When anxiety strikes, it often feels like everything speeds up – thoughts race, heart pounds, and breathing can become quick and shallow. It's a natural physical response to our brain perceiving a threat. And one of the most powerful tools to slow it all down is right under our noses: our breath. As a talking therapist, I often introduce clients to simple breathing techniques that can shift the body from a state of stress to a state of calm in just a few minutes. Let’s explore how and why...

Part One Of The Anxiety Series. As a professional talking therapist, I often meet people struggling with anxiety. They ask, “Why do I feel this way?” or “Is there something wrong with me?” or Why can't I stop this?" It can feel overwhelming ...and they want it to stop! One of the most important things to know is that anxiety is a normal part of being human... What Is Anxiety? Anxiety is our body’s natural response to perceived danger or stress. It’s a survival mechanism that is hard-wired in...