From feeling unheard to always pleasing others — this post explores why we end up in unfulfilling relationships, and what to do if you're ready for change.

Anxiety can feel like a beast lurking in the background—ready to pounce when you feel vulnerable. But it doesn’t have to control you. In this blog, therapist Alex Weir explores how anxiety works, why it shows up, and how therapy can help you respond with curiosity and compassion. If you're tired of being stuck in fear, this could be the first step toward taming your own anxiety beast.