Anxiety vs. Stress
There are a lot of words pertaining to mental health that are used casually without second thought but actually have a deeper and more serious meaning. Among them are "anxiety" and "depression". In a certain sense it can be seen as a positive thing that the vocabulary of mental health is becoming more normalized, however it's important that the accurate definition of words be fully understood so that we can remain compassionate to those who are suffering. The Mighty published
Breathe. Exhale. Repeat.
The importance of controlled breathing cannot be overemphasized and is an immediate way to help calm the nervous system. Regardless of what's going on in one's surrounding environment, practicing controlled breathing is a great way to relieve stress and feel more centered in one's body. Whatever the feeling in the current moment, whether depression, anxiety, grief, fear, stress, or any other emotion, a few controlled breaths can have an instantaneous effect on one's ability t
