stress

The Uninvited Guests: When Anxiety and Depression Knock

Head sinks into a pillow soaked with tears Heartbeat’s thumping in my ears Chest tightens Body is tense I can feel every muscle in my body contracting Scattered thoughts Nothing makes sense anymore In this present moment I’m reliving past pain And tormenting myself with worry of the future Drowning in overwhelming sadness Longing forContinue reading “The Uninvited Guests: When Anxiety and Depression Knock”

5 Keys to Managing Stress and Letting Go of What We Can’t Control

Let’s continue our chat about stress management while pursuing our goals. I got married 3 weeks ago… The wedding was absolutely amazing and the honeymoon was wonderful! Since returning home, I’ve had to jump back into the swing of things while making adjustments along the way. My To-Do List has definitely gotten longer. Things likeContinue reading “5 Keys to Managing Stress and Letting Go of What We Can’t Control”

The Missing Piece: Goal Setting for the Anxious Mind

As we wrap up 2021, many people have begun to reflect on the year and plan for the next! As we embark upon a new year and set our goals – it is essential for our success that we set SMART goals. A SMART goal is defined as Specific, Measurable, Attainable, Realistic and Trackable. IfContinue reading “The Missing Piece: Goal Setting for the Anxious Mind”

6 Practical Ways to Prevent and Reduce Stress

Stress doesn’t just affect you psychologically but it can take it’s tole on you physically. This is something I’ve struggled with for years and have had to learn how to live a preventive lifestyle doing practical things everyday to reduce the effects of stress. This is what has helped me…

The Purpose in Your Storm

When I graduated High School, I was so excited to begin my college experience at Grand Canyon University. During the first 2 years, I double majored in Music with an emphasis in voice and Psychology. I was pursuing a career in Music Therapy. After 2 years, I dropped my music courses because I was strugglingContinue reading “The Purpose in Your Storm”

Quick Tips for Combating Stress and Anxiety

My heart was racing, my palms were sweaty, my voice was shaky and I was completely flustered.. I’d always dreamed of starting a career, at a large, Fortune 500 company with tremendous growth opportunity. And one day, I was granted that opportunity. I was hired on as a contractor. From day one, I was determinedContinue reading “Quick Tips for Combating Stress and Anxiety”

5 Steps to Bouncing Back

For the past 8 days I have felt exhausted; physically, mentally and emotionally. Not only have I felt exausted, but I’ve felt uninspired and a lack of motivation. When I experience this, I like to take a step back and rest. I’ve used more hours of PTO than I’d like to admit. But, you know,Continue reading “5 Steps to Bouncing Back”