We live in a culture of constant motion, a relentless drive to produce and build, where even rest feels like failure.

What lies at the root of our anxiety? Sometimes it’s a specific circumstance, a phobia, or something more profound—a trauma, a relationship betrayal, social rejection.

We've discussed how stress and anxiety trigger our fight, flight, or freeze responses, leading to unhealthy coping mechanisms.

Anxiety isn't always a sign of pathology. It's normal to feel anxious in high-stakes situations, like tense conversations with loved ones.

Our mind drives our brain and body. The mind, representing our spirit and soul, manifests in our brain and body.

Anxiety is something our culture talks about frequently, yet what is it? Dr. Gary Collins defines it as 'an inner feeling of apprehension, uneasiness, or dread accompanied by heightened physical arousal.' This includes muscle tension, chest tightness, racing thoughts, and hot flashes.

If you feel lost, your thoughts racing, and the present moment unbearable, you're not alone. It's like running on a hamster wheel, the more you try to control the feeling, the more it spins out of control. Let's try something different.

There's something stirring in your heart and mind, a whirlwind of thoughts you can't seem to control. otice that the thoughts continue, like background audio. They won't vanish, but you can shift your focus to the present moment.