Anxiety can be debilitating emotionally, mentally and physically, inhibiting functioning significantly in everyday life activities. Have you ever found yourself bouncing your knee, chewing your pen cap, scrolling mindlessly on your phone or tapping your pencil on the desk? Yep, that very well could be anxiety related.  It can manifest in other tangible ways in women as well such as muscle tension, headaches, irritability, and nausea, preventing your body from resting when it needs to.

 

It is generally caused by constant thought rumination and worry about things you cannot control, like financial issues, the reactions of others, work performance, or physical safety. Sometimes it can cause episodes of panic where there is difficulty breathing and rapid heartrate. It can keep a person from going outside, pursuing job opportunities or standing up for themselves.  Persistent fear can make it hard to tell what is real and what is not.

 

Jars of Clay can help you to connect with your body in a way that gives you a greater sense of control, as well as the ability to challenge anxiety producing thoughts so that you are able to live fully in the present. Learn how to use techniques to manage fear and induce relaxation. Feel safe again!  Begin incorporating a routine of self-care, so that you can actually enjoy existing and living your best life yet.