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#LikeFreeMovement
The more we spoke, the more I realized that aiming for fewer likes is a great goal for someone with anxiety. If I learn to share my ideas without expected responses, it will free me to forge new paths. I want to convince each of you to share my goal. The hashtag I've begun using to reinforce this message (even to myself) is #LikeFreeMovement.
Why “Nice” Advice Used to Stress Me Out
When you have an anxiety disorder, you’re used to navigating the world of “life advice” like football players doing the block and tackle. New perspectives are coming at you from all directions, and it’s your job to quarterback yourself through the experience intact. It’s not always easy, though.
In the past few years, I’ve learned that even well-intentioned, “nice” advice needs reframing in order to avoid leaving a mark. It’s just part of having anxiety.
Gawky is a State of Mind
Gawky is an unavoidable part of the journey. Thinking you can skip over gawky is like thinking you can go from being a child to being an adult without living through perms and braces: it just isn't going to happen.
What is "Energy Debt"?
Something her tired voice struck me with a lightening bolt realization. This wasn't just about this Jane Craig and this one event. This was about me, burnout, and all of the Jane Craigs in the world. This was behavior I had seen us all indulging in for way too long.
Seeking: Neuroscientist Interested in Helping People
In particular, I’m looking to create a thread on our community forums called “Ask a Neuroscientist.” I imagine this as a place where members of the community could ask science-related questions and get thoughtful answers. The answers don’t have to be long — just expert approved....
Try: Snowglobing Away Your Thoughts
Last week I received a mysterious package in the mail. In it were many fun anx-positive crafty treats including fake tattoos, scratch and sniff stickers, and a monocle that made everything look rainbow when you looked through it.
Why I Would Never Create a Donation Page
For the past two years I’ve been working on a website to help people struggling with stress, anxiety, perfectionism and overthinking. In that time, many well-intentioned friends have suggested that I ask for donations to support my work. My response: "No way."
Why all the head shaking? This post explains it all.