How to Get Better at Sitting With Uncomfortable Emotions:
When it comes to uncomfortable emotions, the desire to avoid any emotional pain can be STRONG. The last thing many of us want to do is sit in discomfort and pain.
Author: Arielle Pinkston
Unlock Relaxation: 3 Vagal Nerve Exercises From a Therapist
You may have heard of the vagus nerve before as it’s becoming a bit more of a hot topic- for good reason! The vagus nerve plays a significant role in our autonomic nervous system, and vagus nerve exercises can help us get out of the sympathetic nervous system’s role of keeping us on alert for […]
How to Stop Comparing Yourself to Others and Why We Do it
How comparing yourself to others impacts your mental health As Theodore Roosevelt once said, “Comparison is the thief of joy.” When I first heard this quote it was at a time in my life where I was in graduate school, sorting my way through the world and trying to figure out where I belonged. My […]
From Chaos to Calm: Yoga For Anxiety
As a certified yoga instructor and holistic therapist for a decade, I am a huge advocate of yoga for anxiety management. Clearly, I’m a little biased but for good reason! Yoga has been the subject of various research studies examining its effects on anxiety and stress management. While the results can vary depending on the specific population studied, the type of yoga practiced, and the research methodology, many studies have reported positive outcomes for mental health.
Body Image Issues: Where They Come From and How to Cope
Here at That’s So Well, we are all about feeling good in our bodies. As an anxiety therapist for millennial women, it’s impossible to ignore our relationship with our body. I can’t tell you the amount of women who have sat across from me in the therapy room and talked negatively about their body. Safe […]
18 Simple Ways to Navigate Holiday Stress
Welcome to the holiday season—the activities that start after Halloween build into Christmas and continue to grow. Although the holidays should bring joy and excitement, for a lot of people holiday stress is a real challenge. If you’re like me and find the holidays to be a little stressful, I wrote this post for you. […]
Beginner’s Guide to Intuitive Eating: How To Heal Your Relationship With Food
Our relationship with food is COMPLEX. It often becomes entwined with societal norms, expectations, and even our perceptions of self-worth. We’ve been conditioned by glossy magazines, diet culture, and sometimes even well-meaning loved ones, pushing us away from the innate wisdom our bodies possess. As we step into a space of self-love and healing, I want to introduce you to the concept intuitive eating.
Mindfulness for Anxiety: Finding Peace in a Chaotic Mind
As a holistic therapist who specializes in working with Gen Z and Millennial women struggling with anxiety disorders, I LOVE talking about mindfulness.
If you’ve been paying attention recently, chances are you have heard someone talking about mindfulness. It’s incredibly helpful, yet often misunderstood. So today I thought I’d share why developing a mindfulness practice is more than just a trend—it’s an invaluable tool to ease anxiety.
Letting Go of Perfectionism: 12 Strategies from a Therapist
People who struggle with perfectionistic traits or tendencies have an intense desire to achieve unrealistic expectations in all areas of their lives, whether it be work, academics, relationships, appearance, or personal goals. They often view mistakes or perceived imperfections as failure, leading to feelings of dissatisfaction, frustration, and anxiety.
5 Breathing Exercises for Anxiety You Can do Anywhere
Regular practice of breath work can lead to long-term benefits for managing stress and promoting a sense of inner peace. Breathwork can be highly effective and helpful tool for managing anxiety in several ways:
