When you feel like you're failing Don't... Compare yourself to othersTurn to social mediaGive upTurn to (old) bad habits Do... Look at past achievementsKeep a journal or planner - plan your goals and record your achievements (not matter how small!)Turn off your devicesFocus on Self CareReach out to friends and familyMake a gratitude journal or … Continue reading When You Feel Like You’re Failing
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Chronic Stress
For as long as I can remember I have been stressed. From finding out about my anxiety when I was around 13, to worrying about weight, appearance, grades, if people liked me, the future, you name it while growing up. At sixteen I landed at my doctors with chest pain, and by seventeen it had … Continue reading Chronic Stress
The Sugar Depression
As some of my posts have mentioned I had gone sugar free and as low carb as possible to try and get healthier. This meant no sugar or artificial sweeteners of any kind. Only natural fruit sugar, and no breads, pastas, potatoes, rice, chips etc. It meant eating a lot of fish and veggies, fresh … Continue reading The Sugar Depression
Quarter Century
Turning 25, a quarter century. You'd think this was super exciting, finally a quarter century old! Maybe it's something scary? Oh no I'm getting older! None of this is relevant when you have a healthy mix of anxiety and depression. Sure I'm freaking out, who doesn't when they turn 25? Who even expects to make … Continue reading Quarter Century