Anxiety Isn’t Just Worrying

Anxiety Isn’t Just Worrying

When people hear the word anxiety, they often think of worrying.

But anxiety can show up in many different ways.

It can look like:

Overthinking every conversation

Finding it difficult to relax

Feeling constantly on edge

Struggling to switch off at night

Expecting the worst to happen

Feeling exhausted all the time

Being highly self-critical

Avoiding situations that feel overwhelming

For some people, anxiety feels physical.

A racing heart.

Tightness in the chest.

A knot in the stomach.

Difficulty sleeping.

Feeling constantly alert.

Living with anxiety can be exhausting.

It can feel as though your mind never gets a moment’s peace.

The good news is that anxiety doesn’t have to control your life.

Counselling can help you understand where your anxiety comes from, recognise patterns and develop a greater understanding of yourself.

Most importantly, it can help you realise that you are not alone in what you’re experiencing.