The thing most people don’t realize about dealing with anxiety is that it does not always present itself as anxiety. There are many different ways this feeling arises and shows itself in the life of someone who struggles with these negative, fearful thoughts. Here are a few ways in which my anxiety often presents [...]
Why do I talk about weight loss and trying to stay in shape so much? I do so because for most of my life I was incredibly out of shape and overweight. This picture was taken of me 6 months after my daughter, Lilianne was born. It was December of 2006 and I was [...]
One of the biggest challenges we face, whether you deal with anxiety issues or are just an average person with average fears, is the idea of putting yourself out there. Doing, saying or sharing any type of idea, thought, emotion or stance that isn’t readily accepted can be scary for most people. But [...]
Sometimes I worry that I’m a shitty Dad. I know it’s not true but that doesn’t stop my mind from thinking the thought and worrying it might be true. Sometimes, just the fear something might be true is enough to make my anxiety elevate and bring on compulsive, negative thinking. And even with [...]
So, today I am facing a fear I have avoided for years! The DENTIST!! I have not gone to the dentist for years because of my anxiety and panic attacks. It's one of those little things we don't like to talk about when we face fears that seem like everyday things to everyone [...]
Anxiety, PTSD, depression and other mental disorders often cause people to self-medicate by using alcohol and drugs. This was very true in my case. After years of unhealthy living, both mentally and physically, I took stock of my life and made some major changes. One of the biggest decisions I made was [...]
What is the difference between an anxiety disorder and just being nervous? Are you feeling a bit down or is it something more? What is 'normal' and how do know if we are or are not 'normal'? In this video, I talk about all this and a lot more. This was probably [...]
What is the difference between an anxiety attack and a panic attack? People like to use these interchangeably but they are not the same. As someone who's suffered from both, I share my thoughts on this question and try to end the myth that anxiety attacks and panic attacks are the same. [...]
Relationships can be tough. Learning to be with another person can be a challenge for anyone. But throw in a bit of anxiety, a touch of depression and a pinch of bipolar and a significant other can quickly become an ex! So how can we avoid this from happening and learn to [...]
How can we control our thoughts? Is it even possible or are we simply subject to whatever strange, random and sometimes terrifying thought that pops into our head? Can we learn to control our thinking or will it always control us? For someone who has spent a lifetime learning to quiet the [...]
