When people go to therapy, one of the most healing parts isn’t a special technique or a fancy treatment plan — it’s the experience of talking to someone who truly listens. Research published in the Journal of Consulting and Clinical Psychology shows that the quality of the relationship between you and your therapist — called …
Body: You nailed your presentation. You answered the emails. The office lights go off — yet your chest is still tight and your mind refuses to switch off. Sound familiar? Here’s what’s going on: sometimes anxiety isn’t about what’s happening now, it’s about everything that could happen next. It keeps you wired after the workday …
Anxiety doesn’t always arrive as a full-blown panic attack. More often, it shows up quietly: a nervous chest, a thought loop, a subtle “what if” that won’t go away. Here’s a simple step you can offer to your audience (or use yourself) when that happens — and a short explanation to make the concept shareable. …
If you’ve been feeling anxious lately, you’re not alone. Anxiety affects millions of adults every year — and while therapy and medication are powerful tools, one of the simplest and most accessible ways to reduce anxiety is often overlooked: physical activity. The Research Is Clear A 2024 meta-analysis published in the British Journal of Sports …
A 2025 study published in Frontiers in Psychology found that matching workouts to personality types boosts engagement and emotional benefits. For those with anxiety, calm, low-intensity exercises—like swimming, tai chi, or solo routines—are more effective than socially dynamic workouts. https://time.com/7302707/what-is-best-workout-personality Therapist reflection: Workouts, sports, and emotional well-being are unique to each person. There is so …
Approximately 35% of athletes experience significant mental health challenges—such as anxiety and depression—after major competitions like the Olympics. Some national programs now offer structured “performance decompression,” including hot debriefs and transitional support, to help athletes reset mentally and reintegrate into everyday life. Hot Debriefs Transitional Support https://www.ft.com/content/c6d04d91-917c-4693-a9f0-49134b9cc790?utm_ Therapist Reflections: After we perform, and those we …
High‐profile cyclists like Mark Cavendish (depression) and Tom Dumoulin (burnout) have highlighted a systemic mental health crisis in pro cycling. Studies report nearly 28% face depression and up to 22% face addiction-related behaviors, often exacerbated by overtraining and isolation. Frameworks such as the Swiss Mental Health Hub and REACT promote early psychological screening and rider-focused …
A recent study published in the peer-reviewed journal BMJ Nutrition, Prevention & Health found that individuals who follow calorie-restrictive diets—especially men and those who are overweight—are more likely to experience symptoms of depression. These symptoms include low mood, fatigue, and sleep disturbances. The findings suggest that strict dieting may lead to nutritional deficiencies and added …
When groups act in unison, individuals often lose their sense of individuality, succumbing to collective emotions, like fear or anxiety. In times of crisis or widespread uncertainty, such as during economic downturns or public health emergencies, anxiety can spread quickly among groups, intensifying mental health challenges. Evidence shows that collective fear can escalate personal anxiety, …
Social media platforms today operate like massive crowds, where groupthink and collective behaviors dominate. Constant exposure to idealized lifestyles, along with the fear of missing out (FOMO), can escalate feelings of anxiety. Studies indicate that increased time on social media is linked to higher rates of anxiety, particularly in younger populations. Understanding how these digital …
