“For years I did not know what ‘it’ was. I felt anxiety as depression, panic attacks, procrastination, headaches, exhaustion and sometimes I felt physically ill. I have made it a passion to find out how I could change channels in my brain to manage anxiety and live to my fullest potential, live my dreams, and thrive” writes my guest. I understand what she is saying. I didn’t diagnose my own anxiety until my mid 70’s and that was after 21 years of therapy with two different counselors. When we don’t know what’s wrong, it’s hard to find the correct treatment. Taking aspirin for a headache stops the pain temporarily, but it doesn’t stop the problem that caused the headache. The American Psychological Association predicted a mental health crisis this year because of the trauma we have all been subjected to, including the pandemic, war, mass shootings, climate change, natural disasters, social injustice, and the economy. Anxiety disorders, depression, and suicides are all increasing, but there is help available. Please join us Thursday to learn simple techniques to help you identify and manage your anxiety and become a self-empowered, happy anxiety warrior.