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Moving Past Performance Anxiety
Think back to those classroom presentations. Most of us felt a familiar surge of anxiety, a knot in the stomach fueled by more than just our performance. We worried about everything from how we would be judged by our peers to whether we would get a good grade. But the real challenge was often the "anxiety within anxiety"—the relentless stream of internal questions that played on a loop: "What [...]
Identifying Emotional Dependence
It's impossible to meet every expectation others have of us. Sometimes, external circumstances get in the way, or we simply lack the capacity. Other times, the expectations themselves are unrealistic or too demanding. The Burden of Unmet Expectations in Dependent Personalities People with dependent personalities often shoulder all the blame when they fall short of others' expectations, regardless of how grand those expectations may be. They internalize these expectations [...]
Spiritual Wellness and Mental Health: A Combined Approach
In today’s fast-paced world, it’s common to feel like something is missing even after seeking traditional mental health support. While therapy, medication, and self-help strategies play crucial roles in addressing psychological symptoms, they sometimes overlook a deeper dimension: spiritual wellness."Spiritual Wellness and Mental Health: A Combined Approach" bridges this gap by integrating evidence-based mental health care with practices that nurture meaning, purpose, and connection. This comprehensive perspective honors the whole [...]
A Parent’s Guide to Understanding Teen Emotions
Adolescence can feel like riding a roller coaster for both teens and parents. Mood swings, frustration, withdrawal: these are all part of being a teenager. But understanding why these emotional waves arise is the first step toward helping your child navigate them with confidence. As a trusted local resource, Stenzel Clinical Services, empowers parents to better understand teen emotions and when to seek help. Why Teen Emotions Feel So [...]
Recognizing the Different Faces of Anxiety
Anxiety is more than just feeling “stressed” or “nervous” before an exam or big presentation. It can take many shapes and affect people in unique ways. Recognizing the different faces of anxiety is the first step toward finding relief and support. In this article, we’ll explore the most common types of anxiety, what they feel like, and how Stenzel Clinical Services helps individuals live well by offering personalized, compassionate [...]
Purposeful Leisure
It's Monday morning again. You're sluggish, unmotivated, and already longing for the weekend. Like the vast majority of Americans, you likely spend your free time trying to recover, perhaps by binging shows, scrolling through social media, or catching up on sleep. Yet, when the new workweek arrives, that hoped-for feeling of being refreshed often remains elusive. This leads to a common question: Is passive rest truly the most effective [...]