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Overcoming Anxiety: A Path to Inner Peace:
Anxiety is a silent companion that can creep into our lives, casting a shadow over our thoughts, emotions, and actions. It's a natural response to stress, but when it becomes overwhelming, it can be debilitating.
5 Proven Techniques to Manage Anxiety
Mindful Breathing: Focus on slow, deep breaths, inhaling through your nose and exhaling through your mouth. This helps calm your nervous system.
Physical Activity: Engage in regular exercise, such as walking, yoga, or swimming. Exercise reduces anxiety by releasing endorphins, also known as "feel-good" hormones.
Grounding Techniques: Use your senses to ground yourself in the present moment. For example, focus on the sensation of your feet on the ground, the sounds around you, or the sensation of the air on your skin.
Journaling: Write down your thoughts and emotions to process and release them. Reflecting on your experiences can help you identify patterns and gain perspective.
Self-Care: Prioritize activities that bring you joy and relaxation, such as reading, listening to music, or spending time in nature.

The Good News
You are not alone, and anxiety is manageable. By incorporating simple yet powerful strategies into your daily life, you can regain control and find inner peace. Remember Guys,
Anxiety is not a sign of weakness, and seeking help is a sign of strength. Be patient and compassionate with yourself as you work through these techniques. Celebrate your small victories, and remember that you are capable of overcoming anxiety and achieving a more peaceful, fulfilling life.
#MentalHealth #MentalHealth #Anxiety #BipolarDepression #BorderlinePersonalityDisorder #Addiction #dissociativedisorders #ObsessiveCompulsiveDisorder #FragileXSyndrome #ADHD #Fibromyalgia #EhlersDanlosSyndrome #PTSD #Cancers #RareDisease #Disability #EatingDisorders #ChronicIllness #Autism #Diabetes #ChronicPain #RheumatoidArthritis #Grief #SuicidalThoughts #MightyTogether #mightypeople

Overcoming Anxiety: A Path to Inner Peace:
Anxiety is a silent companion that can creep into our lives, casting a shadow over our thoughts, emotions, and actions. It's a natural response to stress, but when it becomes overwhelming, it can be debilitating.
5 Proven Techniques to Manage Anxiety
Mindful Breathing: Focus on slow, deep breaths, inhaling through your nose and exhaling through your mouth. This helps calm your nervous system.
Physical Activity: Engage in regular exercise, such as walking, yoga, or swimming. Exercise reduces anxiety by releasing endorphins, also known as "feel-good" hormones.
Grounding Techniques: Use your senses to ground yourself in the present moment. For example, focus on the sensation of your feet on the ground, the sounds around you, or the sensation of the air on your skin.
Journaling: Write down your thoughts and emotions to process and release them. Reflecting on your experiences can help you identify patterns and gain perspective.
Self-Care: Prioritize activities that bring you joy and relaxation, such as reading, listening to music, or spending time in nature.

The Good News
You are not alone, and anxiety is manageable. By incorporating simple yet powerful strategies into your daily life, you can regain control and find inner peace. Remember Guys,
Anxiety is not a sign of weakness, and seeking help is a sign of strength. Be patient and compassionate with yourself as you work through these techniques. Celebrate your small victories, and remember that you are capable of overcoming anxiety and achieving a more peaceful, fulfilling life.
#MentalHealth #MentalHealth #Anxiety #BipolarDepression #BorderlinePersonalityDisorder #Addiction #dissociativedisorders #ObsessiveCompulsiveDisorder #FragileXSyndrome #ADHD #Fibromyalgia #EhlersDanlosSyndrome #PTSD #Cancers #RareDisease #Disability #EatingDisorders #ChronicIllness #Autism #Diabetes #ChronicPain #RheumatoidArthritis #Grief #SuicidalThoughts #MightyTogether #mightypeople

Hey everyone, my latest mental health video is about what to do if you want help releasing negative emotions. The lesson is about the importance of writing things down to get them up and out. If this sounds useful to you, check it out by clicking on the link below:

www.instagram.com/thomas_of_copenhagen

Also, if you have any questions about mental health, please comment below or send me a private message, and I will make a video response just for you.

~ Thanks to all. Thanks for all. ~

#MentalHealth #MentalHealth #Depression #Anxiety #BipolarDisorder #BorderlinePersonalityDisorder #Addiction #dissociativedisorders #ObsessiveCompulsiveDisorder #ADHD #Fibromyalgia #EhlersDanlosSyndrome #PTSD #Cancer #RareDisease #Disability #Autism #Diabetes #EatingDisorders #ChronicIllness #ChronicPain #RheumatoidArthritis #Suicide #MightyTogether

There’s a chapter in my book detailing my love affair with cigarettes (yes, that’s a shameless book plug but trust I have a point) and if I’m being honest, it is a battle that comes up quite often.

And it comes up most often in times of stress and if there is one thing I have been experiencing in the recent present…it’s stress.

I mean- but aren’t we all.

Anyway.

Raising kids is hard and I think raising teens might be harder. Navigating this world that gives us access to all the things presents its own unique challenges and throw in the fact that we are technology-parent-pioneers…

…well let’s just say mistakes are made and tears are shed.

My go to for a quick stress release has always been cigarettes and I’d be lying if I said it wasn’t effective so trust when I say no judgement, smokers.

However, in my experience, relief in the short term doesn’t always provide relief in the long term.

There’s-like-research and stuff that says smoking causes all kinds of problems like lung disease and cancers and just a host of things that if I had a choice- I wouldn’t choose and I guess the truth is I do have a choice.

Not to mention, those teens I’m raising, they’re watching.

They’re noticing.

They are taking stock at how their mother handles stress and if she chooses unhealthy coping mechanisms well then it kind of passively permits them to do the same.

Short story long- a few months ago I picked cigarettes back up because the stress of it all begged for release and when my kids started questioning why there was a smell of smoke (because you can’t hide that stench no matter the effort) I decided that they deserved a better role model and that prompted me to want to make a different choice.

My feed has been full of other accounts sharing the magic of running and the way it can help the mind and let me tell you that I am open to a lot of things but running has always been an “are you insane” proposition but per usual the influencers were effective at influencing.

I decided to start running. Well, if we’re being honest, it is more of a slow jog.

But now I’m signed up for my first 5K and I have been reconnecting with a friend who runs who also happens to offer beautiful support in the hard and my kids have been joining me on occasion and I *think* the long term benefits of running are just better than the consequences of smoking.

Ok. I know they are.

Anyway. I am sharing this to tell you how easy it is to choose a quick release.

A bad habit.

An unhealthy coping mechanism.

It’s easy because instant gratification.

But y’all, we’ll pay for that quick release in the long run (oh would ya look at that pun) Yes, it is harder to choose movement over cigarettes but it does feel better.

I am finding joy in something that never would I ever have thought could be joyful and I just want to tell you that the draw to substances (like nicotine) is powerful but so are we.

It is all hard friends. But- even if it doesn’t feel like it- we get to choose our hard.

Keep going. I promise you’ll be glad you did.
#MentalHealth #Recovery

# Seeking and Healing: A Journey of Courage and Resilience:

Seeking help is the first step towards healing. It's a courageous act that requires vulnerability, self-awareness, and a willingness to confront challenges head-on.

The seeker is someone who recognizes their need for support and guidance. They may be struggling with mental health issues, trauma, or other personal challenges that have left them feeling lost and alone.

Healing, on the other hand, is a journey of transformation and growth. It's a process that involves confronting painful emotions, rebuilding trust, and rediscovering one's sense of purpose and identity.
#MentalHealth #Depression #Anxiety #BipolarDepression #BorderlinePersonalityDisorder #Addiction #dissociativedisorders #ObsessiveCompulsiveDisorder #FragileXSyndrome #ADHD #Fibromyalgia #EhlersDanlosSyndrome #PTSD #Cancer #RareDisease #Disability #EatingDisorder #ChronicIllness #Autism #Diabetes #ChronicPain #RheumatoidArthritis #Grief #Suicide #MightyTogether

Love given freely is one of the most powerful gifts we can offer—not because we expect it in return, but because it enriches our lives and the lives of those around us. Instead of seeking validation or affection from others, focus on how you can give love—through kindness, patience, and understanding. True beauty radiates from a kind heart, and the more love you give, the more it multiplies within you. Remember, love is not about perfection; it’s about intention and connection.

How can you share love today? It could be a kind word, a thoughtful gesture, or simply listening to someone who needs support. Let’s fill the world with goodness and remind each other that love is an endless resource. What do you say?

Also, I make mental health video responses to many of your questions. The latest one is about a simple rule for having good mental health. The lesson is about how you can prioritize yourself and put in the work to make yourself happy about your well-being. If this sounds useful to you, check it out by clicking on the link below:

www.instagram.com/thomas_of_copenhagen

Otherwise, if you have any questions about mental health, please post in my group or comment below and I will make a video response specifically for you.

~ Thanks to all. Thanks for all. ~

#MentalHealth #MentalHealth #Depression #Anxiety #BipolarDisorder #BorderlinePersonalityDisorder #Addiction #dissociativedisorders #ObsessiveCompulsiveDisorder #ADHD #Fibromyalgia #EhlersDanlosSyndrome #PTSD #Cancer #RareDisease #Disability #Autism #Diabetes #EatingDisorders #ChronicIllness #ChronicPain #RheumatoidArthritis #Suicide #MightyTogether

Hey everyone, my latest mental health video is about a simple rule for having good mental health. The lesson is about how you can prioritize yourself and put in the work to make yourself happy about your well-being. If this sounds useful to you, check it out by clicking on the link below:

www.instagram.com/thomas_of_copenhagen

Also, if you have any questions about mental health, please comment below or send me a private message, and I will make a video response just for you.

~ Thanks to all. Thanks for all. ~

#MentalHealth #MentalHealth #Depression #Anxiety #BipolarDisorder #BorderlinePersonalityDisorder #Addiction #dissociativedisorders #ObsessiveCompulsiveDisorder #ADHD #Fibromyalgia #EhlersDanlosSyndrome #PTSD #Cancer #RareDisease #Disability #Autism #Diabetes #EatingDisorders #ChronicIllness #ChronicPain #RheumatoidArthritis #Suicide #MightyTogether

And then, we will all Keep Doing This VITAL, easy, short practice.

One of the many things I learned from the “Resilience Skills” University online course I took that I keep teaching you about here only in this group is that Resilience Needs Mindfulness.

And, 1 of the first things to learn about Mindfulness is how to practice conscious breathing and why.

Mindfulness conscious breathing exercise to practice daily 3 or 4 times—
In/Out: This is the first practice on Conscious Breathing:

breathe in (a good, deep inhale), and say or think “I know that I am breathing in”,
breathe out (a longer, full exhale), and say or think “I know that I am breathing out”

After a while of practicing this, you can shorten the cue words to saying or thinking simply “In” on the Inhale, and “Out” on the Exhale.

“When we continue to practice like this, something wonderful happens—-we stop the thinking.
This is already a miracle happening because when we think too much, we are not truly ourselves. But this way, our mind and our body becomes aligned/in the same place; instead of our body here but our mind is elsewhere— in the past or in the future.

If we practice breathing in and out with some concentration, we attain what is called the oneness of body and mind.
The body and mind are unified and you begin to be there truly yourself.

When you are not really there, you cannot see things clearly and deeply. You miss everything, everything seems to you not clear, vague.”

Running to the future or going back to the past- you miss life, that is only here in the present moment.

Breathing in and out consciously is how to get back to the present moment.

What you are looking for —joy, inner peace, freedom …is all in the present moment.

If you feel agitated and not solid, vulnerable, breakable — then you practice this in order to get solid again:

Practice sitting in a stable position and practice breathing in and out. Saying “breathing in, I see myself as a mountain, breathing out I feel solid.

From time to time, a very strong emotion overwhelms us. That emotion could be anger or despair or fear. And when we are overwhelmed by a strong emotion we feel very vulnerable, like we may die, But we are more than our emotions. We are more solid than we think. And therefore, practicing being solid like a mountain is very helpful.

Source: Thich Nhat Hahn’s The Art of Mindful Living (read by the great man himself on YouTube — I am always so calmed by his voice even.)

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