Anxiety can often feel like an overwhelming presence, impacting our daily lives in countless ways. However, overcoming anxiety can unlock doors to a world of opportunities and joy. Let’s delve into the profound benefits of overcoming different types of anxiety and how these changes can transform your life. Social Anxiety: Stepping Out with Confidence Social […]
I want to shed light on the diverse experiences of individuals living with anxiety. Anxiety disorders can manifest in various forms, such as panic disorder, post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD), generalized anxiety disorder (GAD), and social anxiety disorder, each affecting people in unique ways. Today, we will read the personal stories of four anxiety sufferers: Sophia, […]
No one likes to feel stressed or anxious, so when anxiety endures, its impact can range from a simple worry to a range of physical symptoms which can affect your health. Whether your anxiety is an isolated event due to high stress, a recent physical/medical trauma event, or you are a victim of a chronic […]
I imagine getting pierced with a needle is not something we particularly enjoy thinking about each day. But, for some it gets even worse. Just the thought of being injected can produce anxious and phobic reactions such as sweaty palms, dizziness and heart palpitations.
Under normal circumstances, someone beginning to struggle with their mental health would be advised to build resilience by connecting with friends and family, going to the gym, volunteering or even taking a holiday. Much of this has become either illegal or almost impossible to do under lockdown.
A celebrity may project an image of success and control, living an enviable lifestyle in the mainstream media. But even some global superstars, models, actors and sporting heroes suffer anxiety. They’re only people, after all. Here are just a few famous names explaining what helps when they feel anxious. 1) Singer Adele always seems perfectly […]
Unless you are definitely 100% hungry, your food cravings may well be a distraction, a security blanket or a mask that conceals a hidden need. As sinister as that sounds the craving is serving you in what it thinks is a positive way. Often cravings start when you’re feeling stressed or emotional. The cravings provide […]
Like depression, anxiety can be an overrated mental health issue. We all suffer from anxiety sometimes but how do we know when it’s time to seek help? What are the real symptoms of anxiety? And what are its causes? Anxiety is the most common mental health condition among many developed nations, such as Australia, the […]
Falling asleep may seem like an impossible dream when you’re awake at 3 am., but good sleep is more under your control than you might think. Following healthy sleep habits can make the difference between restlessness and restful slumber, even for those whose sleep is affected by insomnia, jet lag, or shift work. #1 […]
it’s postnatal Depression Awareness Week 15 November – 21 November, 2015 Help raise awareness and funds to fight perinatal depression and anxiety (during pregnancy and after birth) during Postnatal Depression Awareness Week. More than 1 in 7 new mums and 1 in 20 new dads are diagnosed with postnatal depression every year in Australia; over […]
It’s FACT that obesity increases the risk of cancer. For every five-point increase in a person’s body mass index (BMI), there is a 62 per cent added risk of cancer in the uterus, and 25 per cent for kidney cancer – new research revealed. The study, published in the Lancet journal, analysed data involving more […]
Did you know that most children experience various forms of anxiety and stress from the moment they are born? Sometimes, it is easy to spot whether a child is anxious by their crying and clinging behaviour. But as they advance in age, children may start hiding their anxiety. Nevertheless, it will still reflect in their […]
So, what is Panic? “A sudden sensation of fear which is so strong as to dominate or prevent reason and logical thinking, replacing it with overwhelming feelings of anxiety and frantic agitation consistent with an animalistic fight-or-flight reaction”. Most people panic from time to time and if not controlled, panic can turn into a debilitating […]
Self-confidence is important in all aspects of life. It is also a valuable component to achieving success in school, at work, or in business. Confidence gives us the ability to communicate with others and build relationships. Confidence allows us to overcome challenges the come our way. However, some people lack enough confidence to pursue their […]
Too often, when it comes to weight loss, our biggest enemy is no one but ourselves. Our negative thought patterns, along with our false beliefs and perceptions about fat loss, prevent us from reaching our goals. So if you really want to see results, here are some of the major negative thought patterns that you […]
