Mindfulness Practice

Anxiety Isn’t a Choice—It’s a Trauma Response (And Sometimes It Feels Like a Full-Time Job) Ah, anxiety. That uninvited house guest who shows up at the worst possible moments, like during a job interview, at a romantic dinner, or when you're trying to fall asleep. You didn’t choose it. You didn’t send it an RSVP. And yet, here it is, unpacking its bags and reminding you of every awkward thing you’ve ever said since 1997. Fun, right? Let’s clear something up from the start: Anxiety isn’t like picking out what toppings to put on your pizza. Nobody stands in the kitchen, going, “Hmm, should I have extra cheese or a full-blown panic attack about something that happened five years ago? Decisions, decisions!” No, anxiety isn’t a choice—it’s a trauma response, a survival mechanism that’s gone rogue, like a malfunctioning fire alarm that goes off when you’re just toasting bread. Trauma: The Gift That Keeps On Giving Trauma is like that one friend who still talks about their high school glo...

Escaping the Mental Prison: A Journey to Freedom Life can often feel like a mental prison, trapping us in cycles of negativity, fear, and self-doubt. But true freedom is possible when we confront our inner struggles and take deliberate steps toward healing and growth. This journey is continuous and personal, but it is always worth the effort. Facing Our Inner Demons Freedom begins when we face what’s holding us back. It requires us to stop blaming others for our problems and take responsibility for our growth. We must stop avoiding our issues and start dealing with them directly. Letting go of secrets, guilt, and shame, and processing unresolved grief, allows us to heal. We also need to confront traits like stubbornness and resentment. By releasing these emotions, we can free ourselves from their grip. Facing our fears, learning to stop judging, and forgiving ourselves and others are all essential steps in breaking free from this mental prison. The journey to mental freedom is ongoing....