Untamed Journey Insights

I’m doing this 6-month and 12-month challenge to build positive habits, improve my mindset, and deepen self-love. I love character-building and personal growth revamps—if for no other reason than to boss all the way up and remind myself that I am, in fact, a badass. I’ll write more about this specific challenge when I hit the 6-month mark, but for now, the core premise is simple: focus on adding value to my life rather than fixating on what I need to subtract, quit, or remove. This shift has been nothing short of revolutionary for my mindset—and honestly, for my life. One of the more recent additions? Bringing reading back into my bedtime routine. It used to be a non-negotiable part of my night, but over the last few years, it just… disappeared. My bedtime routine became sporadic—going to bed at random hours, brushing my teeth, maybe taking off my makeup, maybe doing skincare, and definitely scrolling. (Yes, therapists have unhealthy habits too. We're human, just like you.) The fir...

  In our previous blog post, we explored what anxiety is, how it manifests, and the impact it can have on our daily lives. Now that we understand the nature of anxiety, it’s time to dive into practical coping tools that can help manage and reduce its intensity. Whether you’re dealing with occasional anxious thoughts or navigating a chronic anxiety disorder, these tools can be valuable additions to your mental health toolkit. 1. Grounding Techniques Grounding techniques can help bring you back to the present moment when anxiety feels overwhelming. These methods work by engaging your senses and breaking the cycle of anxious thoughts. The 5-4-3-2-1 Technique: Identify 5 things you can see, 4 things you can touch, 3 things you can hear, 2 things you can smell, and 1 thing you can taste. Holding an Object: Focus on the texture, weight, and temperature of an object in your hand. 2. Breathing Exercises Anxiety often leads to shallow or rapid breathing, which can exacerbate feelings of p...