We are undoubtedly in strange and unprecedented times and whilst that word is bandied about a lot at the moment it is truly a period of uncertainty. We have no point of reference with a viral crisis on this scale. We have no idea if and when we might catch it, its severity or how…
I remember talking with a financial advisor for the first time and they asked me a question. “On a scale of 1-10 how comfortable are you with taking risks?” It’s not something I had previously ruminated but when pushed for an answer I had to admit my score was low. You see those of us…
When anxiety first appears or existing symptoms spiral beyond control the GP surgery is most likely the first port of call. Often we don’t understand where the uncomfortable feelings are coming from or what is actually happening to us. It is frightening and debilitating but It’s reassuring to know that we have medical care available…
A United States cross sectional study (1) in 2018 found that anxiety was in the top three reasons for taking CBD oil alongside pain management and depression. The most recent psychiatric morbidity survey (2000) indicates that there are 3 million people in the UK suffering from an anxiety disorder. This makes it a common problem…
Part of the process of overcoming anxiety is letting go and this can be difficult. The question is why would we hold on to something that causes such discomfort? We often times cannot see the very thing that creates the anxious thoughts or feelings. The familiarity of a situation keeps us within its fold. Our…
Want to reduce stress in your life? Try practicing and embodying some key values that lower those anxiety levels. A value or virtue is a character trait, belief or even habit that is deemed morally good. Virtues, when practiced, benefit us individually and collectively. They are the corner stones of society. Not only good for…