Tag Archives: anxiety

Ways to Stay Calm

Posted on September 20, 2022 by msw blog

Get that worrisome “thing” checked out You know, that mole, pain, or bump you tell yourself is nothing (you’re probably right!) but that you’re not 100% sure about. Such things can gnaw at you, and research tells us uncertainty is … Continue reading →

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The Humming Breathe

Posted on September 3, 2022 by msw blog

When there’s an anxiety producing event looming -an important-an important presentation, dentist surgery, a first date – you can stat to calm your nerves the day before with this exercise…close your eyes and gently bring your lips together. Inhale though … Continue reading →

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Good Gifting

Posted on September 1, 2022 by msw blog

Trust your gut- If you see an item that reminds you of your wife or your best friend, pay attention. Nothing is better than when a person opens a gift and says, “This is so me!” Shop During the off- … Continue reading →

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Help

Posted on August 4, 2022 by msw blog

Dear God, help me resist the urge to allow fear and anxiety to overwhelm me. Help me treat myself gently and with kindness so that I can in turn give the world the same courtesy. Amen. Positively Purging-I welcome your … Continue reading →

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A Recipe for Healing

Posted on March 17, 2022 by msw blog

At 19, I left my first adult relationship. I lived alone, working for minimum wage at a coffeehouse in Rochester, N.Y. Consumed by anxiety and loss, I stopped eating. Within the month of September, I lost 20 pounds. One afternoon, … Continue reading →

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