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Essential nighttime rituals to unwind after a long day

A long day is mentally and physically fatiguing. Muscles tense, your head heavy, and all the energy that fueled you during the day is completely drained. Your attempts to end the day uneventfully ‘bedrotting’ and ‘doomscrolling’ won’t recharge you. You won’t feel refreshed even the next day, especially if it’s the middle of the week with days of built-up mental exhaustion. Avoid using your phone, as the blue light can disrupt your sleep and make you feel more tired the next day. To fully recharge, engage in these daily rituals that will help take the load off your shoulders at the end of the day.

Published on Sep 03, 2024 05:08 PM IST

Is perfectionism fueling your anxiety? 5 signs to know

We are always overwhelmed with the thought of making mistakes. Hence, we try to become controlling to ensure that everything turns out perfectly.

Published on Aug 30, 2024 05:58 PM IST

More reasons to love your furry BFF: Here's how dogs can help with anxiety

Dogs are our furry best friends. Our pets, without exchanging a word with us, occupy the largest parts of our hearts. Spending time with them makes us feel happier and drives our blues far away. Dogs can help in combating anxiety as well – mentioned Psychologist Carolyn Rubenstein. Here's how spending time with your dog can help you beat anxiety.

Published on Aug 29, 2024 06:15 PM IST

Is your anxiety lying to you? 5 signs to watch out for

Excess stress and poor boundaries in the workplace can cause more burnout – the root cause of this is stress and anxiety.

Published on Jul 26, 2024 03:28 PM IST

Do you struggle with anxious attachment? Expert shares 5 ways to address it

Instead of expecting the partner to read our minds and know our expectations, we should communicate our needs to them calmly and clearly.

Published on Jul 04, 2024 07:52 PM IST

When anxious, go for a walk: Therapist explains why

Anxiety is characterised by the constant fear of daily activities. Often taking ourselves out of a regular space and indulging in low-impact workouts can help in addressing anxiety effectively. “Walking provides a low-impact, accessible space to move your body in a way that allows your mind to also move through anxious moments,” wrote Therapist Anna Papaioannou. Here are a few benefits of walking that can combat anxious thoughts.

Published on Jul 01, 2024 05:02 PM IST

Is feeling calm making you anxious? Here’s why this happens

When we live with chronic anxiety, moments of calmness and peace can also be triggering. The fact that we suddenly feel the absence of anxious thoughts, can further trigger anxiety for us. Therapist Carrie Howard explained why calmness and peace can also trigger anxiety in us. Here’s why this happens.

Published on Jun 29, 2024 05:46 PM IST

5 things we can influence for a healthy and regulated nervous system

In order to alleviate stress, anxiety and depression, we need to have a regulated nervous system that does not feel threatened. A relaxed nervous system can make us feel safe and relaxed. When a nervous system is dysregulated, it can go into the fight or flight mode as a survival response. To keep the nervous system regulated, we need to take care of the things that can influence it. Therapist Israa Nasir shared a few tips.

Published on Jun 20, 2024 06:00 AM IST

Thought patterns that increase anxiety: Psychologist explains

Often we feel more anxious at night. People who struggle with anxiety have a difficult time dealing with it at night. Excessive worry and the sense of fear creeps into the mind and people have a tough time managing their thoughts. Overthinking makes things worse. But why do we experience more anxiety at night? Psychologist Avi Sanders shared a few reasons.

Published on Jun 12, 2024 02:05 PM IST

Is your nervous system out of balance? Signs to be aware of

Trauma can often show up in the body as physical symptoms. "Trauma isn't only a person's emotional and psychological reaction to an intense or overwhelming event; it can be felt physically too. Your survival response is a complex reaction that involves several brain regions and chemicals. It's triggered by any situation that threatens your safety or well-being, whether it's an intense emotional experience or a stressful event," wrote Therapist Anna Papaioannou. Here are a few ways by which trauma may show up in the body.

Published on Jun 02, 2024 06:15 PM IST

The negative cycle of anxious-preoccupied attachment: Here's what we should know

It’s important to get out of a toxic relationship.

Published on May 30, 2024 04:51 PM IST

High functioning anxiety: Positive and negative traits to be aware of

Identifying triggers and going through therapy can help in managing high functioning anxiety.

Published on May 29, 2024 04:00 PM IST

Did your anxious attachment get activated? 5 signs to know

We may choose to keep the partner engaged in the relationship by creating conflicts and chaos. Even though it might look like a connection, it is unhealthy.

Published on May 25, 2024 06:15 PM IST

High functioning anxiety: 5 signs that you are overcoming it

High functioning anxiety is a condition where a person is burdened with stress and anxiety, even when they look calm, peaceful and successful on the outside. However, with mindful practices, we can overcome high functioning anxiety. Therapist Nadia Fiorita shared a few signs that we are in the process of overcoming high functioning anxiety.

Published on May 22, 2024 05:56 PM IST

Social jetlag: What is it? 5 signs to be aware of

For people with a low social battery or social anxiety, facing social jetlag is extremely common. It refers to that feeling of exhaustion after socialising with people, even if for a brief period of time. "Social jet lag can set in quickly, sometimes within just 30 minutes of social interaction, while for others, it might hit a few days later, mimicking the lag from a long-haul flight," wrote Therapist Carolyn Rubenstein. Here are a few signs of social jetlag that we should know about.

Published on May 22, 2024 05:09 PM IST

Are you stuck in a stress response? 5 signs of high Cortisol to know about

When the nervous system feels unsafe, the body can get stuck in a stress response. "There's a lot of tools you can put in your tool kit to help regulate your cortisol. One of the most powerful is regulating your nervous system. Somatic practices teach your body how to feel calmer, more resilient and safer," wrote Therapist Rebekah Ballagh. Here are a few signs of high Cortisol that we should be aware of.

Published on May 10, 2024 03:19 PM IST

Is your anxiety making you procrastinate? 5 signs to know

The fear of failure is triggered by anxiety. Anxiety makes us feel that we will definitely fail at what we do. Hence, we procrastinate.

Published on May 05, 2024 02:57 PM IST

Home decor: 3 creative strategies to create mini Zen Gardens to reduce anxiety

By incorporating Zen in design principles, you can transform your home into a haven for tranquility so, let nature's beauty and the power of simplicity guide your design choices to create a space that reduces anxiety and fosters relaxation and inner peace. In an interview with Zarafshan Shiraz of HT Lifestyle, Chhaya Sharma, Founder and Principal Designer at Designer Homez, suggested 3 creative strategies to create mini–Zen Gardens at your home, to reduce anxiety -

Published on May 04, 2024 07:00 AM IST

Are you socially anxious? Here are a few ways to combat anxiety in a gathering

How to support someone with social anxiety: Expert offers tips

Published on Apr 25, 2024 06:00 AM IST

Stuck in a stress response: Behavioural red flags to be aware of

The nervous system, in times of danger, can go into threat responses. Flight, fight, freeze and fawn are the four types of stress responses that the nervous system often portrays. "Our nervous systems were designed to go into threat responses, and stress isn’t inherently bad - but they were only ever meant to be short term solutions," wrote Therapist Rebekah Ballagh. Here are some of the red flags we should be careful about.

Published on Apr 07, 2024 05:00 PM IST

Subtle signs of anxiety driven people pleasing behaviour

Excess stress and poor boundaries in the workplace can cause more burnout – the root cause of this is stress and anxiety.

Published on Mar 31, 2024 06:00 AM IST

Are you getting better at managing your anxiety? Here are 5 signs

Self-parenting the inner child in us can help us to get the love and care that we have been craving for.

Published on Mar 27, 2024 01:21 PM IST

Are you experiencing social anxiety? 4 signs to be aware of

Social anxiety is a condition where a person has the constant fear of being watched or judged by others. Hence, they choose to isolate themselves and stay away from large crowds or large gatherings. Being around people can make them feel overwhelmed and stressed. "I never felt fully present in social settings outside of my immediate friends and family. I felt like an outsider, like I couldn’t banter like everyone else, like everyone else knew something I didn’t about being confident and fitting in," wrote Therapist Rebekah Ballagh.

Published on Mar 25, 2024 12:46 PM IST

5 tips for women to beat stress and anxiety at workplace

"Workplace anxiety is a pervasive issue for many women, fuelled by a complex interplay of societal pressures, internalized biases, and organizational cultures that can feel inherently daunting. From a young age, girls are often socialized to prioritize perfectionistic tendencies, people-pleasing behaviours, and minimizing their achievements; these thought patterns that can manifest as chronic self-doubt and impostor fears in professional settings. Here are a few tips for women to overcome workplace anxiety," says Dr Chandni Tugnait is M.D. (Alternative Medicines), Psychotherapist, Life Coach, Business Coach, NLP Expert, Healer, Founder & Director - Gateway of Healing.

Published on Mar 12, 2024 06:00 AM IST

Struggling with Depression: Ways to step towards radical change

When we struggle with Depression, it is important to have psychological flexibility. "It involves being open to experiencing difficult emotions and thoughts without becoming overwhelmed by them. Instead of attempting to avoid or suppress negative feelings, it’s important to acknowledge and accept them as a natural part of the human experience. Simultaneously, individuals with psychological flexibility can maintain focus on their values and goals, taking committed action towards what matters most to them despite the presence of depressive symptoms," wrote Therapist Maythal Eshaghian.

Published on Feb 18, 2024 03:16 PM IST

4 tricks to help us fall asleep after a panic attack

When we have a panic attack or severe anxious thoughts, it can be very difficult to fall asleep. We constantly keep overthinking and making ourselves spiral through our thoughts and become more anxious. This can lead to irregular sleep patterns or chaotic routines. In order to stop spiraling, there are a few tricks that can help us fall asleep. Therapist Alison Seponara shared the tricks.

Published on Feb 18, 2024 01:44 PM IST

5 ways to lower anxiety in relationships

Often, we may feel some tension and anxiety in a relationship. It can happen for a variety of reasons. However, addressing them effectively can help us to maintain emotional and mental health. "Lowering anxiety in your relationships often has a lot to do with taking care of yourself and doing what you can to help make your relationship as healthy as it can be," wrote Therapist Carrie Howard. Here are a few ways to lower anxiety in relationships.

Published on Feb 17, 2024 06:00 AM IST

Herbal support to decrease stress

Stress is the body's response in difficult situations. When we are crowded with anxious thoughts, we may react poorly to situations, leading to more stress. However, herbs have proven to be effective in having a calming effect on the body and mind and helping in dealing with stress. "Here are some evidence-based herbs known to help you cope better with stress," wrote Nutritionist Marina Wright.

Published on Feb 05, 2024 06:00 AM IST

Befriend the nervous system to manage anxiety better: Here's why

Knowing and addressing the nervous system can help us to feel calmer and more relaxed. This can further help us to address anxiety better. "Understanding your nervous system states can have a huge impact on how you experience stress and anxiety. When we begin to befriend our nervous system and get familiar with its patterns, we can intentionally make shifts to better support what it may need," wrote Psychologist Kelly Vincent. Here are the reasons why befriending the nervous system can help us to manage anxiety better.

Published on Jan 27, 2024 12:01 PM IST

Ageing anxiety: 5 signs to know

Thoughts of growing old can be scary. While we cannot stop time, often we worry about growing old and ageing. "Ageing anxiety is a concern for many, characterised by the fear of the inevitable physical, mental, and social changes that accompany aging. This anxiety isn't confined to a specific age group; it can surface at any point in life, often triggered by milestones like birthdays or the start of a new year," wrote Therapist Carolyn Rubenstein.

Published on Jan 27, 2024 06:00 AM IST