Rising Above Anxiety

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Pushing Through the Storm

Anxiety can feel like a relentless storm—loud, unsettling, and out of your control. It creeps in with whispers of doubt, accelerates your heartbeat, and convinces you that you’re not enough or that everything will fall apart. But here’s the truth: anxiety may visit, but it doesn’t get to stay. It may shake you, but it does not define you.

Pushing through anxiety takes more than just willpower—it takes courage. It means waking up and choosing to face the day, even when every fiber in your body says to stay hidden. It means breathing through the panic, grounding yourself in the now, and finding strength in your small steps.

Remember this: you are not weak because you feel anxious. You are brave because you keep moving through it. You are strong because you refuse to let fear steal your light. Every time you take a deep breath, speak your truth, ask for help, or simply get out of bed—you are winning.

This journey isn’t about perfection. It’s about progress. Some days will be harder than others, and that’s okay. Give yourself grace. Let yourself grow. Trust that the same you who feels overwhelmed today has the power to rise tomorrow.

You are not alone in this. Keep going. Keep pushing. The storm will pass—and when it does, you’ll see how powerful you really are. 🌞

Shakera Williams, MSW Avatar

About the author

Shakera has been known to beat all the odds of battling mental health challenges and pursuing her dreams. She is also the author of four books. A memoir of her battle with mental illness titled “The Dealt Hand: The Story of my Battle with mental illness”, The Art of Resilience: Dreaming and Overcoming the Challenges of Life, Resilient Inspired Spiritual Excellence (R.I.S.E.), and her newest book “Hues of Stained Glass: Healing from Broken Pieces”. Shakera’s passion for mental health and women comes from her own experiences and overcoming the barriers and challenges in her own life. Shakera understands that she cannot do anything without her relationship with God His grace and the support of her community.

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