Feeling Pretty Anxious

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I have a lot going on and feel very blessed with where I am. However, I must admit that I am feeling pretty stressed or anxious. I have a lot I need to get done for the end of the school year at work, I need to work on wedding planning, on top of this dissertation that won't go away. I would be lying if I said I never get anxious when I think about it. I need to just relax, make a plan, and work the plan. I am determined to do this and do this well. What do you do when feeling anxious? What helps you? I know... I know... I'm a counselor. I know a lot about anxiety, but I am willing to learn more strategies.

Dear Stress, I Refuse to Let You Win!

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I have been feeling anxious for over 24 hours. I think working on my dissertation has helped me to understand the depth of what I have left to do. All of this, with a very busy, stressful, and emotional day at work has me feeling exhausted and of course... worried. I know what helps decrease anxiety, proper nutrition, exercise, good sleep, deep breathing, journaling (or blogging)... and the list goes on. I a determined maintain as much balance through this process so, I am forcing myself to stop writing and go to bed before 10:00. I plan to walk tomorrow and spend at least two months meditating. What do you do when you are beginning to feel stress?

Proposal Update

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I am hoping to get my dissertation proposal from my advisor today. We have a meeting this evening and I am very anxious. I'm not really nervous, but I am just ready to get the feedback. Wish me luck...

Four Days and Counting...

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I am trying not to get engulfed by the worry and pressure I am feeling to get this done on time. April 1st (This Thursday) is the due date for my dissertation proposal. To be honest, just thinking about is making me to feel butterflies in my stomach and tingling in my arms. I am off all week so, thankfully I had all that open time. Please prayer for me that I get this done, successfully and that I stay calm while doing it.