Living With Anxiety: Recognising the Hidden Signs and Finding Your Way Back to Calm
Anxiety is not always obvious. It is not only the racing heart or the constant worry that people often picture. For many, it shows up in subtle and sometimes confusing ways, weaving its way into everyday life until it feels like part of who you are. If you have ever wondered whether the headaches you get, the restless nights you endure, or the rituals you depend on are linked to anxiety, you are not alone. Anxiety can affect anyone, at any stage of life. Children may worry about leaving home for school, teenagers may fear social rejection, adults may feel the strain of workplace pressures, and older adults may worry about health or independence. It can impact every walk of life, every background, and every age. The Many Faces of Anxiety Anxiety does not always announce itself in clear ways. It can live in the body, in the mind, and in behaviours that at first glance may not seem connected. Some people experience: • Physical symptoms : frequent headaches, stomach upsets, feeli...