Posts in mental health
10 Tips That Have Helped Me Cope with Anxiety

Today is World Mental Health Day! I invite you to be part of the conversation whether you struggle with mental health or not, we can all learn from the experiences of others. I’m pretty transparent about my mental health because 1) writing is therapeutic and helps me cope and 2) I think it’s so important to start the conversation. I’ve struggled with anxiety since I was a kid. I’m 23 and I’ve been in therapy on and off. I’m on meds for anxiety. I have to be careful with how certain foods effects my mental health. And it’s okay to talk about all of that.

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What Does Holiday Anxiety Feel Like? And 6 Tips for Coping

To my loved ones this holiday season, it’s not you it’s me…and my anxiety. This holiday season please don’t be offended if I step away. Togetherness and family time can be great, but it can also be overwhelming for those struggling with mental health. It’s easy for my mind to get over stimulated and shut down at social gatherings. So if I step away…please don’t take it personally.

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