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Anxiety as Separation From Self
- Anxiety stems primarily from separation anxiety, especially separation from oneself.
- In childhood trauma, children blame themselves and split from their true selves, leading to anxiety.
Dr. Kennedy's Bullying Experience
- Dr. Russ Kennedy shares his experience of being bullied as a child which deepened his self-devaluation.
- Bullies often choose targets who are already in a state of alarm, mirroring their own distress.
Heal Anxiety Through Body Connection
- You can’t fix anxiety by just trying to control thoughts; focus on feeling and relaxing your body instead.
- Using physical connection, deep breaths, and compassion towards yourself is far more effective in healing anxiety.