The Anxiety Coaches Podcast

In today's episode, Gina shares a touching meditation that allows listeners to let go of their anxiety healing journey for a few minutes and bask in the warm glow of the present moment. Release all special requirements you have for yourself and your anxiety clearing work. This episode will set you free with a series of moments of peace and calm. Listen in and feel better today.

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Chapters
0:26 Welcome and Introduction
7:52 Rest Without Effort
10:14 Letting Go of Improvement
13:34 Setting Down Healing
16:08 Embracing the Moment

Summary
In this episode, I explore the often overlooked experience of healing fatigue, a phenomenon that arises from tirelessly working on oneself in the quest for peace and relief from anxiety. I address the listeners who may feel exhausted from their efforts—those who have meditated, journaled, and engaged with various practices yet still feel a nagging sense of incompleteness. This conversation is about acknowledging that fatigue and giving space to the part of you that feels worn down by the journey.

I draw on the wisdom of poet Mary Oliver, who beautifully states, "You only have to let the soft animal of your body love what it loves." This quote encapsulates the essence of today’s reflection: the importance of recognizing the different types of exhaustion we face. There’s the fatigue that stems from deep suffering and another, subtler kind that arises from continuous self-improvement efforts. Processing these can be exhausting, especially when practices intended to soothe can instead feel burdensome and lead to feelings of failure.

It's crucial to emphasize that feeling worn out from healing is not indicative of personal shortcomings. This understanding can provide significant relief to those grappling with chronic emotional distress, where healing can be a lengthy and often taxing endeavour. I acknowledge that for some, the pathway to healing may appear smooth and straightforward, resembling a quick guide from A to B. Yet for others, the journey necessitates traversing through various challenges before reaching their goals. In this episode, I stand alongside those who feel the weight of healing fatigue, affirming that such feelings are valid and real.

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In today's episode, Gina discusses the distinction between mind and body in the context of stress and anxiety. Consistent feelings of safety, combined with letting time pass and rest will enhance the healing process tremendously. Through kindness and patience, the anxiety recovery process can proceed smoothly overtime. Listen in and enhance your anxiety recovery process today!

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10-Minute Body-Scan Meditation for Anxiety

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Quote:

Trauma is not what happens to us, but what we hold inside in the absence of an empathetic witness.

-Peter Levine

Chapters
0:26 Introduction to Anxiety and Safety
1:48 Understanding Survival Mode
4:43 The Role of the Nervous System
6:47 Accumulated Overwhelm Explained
8:39 The Importance of Slowness
12:59 Relearning Safety in Daily Life
15:43 Addressing the Body's Response
18:21 Closing Thoughts and Support Options

Summary
In this episode of the Anxiety Coaches Podcast, I delve into the complex relationship between our minds and bodies, particularly in the context of anxiety and stress. I explore the unsettling sensation that while our minds recognize safety, our bodies may remain entrenched in survival mode. Despite an absence of crises, many experience persistent tension and unease, akin to a smoke alarm that continues to sound even when there’s no fire. This prevailing sense of alarm can be perplexing, especially when life seems stable on the surface.

Throughout our discussion, I emphasize that this disconnect is not a personal failing but rather a reflection of how our nervous systems operate. The body does not always respond to logical reasoning; instead, it relies on past patterns and experiences to assess safety. With this understanding, I encourage listeners to consider how accumulated stress can lead to a prolonged state of hyper-vigilance, even in the absence of any immediate threat. I highlight that it is common for individuals to feel overwhelmed by minor stressors after enduring long periods of emotional pressure, and that recognizing these feelings is crucial to overcoming them.

I also address the important concept that time alone does not heal; rather, it is the repeated feelings of safety that facilitate healing. Our nervous systems need gentle, predictable, and gradual re-exposure to a sense of safety to learn to relax. I provide practical insights on how to integrate slowness and gentleness into our lives, urging listeners to embrace moments of rest without justification. Here, I draw attention to the value of simply allowing oneself to experience emotions and sensations without the compulsion to quickly fix or dismiss them.

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In today's episode, Gina discusses the differences between chronic stress and anxiety. Through understanding this distinction, you can better customize your self-care and recovery process to suit your specific needs. Listen in and learn to clear chronic stress separately from anxiety and heal yourself faster and more completely!

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FREE MUST-HAVE RESOURCE FOR Calming Your Anxious Mind
10-Minute Body-Scan Meditation for Anxiety

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Quote:
You don’t have to force calm. You create the conditions that allow it to emerge.

-Stephen Porges

Chapters
0:26 Introduction to Healing
2:24 Understanding Anxiety vs. Chronic Stress
8:08 Symptoms and Overlaps
14:30 Approaching Healing Differently
16:11 Reflecting on Your Experience
17:49 Conclusion and Final Thoughts

Long Summary
In this episode of the Anxiety Coaches Podcast, I delve into the important distinction between anxiety and chronic stress, which is crucial for anyone on their healing journey. Understanding whether you're facing one or both of these challenges can significantly impact your approach to healing and your overall well-being. I want listeners to recognize that not all feelings of anxiety stem from anxiety itself; sometimes, they are the result of chronic stress that has built up over time. This episode aims to offer clarity on this often-overlooked difference, and I hope it resonates with those who feel overwhelmed by their symptoms.

I begin by addressing common questions that many people encounter, such as feelings of constant anxiety without an identifiable cause. It’s essential to know that this could be a sign of chronic stress rather than anxiety. I highlight how the symptoms of these two experiences, while similar, stem from different roots and require different approaches to healing. Chronic stress can manifest due to long-term demands on our nervous system, such as caregiving responsibilities, emotional labor, unresolved trauma, or the everyday pressures of life. Recognizing this is key, as treating chronic stress like anxiety often leads to frustration and a feeling of failure.

I then explore the characteristics of anxiety, which is primarily fear-based and anticipatory in nature. Anxiety manifests through relentless worry about potential threats, whether they are real or imagined. The connection to physical sensations is also accentuated, as anxiety commonly presents itself through symptoms like racing heartbeats and shallow breathing. Contrasting this, I elaborate on chronic stress, which revolves more around the load one carries rather than perceived threats. Chronic stress can leave individuals feeling exhausted yet wired, emotionally numb, or lacking joy and motivation.

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In today's episode, Gina addresses two listener questions regarding how anxiety related sensations and the beliefs about them are related and how we can use this relationship to our advantage in overcoming anxiety. Becoming more accepting of discomfort and understanding that such experiential states are temporary can go a long way in enabling our anxiety recovery process. Listen in and grow your sense of acceptance, curiosity and self-kindness today!

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FREE MUST-HAVE RESOURCE FOR Calming Your Anxious Mind
10-Minute Body-Scan Meditation for Anxiety

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Chapters
0:26 Welcome to the Anxiety Coaches Podcast
2:18 Understanding Limiting Beliefs
4:04 A Life-Changing Perspective
6:33 The Connection Between Listeners
8:00 Responding to Anxiety Differently
10:29 Expanding Our Window of Tolerance
13:59 Changing Relationships with Thoughts
15:49 Embracing Discomfort for Healing

Summary
In this episode, I dive deep into the interplay between anxiety sensations and the beliefs that fuel them. I start by addressing an essential concept: that nothing in the body is permanent, even if it feels that way during an anxious episode. This foundational idea sets the stage for understanding why anxiety sensations can seem so overwhelming and real. Often, the core struggle isn't just the discomfort of the sensation itself, but rather the belief attached to it—beliefs that often convey danger or a sense of permanence.

Today's discussion is inspired by two listener inquiries that, while seemingly different, stem from a common thread of inquiry into the nature of belief. One listener grapples with the conviction that certain uncomfortable sensations, like an unrelenting itch, signify an unchangeable state of existence. They express feeling trapped in a cycle of anxiety, convinced that the discomfort equates to a serious, unending condition. I assure this listener and others experiencing similar issues that their feelings are not just valid, but also widely experienced by many on their anxiety journeys.

In juxtaposition, I share another listener's transformative insight. Mary reflects on how my previous discussions helped her reframe a nagging sense of fear tied to physical sensations. She articulates that understanding her safety in the moment—despite her anxiety’s insistence to the contrary—has shifted her perception of discomfort. This transition is crucial; it illustrates how recognizing the difference between feeling and danger can empower individuals to reclaim their mental peace, even in the presence of anxiety.

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In today's episode, Gina discusses why anxiety can be resistant when trying to address it directly. Through acceptance and curiosity, we can come to better understand our anxiety without causing it to flare up and become worse. Listen in for strategies on how to attend to your anxiety gently, with an open heart, and without undue force.

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FREE MUST-HAVE RESOURCE FOR Calming Your Anxious Mind
10-Minute Body-Scan Meditation for Anxiety

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What is anxiety?

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❤ 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!
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Chapters

0:26 Welcome to the Anxiety Coaches Podcast

2:59 The Trap of Fixing Mode

7:20 Understanding Anxiety's Persistence

9:50 Changing Your Relationship with Anxiety

13:49 Practical Strategies for Relief

15:25 Healing Through Compassion and Patience

Summary

In this insightful episode of the Anxiety Coaches Podcast, I delve into the often misunderstood relationship between anxiety and our efforts to manage it. I explore the counterproductive nature of trying to "fix" anxiety and how this can inadvertently reinforce its presence in our lives. Instead of viewing anxiety as an adversary to conquer, I encourage listeners to reconsider their approach and shift to a mindset of coexistence and understanding.

Drawing on the themes from our recent discussions, I highlight that anxiety, while challenging, is a natural human experience. It’s important to differentiate between healthy stress that comes and goes and anxiety that lingers, causing distress. Many of us fall into the trap of fixing mode, believing that we must eliminate anxiety entirely before we can lead fulfilling lives. This perspective can lead to constant self-monitoring, excessive reassurance-seeking, and avoidance behaviors that ultimately entrench our anxiety rather than alleviate it.

The episode emphasizes the paradox that comes with the insistence to fix anxiety. Every time we obsessively monitor our feelings or seek validation from others, we signal to our nervous system that something is amiss, thus heightening our anxiety rather than softening it. I propose a radical shift in our mindset—inviting listeners to treat anxiety not as a problem, but as a companion on the journey of life. By putting anxiety in the backseat, we can focus on meaningful experiences and activities, regardless of its presence.

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