OVERTHINKING
Anxiety often involves repetitive “what-if” thoughts, catastrophizing scenarios, or ruminating on past events.
Anxiety can persist even when you know there’s no real danger—it’s your brain’s overactive threat-detection system.
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Anxiety is manageable, not a life sentence. Small, consistent actions—like breathwork or reframing thoughts—build resilience over time.
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