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229. 4 ways to make your anxiety work for you
The Psychology of your 20s
Transform Anxiety into Excitement
Valence or valency in psychology highlights that emotions can have different effects despite similar physical sensations. For instance, anxiety and excitement may feel alike physically but have opposite valences: anxiety is negative, leading to fear and discomfort, while excitement is positive, fostering attraction to a situation. By consciously reframing our interpretation of feelings, we can convert anxiety into excitement. This shift in perception allows us to embrace experiences as opportunities for growth and engagement. Techniques to recast feelings as excitement can be particularly beneficial in overcoming fears, helping individuals to view daunting situations as thrilling challenges rather than sources of fear.
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