My earliest memory of anxiety was throwing up every morning before school in 4th grade for about a month.  I didn’t know what it was at the time, I just knew that I dreaded going to school because of bullying.  I was so upset it manifested in being physically ill.  Since then, anxiety and depression have plagued me as an adult and literally held me back from living the life of my dreams.  I wanted to share with you what has helped me cope with anxiety and depression.  I am working to overcome these debilitating disorders and banish them from my life.

Acknowledge that you need help

It’s very easy to continue to go through life and just grin and bear it.  I was a victim of anxiety for many years, not being self-aware of what what happening to me or even seeking ways to overcome it.  We often don’t take the time for self-care and just accept that “this is the way life is.” But I was always envious of others that seemed to...