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3260: How To Ask The Right Question When You’re Anxious (Hint: It’s Not “Why?”) by Ingrid Y Helander
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Episode 3260:
Ingrid Y Helander explains why asking "Why?" during moments of anxiety can be counterproductive, leading to more stress and negative self-beliefs. Instead, she suggests a mindful approach by acknowledging the body's sensations with curiosity using "Hmmmm," fostering a more effective way to manage anxiety.
Read along with the original article(s) here: https://ingridyhelanderlmft.com/dont-ask-why-how-to-ask-the-right-question-when-youre-anxious/
Quotes to ponder:
"When you ask 'Why?' without first acknowledging the feeling of your body's nervous system, you can get easily trapped in an anxiety loop that has no end."
"Anxiety is an activation of your nervous system based upon receiving a cue of danger. In other words, it’s a body feeling."
"A simple 'Hmmmm' is a great place to start."
Episode references:
Lynne Twist: https://soulofmoney.org/about-lynne-twist
Shefali Tsabary: https://www.drshefali.com
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3260: How To Ask The Right Question When You’re Anxious (Hint: It’s Not “Why?”) by Ingrid Y Helander
Optimal Living Daily - Personal Development & Self-Improvement
Manage episode 430307592 series 2357104
Discover all of the podcasts in our network, search for specific episodes, get the Optimal Living Daily workbook, and learn more at: OLDPodcast.com.
Episode 3260:
Ingrid Y Helander explains why asking "Why?" during moments of anxiety can be counterproductive, leading to more stress and negative self-beliefs. Instead, she suggests a mindful approach by acknowledging the body's sensations with curiosity using "Hmmmm," fostering a more effective way to manage anxiety.
Read along with the original article(s) here: https://ingridyhelanderlmft.com/dont-ask-why-how-to-ask-the-right-question-when-youre-anxious/
Quotes to ponder:
"When you ask 'Why?' without first acknowledging the feeling of your body's nervous system, you can get easily trapped in an anxiety loop that has no end."
"Anxiety is an activation of your nervous system based upon receiving a cue of danger. In other words, it’s a body feeling."
"A simple 'Hmmmm' is a great place to start."
Episode references:
Lynne Twist: https://soulofmoney.org/about-lynne-twist
Shefali Tsabary: https://www.drshefali.com
Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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