The right way to respond to someone’s anxiety

July 30, 2021August 31, 2021 ~ KaraFoster ~ Leave a comment

A few months ago I had to have minor surgery. I wasn't particularly stressed about the surgery itself, as I knew what to expect, and was actually quite proud of myself for being able to put some of the coping skills I had learned into practice. Unfortunately, a few weeks before the big day I … Continue reading The right way to respond to someone’s anxiety

Why Being More Assertive Should be on Your Top Priority List

September 7, 2019August 16, 2020 ~ KaraFoster ~ 1 Comment

For the majority of my life, conversations would typically go like this… Friend: Let’s go out for dinner tonight! Me: I’ve actually had a headache all day, and think I need to go home and relax. Friend: Awww, come on! Maybe if you eat you’ll feel better! Me (mumbling, avoiding eye contact): No, I don’t … Continue reading Why Being More Assertive Should be on Your Top Priority List