Triggered by Your Partner? Here’s How to Recenter Yourself

Even in the healthiest relationships, we can sometimes find ourselves feeling unexpectedly hurt, anxious, or reactive. Many of us carry stored memories, unresolved emotions, and even past trauma into our partnerships. While we may have done a lot of healing on our own, certain behaviors from our partners can still activate old wounds.

When this happens, it’s not about blaming ourselves or our partners—it’s about learning how to understand, regulate, and respond from a place of clarity and compassion rather than reactivity. Below are steps to help you navigate triggers with more awareness, connection, and emotional safety.

Understand the Trigger

Self-awareness is the first step to healing. When you feel triggered, pause and check in with yourself.

Ask:

• What just happened? (Describe it factually, without judgment)

• What am I feeling in my body right now?

• What did I think was happening?

• Does this remind me of a past experience?

• Is this reaction about my partner—or something unresolved within me?

These questions can help you separate the present from the past, creating space to respond rather than react.

Practice Self-Regulation

Before addressing the issue with your partner, it’s essential to calm your nervous system. Regulating your body helps you feel safe enough to respond thoughtfully rather than react emotionally.

Try these somatic regulation strategies:

• Deep breathing

• Going for a walk

• EFT tapping

• Placing an ice pack on your neck or wrists

• Practicing mindful awareness

You can also use this self-soothing script: “I’m feeling triggered. This is a feeling, not a fact. I am safe. What do I need right now to feel grounded?”

Check Your Assumptions

When we feel hurt or activated, our minds often fill in the blanks with old stories or fears. This can lead to misunderstandings and unnecessary conflict.

Reflect:

• What story am I telling myself about my partner’s actions?

• Did I clearly communicate my needs or expectations?

• What would change if I assumed positive intent?

• What would I say if I allowed myself to be vulnerable?

Challenging negative assumptions helps shift the dynamic from defensiveness to curiosity and connection.

Explore the Disappointment

Disappointment is natural in any relationship. No partner is perfect, and even well-intentioned actions can sometimes hurt.

Ask yourself:

• What was I hoping would happen?

• Did I express that hope or need clearly?

• What values or needs of mine feel unmet?

• How can I express this without blame?

Owning your feelings and speaking from that place can open the door to deeper understanding and repair.

Rebuild Trust in the Present

When past wounds are triggered, it’s easy to lose sight of the trust that’s already been built.

Ground yourself in the present by asking:

• What has my partner done to show care, love, or respect?

• What small moments of safety, joy, or connection have we shared?

• What do I need now to feel safe, seen, and supported?

Remembering the positives helps rebalance your nervous system and reinforces the foundation of your relationship.

Communicate Mindfully

Once you’re calm, let your partner know what’s happening in a grounded, honest way.

Example: “I’m feeling triggered right now. I need a moment to calm my body, and then I’d like to come back and talk about it with you.”

Use “I” statements to express your experience without blame: “I felt hurt when our plans changed last-minute, because I really value feeling considered. Can we talk about how we can be more proactive in the future?”

Avoid: “You never consider me.”

Create a Trigger Translation Guide

Mapping out your common triggers can help you shift from automatic reaction to conscious response.

Example:

• Trigger: Partner doesn’t text back

• Underlying fear: “I’m being ignored, like in my last relationship”

• Reframe: “They’re likely busy and will respond when they can”

• Healthy response: “I can talk to my partner about our communication preferences and needs”

This helps you identify patterns, reduce emotional intensity, and respond from a more grounded place.

Clarify and Honor Your Boundaries

Create a “Boundaries Journal” where you explore:

• What are my emotional boundaries?

• How can I communicate and honor them?

• What helps me feel emotionally safe?

This process helps you stay connected to your values and clearly advocate for your needs.

Practice Affirmations for Secure Attachment

Speak kindly to yourself when you’re feeling vulnerable:

• “It’s safe to ask for what I need.”

• “I am not too much.”

• “I am allowed to feel and to heal.”

• “I don’t have to earn love. I am worthy of it.”

Shift the Perspective

When you feel stuck in fear or reactivity, gently ask yourself:

• “How can I see this differently?”

• “What would love do right now?”

• “How can I come from a space of love instead of fear?”

This mindset shift can soften defenses and re-open the door to connection.

Final Thoughts

Every relationship will have moments of miscommunication, disconnect, and emotional activation. It doesn’t mean the relationship is broken—it means you’re human. What matters most is how you and your partner repair and grow from those moments. Your partner is not your enemy—they’re your teammate. With self-awareness, nervous system regulation, honest communication, and mutual respect, you can transform triggers into opportunities for healing, intimacy, and growth.

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Emily Holton, LPC

Embodying the Healthy Masculine: A Path to Deeper Connection and Fulfillment

Are you ready to fully embody your masculine energy and build a more fulfilling relationship? G.S. Youngblood’s The Masculine in Relationship is a powerful guide for men who want to deepen their connection with their partner while creating a safe space for her to relax into her healthy feminine energy. The book offers practical strategies for cultivating a grounded, conscious masculine presence that enhances intimacy, trust, and mutual growth.

A healthy masculine presence is not about being domineering, emotionally distant, or always in control. It’s about being deeply grounded, emotionally attuned, clear in purpose, and secure in one’s values. This version of masculinity holds space rather than takes it, leads with confidence rather than ego, and listens with presence rather than impatience. It shows up as consistency in times of challenge, steadiness in conflict, and an ability to lovingly lead without overpowering. In relationship, this creates a safe container where love, trust, and intimacy can flourish. And in life, it builds resilience, clarity, and quiet strength.

In The Masculine in Relationship, G.S. Youngblood introduces a powerful framework for how men can show up in romantic partnership from their full masculine embodiment. The blueprint includes three essential practices: respond vs. react, provide structure, and create safety. Together, these form the foundation of what it means to be a healthy masculine presence in a relationship.

The Three-Part Masculine Blueprint (with Real-Life Examples)

1. Respond vs. React (Embodied Presence)

This first pillar is about emotional sovereignty—staying anchored in your body, rather than swept up in your mind or your partner’s emotional waves. Instead of reacting from fear, ego, or frustration, you respond from presence and calm.

Examples:

• Your partner raises her voice or expresses frustration. Instead of matching her intensity or shutting down, you take a slow breath, relax your body, and ask, “What’s coming up for you right now?”

• After a stressful day, instead of venting or numbing out, you go for a walk, do breathwork, journal, or sit with your feelings. You tend to your own nervous system first.

• During conflict, you pause to feel your feet on the ground, soften your jaw, and stay open instead of defensively trying to “fix” things.

This embodied awareness allows you to lead with calm clarity—even in chaos. It tells your partner that they are okay to express their feelings while you keep the space safe for them.

2. Provide Structure (Clarity, Leadership, and Intentional Direction)

The second pillar is about bringing vision, direction, and intentionality into the relationship. It means taking initiative, holding a strong sense of purpose, and offering steady guidance when things feel uncertain—not as a way to dominate, but as a way to serve love.

Examples:

• Instead of saying “Whatever you want to do,” you suggest: “Let’s have dinner at that Thai place Friday night 7pm, then catch the movie we talked about. I will pick you up. Does that work for you?”

• You create weekly check-ins with your partner where you ask about how things are feeling in the relationship, upcoming plans, and how you can support her.

• You notice the emotional tone has been off between you lately, and you initiate a conversation: “I’ve been feeling a little distance between us. Let’s take some time this weekend just for us.”

• You guide with purpose in your own life—setting boundaries with work, prioritizing your health, managing your time well—so your presence feels stable and trustworthy.

Structure isn’t control. It’s about leading from clarity, being decisive when needed, and showing that you are actively invested in the relationship’s emotional and practical flow.

3. Create Safety (Emotional and Relational Attunement)

The final pillar is about building a container of trust through your emotional availability and consistency. This doesn’t mean being soft or passive—it means being attuned, open-hearted, and honest. You meet your partner emotionally without collapsing or trying to fix her feelings.

Examples:

• When your partner cries or expresses insecurity, you don’t dismiss or minimize it. You provide reassurance and check in with what she needs to feel more secure.

• You openly share your own fears, shame, or desires—not in a way that seeks validation, but as a way to build intimacy and vulnerability.

• You apologize without ego when you’re wrong, and you repair ruptures in the relationship with maturity.

• You ask questions like “What do you need most from me right now?” or “Is there something you’ve been holding in that I haven’t been attuned to?”

Creating safety isn’t about being perfect. It’s about showing that you are consistent, emotionally present, and capable of holding the full range of your partner’s emotional experience—and your own.

The Ripple Effect: From Relationship to Self-Mastery and Success

When you embody the masculine blueprint, the benefits extend far beyond your romantic relationship. You begin to trust yourself more deeply. You make clearer decisions. You stop seeking approval and start leading from internal alignment. You become more grounded in how you show up in friendships, relationships, and parenting. You become respected in leadership roles, and more confident in your own skin.

This kind of transformation doesn’t happen overnight—but with intention and practice, it’s entirely possible. As you learn to respond instead of react, lead instead of hesitate, and love without fear, you unlock a version of yourself that feels deeply empowered, free, and fulfilled. And from that place, you naturally create deeper connection, healthier relationships, and a life that feels truly aligned with who you are.

This article draws from concepts from the book The Masculine in Relationships by G.S. Younglbood. A highly recommended read!

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Nurturing Intimacy: How to Build Emotional Safety with Your Partner

In every thriving relationship, emotional safety and intimacy are like the rich soil in which love takes root and grows. Without them, even the strongest spark can wither over time. Emotional safety nurtures a space where you feel secure enough to show up fully—vulnerable, honest, and unguarded—without fear of judgment or rejection. And intimacy, in its deepest form, is not just about physical closeness, but about truly seeing and being seen, knowing and being known, in a way that fosters deep connection.

Here are key ways to foster emotional safety and deepen intimacy in your relationship:

Words and Actions Align

Nourish trust by allowing your words and actions to grow in harmony. Say what you mean with honesty and care—and follow through in ways that feel authentic. When your actions reflect your intentions, your partner feels seen, safe, and able to lean into the relationship with ease.

Consistency and Reliability

Foster emotional safety by being a steady presence. Showing up consistently, both emotionally and practically, helps your partner feel held, valued, and supported. Intimacy blossoms when there’s a foundation of emotional reliability.

Follow Through on Commitments

Nurture trust by honoring the commitments—big or small—that you make together. Whether it’s being on time, keeping a promise, or working toward a shared vision, your dependability becomes an anchor that reinforces mutual respect and connection.

Have Honest Conversations

Grow intimacy through open-hearted dialogue. Speak your truths with tenderness, and invite your partner to do the same—knowing that honesty, when delivered with care, deepens closeness. Let conversations be a space where both of you feel heard, safe, and free to show up as you are.

Be Clear on Boundaries and Expectations

Align your relationship with mutual understanding. Clearly expressing your boundaries and needs—while honoring your partner’s—creates a nourishing environment where respect and care can thrive. Clarity cultivates emotional spaciousness.

Be Transparent About the Relationship

Let your partner into your inner landscape. Share where you are emotionally, and where your heart hopes to go. Transparency invites alignment, allowing both of you to move forward with shared purpose and mutual clarity.

Practice Vulnerability

Allow space for your heart to open. Sharing your joys, fears, dreams, and doubts—without needing to have it all figured out—fosters deep connection. Vulnerability is the soil where intimacy takes root and grows strong.

Repair and Resolve Together

When misunderstandings arise—as they naturally do—choose repair over retreat. Take responsibility, seek understanding, and find your way back to each other. Working through conflict as a team nourishes trust and reinforces the bond you’re building.

Be Intentional and Responsive in Communication

Cultivate a practice of mindful listening. Tune into your partner’s emotions and respond with empathy. Let curiosity guide you, not reactivity. This responsiveness fosters emotional safety and strengthens mutual understanding.

Spend Quality Time Without Distractions

Presence is a quiet yet powerful way to say “I’m here, and you matter.” Set aside devices, slow down, and truly be with each other. These undistracted moments nourish emotional intimacy and help your connection thrive.

Create Shared Joy

Laughter, play, and shared wonder are the light in a relationship’s garden. Make space for joy. Explore new things together. Be silly, be spontaneous. Joy doesn’t just happen—it’s something we get to nurture intentionally.

Emotional safety and intimacy don’t happen by accident—they’re built through consistent effort, empathy, and presence. When both partners feel seen, heard, and held emotionally, it opens the door to a truly fulfilling and resilient relationship. Whether you’re just starting out or have been together for years, investing in these foundations will not only strengthen your connection, but also make your relationship a space where both of you can continue to grow, love, and thrive—together.

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From Comparison to Confidence: A Guide to Building Self-Esteem

Written By: Emily Holton, LPC

Do you ever find yourself doom-scrolling on social media, comparing your life to everyone’s story—and then feeling like you’re falling short? You’re not alone. It’s easy to slip into a lack mentality when you’re constantly measuring yourself against others. But here’s the truth: comparison is the thief of joy. What if, instead of using others’ success as a way to criticize yourself, you saw it as a spark of inspiration or motivation? What if someone else’s accomplishments simply reminded you of what’s possible for you too?

Tips to Improve Self-Esteem & Build Confidence

1. Explore where you want to grow

Start by asking yourself: Where do I want to feel more confident? Is it in speaking up? Setting boundaries? Trying something new? Get specific, then create a small, realistic action plan. Confidence grows through intentional steps.

2. Do Hard Things (On Purpose)

Challenges help you develop mental and emotional strength while increasing problem solving skills. Trying something new—even if you fail at first or if it feels uncomfortable— putting yourself out there can create a sense of empowerment and capability. Confidence grows every time you face adversity and keep going. It’s not about being perfect; it’s about being persistent.

3. Mirror Work

Yes, it might feel awkward at first—but looking into your own eyes and saying kind, encouraging words rewires your brain. Try: “I am worthy, capable and I bring value to a space.” Say it like you mean it—because you will eventually start to believe it.

4. Write Empowering Mantras

Create short, powerful affirmations that reflect the version of you you’re becoming. Stick them on your bathroom mirror, fridge, car dash—wherever you need reminders of your strength and worth.

5. EFT Tapping (Emotional Freedom Technique)

This is a mind-body technique that involves gently tapping on specific meridian points (like the side of your hand or under your eye) while saying affirmations. EFT helps release stored emotional stress and reprogram limiting beliefs. It can be especially powerful for calming anxiety and boosting self-worth. You can find a variety of free EFT tapping videos online for increasing self-esteem and confidence.

6. Celebrate Yourself Daily

Make it a habit to journal one thing you like about yourself, or something you did well today—even if it’s small. Over time, this daily recognition builds a more loving and accurate self-image.

7. Take a Social Media Detox

Even a short break from social scrolling can work wonders. Use that time to read an inspiring book, listen to an uplifting podcast, or work on a creative project. Tune into what fills you up—and consciously step away from what drains you.

8. Volunteer or Help Someone

Giving back can instantly shift your focus from lack to abundance. Acts of kindness build a sense of purpose and remind you that you do have value to offer, just as you are.

9. Move Your Body

Exercise doesn’t just boost physical health—it also lifts mood, sharpens focus, and improves self-image. Whether it’s yoga, dancing, walking, or strength training, find movement that makes you feel alive.

10. Connect with Supportive People

Be mindful about who you surround yourself with. Choose people who see you, support you, and reflect your light

& the truth of who you are: worthy, resilient, and more than enough—right here, right now.

11. Shift your mindset from comparison to curiosity

Comparison shrinks us while curiosity expands us and invites us to grow. Ask yourself questions like, ‘What can I learn from this person? What is it about their confidence or situation that can inspire me?’ This shift turns a lack mindset into an opportunity mindset. By being curious, we can allow ourselves to self reflect and begin to create the confidence to show up as ourselves.

One Day at a Time

Take one day at a time. Improving your self-esteem is a journey and it’s about taking one kind, intentional step at a time. Give yourself grace and compassion in the process. Confidence is a muscle—one that gets stronger with use, consistency and persistence. You deserve to feel proud and confident within yourself and it is possible!

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Are you feeling disconnected from your partner? Discover easy ways to reconnect!

Written By: Emily Holton, LPC

Has this year flown by so quickly- with all of your responsibilities at work, parenting, and managing stress- that you’ve found yourself feeling disconnected from your partner? While life is happening, its natural for connection and intimacy in a relationship to ebb and flow. What’s important is having the awareness to recognize when it is time to recalibrate and reconnect.

The first step in reconnecting with your partner is identifying where the disconnect lies. Intimacy comes in many forms—emotional, physical, spiritual, intellectual—and disconnection can happen in any of these areas. Take time to check in with yourself and your partner to understand where the disconnect is. Once you’ve identified it, you can begin working together to rebuild connection and closeness.

Reconnection in a relationship takes intention, effort, and willingness. Here are some ways to nurture emotional, physical, spiritual, and intellectual intimacy with your partner:

Emotional Connection

• Express appreciation and gratitude- Make it fun & creative! Leave a sweet note in their lunch bag or car to pleasantly surprise them.

• Have regular emotional check ins- Daily or weekly conversations about how each of you are feeling individually and within the relationship.

• Practice active listening- Put your phone away and give your partner your full attention during conversations.

• Use relationship apps like Agape or Love Nudge- Try tools that help you reconnect through thoughtful, meaningful questions designed to deepen emotional intimacy and encourage open conversations.

• Practice vulnerability - Share something you’re currently struggling with or excited about.

• Create meaningful rituals that feel special to the both of you- Cook your favorite meal together on Sundays, have a secret handshake, or go on gym dates to keep each other motivated.

Physical Connection

• Make time each day for physical affection —hugging, holding hands, cuddling.

• Celebrate wins together with simple gestures like a high five or fist bump.

• Choose to sit side by side at meals or outings to increase closeness.

• Talk openly and honestly about your physical needs and desires.

• Be intentional about intimacy—create space, prioritize it, and nurture it regularly.

Spiritual Connection

• Explore Core Values and Life Meaning-Engage in deep conversations to uncover what truly matters to each of you and what gives your lives purpose and fulfillment.

• Create Shared Spiritual Rituals- Develop meaningful practices together such as prayer, meditation, manifestation or energy-clearing ceremonies that nurture your bond and spiritual growth.

• Participate in Spiritually Growth-Oriented Classes- Attend workshops or sessions that promote spiritual healing and expansion—like sound baths, Reiki energy healings, or full moon ceremonies—to deepen your connection and awareness.

• Regularly Attend Faith-Aligned Gatherings- Commit to visiting a place of worship or spiritual community weekly to cultivate shared faith and support.

• Immerse Yourselves in Nature- Spend time outdoors together—stargazing, hiking, or walking in serene environments—to inspire awe, reflection, and a profound sense of interconnectedness.

• Serve and Give Back as a Team-Volunteer or engage in community service together, fostering compassion and gratitude while strengthening your spiritual partnership.

Intellectual Connection

• Read a book together and have meaningful discussions about its themes, ideas, and how it relates to your lives.

• Share interesting articles, podcasts, or videos with each other and reflect on what you’ve learned and how it impacts your perspectives.

• Explore something new together—take an online class, learn a new skill, or dive into a shared hobby to spark curiosity and growth.

• Set personal and shared goals for self-improvement and growth, supporting each other’s journeys both individually and as a couple.

Other Simple Ways to Reconnect

• Complete shared tasks together- Even everyday tasks can bring opportunities for connection. Turn on some fun music and clean or cook together.

• Learn your partner’s love language- Connection deepens when your efforts align with their emotional needs. Tending to your partner’s love language can help them feel thought of and considered; increasing feelings of connection and intimacy.

• Never stop dating each other- Plan regular date nights and keep discovering who you and your partner are individually and together.

Nurturing your relationship is about showing up consistently with intention, love, and willingness. Actively choosing your partner and your relationship every day helps your connection stay alive and grow deeper over time.

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Easy Practices to Manage Anxiety

Written By: Emily Holton, LPC

Do you ever find yourself mentally spiraling? Or so anxious in your body that you can barely function? It can feel like absolute torture when the anxiety we are experiencing feels as if it is out of our control. The worry & fear can feel unbearable! Do not fear! (Pun intended). You can gain control back by regulating your nervous system and practicing these easy strategies to manage anxiety. But before we start, it is vital for you to ask yourself; are my basic needs met? Am I receiving adequate sleep, am I hydrated, and am I properly nourished with protein & a healthy diet?

1. Less screen time, more natural light

   This is a game changer! Our brains and bodies need natural light to regulate our nervous system. Also, natural light aka the sun has many other fun benefits to the health of our minds and bodies. If you can, instead of immediately doom scrolling the minute you wake up, go outside for a deep breath of fresh air and soak in some sunshine for at least 5 minutes. Also, limit your screen time throughout the day and pay more attention to your natural surroundings. A bonus is if you can shut off screens 1 hour before you head to bed. You’ll thank me later!

2. Get out of your head, and into your body

   If you find yourself ruminating or replaying scenarios in your mind- you my friend are stuck in your head! You are indeed overthinking and under feeling! Sometimes our brain thinks its protecting us by all of this thinking, preparing for the worst, or blocking out our feelings. Let’s thank our brains for doing its best and then graciously move into our bodies to release anxiety so it doesn’t get stuck there! How do we do that?

   • Let’s start with a body scan. Its an easy way to tap back in. Find a comfortable position laying down or sitting. Bring awareness to the top of your head and notice any tension, pain, discomfort, or sensations. If you recognize any discomfort take a deep breath to release it. Gradually explore sensations throughout the rest of your body, deep breathing and releasing.

   • Grounding techniques. This is one of my favorite practices to get back into my body. Make sure your feet are planted on the ground. I like to massage my hands a bit to get me back into feeling my body. Take 3 slow deep breaths. Say to yourself or aloud some things you see (colors are helpful), hear, smell, taste and feel.

   • Mindful movement! Move your body to release the anxiety! This can look like a walk in nature, yoga, a gym sesh, dancing in your kitchen, shaking it out, or taking a boxing class. Whatever your preferred movement is make it fun and give your mind & body permission to release the anxiety!

   • Butterfly hug. This is self soothing, grounding, and can calm your nervous system. Cross your arms over your chest so your fingers lightly touch your collarbones, forming a “butterfly” shape. Take deep breaths while slowly, gently tapping one hand at a time. Find comforting words to tell yourself; “I am safe, I am okay”, “I give my body permission to release this anxiety.”

   • Cool down & find some ice. Find an ice pack and place it on your wrist, back of the neck, or under your armpit. This cold exposure helps you ground and focus while regulating your nervous system which can calm anxiety!

   • Feel your feelings. When we are overthinking we are under feeling. Explore what feeling is underneath the anxiety. Is it fear, feeling unsafe, rejection, isolation, or guilt? Notice what sensations in your body those feelings hold. Feelings are guidance tools and provide us with information. It can be helpful to get to the root feeling. If you are having difficulty knowing what feeling you are experiencing you can take a peek at a feelings wheel diagram. Once you discover the root feeling you can then find ways to support your body in releasing it. For example, if you discover the underlying root feeling of your anxiety is isolation then that gives you information that you need connection. You would then pair it with an action- call a friend to go on a walk or join a group where you feel connected.

3. Lower caffeine and processed sugar intake. Our bodies physical health is connected to our mental health. How we nourish our bodies and take care of our gut health correlates to our mood, cortisol, and management of anxiety. Listen to your body; if you notice more jitters, anxiety symptoms, and increased worries while ingesting caffeine or sugar then its time for you to lessen your intake or cut it out all together.

4. Deep breathe and meditate. There is a large variety of deep breathing techniques; box breathing, belly breathing, nostril breathing, mindful breathing etc. Choose which one feels best for you. There are many different ways to meditate- guided meditations, sound baths, walking meditations, or listening to frequency music specifically for anxiety release. Many are free and can be easily found online. You can contact me for specific suggestions or links.

5. Connect with people you love and participate in hobbies you love! We as human beings are born to connect, it is a basic need and vital for nervous system regulation! Co-regulation with our safe people can calm the anxiety in our heads and bodies. Maybe you need a hug, a phone call or a fun night out with a loved one. Maybe you need to snuggle with a pet to ground back into your body. Socializing and partaking in hobbies that bring you joy can also regulate your nervous system and ease anxiety. Feeling connected and a sense of belonging can create a huge positive shift in managing anxiety.

6. Activate your vagus nerve. The vagus nerve is a key part of our nervous system. Activating it can reduce stress and anxiety. Some practices to activate the vagus nerve have already been explained previously in this article. Other practices are; singing, humming, chanting, gargling, and massaging the area around your ears & neck. You can implement these easily throughout your daily routine.

Managing anxiety doesn’t have to be complicated, overwhelming, or time consuming. All of these practices can be easily added into your day to manage anxiety. By adding some of these practices into your life your efforts can lead to improvements in managing symptoms. You deserve to experience days where you feel calm in your mind and body. Please note that we all respond differently to all practices, choose which practices are most effective for you.

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