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The Toolkit for Healing Anxiety, Part 2

The Mel Robbins Podcast

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How to Deal With Anxiety

The speaker shares their journey of dealing with anxiety, highlighting the importance of not just talking about it but also addressing the root cause. They emphasize the shift from focusing on mental techniques to healing the nervous system by experiencing and tolerating uncomfortable feelings. By practicing self-compassion, soothing oneself, and being present in the body, one can learn to navigate and accept different emotions. The analogy of a cold plunge is used to illustrate the process of overwhelming the pain pathway in the brain and providing relief. Engaging with the inner child, acknowledging their pain, and committing to never abandoning them are key steps in the healing process. The speaker emphasizes acclimatizing to anxiety rather than trying to eliminate it, encouraging individuals to avoid compulsively seeking solutions in their minds and instead embrace discomfort as a part of the healing journey.

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