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Getting Sick Brings Out My Self-Care Side
It’s only February 8th, and I’ve already failed at my NaBloPoMo goal: one blog post, every single day, for the entire month of February. Why did I set such a goal? Well, because. Because I like to...
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3 Ways to Make Your Next Dental Procedure More Tolerable
I just got back from the dentist. And I am so, so relieved that I am back from the dentist and no longer reclining in that chair. Stupid cavities. I hate them. And yes — that photo above is me, today,...
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The ‘Most Relaxing Tune Ever’, According to…Science?
Can science give us the perfect sleep-inducing song? I’ve been a bit of an insomniac lately. Somewhere in the depths of 2 a.m. last night (or this morning?), I Googled “most relaxing song ever.” And...
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Sunday Evening at 6 PM: Panic, Anxiety, & Phobia Support Group Phone Call
It’s time for the monthly panic, anxiety, and phobia support group phone call. Led by Grace, a longtime panic sufferer living in the DC area, the call is open to anyone and everyone who is experiencing...
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Anxiety Society: Meet Larry, His Antidepressant, and His Recovery from...
(This is the eighth post in a series called “Anxiety Society” in which I interview everyday anxiety suffers from all walks of life about their struggles, their triumphs, their coping methods, and more....
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Anxiety Society: Larry’s “Ruthless” Rejection of “Needless Pessimism”
(This is the ninth post in a series called “Anxiety Society” in which I interview everyday anxiety suffers from all walks of life about their struggles, their triumphs, their coping methods, and more....
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Cold Meds Got You Anxious? Know Your Ingredients!
Happy cold and flu season! Well, um, minus the “happy” part. I’m on day 5 of the nastiest cold I’ve had in years. It started back on Sunday with a general feeling of unease and sleepiness. Then, on...
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Panic Disorder Progress Report: I’m Struggling, But I’m Proud (Part 1)
Allow me to re-introduce myself. My name is Summer. I’ve got that panic disorder thing with a side of agoraphobia. It’s been awhile since I’ve written a truly personal blog post. I’m not sure why....
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Panic Disorder Progress Report: I’m Struggling, But I’m Proud (Part 2)
A few weeks ago, my friend Vicky came to visit me for the day. A friend of mine from high school, she still lives in the same town where we grew up. When it came time for her to leave, I decided to go...
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Failure IS an Option: On Why I Quit #NaBloPoMo
Back in February, I resolved to write a blog post every single day for the entire month. I got the idea from BlogHer.com and I was excited about the idea for the first week. Thrilled, in fact. I wrote...
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