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Hi everyone. Hope all are well. I have anxiety, was told it’s GAD (generalized anxiety disorder). I’ve been taking medication. I have good days and bad days. I try to do some type of exercise each day to keep the anxiety away as much as possible. Any... 

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Hi Cheryl,I’ve had anxiety, panic and compulsive behaviors since childhood and I also have good days and challenging days. Both are okay. I don’t take medication but like you, I try to exercise every day to help manage the anxious thoughts. I run, hi... 

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I'm on the hunt for a new therapist, and I'm curious, for those of you who have a great therapist, how did you find them?! There are so many sites these days that it's hard to know who to trust or the best resources to find the perfect match. HELP! 

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My PCP had recommended EMDR Therapy so I searched for someone with that area of expertise. I spoke with three and felt comfortable two of the three. One had a waiting list but I was able to schedule with the other. It will be five years together in J... 

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If you've never heard of PMDD it is a condition similar to PMS that also happens in the week or two before your period starts as hormone levels begin to fall after ovulation. PMDD causes more severe symptoms than PMS, including severe depression, irr... 

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L-Theanine and Lithium Orotate are natural supplements I buy from my health food store, and can help even out mood. I take them once a day most days, but started out 3x per day when I first noticed symptoms. They help reduce shakiness and anxiety, an... 

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Advice needed - I’m going to be living on my own soon. And as excited as I am, I tend to get bad anxiety. I’ve never been an animal person, but I’m thinking about getting a dog to live with me (looking into small or medium dogs atm; no/low shed and n... 

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Definitely team pet. I got a dog when I first moved away from home and she was a lifesaver. Couple of tips from a 68-year-old lifelong pet owner --adopt, don't shop. Work with the adoption counselors at your local shelter to make a good match for you... 

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My therapy appointments are right before work, and I find myself leaving the sessions drained. My mind is still in that therapy mode and I find it hard to switch into work mode immediately after. Before work is the only time I can meet with my therap... 

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Yes. It’s hard to switch over from healing brain to working brain. If you have a commute - that’s good. Otherwise, as said def build in some me time. Walk around parking lot or drive to a park on your way to work. Then walk, or cry or scream or medit... 

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I am hyper competitive. Without my professional sports career (retired 10 year soccer pro- in US and Japan) to funnel my "drive", that mentality can spin out in all sorts of crazy directions. When I am not well rested and around "like minded", positi... 

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Sounds great! I also want to recommend reading (If you haven't already):"Hard Pivot; Embrace Change, Find Purpose, Show Up Fully"by Apolo Ohno 

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I am looking for advice for my situation. My son and daughter in law have three young children- ages 5, 3 and a 6 month old. My daughter in law is a stay at home mom and the two oldest are in school all day from 9-4. In the past, I have made myself a... 

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You have definitely done the right thing by kindly letting her know your limits (boundaries). Her response sounds a bit manipulative, but you can find peace in knowing that your boundaries are your boundaries (regardless of how her family would hand... 

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I am looking for a therapist also to get me back on track. I had a terrible year and I’m aware that that many people have but bouncing back from it is a big problem for me. So any advice,suggestions or names would be greatly. Thanks Jane 

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AthletaWell x Audible Movement Book Club
Get lost in our monthly pick while getting in your steps—win-win! Listen along with fellow members and join a discussion to share what you learned.

Join the Club!



Your Wellbeing Starter Pack


Enjoy free trials from our partners, exclusive to AthletaWell members.

Enjoy two months free with Audible.
Redeem Now

Enjoy a free trial to obé. Unlock thousands of live and on-demand classes.
Redeem Now