Dr. Kevin Gilliland
Dr. Kevin Gilliland
Back to the Basics: Don’t Make Worry Your Roommate
Back to the Basics: Don’t Make Worry Your Roommate
Back to the Basics: Don’t Make Worry Your Roommate
Friday 5th November 2021
Dr. Kevin Gilliland offers strategies for managing anxiety by treating worry like a bad roommate. Learn practical tips for a more peaceful mind.
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Get the buttons here!Kick Worry Out: Dr. Kevin Gilliland’s Tips for Managing Anxiety
If worry was a roommate, you would never live with them again ever.
Ever had a terrible roommate? Imagine if that roommate was worry. In this episode of 'Struggle Well. Live Well. Worry Less.', Dr. Kevin Gilliland, an expert in mental health and addiction, uses this quirky analogy to explore how anxiety can take up unwanted space in our lives. With over two decades of experience, Dr. Gilliland shares practical advice on how to evict worry from your mind and make room for more positive experiences. Dr.
Gilliland dives into why we often let worry linger and how it can rob us of joy and even cause physical pain. He explains that our internal dialogue often feels more believable than external reassurances, which can lead us to a life filled with unnecessary anxiety. But fear not! Dr. Gilliland offers a variety of therapeutic activities to help combat these feelings, from spending time in nature to connecting with loved ones.
One of the standout strategies he discusses is personifying your worries. Imagine your anxiety as that annoying roommate and confront it head-on. By doing so, you can gather all the information you need to make better decisions and avoid the pitfalls of anxiety. Whether you’re dealing with mild stress or severe anxiety, this episode provides valuable insights and practical tips to help you live a more balanced life.
So, if you’re ready to kick worry out of your mental space, tune in and take the first step towards a more peaceful mind.