Anxiety

I Can't Sleep Without ASMR — These Videos Are Better Than Melatonin

Jul 28, 2025

I Can't Sleep Without ASMR — These Videos Are Better Than Melatonin

Don't expect me to fall asleep without my nightly cranial nerve exam.

I Have Anxiety, but I Refuse to Quit Coffee — Here's How I Make It Work

May 14, 2025

I Have Anxiety, but I Refuse to Quit Coffee — Here's How I Make It Work

Anxious?

How to Combat the Emotional Rollercoaster of "Scanxiety"

May 13, 2025

How to Combat the Emotional Rollercoaster of "Scanxiety"

When Ali Heitz arrived at the hospital for her check-up scan, exactly one year post-breast cancer diagnosis, she thought she was prepared.

"Cozy Gaming" Is Legitimately Good For Your Brain — Here's Why

Mar 11, 2025

"Cozy Gaming" Is Legitimately Good For Your Brain — Here's Why

I've never considered myself much of a gamer.

Breathwork Can Help You Inhale and Exhale Your Way to a Better Mindset

Feb 3, 2025

Breathwork Can Help You Inhale and Exhale Your Way to a Better Mindset

You may think you have this whole "breathing" thing taken care of.

The Best Self-Care and Gratitude Journals For 2025

Jan 24, 2025

The Best Self-Care and Gratitude Journals For 2025

Practicing mindfulness and achieving an inner-zen is (admittedly) much easier said than done — especially these days with so many different distractions right at our fingertips.

The LA Fires Are Taking a Toll on Mental Health — Here's How to Cope

Jan 15, 2025

The LA Fires Are Taking a Toll on Mental Health — Here's How to Cope

For days, uncontrollable wildfires have swept through Los Angeles, reducing people's homes, livelihoods, and sense of stability to rubble.

16 Gifts For People With Anxiety, From Weighted Blankets to Journals

Jan 8, 2025

16 Gifts For People With Anxiety, From Weighted Blankets to Journals

For people with anxiety, sometimes the best gift is one that'll help with rest, relaxation, and decompression.

It's OK If Your Winter Arc Is More of a Winter Slump

Dec 31, 2024

It's OK If Your Winter Arc Is More of a Winter Slump

With the start of the New Year comes a mounting pressure to unlock the best version of yourself.

Do Affirmations Work? A Psychologist Explains Why They're So Effective

Dec 18, 2024

Do Affirmations Work? A Psychologist Explains Why They're So Effective

When life leaves you feeling out of control, there's power in setting positive affirmations.

How to Leave Your Comfort Zone, According to Therapists

Dec 4, 2024

How to Leave Your Comfort Zone, According to Therapists

In June 2019, I wrote the word "ASPIRATIONS" in my journal, all caps and underlined.

How to Tell a Panic Attack From an Anxiety Attack, According to Experts

Nov 27, 2024

How to Tell a Panic Attack From an Anxiety Attack, According to Experts

It's normal to start sweating from time to time when experiencing stress or worry.