Tag: anxiety
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How to cope with broken resolutions and the mid-January slump
Before reading further, be advised I am not a professional in the field of mental health, and what I share here should never replace the services provided by someone who is trained to help those who struggle with depression, suicidal thoughts, anxiety or other mental health issues. January is a…
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When the world is on fire, and all you got is a garden hose
The earthquake in Haiti. The Taliban takeover of Afghanistan. Racial inequality in America. Global warming. Oh, yeah, and that little thing called, “COVID-19.” The world can definitely seem fuckity fuck fucked, especially now. If you are a worrier like me, who gets anxious and overwhelmed when thinking about all the…
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“Will G-d punish me?” Understanding childhood fear in the age of COVID-19
“Will G-d punish me?” My son asked after admitting he had lied to me earlier that day. The question caught me off guard, because, while my son does have a strong moral compass and feels ashamed when he makes a mistake, never before had he pondered G-d’s involvement in his…
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Writing can save lives
The first few months or so after I gave birth to my first child were a blur of sleepless nights, days without a decent shower, and scrambling to eat to keep up with the never-ending hunger I felt from constant breastfeeding. I was often exhausted, overwhelmed, angry, sad and confused.…
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