Anxiety can be a pretty misunderstood emotion with a bad rap sheet. But anxiety isn't the villain; it's a vital survival mechanism. It's the alarm bell that signals danger, the energy boost that prepares us to act, and the focus that helps us navigate a crisis. We need anxiety to help get us to safety. If you're experiencing anxiety because of a real, life-threatening situation, this post offers strategies to care for your emotional well-being while honoring your experience and using your anxiety as a protective force.

If you identify as a high achiever, I can hedge a bet that you often get stuck in the trap of overthinking. In this step-by-step guide, we'll explore five strategies to help you respond to your overthinking from a place of both empowerment and self-compassion.