Anxiety Archives – Blunt Therapy

Your Nervous System Isn’t Broken—It’s Overloaded: 4 Ways To Heal It

by Beth Rush

April 14, 2026

Most people think of stress as something happening in their mind. In reality, it’s something happening in their body. Deadlines pile up. Notifications don’t stop.

Rhythmic Breathing: The Simple Habit That Calms Your Nervous System

by Beth Rush

April 13, 2026

Your breath already has a rhythm. When you guide that rhythm intentionally, you send your nervous system a clear signal that you are safe. Rhythmic

Insomnia Anxiety: 7 Irritating Reasons You Can’t Fall Asleep

7 Reasons Insomnia Anxiety Makes Sleep Worse

by Dr. Lynn Alison Bornfriend, MD

April 12, 2026

Most people with insomnia eventually arrive at the same conclusion:If I just try harder, I’ll finally fall asleep. That sounds reasonable. It’s also exactly what

9 Smart Coping Strategies To Beat Back Career Change Anxiety

It’s Totally Normal to Have Anxiety When Switching Careers – Here Are 9 Ways to Cope

by Randy Withers

October 2, 2025

Switching careers is one of those life decisions that feels thrilling and terrifying at the same time. On the surface, there’s the excitement of new

Ease Anxiety in Autistic Children: 5 ABA-Informed Approaches

How ABA-Informed Strategies Can Ease Anxiety in Autistic Children (and Their Parents)

by Beth Rush

August 27, 2025

When your child is anxious, the whole family feels it. Heart-racing meltdowns, school refusals, sound sensitivities, and sudden shutdowns can turn ordinary days into uphill

7 Ways Online Polarization Will Make Your Depression Worse

by Beth Rush

August 24, 2025

The internet can be a lifeline for news, community and connection. It can also become a pressure cooker, keeping you in a constant loop of

Why Anxiety in the Modern World is Skyrocketing (and How to Fix It)

by Randy Withers

March 16, 2025

Life today feels busier than ever. Constant notifications, endless social media scrolling, and relentless work deadlines make anxiety in the modern world an increasingly common

4 Breathing Techniques for Anxiety You Can Start Using Today

by Randy Withers

January 8, 2025

Discover effective breathing techniques for anxiety to reduce stress, improve mental health, and build resilience. Learn practical methods like 4-7-8 and box breathing.