For most of my adult life, I tried my best to ignore my anxiety. Hoping it would magically go away. I was usually able to keep my symptoms manageable, even if they never felt completely under control. I’ve alway shoved my emotions deep down to ‘be strong’ and push forward, but my anxiety was a …
How I Beat My Anxiety In The Middle of a Global Pandemic Read More »
It’s a frightening time. We’re in the midst of a worldwide pandemic. Cities and even entire countries are on a lockdown. Some have already been affected by the coronavirus. Others are bracing for what may to come. Like so many of us, we are watching the headlines and wondering, “What is going to happen next.” …
Have you ever taking a long look in the mirror and really notice who you are? Recently, I took a long look in the mirror. I was silently screaming. “I would like to be the world’s fastest cyclist in my age group.” “I would like every mom to feel happiness.” “I would like anxiety and …
If you’re a woman living with anxiety, you know how hard it can be to get out of bed in the morning (let alone live your day-to-day life!). It’s even worse when you feel like you’re alone. Here at Bella Coaching, I’m making an effort to bring mental health awareness to the forefront of our …
Almost everyone has heard the hit single ‘Don’t Worry, Be Happy’ by Bobby McFerrin. The song has a very catchy way of conveying its message of being happy to everyone. Bobby Mcferiin’s simple message surely made a lot of people smile by telling them not to worry. Living a happy, resilient and optimistic life is …
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When I try to practice gratitude all year long, something about the autumn weather and the march toward the holidays reminds me to be thankful. For as long as I can remember, Thanksgiving has been my favorite holiday. Not because of the food, although I sure do like turkey and apple pie, but rather for …
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‘Tis’ the Season!’ Or is it? Your plane has just been delayed (or canceled), and you are caught at the airport. Perhaps there is snowstorm. You burned the turkey. Or perhaps Amazon failed to deliver a package. As the holiday season approaches, your stress level will probably rise. In addition to your typical schedule of …
If you have a kiddos, chances are, you would do almost anything for them. I would do anything for my sweet kiddos. When Jamie began her junior in high school she was excited. She was also nervous because she had no idea she wanted to pursue after high school. School was the last place she …
Fastest cyclist in my age group at the world championship; that’s all I wanted. I almost got there, too, before getting hit while cycling by a driver who was texting his GF. My helmet was shattered. My face smashed on to the pavement. I thought my back was broken. My shoulder was so injured, I …
If your mood is as cold and dark as your landscape, you’re in good company. The winter blues can affect you in a number of ways. Your experience could vary from a minor irritant, all the way up to severe depression or a seasonal affective disorder. This means that the winter blues is something to …
