If you’ve been around someone who is spiraling—you get how awful it can feel to see someone in pain and not know how to respond. Here are twenty-five helpful things you can say to hold space for someone who is struggling with anxiety.
Author: Zina Harrington
The 21 Day Anti-Anxiety Challenge
First and foremost, wherever you are in the world, I hope you and your loved ones are safe. If you’re struggling with anxiety — know that I am here with you. I see you, my friend. When the world feels out of control, the best place to start reducing anxiety […]
This 75-Year Harvard Study Found This One Thing is the Answer to a Good Life
Since before WWII researches at Harvard have been collecting data on happiness. The clearest message from this 75-year study is . . . . . . From a young age, society tells us we need certain material things to be successful, to lead ‘the good life.’ To obtain the dream home, […]
5 Science-Backed Reasons ‘Getting Lost in a Book’ is Good for You
The benefits of reading go beyond it being a great escape. The act of ‘losing yourself in a book’ has a variety of physical and mental health perks. Do you know that wonderful feeling of ‘getting lost’ in a book? We often classify fiction reading as a guilty pleasure. However, […]
UnBusy Holiday Challenge — Bite-sized Challenges for a Less-Stressed Season
Hit the holiday reset button with bite-sized weekly challenges that will inspire you to make simple changes with BIG impact. In this private Facebook group, we’ll baby-step our way toward making this holiday one that you and your family will truly remember. . . . Listen, I know it feels […]
Sometimes What We Need To Hear Is “Do Quit”
The phrase ‘”don’t quit” is a common form of encouragement, but sometimes that’s not what we really need to hear. Below are eight things you should indeed quit shared with permission from UnBusy community member Rachel Pfleegor. . . . So often, people say, “Don’t quit!” They mean, don’t quit […]