09/24/2026
What is anxietyâand am I the only one who feels this way?
Anxiety is your bodyâs natural response to stress or a situation that feels uncertain, overwhelming, or scary. It can look different for everyoneâracing thoughts, a tight chest, trouble sleeping, feeling restless, or constantly worrying about what might happen next.
And if you experience anxiety, you are not alone. So many peopleâespecially teens and young adultsâexperience anxious thoughts and feelings. It doesnât mean thereâs something wrong with you.
So, what can you do when anxiety shows up?
đ« Take a few slow, deep breaths.
đ§ Name what youâre feeling instead of ignoring it.
đ” Step away from social media or other things that may be adding to your stress.
đ¶ââïž Get moving, even if itâs just a short walk.
đŹ Talk to someone you trust. You donât have to carry it by yourself.
You canât always control what happens around you, but you can learn healthy ways to respond when anxiety comes your way.
Your feelings matter. You matter. And you donât have to face it alone. đ
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