Anxiety Flare-Up? Here's How I Found My Way Back

It’s Been a While… But I’m Back! Ever feel like you’ve finally got things under control—your thoughts are clearer, your body feels more at ease—and then suddenly, out of nowhere, it all comes crashing back? The anxious thoughts return. Your body feels edgy and “off.” Your stomach is bloated, and your brain won’t stop overthinking. You’re left wondering, “Wait… I thought I had this handled. I thought I was healed?” Let me be the first to say— this is life. It ebbs and flows, and the real key isn’t in avoiding the hard moments—it’s in how we respond to them. About two years ago, my anxiety came roaring back. And I don’t mean quietly creeping in—I was radiating that edgy, jumpy vibe that felt so visible to everyone around me. My stomach was painfully bloated (thank you, cortisol), my sleep was restless, I couldn’t focus, and to top it off—I was stuttering. I felt disconnected from my family, my friends, and honestly, myself. My body was tense, I couldn’t take a deep breath, and even ...