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3 eye-opening facts about alcohol + mental health

February 27, 2019April 16, 2019by lisa5 Comments on 3 eye-opening facts about alcohol + mental health
3 eye-opening facts about alcohol + mental health

The information that changed my drinking habits and my quality of life for the better.

I'm Lisa. Spirited marketer by day, old-soul homebody by night. Join me on this journey to physical and emotional self-care, and to making a positive difference.
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As my anxiety heightens during the holiday season, these are my quick, go-to tools to help ease those uncomfortable feelings. See 👇🏼 for a few more of my favorite tips that you can implement almost anywhere!⁣ ⁣ ☕️ Put your phone down and take small, slow sips of water, your favorite herbal tea, or [decaf] coffee. Focus on your drink of choice + your breathing in between sips. ⁣ ⁣ 🖋 Draw or doodle. My go-to is writing in cursive ... I’m really not sure why, but it’s always had a calming effect on me 😌⁣ ⁣ 🎧 Put your headphones on and listen to feel-good music or podcast, or a quick guided meditation. Definitely look into @sarahfinds audio options on @insighttimer for instant relaxation.⁣ ⁣ What are your quick, go-to tips to reduce feelings of anxiety? Save 📄 this post for the next time you’re feeling that stress piling up!⁣ ⁣ Wishing you all peace 💛✨
Today marks 1️⃣5️⃣ days since I’ve done any exercise besides walking. How do I know? Because I’ve been counting ... and dwelling. ⁣ ⁣ My body is fighting illness and rest is necessary, but I’d be lying if I said that I’m not feeling down and out because of it 😔⁣ ⁣ These last couple of weeks, I’ve found myself hyper-focused on “the next day I can get in the gym” instead of the next day I’ll feel better. I’m recognizing that the pressure I put on myself AND the impact society has on my outlook of exercise/the size of my body is still alive and well — and it’s NOT helping me heal.⁣ ⁣ Today, I’m working toward changing my mindset: I will get healthy. I will exercise again, and soon enough. I will do my best not to take my level of wellness + my ability to move for granted. I will accept where I am physically and emotionally at this time. I will love myself in this stage.⁣ ⁣ ... And I have a strong feeling this next week will FEEL better than the last two 💛✨
“But you’re an extrovert! How do YOU have anxiety?”⁣ ⁣ Well, because I do.⁣ ⁣ We ALL have a story. This is your holiday-season reminder to lend an ear, a shoulder, and open arms to the people in your life — even those who seem to have it “all together” 💛✨
There’s just something about coming home from a trip and getting back into to routine that feels SO good. I find it especially important to tap into my routine or “toolkit”, what I KNOW works for me, when it comes to managing my anxiety:⁣⁣ ⁣⁣ 🥬 making my go-to green #fab4smoothie for breakfast — recipe saved in my “food” highlight⁣⁣ 🧘🏻‍♀️ a daily yoga sequence, walk, or workout I enjoy⁣⁣ 😴 prioritizing sleep (a solid 8 hours, if possible)⁣⁣ 👤 going to therapy weekly/biweekly⁣ 💊 taking my medication daily⁣ ⁣⁣ I’m a big believer in the power of holistic healing + modern medicine when it comes to mental health, as my routine reflects. I’m here to remind you that IT’S OKAY to take medication for your mental health ... and it’s okay to have questions about it, too! While I am not a professional, my DM’s are open if y’all have any questions on my experience taking an SSRI to help fight anxiety. ⁣⁣ ⁣⁣ Let’s break the stigma together #breakthestigma #myfavoritemeds 💛✨
I didn’t start my blog or this Instagram with a plan. All I knew was that I loved to write and that, while scared as hell, I wanted to share my story. Over a year later, and I still don’t have a plan ... But I do have immense gratitude. I have found fulfillment from being able to express myself, encourage others, and spread awareness for those living with anxiety disorders.⁣ ⁣ As the gratitude-filled season approaches, I want to say THANK YOU from the bottom of my heart to my support system — I am so blessed and never want to take this moment or any of you for granted 🙏🏼 I also want to thank the @Fabletics team for believing in me and allowing me to represent the brand and all that it stands for ... it is an honor!⁣ ⁣ Finally, THANK YOU to every single person who has read, listened, commented, liked, messaged, reached out, or simply connected with me in some way — you all have truly fulfilled my life. I can honestly say that you have become friends 💛 Signing off for the holiday ... Happy Thanksgiving! ✨ #grateful #FableticsPartner #MyFabletics
... And I’m here to help y’all with that!⁣ ⁣ I promise I’m not the Grinch — I do see the magic in this time of year ✨ But my reality is this: the most anxious, panic-attack prone periods of my life have been around the holidays. ⁣ ⁣ There are many reasons (which are different for everyone) as to why this time of year brings more emotion — in my case, more anxiety. I’ve had to dig deep to learn WHY I’m triggered during this season, and I’ve also worked hard to minimize my negative feelings around it.⁣ ⁣ From simplifying gift-giving 🎁 to ditching the diet 🙅🏻‍♀️, check out my latest blog on how to enjoy the holidays with a little less stress (link in bio). Happy Thanksgiving Week! 💛

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