Life By Design Therapy

  I know what it’s like to live with anxiety, when your body feels tense for no clear reason, your thoughts won’t stop circling, or sleep feels out of reach. For me, it takes me back to college finals week, running on little sleep, jittery from caffeine, and constantly on edge. My body was stuck in fight-or-flight, and no amount of “don’t worry so much” could make it stop. That’s the thing about anxiety: if calming down were that simple, you would’ve done it already. That’s why I’ve learned to turn to practices that meet anxiety where it actually lives…in the body. 🌿 6 Natural Ways to Relieve Anxiety Grounding to Regulate Your Body – Anchor yourself in the present with sensory awareness (what you see, touch, hear, smell, and taste). Breathing to Help Your Body Settle – Slow inhales and longer exhales signal safety to your nervous system. Moving Gently to Release Tension – Stretch, walk, or shake out tension so it doesn’t stay trapped in your muscles. Journaling to Clear Mental...

  Anxiety often makes us feel like we need to think our way back to calm…to fix every thought, find every answer, silence every worry. But peace doesn’t come from perfect thoughts. It comes from reminding your body what safety and ease feel like. Sometimes that looks as simple as softening your shoulders, slowing down your breath, or pausing long enough to notice the ground beneath you. Not because the worry is gone, but because your nervous system can still find moments of relief even in the middle of it. 🌿 You don’t have to hold it all together. You don’t have to earn calm by fixing every anxious thought. Your body deserves these moments of rest…just as you are. ✨ Save this for the days you need the reminder: calm doesn’t mean the anxiety has disappeared, it means you’ve given your body a chance to breathe again. https://www.lifebydesigntherapy.com/

  Is This Anxiety? The Subtle Signs You Might Be Missing Have you ever noticed your heart racing at random times, or your stomach tightening even when nothing is “wrong”? Or maybe your thoughts always seem one step ahead of you, rehearsing conversations, preparing for worst-case scenarios, or circling around a worry you just can’t shake. If so, you might wonder: Is this anxiety, or just stress? I want you to know that anxiety doesn’t wear just one face, and it doesn’t always show up as panic attacks or uncontrollable worry. Sometimes, it’s subtle, woven into your body, your thoughts, your emotions… READ MORE https://www.lifebydesigntherapy.com/blog/nbspholistic-tips-for-healing-your-depression-7t7cg

  Starting therapy can feel overwhelming, but you don’t have to figure it all out alone. 💛 Here are a few of the most common questions I hear (and their answers): ✨ How do I know if I need therapy? If life feels heavier than you want it to, that’s reason enough. ✨ What happens in the first session? It’s simply a conversation to get to know you. No pressure to share everything at once. ✨ What if I don’t know what to say? That’s okay, your therapist will gently guide the process. ✨ Is therapy private? Yes. Your sessions are confidential and protected. ✨ What if I don’t click with my therapist? Finding the right fit matters. If something doesn’t feel right, we’ll help you connect with someone who does. Starting therapy doesn’t have to be scary; it’s just the first step toward feeling more supported and grounded. 🌿 👉 Ready to explore therapy ? Book a call with me today, and I’ll personally walk you through your options and help you find the best fit. https://www.lifebydesigntherapy....

  When your brain won’t stop racing, it can feel impossible to slow down. Overthinking and mental loops are often your nervous system ’s way of trying to find safety by scanning every detail, planning every possibility, or replaying past moments. The problem is, instead of calming you, it usually leaves you feeling more stuck, tense, and disconnected from the present. That’s where journaling can help. Writing your thoughts down gives your brain a release valve. It moves what’s swirling inside of you onto paper, where it feels more contained and less overwhelming. These prompts are designed to help you: 🖊 Break the cycle of mental loops 🖊 Give your body and mind space to settle 🖊 Reconnect with what feels grounding in the moment They’re not about “fixing” anxiety , but about creating small resets that bring clarity and calm. ✨ Save this post so you have the prompts ready the next time your mind feels nonstop. https://www.lifebydesigntherapy.com/

  Sometimes my body feels anxious before my mind does. A tight chest, a stomach that won’t settle, a racing heart out of nowhere. And I catch myself wondering, what if this could be anxiety? Anxiety doesn’t always start with spiraling thoughts. For many of us, it shows up in the body first, restlessness, tension, trouble sleeping, or a heaviness we can’t quite explain. That’s why “just calm down” rarely works. My mind might know I’m okay, but my body hasn’t caught up yet. It needs something different, grounding, breath, gentle movement, or touch to remind it that it’s safe. If your body feels on edge even when your mind seems calm, it might be anxiety showing up in its own way. And that’s not a flaw, it’s your nervous system asking for care. 🌿 💛 If this feels familiar, know you don’t have to figure it out alone. Therapy can give you the tools and support your body needs to find steadier rhythms. Contact us today to find out more info! https://www.lifebydesigntherapy.com/therapy-...