Anxiety
Remembering
It’s February and its negative 4 degrees outside with snow coming steadily down. So, I decided what better time to stay inside and get a head start on spring cleaning my basement. Downstairs I found myself going through a box of photos. I came across a snapshot from a family trip 19 years ago…
Stillness
I love the hustle and bustle of Christmas time. I take delight in the many events, traditions, and preparations unique to this time of year. It is easy, however, for me to allow these good things to turn into too much busyness. Today, I have been contemplating how to better incorporate into my life…
Big Red
Scanning my boarding pass, I walk onto the airplane. Let’s see 12-C, here I am. I sit down and pull my book out of my purse, then place my purse under the seat in front of me. I am looking forward to just sitting, relaxing, and reading. On board I breathe out a sigh of…
Anger and Depression
My brain is not connecting the dots. I was just so frustrated. It seemed simple enough – shoes first, pants next, don’t forget my hair towel. I don’t enjoy packing for trips, so I made up a check list to try and make it easier. Today I am staring at the list and still…
Grounded – Managing Anxiety
A gorgeous view “Do not go to the edge. You could lose your balance and die,” our guide, Doug, warned. On a weekend trip to Moab, Utah to have a reunion with a few former high school friends, I found myself in a jeep four-wheeling to the top of a mountainous area called Gemini Bridges….
Brain Strain and Decision Fatigue
I am sitting working on my laptop designing a flyer for a neighborhood meeting. I want it to look professional. I click into the ribbon of Microsoft word to review my fonts. I have over 200 fonts to choose from. Hmm, which one should I use? Next, I need to research a procedure my doctor wants…