The People Behind the Panic

Different people. Different lives. Different ways anxiety can show up when nobody else can see what’s happening inside.

These aren’t perfect stories. They’re not lessons wrapped up with a pretty little bow. They’re moments. The kind people usually keep to themselves.

Step into their stories. And somewhere along the way, you might catch yourself thinking…

“Wait… why does this sound like me?”

Choose a story.

Whose life are you stepping into?

MAYA • 16

Maya

The Bathroom Break

Everyone thinks Maya is shy. Nobody knows how much effort it takes for her to simply walk into a classroom.

DANIELLE • 34

Danielle

I’m Fine. I’m Just Tired.

She’s the person everybody calls when something goes wrong. Nobody notices what happens when she finally gets five minutes alone.

LINDA • 62

Linda

The Things That Change

Linda thought getting older would finally teach her how to stop worrying. Instead, she discovered anxiety doesn’t care how much life experience you have.

Okay… real talk. 💜

Something about this story hit a little too close to home?

What did you feel while reading it?