After a Panic Attack- What to do


After the horrific panic attack explosion at work the other night, I find that my thoughts are starting to get a little crazy. These thoughts have the potential to ruin this day.

I can’t just hope everything will be ok, I have to show up to work later- and knowing what I know about my anxiety patterns, I must prepare and take action.

By the way, I have to throw in a little gratitude here. Thank God in heaven I have done this long enough to know what to do when I go off my rocker with anxiety. So while I certainly would prefer not to have to deal with this, it is what it is, and I am thankful I have tools to help me. Continue reading →

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Anxiety at Work: the Monster Returns

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The monster returns. Last night I did an extra half shift in the Emergency Department to pick up some extra hours, and I had anxiety at work like a nuclear bomb. It was horrible. The shift started at 7pm and went till 1am.

The day at home was uneventful. Boring. I took the dog to the park, did a few errands, watched some TV. Started getting antsy, but no real trigger feelings going on. I was well rested, not hungry, not pms, not sick… Continue reading →

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Plenty hard work

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I just finished a very long day at work. I worked my a@@ off. :)

As most of you know, I am a nurse, and I am so thankful to be working! Coming home after a long shift feels amazingly satisfying.

My body and mind are exhausted, but it feels great. I feel proud that I served my patients well… Continue reading →

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Anxiety Out Of The Blue


I had a little anxiety out of the blue at the grocery store the other day. It was not pleasant, but thankfully I chose to stay and not leave my cart full of groceries.

From the minute I stepped into the grocery store, I felt off. You know that uncomfortable feeling when you feel “potentially anxious” and don’t know why? Well that was me… Continue reading →

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Psst…You Are Beautiful

I was so moved by this Dove commercial. Take 2 minutes and watch:

Look in the mirror and learn to be kind to that person staring back at you. That person deserves to be treated well. Continue reading →

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Daily Rewards

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I intentionally schedule a small reward into the end of each day. It gives me something to look forward to and makes me feel good.

Once I have finished my work, chores, walked the dog for the last time, tended to my kids, finished dishes and laundry, and planned out my next day, I get to indulge myself.

For me, daily rewards are simple, but well thought out. I care enough about myself to plan something nice. Continue reading →

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Overcoming Anxiety- Update: I’m Getting Better

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Here is an update on my journey to overcome anxiety, prompted by this email I received:

Just read the blog it’s so uplifting how well your doing

I need to know what you are doing differently because it is working

I have noticed since you cut down on blogs your new blogs are positive and you are in a wonderful place I am so thrilled you have found peace

I guess what I’m asking is what are you doing that has helped you get through your troubles

Any tit bit will help.

Well thank you for the kind comments. Yes, I am overcoming anxiety and getting better. Actually, when my dad got cancer last summer, my world came to a screeching halt.

I got real serious about my life and real spiritual. Really fast. Continue reading →

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Letting Go Of The Past & The Power of Choice

let go of the pastEvery person that walks this earth has pain in their past of some sort. Letting go of the past and all that pain can be incredibly liberating, freeing, and life- affirming. Today we will talk about how to let go of the past using the Power of Choice.

Do you feel anxious, depressed, disgruntled, low, and don’t know why? Do you ever blame those in your current environment who perhaps have done nothing seriously damaging to you? Do you build a case in your head against others out of minor slights or thoughtless acts? Think about it.

What is really wrong could very well be the result of, and directly traceable to your own early family environment. Think about it... Continue reading →

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