Relaxation Techniques

It’s been an isolating time for this introvert. Due to another lockdown & some other stressors, I’ve been completely overwhelmed with everything, and I can feel my anxiety palpitating. I tend to distract myself with other projects during these times, but this is only considered a band-aid solution. It is highly suggested that relaxation isContinue reading “Relaxation Techniques”

Symptom: Sleeplessness

For as long as I can remember, I’ve always had some trouble with my sleeping. It started when I was in elementary school; I would excuse myself from morning class and go straight to the administration office and ask if I could take a nap in the nurse’s room. They always obliged, but when itContinue reading “Symptom: Sleeplessness”

Know when to take a break

Last weekend was a long weekend in Canada, and instead of stressing over what to write about for my next topic, I decided to ditch the computer and laid in my hammock instead. Even though the weekend was filled with our usual day-to-day activities, I knew that I was burning out. There are so manyContinue reading “Know when to take a break”

Symptom: Lock Jaw

Last week I went to my dentist, I’ve been having some issues with my jaw locking up on me while I sleep and it doesn’t seem to be getting any better. I am guilty of grinding and clenching my teeth – I don’t normally know I am doing it since it usually happens at night.Continue reading “Symptom: Lock Jaw”

Anxiety Is…

Anxiety is automatically waking up at 5 am because you assumed your 6 am alarm clock didn’t go off. It’s checking your watch to determine how much time you could get if only you could just fall back asleep. “Is it 5:15, only?” It’s wanting to get that extra hour back knowing that you’ll beContinue reading “Anxiety Is…”