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Fuel Your Body, Ease Your Mind: Why Eating Right on Time Helps Anxiety

You know that feeling when you’re trying to do your homework, but your stomach is growling so loud you can’t concentrate?

The Secret Superpower of a Good Night’s Sleep

Imagine you have a superpower that makes you feel happier, think more clearly, and worry less.

Your Body’s Favorite Drink: Why Water Wins Every Time

Let’s talk about two of the simplest, most powerful things you can do for your body that can help you feel more steady and less shaky inside: drinking more water and cutting back on soda and coffee.

Taking Care of Your Body to Feel Calmer

You know that feeling when you’re stressed or worried?

Feeling Better Starts with Your Body: Cutting Down on Drinking and Smoking

Let’s talk about two things that might feel like they help in the moment but can actually make your anxiety worse over time: drinking alcohol and smoking or vaping.

Why Moving Your Body Every Day is a Superpower for Your Mood

Imagine you have a superpower that can make you feel happier, calmer, and less worried.

Quick Tips

Are there herbs that help with the physical feelings of anxiety, like a shaky stomach?

Absolutely. Ginger is a champion at soothing the physical side of anxiety, especially an upset or shaky stomach. While it’s famous for settling nausea, it also has a warming, calming effect on your whole system. Peppermint is another great option for calming stomach cramps and tension. Sipping a ginger or peppermint tea when you feel those nervous flutters in your gut can provide direct, fast-acting relief, making your body feel more comfortable and settled.

What are some easy ways to spend time with these people?

You don’t need to plan a big, complicated event. The best connections often happen during simple, everyday activities. Send a text to ask if they want to go for a walk, have a coffee, or just chat on the phone for a few minutes. You could watch a movie together, run errands as a pair, or even play an online game. The activity itself isn’t the main point; it’s the shared time and the positive connection that helps lower your anxiety.

What are the best omega-3s in fish oil for my mood?

The two most important omega-3s for your mood are called EPA and DHA. EPA is like the lead mechanic for your mood, working directly to help calm feelings of worry and frustration. DHA is the main building block for your brain’s structure, keeping it healthy and strong. Together, they are a powerful team. For feeling calmer, you generally want a supplement that has more EPA than DHA, as EPA is especially good at supporting a balanced and positive mood.

I get frustrated when I’m not good at a hobby. How can I get past that?

This is so common! The secret is to shift your goal from “being the best” to “enjoying the process.“ Remember, the main point of your hobby is to make you feel better, not to create a masterpiece. Give yourself permission to be a beginner and to make messy mistakes. If you’re knitting and you drop a stitch, it’s okay. If you’re shooting baskets and you miss, it’s okay. Laugh about it. The value is in the doing itself—the rhythm, the focus, the simple act of creating or moving—not in the final result.

How can something in my gut affect my anxiety?

It might seem strange, but your gut and your brain are in constant conversation through a special connection often called the “gut-brain axis.“ Your gut sends signals to your brain, and your brain sends signals back. When the balance of bacteria in your gut is off, it can send stress signals to your brain. By adding helpful probiotics, you can help your gut send more “calm” and “everything’s okay” messages instead. A happier gut can contribute to a calmer, less anxious you.