Understanding is progress – “Anxiety” Pt.2

Understanding what’s behind my feelings: Sometimes, it’s hard to say what causes anxiety or anxiety-related feelings. In our last post, we discussed defining and adopting different vocabulary for what we may be experiencing. I’ve listed a few personal things that have influenced how I feel and react to everyday situations. People’s perceptions: Worrying about whatContinue reading “Understanding is progress – “Anxiety” Pt.2”

More benefits of Journaling [Healing Series continued] Pt2

Although journalling or diary-keeping have effective coping strategies it doesn’t replace the need for social interactions and people. We are social beings in need of affection, approval and reassurance. It’s in our genetic makeup.

The benefits of journaling? from a journal-keeper [Healing Series pt1 of 2]

By the end of this post, I hope I might persuade an aspiring journal writers to put it to paper. And join the other journal-keepers on a journey to self-discovery and healing. For those who have been active one’s writing pursuits keep at it. You are not alone. If you’ve taken a break from journalingContinue reading “The benefits of journaling? from a journal-keeper [Healing Series pt1 of 2]”

Facing ‘Social Anxiety'(sa) in a Social World & becoming victorious step-by-step.

Relief This topic comes from a hard place. For those who have not gone through a phase or even a lifetime of what presents itself as anxiety or social anxiety (sa). This post may seem foreign but beneficial for insight and clarity on the subject. But for those who have been there: amid the racing hearts andContinue reading “Facing ‘Social Anxiety'(sa) in a Social World & becoming victorious step-by-step.”

Football, Prince William and Our Mental Health on BBC iplayer.

https://www.bbc.co.uk/iplayer/episodes/m000jkbr/football-prince-william-and-our-mental-health (Available on BBC iplayer for 29 days, starting from today.) If you have a particular interest in Mental Health or Mental Health Awareness in connection to football (and the Football World) or you have suffered Mental health whilst being involved in the football industry this documentary will be ideal for you. Enjoy your evening:)

Inside an ‘Anxious’ Mind – (Part 1) Panic Attacks, Social Anxiety, Phobia, CBT.

Thoughts racing, heart’s pounding, sweaty palms, belly’s churning, mouths dry; body’s trembling. My internal thoughts: ‘I dare not look at the time, just in case it goes even slower.’ ‘They said this meeting will only last an hour, I feel like I’ve been here forever.’ ‘It’s torture sitting here.’ ‘My belly’s churning; I think IContinue reading “Inside an ‘Anxious’ Mind – (Part 1) Panic Attacks, Social Anxiety, Phobia, CBT.”