Let's be honest, you're a little crazy. You want to know something interesting though? So is everyone else. In fact, researchers have known for sometime that virtually everyone has "crazy" thoughts. What is a crazy thought? Well, I'd say it's any thought that you would prefer not to share with others because it could cause them to think that you are nuts. But the truth is that most people experience intense thoughts related to things like sex, violence and religion. For example, have you ever imagined yourself socking a stranger square in
Here’s How to Get Stress and Anxiety Hormones Out of Your Body!
This week's guest post is brought to by author and certified nutritionist Terry Givens. Terry is the author of the book Reset Your Body which details how you can reverse years of unhealthy living. To learn more about Terry and his series of detoxes visit Resetyourbody.com. - Paul Dooley In America, we, as a society tend to downplay the physical impacts of stress and anxiety. THEY ARE REAL! And they manifest into physical ailments just as easily as bacteria and viruses manifest into ailments. Believe it. HOW? Your body is a very simple
Why Does Anxiety Cause Dizziness?
Dizziness is common among anxious people. In fact, researchers have found a definite link between persistent dizziness and anxiety. This is particularly true if you have a history of panic attacks. Anxiety related dizziness comes in many different forms and can range from annoying to downright terrifying. It can make you feel like the room is spinning, like you're off balance, or like you might fall down. At the height of my anxiety I experienced this symptom a lot and often felt like I was walking on a boat. I remember on one night in
Nature vs. Nurture: What Causes Abnormal Anxiety?
I have to be honest with you, for a long time I didn't care what caused my anxiety. The only thing I really cared about was making it stop. This view, however, wasn't just short-sighted, it was flat-out dumb. In fact, there's good reason to ponder where your anxiety comes from. Mostly, it helps answer crucial questions like why this, why now and why me? The answer to these basic questions can provide critical insight and a massive dose of reassurance. You see, usually when people come down with anxiety, confusion quickly sets in. Clear
The 1 Strategy You Need to Lower Anxiety
If you're struggling with anxiety right now there's a good chance that you feel overwhelmed. You might even feel like you're headed in the wrong direction and like things might get worse. But it doesn't have to be that way. What's crazy is that changing this mindset is relatively easy. All you have to do is rip a page out of your junior high algebra book and apply the concept of simplification. This is where you literally try to find the simplest form of a problem to make it easier to handle. The same concept can be applied to your
Can Exercise Cause Panic Attacks?
Typically, exercise is supposed to be one of the best remedies for anxiety and depression. For example, aerobic exercise has been shown to elevate mood, improve sleep and decrease tension. This is ideal for the anxious person. But what happens when exercise increases anxiety? I once had a client who told me that at the end of his workouts his face would turn white, he'd feel dizzy, and his heart would pound. He was terrified that a panic attack was imminent and that he wouldn’t be able to stop it. There was a time when exercise was a
Are You Really Going to Be Okay?
You're probably not always confident about your ability to be okay. And I understand why. You are filled with doubt, negative anticipation, and fear, which isn't exactly a recipe for confidence, right? When you're calm you can tell yourself a hundred logical reasons why you are going to be okay, and in the moment things feel manageable. But the minute that anxiety knocks at your door, you freeze and wonder if this is the end - the day that your worst nightmare comes to life. This happens for several reasons, chief among them is the fact
9 Ways to Stay Motivated During the Recovery Process
Are you sick and tired of feeling anxious and unmotivated at the same time? Millions of anxious people just like you experience terrible symptoms every day but struggle to do something about it. What if I told you that there was a better way? Well, there is, and today I'm going to tell you how it's done. First, let me back up a bit - when I was at the height of my anxiety I convinced myself that feeling other emotions was bad. Sure, I got anxious, but I couldn't control that. So, to maintain what little control I did have, I bottled-up
This Simple Change Will Double Your Chances of Recovery
My earliest memory of abnormal anxiety centers on my first panic attack. I remember everything about that night, including how confused I was afterward. I imagine that you must have felt something similar when this all started for you as well, right? You ended up confused, mentally paralyzed, and worst of all, stuck in a useless, unproductive cycle of worry and reassurance seeking. This, of course, is a problem if you ever intend to get better. You need direction; a firm expectation of full recovery. Not everyone would agree with me
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