Drew Linsalata
Drew Linsalata
EP 112 - Fearing Your Emotions And Seeing Them As Threats
EP 112 - Fearing Your Emotions And Seeing Them As Threats
EP 112 - Fearing Your Emotions And Seeing Them As Threats
Wednesday 24th June 2020
Discover how to overcome the fear of emotions and improve your mental health with Drew Linsalata on 'The Anxious Truth' podcast.
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Get the buttons here!Facing Emotions Head-On: Drew Linsalata's Approach to Anxiety
Every time I am told that I have to put the guitar away, I will never learn to play the guitar. You may think, you may think that your job is to accommodate the entire rest of the world, and that also plays a role in the belief that you cannot handle emotions because you have not given yourself the opportunity to learn the skills of handling emotions.
Ever find yourself terrified of your own emotions, convinced they're signs of failure or impending doom? You're not alone. In this episode of 'The Anxious Truth', Drew Linsalata tackles the fear of emotions and the tendency to see them as threats. He starts by reminding us that emotions, whether pleasant or not, are a natural part of being human. The real issue isn't the emotions themselves but the fear and catastrophic thinking we attach to them.
Drew highlights that people in recovery often struggle with emotions, interpreting them as setbacks or disasters. This can be particularly challenging for those who grew up in environments where expressing emotions was discouraged or deemed weak. But Drew reassures listeners that it's never too late to develop emotional skills. He suggests normalizing emotions and changing our reactions to them. Instead of piling on extra stories and interpretations, focus on the context of the emotion.
Challenge negative beliefs and past conditioning that make you feel incapable of handling emotions. Drew's advice is practical and supportive, aimed at helping those struggling with anxiety and panic attacks to reframe their relationship with their emotions. By normalizing feelings, altering reactions, and developing emotional skills, you can take significant steps toward better mental health. Tune in for an episode filled with empathy, practical tips, and a fresh perspective on handling emotions.