Everyone ‘falls, fails, or makes mistakes’ in life, it's a normal part of being human. When we face difficulties, we can find ways to keep moving forward by doing what matters to us most, even if it's just one tiny step at a time.

Quote is by Nelson Mandela. #quote #quotes #quoteoftheday #inspirationalquotes

What happens to your anxiety level when you get fixated on the symptoms? It's very common to become fixated on anxiety symptoms. A central aspect of overcoming anxiety is learning how to stop the hyperfixation. I hope this video helps you see one of the ways in which this can be done. See my book 📚Ten Times Calmer for more, it has hundreds of practical tools, insights, and advice on the 'how to's' of dealing with anxiety problems. #anxietytips #anxietyrelief #panicattackhelp #healhanxiety #therapytips #therapytiktok

So many people have been affected by depression at some point in their lives. If you've been affected please know that you're not alone. ✨These are just 5 common signs of depression, though it can affect people in many different ways. Experiences of depression vary greatly from person to person, and so can the symptoms. ✨Information for educational purposes only, not for diagnosis. Always see your doctor to discuss your situation. Please see this link for advice on how to get access to help and support: https://www.nhs.uk/mental-health/ feelings-symptoms-behaviours/feelings-and-symptoms/low-mood-sadness-depression/ Please see this link for local mental health charities: https://hubofhope.co.uk/ #mentalhealth #mentalhealthmatters #mentalhealthawareness #depression #depressionawareness #depressionisreal

What are your immediate reactions to anxiety?

✨Some examples are:
Checking things, checking yourself, asking others for reassurance, googling, going over things again and again, escaping from somewhere...
 
✨The urge to react impulsively to the discomfort that anxiety brings can often worsen anxiety in the long run. The key is to observe your feelings and urges without reacting in ways that reinforce your fears. This is what helps reduce the overall impact of anxiety. 
For more detailed guidance, you can find more comprehensive self-help tools in my book Ten Times Calmer. 📚

Information for general educational purposes only. Always see your own doctor for advice specific to your situation #anxiety #mentalhealth #healhanxiety #anxious #anxiousthoughts #anxietytips #anxietyrelief

Which ones have you noticed? ✨When you notice your anxiety worsening, it's important to take steps to manage it. By taking action early, you're less likely to use negative coping mechanisms that can actually make your anxiety worse in the long term. ✨There are many self-management strategies you can use to help yourself, such as practicing acceptance, reframing anxious thoughts, and changing your reactions to anxiety. Finding regular calming activities is also important. If you'd like some detailed tools, see my book Ten Times Calmer, which is jam-packed with practical strategies to help you manage your anxiety.📚 ##anxiety##mentalhealth##healhanxiety