Isolation is not your friend. Isolation can lead to more anxiety, depression, and even a less fulfilled life. Many of you isolate to cope with intense anxiety. I used to do the same thing. When I used to get panicked - especially at night - I'd run to my room and close the door. I'd lay down for hours waiting for the anxiety to lift so that I could continue doing whatever I needed to. Eventually I reached a point where I could resist the urge to isolate. I learned that the more I challenged the urge to be alone the easier it became to
Are You Anxious About the 2012 Apocalypse?
Imagine looking up and seeing an enormous ball of fire falling from the sky. Where would you run to? What would the moment before impact be like? Seems dramatic right? Yet that's precisely what some people think will happen on December 21, 2012. I don't buy it. I don't believe the world will end on any predetermined date. But a lot of people do. About 10% of the population believes the world will end on December 21, 2012. Some folks have even contemplated suicide to avoid the pain of anticipation. People have written about the 2012
How to Conquer the Fear of Flying
As an anxious person it's easy to develop new fears. You might start out being afraid of crowds, closed spaces, or heights. Over time these fears often merge and create new fears, such as the fear of flying. The fear of flying can become a problem because it can get in the way of so much, like going on vacation, visiting loved ones, or taking a new job. Today I want to help you calm your fears of flying by providing a few helpful tips. Preparation Before the day of your flight a little preparation can go a long way in calming your
Paul Earns His Master’s Degree
Finally, I've done it. I earned my master's degree in counseling psychology. To be honest the whole thing was a little anticlimactic. I was expecting to feel something "big", but I don't. That being said, I am relieved. I can't remember the last T.V. show I followed or football game I watched all the way through. That part was getting old. You know what though? I didn't learn anything new about anxiety disorders or symptoms; it seems that I had that down. I did, however, learn tons about the brain, human behavior, communication, et
Space Jumper Destroys Anxiety
There's a good chance that at some point you've questioned whether or not you can overcome anxiety. That's normal. What can develop from this unfortunately is a strong dose of self-doubt, new fears, and an inability to move forward. Still, there's hope. See, you're not the only one with bad nerves. Space jumper Felix Baumgartner, who recently set the world skydiving record by free falling 126,720 ft (24 miles), has also experienced high anxiety. He, however, was able to conquer his fears in spectacular fashion. In an interview with CNN
How to Conquer Your Fear of the Future
We all live with uncertainty. We spend a lot of time fighting it by being avoidant and fearful. The problem is that you're probably losing this fight. I want you to know this though: It's normal to worry. You want to know what's going to happen in the future because you want to plan for, escape from, and survive the future. In this podcast I recommend two ways that can help you conquer your fear of the future. Whether your fears are connected to your health, relationships, or anxiety symptoms, these two steps can make uncertainty more
Antipsychotic Drugs for Anxiety Disorders?
Abnormal anxiety isn't easy to live with. Seriously, who likes panic attacks? But are you willing to take an antipsychotic drug to make it stop? Some people are and I think this new trend is a slippery slope that could turn into a big problem. See, a few weeks ago I had to write a paper about the off-label use of antipsychotic medications for school. Right after I turned it in, like a day after, I ran into this article in the New York Times. In it professor of psychiatry Dr. Richard Friedman argues that unless you have
The Wizard of Oz Guide to Beating Anxiety
Before we get started watch the video clip below. Then I'll share with you some thoughts on why I think it's an important metaphor for what you're going through and how it can help you to reduce, or maybe even erase, your abnormal anxiety. The truth is that I could try to explain to you all the nuances of abnormal anxiety until I'm blue in the face, yet there's a good chance that you'll remain in the dark about the big picture. In this regard, you could stay in the "Why this?" Or "Why that?" mode without ever finding real answers.
To be, or not to be: that is the Question
Today I wanted to check in with you and let you know where I'm at and where I'm going. I've been in grad school for nearly two years working on a master's degree in counseling psychology. The road has been long, sometimes irritating, but so far completely worth it. Now I've come to a crossroads and I want to reach out to you and get your feedback about a decision I'm mulling over. See, I've been on track to become a licensed MFT and LPC. The two licenses basically mean that I'd be a therapist able to treat individuals, families,
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