Coping with Anxiety: Mind, Body, and What’s on Your Netflix Queue

Anxiety isn’t just “in your head” — it’s in your body, your habits, and even your evening TV lineup. The good news? There are plenty of ways to calm the storm.

Mindfulness, breathwork, and somatic awareness are powerful tools to help you anchor yourself in the present moment when anxiety tries to pull you into the “what ifs.” Gentle movement, grounding exercises, and even a short walk on Florida’s beautiful coastline (or just your backyard) can regulate your nervous system and restore a sense of calm.

What you eat also plays a surprising role. The gut-brain connection means your microbiome has a direct line to your mood. Incorporating fermented foods, leafy greens, and omega-3s and cutting back or eliminating processed foods and refined sugar (yes, all the good stuff!) can support mental health from the inside out. Consult a nutritionist or your doctor to find out what foods and/or supplements can improve the health of your microbiome.

And here’s something you may not have considered: what you consume emotionally matters, too. Doomscrolling the news, bingeing dark thrillers, or endlessly comparing yourself on social media can spike anxiety without you even realizing it. Balance is key — mix in uplifting books, nature shows, or even a little golden-retriever-puppy content.

Therapy offers space to explore what’s fueling your anxiety and to learn customized tools that work for you. Whether through talk therapy, mindfulness, or even art therapy, healing happens when we approach anxiety with curiosity — not judgment.

Ready to find what soothes your system? Let’s work together to quiet the noise and reconnect to calm.