Anxiety looks different on everyone. For some, anxiety shows up as social withdrawal , and causes people to “flood” with emotions, essentially shutting down until the anxiety is worked through. In others, anxiety manifests as over-functioning, in what’s called high-functioning anxiety.

May is Mental Health Awareness month, and it may be the most perfectly timed awareness month yet. The collective experience of the COVID-19 pandemic has highlighted the importance of mental health, and the toll that putting our mental wellbeing on the back-burner can have.

Mindfulness helps calm the mind and body by bringing attention to the present moment. This article explains what mindfulness is, how it reduces stress and anxiety, and practical ways to include mindful awareness in your daily routine for better focus, balance, and well-being.