Tag: anxiety
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The Unpleasant Physical Effects of Panic and Anxiety Disorders
Get Pregnant Fast Last week, I found myself in a triggering situation. A disagreement with a relative over the phone and via email ignited a familiar spiral of anxiety that I had thought I had largely overcome. As someone who has dealt with anxiety for most of my life, I had recently been managing it…
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When Anxiety Turns You into a Helicopter Parent: Understanding the Hovering Instinct
Get Pregnant Fast I never envisioned myself as a helicopter parent. If you had asked my pregnant self about my parenting style, I would have painted a picture of carefree children playing barefoot in the yard, climbing trees, and enjoying spontaneous adventures. I imagined them wrestling in the grass, scraping their knees, and drinking from…
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How My Life Would Transform Without Anxiety
Get Pregnant Fast Living with Generalized Anxiety Disorder (GAD) has been a significant part of my life since I was in elementary school, though I didn’t fully comprehend what I was experiencing at the time. I recall constantly worrying about things that seemed trivial to my peers, a persistent weight on my shoulders that I…
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The Constant Quest for Busyness: Navigating Anxiety in Daily Life
Get Pregnant Fast People often ask if I ever take a break. Do I ever slow down or say “no”? How do I juggle everything? Honestly, I’m not sure. Do we ever truly have answers to these questions? We somehow navigate through our days, accomplishing what we can while setting aside what we can’t, only…
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Agoraphobia: The Hidden Anxiety Many Fear to Discuss
Get Pregnant Fast Agoraphobia is characterized by an overwhelming fear of open spaces, crowds, public transport, malls, schools, restaurants—essentially, any environment outside the safety of your home. When you’re caught in its grip, even the thought of an upcoming event or trip can trigger a racing heart and a sense of panic. Often, it begins…
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20 Tweets That Will Help You Laugh About Your Anxiety
Get Pregnant Fast Anxiety is a reality many of us face, and while it can feel overwhelming, finding humor in our experiences can be incredibly therapeutic. Here are 20 light-hearted tweets that perfectly capture the quirks of living with anxiety, helping us to share a laugh amidst the chaos: People with anxiety are often overly…
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Why I Turn to Cannabis for My Vaginal Anxiety
Get Pregnant Fast My gynecologist recently prescribed me Xanax for my anxiety. Apparently, my vagina is more high-strung than I thought and needs to chill out. In addition to medication, I’m also looking into massage therapy to relieve some of this tension—talk about a pampered lady part! You might be thinking, “How does a vagina…
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The Struggles and Realities of Living with Hypochondria
Get Pregnant Fast When you really think about it, the truth is we’re all facing our mortality. Living with hypochondria feels like an endless cycle of fear and anxiety. The symptoms I experienced were always the same, stored in a digital file on my phone for quick reference. I’d report a breathlessness that made me…
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Coping with Baby Shower Anxiety: Strategies for a Stress-Free Celebration
Read more Feeling anxious about your upcoming baby shower? You’re definitely not alone. For many expectant parents, the thought of a baby shower can stir up mixed emotions, especially if the idea of a large gathering makes you uneasy. If you’re unsure about having a baby shower or if the planning process is causing you…
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That Moment When You Realize Your Mortality
Get Pregnant Fast A few months back, I found myself at Universal Studios with my husband, my sisters, and my brother-in-law. We were enjoying a much-needed vacation, kid-free, indulging in rides, junk food, and playful banter with strangers. One evening, amidst the laughter, the topic of death came up. I brought up that eerie sensation…