My Journey Through Anxiety

Last semester, deadlines caused immense stress, and my chest felt like someone

was sitting on it every single morning I started breathing exercises and confidently

set boundaries, saying no to projects. It actually helped. At 2 AM,

I texted my roommate, 'I can't breathe.' She stayed with me until it

passed. Next day, I called campus counseling. The counselor reframed

anxiety as my brain trying to protect me. Now I study in twenty-minute chunks

with breaks. Checking in with friends, reaching out isn't weakness,

it's the bravest thing I ever did.