Anxiety: Journal Prompt 4

The voice of anxiety is distinct from you. It is not all of you, it is one part of you. - Your voice of anxiety has a tone, traits, and an identity. Some have described their anxiety voice as: The annoying friend that talks too much The relenting mother that never sleeps The aggressive storm … Continue reading Anxiety: Journal Prompt 4 →

Anxiety: Journal Prompt 3

Anxiety shows up in your body. It is a signal communicating to you, trying to get your attention. Your body is a guide. Consider the muscle tension that nudges you to set a boundary. Consider the nausea and upset stomach that tells you it's time to make a big decision. - Prompt: Where is your … Continue reading Anxiety: Journal Prompt 3 →

Anxiety: Journal Prompt 2

Managing anxiety begins with your awareness. Consider the experiences likely to trigger anxiety for you. Likely culprits for anxiety triggers can be found in places, conditions, and people. Here are some examples: -Big crowds -Public speaking -Overly demanding people -Tight schedules -Exhaustion - Prompt: My triggers for anxiety are... More on Anxiety Triggers Anxiety: Journal … Continue reading Anxiety: Journal Prompt 2 →

Anxiety: Journal Prompt 1

Anxiety shows up in your expectations—what you hope for and work towards in a day. Expectations like, a hope to feel close in a relationship, to be on time, or meet a goal that's important to you. Anxiety loiters in these spaces because you care about them. Reasonable. - Prompt: My expectations today are to... … Continue reading Anxiety: Journal Prompt 1 →

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Now Available on Amazon Exhaustion in a relationship is a common theme when someone is struggling with an alcohol use disorder. In this book I will provide principles that can equip you to know how and when to set boundaries utilizing your values and needs while accounting for the capabilities of someone struggling with alcohol. … Continue reading Now Available: E-book On Boundaries & Alcohol →

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