anxiety
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The Easiest Way to Silence Your Inner Critic, According to a Therapist
The way we talk to ourselves can be decidedly harsher than the way we talk to others. In fact, many of us are stuck in a toxic feedback loop with ourselves that is more damaging than we might think. And part of the problem of a negative inner monologue is that we’ve become so accustomed…
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Use the Two-Minute Rule to Stop Procrastinating
Even when overwhelmed by looming tasks, there’s an easy way to knock out several of them to gain momentum. It’s called the “two-minute rule” and it can help you be more productive in school, work, and at home.
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How to Get off the Hamster Wheel of Overthinking, According to a Psychologist
Let’s chat about overthinking. If you’re someone who finds you tend to get wrapped up in consuming thoughts (often of the anxiety-inducing variety), chances are you’ve tried to talk your brain out of jumping to conclusions, dwelling on events you can’t control, or picturing the worst case scenario – on repeat. The thing is, no…
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How to Manage Your Anxiety During the Holidays
For many of us, the holiday season brings added responsibilities, obligations, and the unspoken pressure of perfection. “The most wonderful time of the year” can be an especially anxious time for those with high-functioning anxiety.