An upcoming flight was the source of my anxiety. I recently had knee surgery and the idea of getting my bags to the terminal on my own made my heart race and my thoughts run wild: Assuming I made it ...
“Anxiety is a projection of fear that sends signals to the amygdala and hippocampus in the brain,” explains Melissa Hankins, MD, a Harvard-trained psychiatrist based in Seattle. And in some situations ...
The next time you’re stressed, sweating, or overwhelmed, cross your arms, give yourself a little hug, and start tapping on your shoulders. Angie pulls out the easy-to-do move whenever she’s anxious or ...
As you may know, I have been studying to become a certified yoga therapist with the International Association of Yoga Therapist (IAYT). As part of my practicum, I am required to teach a series of yoga ...
Whether it’s work, school, money or the daily hassles of life, stressors are all around us. While there’s no denying the need to integrate self-care into our lives, many have found that traditional ...
The best part is that you don't need to buy anything extra to get to these pressure points to reduce your anxiety. Taylor Leamey wrote about all things wellness for CNET, specializing in mental health ...