Hi, my name is Marrissa. Brooklyn born and raised, married, dog mama, and suffering from GAD, also known as Generalized Anxiety Disorder. I have been dealing with anxiety my whole life. From a young age, there has been multiple factors that played a big role in my anxiety today, some of which I wasn’t even aware of. I was able to navigate through those factors during my time in psychotherapy over the last two years.…

This is tricky and hard to navigate, and it takes both parties to be willing to be uncomfortable and open to making compromises for one another. When you’re in a relationship with someone suffering from anxiety, it can be really overwhelming. It can be draining and exhausting to say the least. Patience is key from both parties. Everyone handles things differently. You don’t have to understand what your partner is going through, but you must…

I myself, was resistant to therapy and medication. I felt that I was stronger than my own mind and I should be able to conquer these issues without assistance. It was discouraging and frustrating to say the least, but the frustration grew into discomfort. At this point, there was no choice but to make changes. I stopped judging myself, and allowed myself to do something positive and necessary for myself. I started going to therapy…

Anyone who suffers from anxiety, knows how important routine is. It is important to make sure your routine is healthy, productive and filled with self care. You must always take care of yourself first. Your body is your temple. You must take care of your mind, body and soul collectively. If you aren’t properly taking care of yourself, your mental health with be effected. From eating right, to exercising, to meditating, or even just journaling…

There isn’t an exact science to overcoming or “curing” anxiety. Everyone’s journey is different, so remember to be patient with yourself. It’s all about finding what works best for you. You are the only YOU. You are uniquely designed. What may work for someone, may not work for you. There are many different ways you can go about managing your anxiety. From therapy, to medication, to mindful meditation, to supplements, etc. – you can find…