Brain Health Matters Blog

Why Some Swimmers Bounce Back After a Bad Race and Others Spiral

Yelena Gidenko, PhD

Published on: 06/06/2026

The race matters, but the meaning assigned to it matters more. Discover how cognitive reframing helps swimmers build resilience after setbacks.

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How Do You Calm Your Brain Quickly During Anxiety in High-Pressure Situations?

Yelena Gidenko, PhD

Published on: 04/30/2026

Calm your brain fast with simple tools that stop anxiety in high-pressure moments.

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Why Doesn't Reading the Bible Automatically Stop Anxious Thoughts?

Yelena Gidenko, PhD

Published on: 04/28/2026

Reading Scripture is powerful, but it does not always calm anxiety in the moment. This post explains what is happening in your brain during stress and how to engage Scripture in a way that actually brings peace and lasting change.

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Why Does Practicing Gratitude Help My Anxiety Sometimes But Not Consistently?

Yelena Gidenko, PhD

Published on: 04/26/2026

Gratitude is supposed to help anxiety, so why does it feel useless sometimes? This post breaks down what is really happening in your brain and how to use gratitude so it leads to real change, not frustration.

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Why Do I Still Feel Anxious Even When I Know the Truth and Trust God?

Yelena Gidenko, PhD

Published on: 04/18/2026

You know the truth. You trust God. So why does anxiety keep showing up? This post breaks down the real reason and what actually helps you move out of the spiral using faith and brain-based tools.

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