Day To Day Frustration And Anxiety (The Life Of A Dyslexic)

Have you ever found yourself with a jittery sensation taking over your day? That low-level buzz in your chest or a slight racing in your mind? In today’s podcast, we dive into where that feeling comes from and what it might reveal about how we handle daily hiccups.

This conversation comes straight from the heart. I opened up about those little anxieties that pop up, especially for those of us who sometimes struggle to switch our brains off. We look at why they surface, how to notice them, and small steps to lighten their load.

What Does That Nerve-Wracking Feeling Look Like?

We’ve all been there. One moment you’re cruising along, the next you’re hit by a burst of uncertainty. It happens when we try to finish a project, remember a task, or plan dinner. Suddenly, everything feels overwhelming.

I’ve been noticing it in my own life, too. Sometimes I forget that these small worries add up. They’re the hidden triggers behind that knot in my stomach. The more attention I pay to them, the clearer they become. Awareness is often the first step to calming them.

How We Try to Cope

In the episode, I mention how we often find quick fixes. We distract ourselves. We load up Netflix or scroll social media or tidy the house. These methods might help for a moment, but they don’t fully solve the tension.

When we let those feelings build up, they become harder to move past. That’s why a gentle strategy is to slow down and be kind to yourself. Let’s tap into what that knot is really trying to say. You might find it’s less about fear and more about personal growth waiting to happen.

“Sometimes that nervy feeling is just your brain’s way of saying: You’re about to learn something big.”

The Reality of Everyday Challenges

Things like paying bills or managing relationships might seem normal. Yet for our dyslexic or ADHD brains, these can be big triggers. It’s not about being lazy or disorganised — it’s about how we process the world around us.

The episode explores how to identify these challenges faster. Maybe it’s writing a to-do list, or setting a timer on your phone, or talking to a friend about what’s bugging you. If we can learn to name the challenge, it loses its grip on us.

Mindful Tips to Ease the Restlessness

One thing I’ve discovered is that those anxious feelings have a purpose. They’re hinting that you might need a break or a different approach. Consider leaving space to think and reflect. This might mean grabbing a pen and scribbling notes or just taking five minutes to breathe.

Here are a few ideas that have helped me and might help you too:

• Start your morning with a short, calming routine (tea, music, or journalling).
• Break tasks into small steps so you’re not overwhelmed by the big picture.
• When nerves hit, pause and name what you’re feeling (sadness, worry, confusion).
• Find a friend or group to talk through challenges as they arise.

Key Takeaways

• Notice when that nervous energy creeps in. Awareness changes everything.
• Try gentle tools like journalling and short breaks to help refocus.
• Remember these feelings are signals, not enemies.
• Share your experiences with someone who “gets it.”

Ready to hear more and dive into the full story? Give the episode a listen. The player is at the top of this page so you can hit play anytime. It might spark a new perspective that helps you find calm in your day-to-day life.