1155: Healing Anxiety: The Power of Acceptance Over Reassurance
In today's episode, Gina discusses why relying on reassurance is not conducive to success in anxiety recovery. Acceptance coupled with calming activities (some specific activities are recommended in this episode) are a great way to make progress in clearing anxiety. Listen in and get along with clearing your anxiety today!Please visit our Sponsor Page to find all the links and codes for our awesome sponsors!https://www.theanxietycoachespodcast.com/sponsors/ Thank you for supporting The Anxiety Coaches Podcast. FREE MUST-HAVE RESOURCE FOR Calming Your Anxious Mind10-Minute Body-Scan Meditation for Anxiety Anxiety Coaches Podcast Group Coaching linkACPGroupCoaching.comTo learn more, go to:Website https://www.theanxietycoachespodcast.comJoin our Group Coaching Full or Mini Membership ProgramLearn more about our One-on-One Coaching What is anxiety? Find even more peace and calm with our Supercast premium access membership:For $5 a month, all episodes are ad-free! https://anxietycoaches.supercast.com/Here's what's included for $5/month:❤ New Ad-Free episodes every Sunday and Wednesday❤ Access to the entire Ad-free back-catalog with over 600 episodes❤ Premium meditations recorded with you in mind❤ And more fun surprises along the way!All this in your favorite podcast app!Quote:The greatest healing therapy is friendship and love.-Dr. Gabor MatéChapters0:26 Introduction to Acceptance5:03 The Cycle of Anxiety6:44 Ruling Out Medical Issues8:02 Embracing Acceptance11:27 Regulating the Nervous System12:07 Creating Calming Rituals14:59 Healing Through Acceptance16:22 The Journey to HealingSummaryIn this episode of the Anxiety Coaches Podcast, I delve into the crucial distinction between the need for reassurance and the transformative power of acceptance. Many individuals struggling with anxiety often find themselves caught in a relentless cycle of seeking reassurance from various sources, be it their doctors, therapists, friends, or even the depths of the internet. Yet, as I highlight, this quest for comfort seldom provides the long-term peace and clarity that the anxious mind desperately craves.I examine how the cornerstone of anxiety stems from a fundamental fear of uncertainty. As our minds grapple with ambiguous symptoms or overwhelming emotions, we instinctively seek out reassurance, believing it will extinguish our fears. However, this only results in temporary relief, as the nature of anxiety is fluid—once one fear is alleviated, another tends to rise in its place. I emphasize the importance of recognizing this cycle for what it is; an exhausting pursuit that ultimately distracts us from acknowledging the true root of our anxiety.Taking a step towards healing, I advocate for the necessity of ruling out any potential medical issues with the help of health care professionals. This critical first step is essential for peace of mind, enabling individuals to focus on the anxiety itself as the primary concern once physical ailments are addressed. I transparently discuss how the physical manifestations of anxiety are very real but remind listeners that these sensations often originate from a state of heightened stress rather than genuine danger—an important distinction in navigating these turbulent emotions.#AnxietyRelief #MentalHealthMatters #Acceptance #StressManagement #CalmYourMind #AnxietySupport #SelfCare #Mindfulness #HealingJourney #PodcastSummary #AnxietyCoachesPodcast #GinaRyan #NervousSystemRegulation #EmbraceUncertainty #AnxietyHealing #MindBodyConnection #WellnessJourney #EmotionalWellbeing #Resilience #InnerPeace #OvercomeAnxiety #DailyPractice #StressReduction #AnxietyRecovery #HolisticHealth #TherapeuticJournaling #MeditationForAnxiety #AffirmationsForAnxiety #FightOrFlight #AnxietyAwareness #MentalWellness #SelfAcceptance #CopingSkills #EmotionalBalance #HealthyMindset #NoMoreWorry #FearlessLiving #AnxietySolutions #PersonalGrowth #LiveCalm #BeWell #DrGaborMate #AnxietyCure (not a cure, but a journey) #MentalFitness #EmotionalFreedom #BeyondReassurance #GinaRyan #ACP #AnxietyCoachesPodcastSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
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1154: Classic ACP Volunteer VS Victim Mindset and Anxiety
In today's episode, Gina discusses the value of assuming a
volunteer mindset in contrast to a victim mindset. The victim mindset
is characterized by the idea that the feelings, sensations and thoughts
we encounter are being done to us, and that we have no choice and no
power in the matter. The volunteer mindset is characterized by a
willingness to face and accept the challenges that our lives in the
world bring to us. Gina offers suggestions for making the transition
from victim mindset to volunteer mindset.Please visit our Sponsor Page to find all the links and codes for our awesome sponsors!https://www.theanxietycoachespodcast.com/sponsors/ Thank you for supporting The Anxiety Coaches Podcast. FREE MUST-HAVE RESOURCE FOR Calming Your Anxious Mind10-Minute Body-Scan Meditation for Anxiety Anxiety Coaches Podcast Group Coaching linkACPGroupCoaching.comTo learn more, go to:Website https://www.theanxietycoachespodcast.comJoin our Group Coaching Full or Mini Membership ProgramLearn more about our One-on-One Coaching What is anxiety? Find even more peace and calm with our Supercast premium access membership:For $5 a month, all episodes are ad-free! https://anxietycoaches.supercast.com/Here's what's included for $5/month:❤ New Ad-Free episodes every Sunday and Wednesday❤ Access to the entire Ad-free back-catalog with over 600 episodes❤ Premium meditations recorded with you in mind❤ And more fun surprises along the way!All this in your favorite podcast app!
Quote:The best way out is always through. -Robert Frost
Chapters
0:27 Victims or Volunteers?
5:08 Shifting Perspectives
7:32 Embracing Courage
9:03 Practical Strategies for Change
14:10 Awareness and Acceptance
Summary
In this episode of the Anxiety Coaches Podcast, I delve into the
transformative shift from a victim mentality to that of a volunteer,
highlighting its profound impact on stress and anxiety management. This
discussion explores how our perceptions of feelings, sensations, and
thoughts often lead us to adopt a victim mindset, feeling as if life's
challenges are acting upon us rather than being experiences we can
navigate. Recognizing this mindset is the first step toward empowerment,
as it often leads to feelings of helplessness, contributing to both
anxiety and depression.
I emphasize the importance of awareness
in this journey; acknowledging that we are not inherently broken or
victimized by our circumstances, but rather we have the ability to
reframe our experiences. Drawing from the wisdom of Viktor Frankl, I
remind listeners that true power lies in our capacity to choose. While
anxiety can be consuming, it’s crucial to remember that we can alter the
narrative from being passive recipients of our fears to actively
engaging with them as volunteers.
The discussion transitions into
exploring what this “volunteer” mindset entails. I encourage listeners
to embrace life’s challenges with courage, facing fears head-on instead
of succumbing to overwhelming feelings of being victimized by life's
circumstances. By accepting our situation while also acknowledging our
ability to respond with strength, we allow ourselves the opportunity to
extinguish the fires of anxiety rather than fuel them further.
#anxiety #mindsetshift #victimtovolunteer #stressmanagement #mentalhealth #courage #powerofchoice #mindfulness #relaxation #selfhelp #personalgrowth #copingstrategies #mentalwellness #emotionalregulation #resilience #selfcompassion #innerstrength #wellbeing #livedexperience
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1154: Classic ACP Volunteer VS Victim Mindset and Anxiety
In today's episode, Gina discusses the value of assuming a volunteer mindset in contrast to a victim mindset. The victim mindset is characterized by the idea that the feelings, sensations and thoughts we encounter are being done to us, and that we have no choice and no power in the matter. The volunteer mindset is characterized by a willingness to face and accept the challenges that our lives in the world bring to us. Gina offers suggestions for making the transition from victim mindset to volunteer mindset.Please visit our Sponsor Page to find all the links and codes for our awesome sponsors!https://www.theanxietycoachespodcast.com/sponsors/ Thank you for supporting The Anxiety Coaches Podcast. FREE MUST-HAVE RESOURCE FOR Calming Your Anxious Mind10-Minute Body-Scan Meditation for Anxiety Anxiety Coaches Podcast Group Coaching linkACPGroupCoaching.comTo learn more, go to:Website https://www.theanxietycoachespodcast.comJoin our Group Coaching Full or Mini Membership ProgramLearn more about our One-on-One Coaching What is anxiety? Find even more peace and calm with our Supercast premium access membership:For $5 a month, all episodes are ad-free! https://anxietycoaches.supercast.com/Here's what's included for $5/month:❤ New Ad-Free episodes every Sunday and Wednesday❤ Access to the entire Ad-free back-catalog with over 600 episodes❤ Premium meditations recorded with you in mind❤ And more fun surprises along the way!All this in your favorite podcast app!Quote:The best way out is always through. -Robert FrostChapters0:27 Victims or Volunteers?5:08 Shifting Perspectives7:32 Embracing Courage9:03 Practical Strategies for Change14:10 Awareness and AcceptanceSummaryIn this episode of the Anxiety Coaches Podcast, I delve into the transformative shift from a victim mentality to that of a volunteer, highlighting its profound impact on stress and anxiety management. This discussion explores how our perceptions of feelings, sensations, and thoughts often lead us to adopt a victim mindset, feeling as if life's challenges are acting upon us rather than being experiences we can navigate. Recognizing this mindset is the first step toward empowerment, as it often leads to feelings of helplessness, contributing to both anxiety and depression.I emphasize the importance of awareness in this journey; acknowledging that we are not inherently broken or victimized by our circumstances, but rather we have the ability to reframe our experiences. Drawing from the wisdom of Viktor Frankl, I remind listeners that true power lies in our capacity to choose. While anxiety can be consuming, it’s crucial to remember that we can alter the narrative from being passive recipients of our fears to actively engaging with them as volunteers.The discussion transitions into exploring what this “volunteer” mindset entails. I encourage listeners to embrace life’s challenges with courage, facing fears head-on instead of succumbing to overwhelming feelings of being victimized by life's circumstances. By accepting our situation while also acknowledging our ability to respond with strength, we allow ourselves the opportunity to extinguish the fires of anxiety rather than fuel them further.#anxiety #mindsetshift #victimtovolunteer #stressmanagement #mentalhealth #courage #powerofchoice #mindfulness #relaxation #selfhelp #personalgrowth #copingstrategies #mentalwellness #emotionalregulation #resilience #selfcompassion #innerstrength #wellbeing #livedexperienceSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
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1153: Classic ACP Reconnecting To Your Wise Mind to help Clear Anxiety
Learn what your Wise Mind is and how to access its intuitive
anxiety-panic healing messages. Gina guides you through a quick
meditation locating your wise mind which is perhaps not where you
expected :)
Please visit our Sponsor Page to find all the links and codes for our awesome sponsors!https://www.theanxietycoachespodcast.com/sponsors/ Thank you for supporting The Anxiety Coaches Podcast. FREE MUST-HAVE RESOURCE FOR Calming Your Anxious Mind10-Minute Body-Scan Meditation for Anxiety Anxiety Coaches Podcast Group Coaching linkACPGroupCoaching.comTo learn more, go to:Website https://www.theanxietycoachespodcast.comJoin our Group Coaching Full or Mini Membership ProgramLearn more about our One-on-One Coaching What is anxiety? Find even more peace and calm with our Supercast premium access membership:For $5 a month, all episodes are ad-free! https://anxietycoaches.supercast.com/Here's what's included for $5/month:❤ New Ad-Free episodes every Sunday and Wednesday❤ Access to the entire Ad-free back-catalog with over 600 episodes❤ Premium meditations recorded with you in mind❤ And more fun surprises along the way!All this in your favorite podcast app!
Quote:If you realized how powerful your thoughts are, you would never think a negative thought. -Peace Pilgrim
Chapters0:27 Introduction to Wise Mind1:56 Exploring Meditation for Clarity6:26 Reconnecting with Body Awareness8:56 Trusting Gut Intuition13:20 Refining Emotional Responses15:35 Choosing vs. Reacting16:20 Closing Thoughts and Questions
SummaryIn this episode of the Anxiety Coaches Podcast, we delve into the concept
of the "wise mind" and its pivotal role in alleviating anxiety. The wise
mind serves as a bridge between our emotional instincts and rational
thoughts, guiding us away from the tangled complexities of overthinking.
This discussion highlights how our anxiety often stems from cluttered
thoughts that distract us from making clear decisions. By recognizing
and accessing our wise mind, we can step back from the incessant mental
chatter and tap into a deeper intuitive wisdom.
We explore practical methods to access the wise mind, emphasizing the significance of connecting with our bodies and employing mindfulness techniques
grounded in Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT). During a guided
meditation, we engage in exercises that help us anchor our awareness in
our physical sensations, particularly at the core of our being just
below the sternum. This practice invites us to breathe into our body,
allowing for a state of relaxation and refocusing our awareness away
from the mind's chaotic thoughts.
As the meditation progresses,
we encourage listeners to check in with their intuitive self, seeking
guidance on personal challenges or decisions. This process is about
observing the thoughts and sensations that arise without judgment. It's
crucial to remember that this intuitive feedback can often be more
informative than the rational thoughts that our minds overly fixate
upon. We emphasize the importance of daily practice, advising our
audience to cultivate this connection to their wise mind, especially as
it relates to decision-making and navigating through anxiety.
#wisemind#anxiety#intuition#gutfeeling#decisionmaking#mindfulness#embodiment#dbt#dialecticalbehaviortherapy#meditation#bodywisdom#innerknowing#mentalhealth#wellbeing#anxietycoach#stress#emotionalregulation#selfawareness#presentmoment#innerguidance#holistichealth#mindbodyconnection#copingskills#emotionalintelligence#selftrust#innervoice#peace#calm#ACP#anxietycoachespodcast#GinaRyan
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1153: Classic ACP Reconnecting To Your Wise Mind to help Clear Anxiety
Learn what your Wise Mind is and how to access its intuitive anxiety-panic healing messages. Gina guides you through a quick meditation locating your wise mind which is perhaps not where you expected :)Please visit our Sponsor Page to find all the links and codes for our awesome sponsors!https://www.theanxietycoachespodcast.com/sponsors/ Thank you for supporting The Anxiety Coaches Podcast. FREE MUST-HAVE RESOURCE FOR Calming Your Anxious Mind10-Minute Body-Scan Meditation for Anxiety Anxiety Coaches Podcast Group Coaching linkACPGroupCoaching.comTo learn more, go to:Website https://www.theanxietycoachespodcast.comJoin our Group Coaching Full or Mini Membership ProgramLearn more about our One-on-One Coaching What is anxiety? Find even more peace and calm with our Supercast premium access membership:For $5 a month, all episodes are ad-free! https://anxietycoaches.supercast.com/Here's what's included for $5/month:❤ New Ad-Free episodes every Sunday and Wednesday❤ Access to the entire Ad-free back-catalog with over 600 episodes❤ Premium meditations recorded with you in mind❤ And more fun surprises along the way!All this in your favorite podcast app!Quote:If you realized how powerful your thoughts are, you would never think a negative thought. -Peace PilgrimChapters0:27 Introduction to Wise Mind1:56 Exploring Meditation for Clarity6:26 Reconnecting with Body Awareness8:56 Trusting Gut Intuition13:20 Refining Emotional Responses15:35 Choosing vs. Reacting16:20 Closing Thoughts and QuestionsSummaryIn this episode of the Anxiety Coaches Podcast, we delve into the concept of the "wise mind" and its pivotal role in alleviating anxiety. The wise mind serves as a bridge between our emotional instincts and rational thoughts, guiding us away from the tangled complexities of overthinking. This discussion highlights how our anxiety often stems from cluttered thoughts that distract us from making clear decisions. By recognizing and accessing our wise mind, we can step back from the incessant mental chatter and tap into a deeper intuitive wisdom.We explore practical methods to access the wise mind, emphasizing the significance of connecting with our bodies and employing mindfulness techniques grounded in Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT). During a guided meditation, we engage in exercises that help us anchor our awareness in our physical sensations, particularly at the core of our being just below the sternum. This practice invites us to breathe into our body, allowing for a state of relaxation and refocusing our awareness away from the mind's chaotic thoughts.As the meditation progresses, we encourage listeners to check in with their intuitive self, seeking guidance on personal challenges or decisions. This process is about observing the thoughts and sensations that arise without judgment. It's crucial to remember that this intuitive feedback can often be more informative than the rational thoughts that our minds overly fixate upon. We emphasize the importance of daily practice, advising our audience to cultivate this connection to their wise mind, especially as it relates to decision-making and navigating through anxiety.#wisemind#anxiety#intuition#gutfeeling#decisionmaking#mindfulness#embodiment#dbt#dialecticalbehaviortherapy#meditation#bodywisdom#innerknowing#mentalhealth#wellbeing#anxietycoach#stress#emotionalregulation#selfawareness#presentmoment#innerguidance#holistichealth#mindbodyconnection#copingskills#emotionalintelligence#selftrust#innervoice#peace#calm#ACP#anxietycoachespodcast#GinaRyanSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
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