When Anxiety Makes Everything Feel Like a Warning Sign
• Emily Stetzer

When Anxiety Makes Everything Feel Like a Warning Sign

Environmental end-of-the-world anxiety is real. And Hulu's Paradise just made it worse. Whether its apocalyptic anxiety or environmental, it's important to understand that no single action (or inaction) I take today will single-handedly determine the fate of the world. It’s about recognizing the anxious thought, letting it pass like a cloud, and coming back to the present moment.
Do People with OCD Tend to Be Late?
• Emily Stetzer

Do People with OCD Tend to Be Late?

If you put me on the spot, I’d probably say, “Late? Me? Never.” And if my partner saw this, I’d deny everything. But if I’m being completely honest… yeah, I...

My First Panic Attack Sent Me into an Existential OCD Spiral
• Lindsay Stetzer

My First Panic Attack Sent Me into an Existential OCD Spiral

I always felt this responsibility to make sure everyone was safe all the time. And I always felt like I had control over that. But when this thought triggered a panic attack—one that left me feeling physically and mentally detached from reality—that certainty disappeared. I felt lost. Suddenly, the idea that a single action or thought could unravel my understanding of what was real became unbearable. The fear paralyzed me. At the time, I didn’t know that what I was experiencing had a name—Existential OCD. 
5 Ways to Support Your Partner with Relationship OCD this Valentine's Day
• Emily Stetzer

5 Ways to Support Your Partner with Relationship OCD this Valentine's Day

The best gift you can give your loved one this Valentine’s Day? Understanding. Patience. Compassion. As someone with OCD, I’m lucky to have a partner who truly understands. To be...

Do I Have OCD or Am I Just Overthinking? My Story Might Help
• Emily Stetzer

Do I Have OCD or Am I Just Overthinking? My Story Might Help

The other day, I had a CLASSIC OCD moment. I was walking home from Bloomingdale’s on 59th Street, braving the freezing cold, when I reached into my pocket for my...

2025: The Year of Looking Inward
• Emily Stetzer

2025: The Year of Looking Inward

Something my therapist said recently shifted my perspective: "You have a tendency to look outward for direction, which makes sense because for a long time, you were confused about what...

I Was Content Spending New Year's on My Couch... Until I Did This
• Emily Stetzer

I Was Content Spending New Year's on My Couch... Until I Did This

  Here’s Why Spending New Year’s Eve on the Couch and Scrolling Social Media Is a Recipe for Anxiety New Year’s Eve is supposed to be a time of reflection,...

Surviving the Holidays with OCD
• Emily Stetzer

Surviving the Holidays with OCD

How OCD Can Interfere with the Holidays—and How to Navigate It The holiday season is often described as the most wonderful time of the year. But for those with OCD,...

Tired of Brain Rot? Here Are 5 Better Ways to Relax After a Stressful Day
• Emily Stetzer

Tired of Brain Rot? Here Are 5 Better Ways to Relax After a Stressful Day

  We’ve all been there: the day’s been overwhelming, and the couch is practically calling your name. You grab your phone, planning to scroll for “just a minute.” Before you...

You Might Call It Overthinking, but Is It High-Functioning Anxiety or OCD?
• Emily Stetzer

You Might Call It Overthinking, but Is It High-Functioning Anxiety or OCD?

Understanding the Difference Between High-Functioning Anxiety and OCD Imagine this: You’re juggling life like a pro. Deadlines? Met. Social plans? Checked off. To everyone else, you’re thriving. But inside? There’s...

5 Gratitude Practices to Ease Holiday Anxiety and Stay Grounded
• Emily Stetzer

5 Gratitude Practices to Ease Holiday Anxiety and Stay Grounded

The holiday season can be overwhelming, with endless to-dos, social gatherings, and the pressure to make everything perfect. Gratitude offers a simple yet powerful way to ease holiday anxiety and...

Presently Bracelets Presents: The 7 Days of Mindfulness Giveaway
• Emily Stetzer

Presently Bracelets Presents: The 7 Days of Mindfulness Giveaway

Starting on November 11th, we're giving away one bracelet a day for 7 days!  As the holiday season draws near, it's easy to get caught up in the excitement and...

OCD Misconceptions: What People STILL Don’t Get
• Emily Stetzer

OCD Misconceptions: What People STILL Don’t Get

How to Help People Better Understand OCD Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder (OCD) is one of the most misunderstood mental health conditions. Despite increased awareness, many people still believe in harmful stereotypes that...

The Perfect Reminder for Each Inside Out 2 Character
• Emily Stetzer

The Perfect Reminder for Each Inside Out 2 Character

With the release of Inside Out 2, Pixar has once again taken us into the complex world of Riley’s mind as she navigates the challenges and emotions of her teenage years....

Allowing Space for Grief: A Lesson from Carson Daly on Liam Payne’s Passing
• Emily Stetzer

Allowing Space for Grief: A Lesson from Carson Daly on Liam Payne’s Passing

When we experience the death of someone we admire, like Liam Payne, it’s human nature to seek answers immediately. Why did this happen? Could it have been prevented? But, as...

Genuinely Helpful Gifts for Anxiety and Well-Being
• Emily Stetzer

Genuinely Helpful Gifts for Anxiety and Well-Being

  The Presently Gift Guide for the 2024 holiday season As the 2024 holidays approach, finding the perfect gift that resonates with meaning and purpose can be challenging. At Presently,...