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RE: Herbal Anxiety Support Series: Greeting the Allies, An Introduction
YAY :D so happy to hear it!! i think it will be really fun to write; a good exercise out in writing down my experience. i really want to dig into expressing the uncomfortable feelings of anxiety and precisely how the herbs can help! they're all so unique and anxiety is such a rich topic that isn't talked about enough. time to destigmatize a bit more ;) xoxo
You are right, it is a topic that is not discussed properly. I remember having an anxiety attack during a big business meeting - no one even noticed. I just sat there wondering if I was dying. I saw a doctor and learned what it was - I was embarrassed thinking it was such a weak ailment to have.
It kept happening and eventually I had to stop and question why. I refused medication and instead started listening to my body, taking long, long walks in the woods every day. In the end we changed our life quite radically (moving and leaving our jobs) and I haven't had an attack like that since. Traffic, crowds, certain family ... and anxiety still creeps back.
I would really like to incorporate herbs into helping me preparing for situations that I know are going to cause anxiety. I really am looking forward to your lessons! :)
yes this weakness idea seems to be one we all have around anxiety. i think any "less emotions" like fear, anxiety, sadness get labeled as weak in our patriarchal capitalistic society based on growth and one upmanship, but as your story details, those emotions lead us to our true path away from these soul sucking systems that are externally imposed. so thankful for your journey and voice and all of your shares! looking forward to hear more of your journey over time!
the herbs have been a huge ally for me... seriously don't know where i'd be without them. they are my friends... grateful to share them and thankful you're here to witness. thanks <3