How Mindfulness Can Help Ease Anxiety

How Mindfulness Can Help Ease Anxiety

In today’s fast-paced world, anxiety has become a familiar companion for many of us. Racing thoughts, tight chests, trouble sleeping — sound familiar? If you’ve ever felt like your mind is stuck in overdrive, you’re not alone. But there’s good news: mindfulness, a...
Political Anxiety

Political Anxiety

In the modern age, political anxiety has emerged as a significant emotional and psychological concern for many individuals. As political events unfold—often in real-time across social media platforms, news outlets, and public discourse—many people are feeling an...
The Nerves In Starting Therapy

The Nerves In Starting Therapy

Going to therapy can feel like stepping into a new world, one that’s both intimidating and freeing. I remember my first session vividly; I sat nervously in an uncomfortable chair, feeling exposed with sweaty hands. As people passed by the UNO counseling center, I...
Grounding Skills Part Two

Grounding Skills Part Two

When grounding, paying attention to our senses is a great place to start.  We all know the basic 5 (taste, texture, smell, sound and sight), but did you know we have three more?  Our vestibular system connects to our body movement.  Proprioception is the sense of...
Anxiety: The Use of Grounding Skills

Anxiety: The Use of Grounding Skills

We can think of our anxiety as the tide. Our anxiety levels will go in and then they will go out.  This is not dependent on being diagnosed with an anxiety disorder! At times when we feel our anxiety levels are creeping higher than we would prefer, grounding...