It is now a common thing to feel stressed every now and then with the busy lives that we have. Stress can cause lots of problems such as diarrhea, headaches or gastric related illnesses, if we let stress build up without doing anything to relax again.

Stress is an emotional reaction to the changing world. Not all stressful experiences are bad for us; however, some of them definitely pose a challenge. If we experience stress for prolonged periods of time, we become distressed, no matter what the root of this stress is. Managing stress is thus important for our well-being. Here [...]

They say there’s more than one way to skin a cat. The same goes when you start tearing your hair out with all the frustration, grief, anxiety, and yes, stress. It’s a state of mental conditioning that is like taking that bitter pill down your throat, causing you to lose your sense of self, and worse your sanity. Just thinking about it can drive anyone off the edge.

Have you noticed that people in general these days are more anxious and have to contend with ever increasing levels of stress and anxiety in their lives. And while there are many conventional treatment options for someone suffering with anxiety, there are also a number of very effective techniques and methods you can implement yourself that will make a big difference in your ability to cope with the anxiety in your life.

The Midwest Center for Stress and Anxiety was founded by Lucinda Bassett, who shares the story of her 20-year battle with anxiety and depression through the Center as a way of helping others who suffer from stress and anxiety.
Lucinda Bassett’s Story
Lucinda Bassett’s story is well known, but it bears reporting here since the Midwest Center [...]