Sometimes I Feel Nervous for No Apparent Reason

Do You Ever Feel Nervous for No Apparent Reason?

Do you find yourself feeling nervous, even when there’s no clear trigger? Perhaps you’re hanging out with friends, and suddenly your heart races or your neck feels warm. You might suddenly feel like everyone's eyes are on you, amplifying that sense of unease and awkwardness. It’s common to look around and wonder why your friends seem to navigate life with ease, while everything feels just a bit harder for you.

It Doesn’t Have to Be This Way

If you’re used to this mild nervousness, you may not even realize that life can feel different. But it absolutely can! Often, our brains and bodies pick up on external cues that signal, “Something isn’t quite right.” Our lower brain, instinctively focused on keeping us safe, sends out alerts that say, “Get ready, something bad is coming.” This leads to physical reactions: your heart rate increases, your breath quickens, your body heats up, and you may even start to sweat. All of this happens for what feels like “no apparent reason,” as your body prepares to protect itself.

There Is a Path to Relief

The good news is that there is a way through this! Our bodies are incredibly intelligent and hold onto experiences that our conscious mind may not even remember. In somatic-focused EMDR therapy, we guide your body to recognize the reality that when you’re with friends, you are perfectly safe. Clients who address their underlying nervousness through EMDR often report feeling much more relaxed, present, and capable of enjoying social interactions—experiencing freedom from the hold that their nerves once had over them.

Take the First Step Toward Freedom

If this resonates with you, don’t wait any longer! You don’t have to manage these nervous feelings alone. You don’t need to carry tissues for sweaty palms or take that extra drink to calm your nerves. You can break free from anxiety.

Book your free consultation today to learn more about how therapy can help you find relief from nervousness and reclaim your joy in social situations.