The Baggage Reclaim Sessions Ep. 267: About Riding the Rollercoaster of Worst-Case-Scenario Anxiety
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Jun 24, 2022 AI Snips
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27-Day Rollercoaster Of Fear
- Nataly recounts a 27-day period fearing her brother had lung cancer before tests ruled it out.
- She observed intense, recurring anxiety and how it affected her daily life.
Worst-Case Rehearsals Are A Protective Groove
- Natalie identifies her default: rehearsing worst-case scenarios as a protective device.
- She notes this is a coping groove, not a mystical prediction tool.
Different Defaults Balance Each Other
- Different people use different protective responses; Natalie's husband anticipates better outcomes.
- Recognizing these defaults prevents mutual judgment and fosters balance.