It seems everyone is talking about being mindful, eating mindfully and generally staying present to combat stress. Living in the present moment will help quiet the mind, calm the body and reduce anxiety, and it’s easy to get started.

Fear is the physical response to an external threat. It’s an instinctual reaction to preserve your life from immediate danger.  Anxiety, however, is not a response to immediate danger. It’s brought on by the memories of fear or the anticipation of fear.