One of the things that has helped me most has been keeping a bookmark folder full of anxiety resources, pictures of adorable puppies, or other things that I find interesting. It's been really cool to have a bank of go-tos that can cheer me up, remind me that I'm not alone, offer advice, or just … Continue reading Weekly Roundup 11.6.16
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The Collective
I met Tabitha years ago when she was first dating my very good friend Adam. We were at his brother's then-girlfriend's kid's birthday party (say that five times fast), and the theme was to dress as your favorite villain. My date was Scar from The Lion King, I was Ursula from The Little Mermaid (I think?), and … Continue reading The Collective
Wait for love
Last weekend the dude and I went to see two of our friends get married, and let me tell you, that shit was amazing. Not only was the wedding gorgeous - married on a hill at sunset with a reception in a colonial house and barn in freaking Nashville - but I honestly just couldn't … Continue reading Wait for love
How I wish people would talk to me about anxiety
It seems like you're not really yourself today. Is there something specific going on that you feel like talking about? If not, that's ok. Just know that I'm here to listen if you choose to say something. You're feeling anxious? How can I help you? I'd be happy to run to the corner store and … Continue reading How I wish people would talk to me about anxiety
Change of Time
HIIIIII. I'm doing poorly at posting as often as I usually do. I'm sorry about that. There's a lot happening. First up, as I've mentioned, the new school year has been pretty good. But stressful. I feel like I've been playing catch-up since we started, and though I know that won't always be the case, … Continue reading Change of Time
But, these go to eleven
My mom and I have been talking a lot about my GAD (Generalized Anxiety Disorder) lately, and I kind of love it. I love that she wants to know. It shows me that she doesn't see me as weak or broken or fucked up; she's approaching this the same way she learned how a car … Continue reading But, these go to eleven
Days like this
Oof. Today was the worst day I've had in a long while. It wasn't one of those ramped up, scared, fight or flight days. It was a sad and overwhelmed day, which I guess I don't write about much. I felt pretty ok this morning, but as the dude and I were getting ready to … Continue reading Days like this
What it’s like to be the partner of someone with anxiety
The dude has graciously agreed to answer some questions about what it's like to be the partner of someone with anxiety, because he's the best. Please forgive my crying and general smittenness - I'll try to keep it to a minimum. Tell us a little bit about yourself and your general experience with anxiety. … Continue reading What it’s like to be the partner of someone with anxiety
Check out my article on Greatist!
So, many of you know that I write stuff on The Mighty, but I've also started writing for Greatist.com. I love them - they're like BuzzFeed but less shaming (seriously, WHY is there a post called "Can You Name Theses 90s NFL Stars?" ? That's just setting me up for feeling like shit). They also … Continue reading Check out my article on Greatist!
And we’re back!
Can we just talk about how awesome vacation is? I feel like this is a thing that people know - and that I guess I kind of know, too - but it has been a really long time since I've had a vacation that wasn't overshadowed by anxiety. Even with my family, there's always some … Continue reading And we’re back!
it's only fear 