One of the reasons I don't like to go anywhere is my fear of passing out in public. Until recently, I thought I was alone in this somewhat irrational fear of fainting when I leave the house. Like with most things, there are others out there who fear this! Turns out that people with an anxiety disorder often fear fainting, although it rarely happens. Panic attack symptoms are ... continue reading...
How to Feel Safer Walking the Dog Alone
Walking the dog alone is a great way to connect with your four-legged family member. Unfortunately, it's also a great way to get inside your own head. If you have any sort of tendency toward ... continue reading...
How to Handle Fear of Driving Over Bridges
Fear of driving over bridges is common. I have it. My mom has it. I have friends who have it. Of course, those who don't have this fear don't really understand it. After all, bridges seem to be so ... continue reading...
Protect Your Mental Health in 2020 – Reminders
It's more important than ever to protect your mental health these days. Controlling anxiety is an extra challenge lately. On top of our everyday stressors, 2020 has tossed us so many other reasons to ... continue reading...
How to Keep Wasps Away at a BBQ
Do you decline outdoor invitations because you don't know how to keep wasps away? Maybe you'd like to host a BBQ at your house but your own fear of wasps is making you overthink it? Of all the overthinking that follows an ... continue reading...
5 Major Reasons to Fear a Run in the Woods
If you run in the woods vs. the treadmill, there are precautions to take to stay safe. Exercising outside is usually more appealing than the monotony of indoor workouts. However, the fear of running outside alone can ... continue reading...