Anxiety

Uncertainties and the Crèche     

Kneeling by the table, I place the angel of this beloved crèche behind Mary. Mary is reclining with the Christ child at her breast. Joseph, comforting, is close by. I reach in and position the sheep next to the shepherds, the ewes nursing their lambs. I pause imagining the cry of the babe and the…

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My Book is Now Available

I am happy to announce that my book, “Living a Full and Joyful Life with Depression and Anxiety” is now available on Amazon. Search for it with the words “Elaine H. Quinn.” (There is another author by the name of Elaine Quinn, so it helps to add my middle initial “H.”) For your convenience I…

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Needing a Bigger Nail

I volunteered to fail. I keep reminding myself of this, yet rejection hurts, even when you plan on it. I think it would help if I understood why I was being rejected. Yet, these rejections have come in the way of form letters. “Thank you for your submission. After careful consideration, we have decided not…

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Pull Out Your Pretty Dishes and Feed Your Soul.

photo credit – NatalieBoswellPhotography   I recently had a great experience in finding joy. While I was visiting my friend, Jill, I went to the kitchen for a drink of water. I opened the cupboard to find an array of beautiful crystal glasses. I thought I must be looking in the wrong place, so I…

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Before and After – Healing from Depression

Healing From Depression Healing from depression can be a lot like home renovation shows. I love watching HGTV and seeing homes renovated. The “before” and “after” scenes are amazing! And when I see the finished project, I let out gasps of astonishment! So, when my husband, Mark, and I purchased a 100-year-old house for a…

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Some Symptoms of Anxiety

A Check List

“Anxiety makes you want to unzip your skin and climb out” The following is a list of symptoms of anxiety. Worry too much about everyday things Have trouble controlling your constant worries Know that you worry much more than you should Hard to concentrate Easily startled Hard time falling or staying asleep Feel tired all…

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