Eric avoided doing lots of things in life, from going to the dentist to paying his taxes. He avoided anything that might cause him any anxiety. This inevitably caused him even more anxiety. Eric ...
When motivation is low and everything feels harder than it should be, these small shifts can make a big difference in nudging ...
Families are complicated, right? Sometimes, you might not even notice when avoidance becomes the glue that holds everything together—or tears it apart. You find yourself walking on eggshells, dodging ...
This week you will learn more about avoidance and why avoiding things that make you anxious will not help you overcome your anxiety. You will also learn about behaviors that we call “quick fixes” ...
Whether it's avoiding the news or checking a bank account, adults often deal with uncertainty by switching off and not seeking knowledge – even when that knowledge could be of benefit to us. Now ...
When anxiety strikes, self-awareness can morph into toxic rumination. Here's how it can deepen your crisis instead of helping ...