Coping with anxiety in uncertain times can feel overwhelming. With rising anti-woke rhetoric and shifting political landscapes, many people face growing fear and uncertainty about their rights and safety. If you’re feeling exhausted, anxious, or unsure how to navigate this climate, you’re not alone—there are ways to find resilience, hope, and a sense of control.
If anxiety about the news, discrimination, or policy changes is weighing on you, know that your feelings are valid. While we can’t control everything happening around us, we can control how we care for ourselves and build inner strength.
Understanding Anxiety and the Unknown
Anxiety thrives on uncertainty. It feeds on “what-ifs” and the fear of the unknown. When laws, policies, and public attitudes feel unpredictable or even harmful, it’s natural to feel heightened stress.
For many, this anxiety is often compounded by lived experiences of discrimination and systemic oppression. It’s important to recognize that your concerns are real, not exaggerated. At the same time, anxiety doesn’t have to control your life—you deserve peace, hope, and a sense of safety.
Ways to Cope in an “Anti-Woke” Climate
Acknowledge Your Feelings
Your emotions—whether anger, fear, exhaustion, or sadness—are valid. Instead of pushing them aside, practice self-compassion and allow yourself to feel without judgment.
Set Boundaries with the News
Staying informed is important, but constant doomscrolling can drain you. Set limits on news consumption and focus on sources that offer action-oriented information rather than just fear-inducing headlines.
Find Community Support
You are not alone. Whether through support groups, organizations that you feel connected to, or online spaces, connecting with others who share your experiences can help you feel seen, heard, and supported. Community care is a powerful tool for resilience.
Take Meaningful Action
Anxiety can make us feel powerless, but even small actions can restore a sense of control. Whether it’s donating to advocacy organizations, attending community events, or educating others, your voice and efforts matter.
Prioritize Rest and Joy
Exhaustion fuels oppression. Rest is resistance. Engage in activities that bring you joy—whether it’s art, music, movement, or quiet reflection. Joy is not just a luxury; it’s a necessity.
Reframe Uncertainty as Possibility
While uncertainty can feel overwhelming, it also holds space for change, growth, and new opportunities. Focus on what is within your control and take small steps toward the future you want to build.
You Deserve Support
If anxiety is making daily life difficult, you don’t have to face it alone. Therapy provides a safe space to explore your fears, process your experiences, and develop strategies to feel more grounded and empowered—even in uncertain times.
I specialize in working with many individuals navigating anxiety, identity, and the challenges of living in a world that often feels hostile. Together, we can build strategies to help you find strength, healing, and hope.
📅 Take the next step toward healing. Book a free consultation with me online, and let’s explore how we can move forward together.
