The trick is to just not want it anymore. ? When stopping smoking, nicotine is NOT the issue. The main problem with most smoking cessation tactics is that they address the nicotine issue, but they all ignore the psychological aspect. It’s like giving Valium to someone with anxiety, without dealing with Read more…
If you feel an anxiety attack coming, there are 5 steps to take to help create progress towards finding symptom reduction and/or relief. These steps might not be overnight magic but can significantly help reduce symptoms of anxiety, trauma triggers, and other unwanted emotions or thoughts. Start with deep breathing Read more…
I keep going on and on about breathing and how it can help you calm down and be more settled. How can such a simple tip even work? What is the biological explanation behind it? The answer is the vagus nerve. First, let me remind you of the “fight-or-fight” Read more…
Good news! Smoking has been in a steady decline for the last few years. However, nearly 80,000 people in the UK die from smoking-related illnesses each year and one in five adults are still regular smokers. So, what is so good about smoking? Before I get to that, let’s get Read more…
Anxiety and lack of sleep feed off each other — they are natural bedfellows. Many people are familiar with this frustrating situation: your mind starts racing as soon as your head hits the pillow. Many things pop into your head: your to-do list, that thing you should (or shouldn’t) have said to your boss, Read more…
Emotions that create unpleasant feelings are often labelled “negative emotions.” Generally, people want to avoid them, push them away, or silence them as soon as they pop up. The thing is that each emotion has its own role and purpose. We have the ability to experience a wide range of Read more…
A lot of people struggle with anxiety disorders, stuck for too long in an unhealthy state, ending up with no motivation for anything. To get unstuck, do something. I know first-hand that the suggestions below can help you more than you might think. You might have to get over that Read more…
When you’re stuck or struggling with anxiety, addiction, etc, asking yourself why is not that important. Why? Let me explain. You may often ask yourself things like: “Why do I feel so low? Why do I always drink too much? Why can’t I stop smoking?” Your brain is an answer-making Read more…
Tips and tricks to help people deal with anxietyWhether you’re suffering from anxiety disorder or you just have an anxious episode like we all have every now and then, I hope you find them useful.(Facebook Live video)
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