monumental. Getting out of bed, showering, going to school or work all seem too much.
❤️🩹Sleep Disturbances: We have trouble falling asleep, staying asleep, or experiencing restless nights filled with vivid dreams or nightmares.
You will get through this; you can overcome this and there are many ways of doing so.
The first step is seeking professional help. Then, it is a matter of finding what works for you through trial, after trial, after trial.
We are all stronger than we think we are - if we learn to silence the chatter and calm our minds.
Take it one day at a time, one hour at a time, one breath at a time. It all adds up.
Let’s talk!
Anxiety is a Worry!