Mindfulness and Asthma: Meditate?! Seriously?I think, unless we just about grow up exposed to meditation, our brains are almost pre-programmed to meet the word “meditate” with a mental image of a person sitting in...
Strong Emotions, Stress, and DepressionStrong emotions and stress are linked to asthma in many ways. Strong emotions can trigger asthma symptoms and asthma attacks. This may happen because of breathing changes, such as hyperventilation...
The Dark Side of AsthmaI want to get real for a minute about mental health and asthma. No one on earth would wish to have asthma. At least no one who has ever actually...
Asthma and DepressionDepression is a sensitive subject that often feels taboo for those who need to talk about it most. The irony is, that it's more common than we would like to...
Asthma Anxieties: Isolation & MisunderstandingIn this series, we discuss causes of anxiety for those facing physical health conditions. Phrases in quotes are the words of our community members across various conditions on what it’s...
2019 In America Survey: My Inner Life With AsthmaLife is different when you have asthma. Sometimes the outside doesn’t necessarily reflect what’s happening on the inside. We’re bringing the emotional and mental aspects of this “invisible illness” to...
The Emotional Rollercoaster of AsthmaI’m just going to say it- asthma can be completely and utterly overwhelming at times. Regardless if you are newly diagnosed or an asthma pro. Asthma can have some harsh...
