I didn't think I'd see myself writing another post about anxiety - at least not in the context of my current experience. I wrote one particular post a while ago going in depth about my experiences with diagnosed anxiety and agoraphobia; and how receiving cognitive behavioural therapy (CBT) dramatically improved my symptoms. Something I've been… Continue reading The Muddy Waters Of Covert Anxiety
Tag: psychology
Mental Illness + Free Will
I wrote a post about free will as it pertains to abuse a little while ago. The concept of free will interests me on a philosophical and psychological level because I think it's so nuanced. The main question it boils down to are the statements: you can't help it or you can help it. You can't help sleeping all… Continue reading Mental Illness + Free Will
In Defence Of Letting Things Arise
Growing up alongside the internet has to be a very unique experience - one that is very far removed from the way my parents and others from their generation (born in the 50's and 60's) grew up. Having so much information at your immediate disposal is just the biggest luxury. But it can be a… Continue reading In Defence Of Letting Things Arise
“The Good Old Days” – Idealisation Of Childhood + Psychological Regression
I've come across countless people who lament and long for the past, for a simpler time without sadness and worries. Maybe it's because I'm 23 and I don't feel "old" yet (although sometimes I do!) but I find it difficult to relate to this. Maybe it's because I've spent time weeding out the realities of… Continue reading “The Good Old Days” – Idealisation Of Childhood + Psychological Regression
Thoughts On… A Week Of Self Care + Self Protection
The beginning of this week is feeling a lot more peaceful than last. The vital things causing panic last week have, for the most part, been resolved and I feel in a place to be exercising gratitude in a genuine way. Most importantly, my financial security is no longer hanging in the balance. Last week,… Continue reading Thoughts On… A Week Of Self Care + Self Protection
Thoughts On… A Week Of Self Awareness
Training in self awareness came at the perfect time because this week has been pretty hectic. Work has been busy. Like, out of control busy. Like, you know when you have a few really important things that you need to do immediately but you physically can't because you're too busy? You can see tables covered in… Continue reading Thoughts On… A Week Of Self Awareness
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