Overcoming Long-Term Anxiety: It's Never Too Late
It's never too late, it ain't over till it's over.
Feeling like you've been stuck in the anxiety loop for too long to ever get out? Think again. In this eye-opening episode of 'The Anxious Truth', Drew Linsalata takes on the myth that recovery is impossible if you've suffered from anxiety for an extended period. Drew passionately argues that anxiety disorders aren't like progressive diseases that worsen over time. Instead, they're learned behaviors that can be unlearned, no matter how long you've been dealing with them.
He breaks it down into three key points. First, anxiety doesn't rob you of your physical or mental abilities over time. If you've been thinking of it that way, it's time to shift your perspective. Second, your past doesn't dictate your future. Just because you've been anxious for years doesn't mean you can't start making new choices and adopting new behaviors today. Finally, Drew uses a vivid metaphor: you're not digging an infinitely deep hole.
The hole got as deep as it was going to get early on. Now, you're just jumping in and out of it. The climb out isn't any longer now than it was before. Drew's message is clear and empowering: it's never too late to start your journey towards a life free of anxiety. He emphasizes the importance of self-belief and taking action, even when it feels daunting.
So if you're ready to challenge old habits and develop new routines, this episode is your starting point. Tune in and let Drew guide you through the process of reclaiming your life from anxiety.