Social anxiety is one of the many classes of anxiety disorder. As is the case with the other forms of this condition, the symptoms can be very real to the person suffering from them. In fact, they can be so strong that complete avoidance of triggers is the defense mechanism that kicks in. Understanding the symptoms and what to watch out for can help a person who might have social anxiety realize the need to seek assistance to control and even overcome the condition. [Read more...]
Controlling Your Financial Anxiety!
October 12, 2008 By Leave a Comment
Are you feeling some Financial Insecurity? Most of us are concerned if not anxious.
Most people are paying close attention to the dramatic changes in world financial markets. We can not avoid the media frenzy and the feeling in the pit of our stomachs. Have you lost any sleep thinking about what has happened and wondering about what will the future bring? Some people get that pain in the neck or shoulders, or a tighter than normal jaw, as we attempt to control the upheaval in the financial world by the force of our “will.” Many people are checking their blood pressures or finding an elevation in their heart rate as we respond to the drama…
You Can “Think” Yourself Into An Anxiety Attack
October 9, 2008 By Leave a Comment
It seems odd, but you can actually think yourself into an anxiety attack. But if this is true, then you should be able to think yourself out of one. Your thoughts are what control your reactions to situations. You can choose to deal with a situation in a calm and rational manner, or you can let anxiety take hold. Everyone has qualities that make them very special, but anxiety can mask those capabilities. When you’re overcome with fear about something, it leads to inaction. [Read more...]
Stress Relief Is More Important Than Many Realize
October 5, 2008 By Leave a Comment
Stress is directly and indirectly related to a score of very serious medical conditions. From heart disease and cancer to headaches and stomach disorders, this very real mind-body reaction to outside pressures and internal worry can take its toll on a person’s life. When it becomes too much, stress relief is often called for. [Read more...]
