Reflexology
Originally practiced by the ancient Egyptians, reflexology is a touch/massage practice based on the idea that the reflexes in the foot are mirror images of all of the organs, tissues, muscles and glands in the body (see the above diagram
Worry Stones
Worry stones, sometimes called “pocket tranquilizers,” have been used since the beginning of humankind (yes, anxiety is that old). Ancient Greeks used Palm Stones, smoothed by the sea and Komboloi, which are worry beads, similar to rosary beads used in
Bach’s Rescue Remedy
Another anxiety sister recommended this month’s soother to us years ago, and, to our delight, it really works! Just a couple of spritzes on the tongue, and everything feels just a little bit easier. If you prefer drops, they sell
Talk to Yourself Aloud
This month's soother is simple but extremely effective: TALK TO YOURSELF ALOUD (trust us, the aloud part really makes a difference) Explain to yourself what is happening by labeling the experience: “What I'm feeling is anxiety. It is very uncomfortable, but