Blog — anxiety relief

Becoming Calm Anxiety Workbook and Journal 0

I know how bad anxiety feels, and how much it gets in the way of happiness, because I’ve experienced decades of anxiety myself. Before becoming a counselor, I stumbled along trying various ways to deal with my anxiety even though I didn’t know to give it that label. Now, I only rarely have a small pang of anxiety that I can easily manage.

This inside look at anxiety, coupled with what I’ve learned from helping hundreds of counseling clients overcome everything from generalized anxiety to fear of flying to PTSD, has given me unique insight into what anxiety feels like, what helps relieve it, and what helps build stress resilience.

I put what I've learned from all these experiences into a new book in the Silver Lining series -- Becoming Calm: Silver Lining Reduce Anxiety and Increase Stress Resilience Workbook and Journal.

Cognitive Distortions: Overcoming Negative Mind Traps 0

The way you look at things may be making those things feel worse than they really are. Your view of yourself and the world around you can get distorted by some negative thought patterns that are so common that they have a name: cognitive distortions. 

Learning how to spot cognitive distortions like polarized thinking, overgeneralization, and catastrophizing can lift your mood and help reduce stress, anxiety, and depression. 

Best Anti-Anxiety Supplements for Stress Relief (2025 Guide) 0

If anxiety is weighing you down or winding up, you aren't alone. Approximately 1 in 3 adults and teens in the US will experience an anxiety disorder.

Many supplements can help relieve and anxiety and boost your ability to deal with stress, but it can be challenging to sort through the many options. This article answers the question: What are the best natural supplements for anxiety?

Best Journal & Planner Accessories: Markers, Stickers & More 0

There are many journal accessories (like repositionable tabs, DIY ribbon page bookmarks, no-bleed markers) that can add ease, efficiency, and enjoyment to the use of journals and planners. I purchased and tested several of these items to review them for you and let you know what works and doesn't work. 

Tips for How to Get Vitamin D from the Sun 0

Vitamin D is the sunshine vitamin, but how do you safely get vitamin D from the sun?

How much sun exposure do you need for healthy levels of vitamin D? Can I get vitamin D from the sun through my windows?

Read on for the answers to your questions and 10 tips to optimize your sun time for vitamin D production.

The Sunshine Vitamin: D3 Benefits, Sources, and Dosage 0

Vitamin D3 is known for supporting bone and immune health—but it also plays a powerful role in emotional well-being. Research links low vitamin D levels to increased risk of anxiety and depression, while supplementation may help improve mood and stress resilience.

This post explains how vitamin D3 supports your brain and body, the difference between D2 and D3, food sources, and how to get enough safely from the sun and supplements. If you struggle with low mood or anxious thoughts, vitamin D might be a piece of the puzzle.