Challenge the Mind's Deceptive Narratives

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Believing every thought and opinion generated by our minds can lead to unnecessary fear and anxiety. Our brains are wired to prioritize thoughts related to survival and emotional responses, often misrepresenting reality by focusing on worst-case scenarios. This exaggeration is a misguided attempt by anxiety to protect us from perceived threats, but it ultimately distorts the truth rather than ensuring our safety. Recognizing that anxiety’s function is not to provide accurate assessments but to amplify stress is crucial for addressing these mental challenges.

We all get anxious at times, but what we forget in those moments is that anxiety is just there to protect us, it's trying to do its job, and the more we lean in and play along, the more we start to feel in control again. In today's episode, we break down the four ways I've made my anxiety work for me, including:

Turning anxiety into excitement
The certainities list method
The personification method
Channeling anxious energy into creative energy + more

If you're someone who struggles with ongoing anxiety, this episode will hopefully provide you with a new perspective, or at least a refresher on what we do know about the way anxiety effects us. Listen now!

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