Drew Linsalata

The Anxious Truth - A Panic, Anxiety, and Mental Health Podcast

Drew Linsalata

  • EP 141 - Uncertainty, The True Path Of Recovery, and The Truth About Reassurance w/Dr. Sally Winston

EP 141 - Uncertainty, The True Path Of Recovery, and The Truth About Reassurance w/Dr. Sally Winston

Wednesday 27th January 2021

Dr. Sally Winston talks about embracing uncertainty and breaking free from reassurance-seeking on 'The Anxious Truth' podcast.
27 minutes
Informative
Empowering
Inspiring
Hopeful
Compassionate

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The Anxious Truth - A Panic, Anxiety, and Mental Health Podcast
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Drew Linsalata
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Facing Anxiety: A Chat with Dr. Sally Winston on Embracing Uncertainty

The ultimate kindness is to say you're strong enough to handle this, but it can be done with humor, it can be done together, it can be done lightly, it can be done.
Ever feel like you're trapped in a never-ending loop of worry and doubt? In this episode of 'The Anxious Truth,' host Drew Linsalata sits down with Dr. Sally Winston, a seasoned expert in anxiety disorders, to tackle these very issues. Dr. Winston shares her wealth of knowledge on how the obsessive need for certainty can actually fuel anxiety, rather than alleviate it.
She breaks down why constantly seeking reassurance might be doing more harm than good and offers fresh perspectives on finding genuine recovery. One of the most eye-opening points Dr. Winston makes is the idea of shifting your focus from battling your thoughts to simply not caring about them. This mental shift can be a game-changer, helping you break free from the cycle of endless reassurance-seeking.
The conversation also touches on the importance of humor and lightness in the recovery process, making it clear that kindness and self-compassion are crucial elements in treating anxiety. If you're tired of feeling stuck and are looking for practical advice wrapped in empathy and a touch of humor, this episode is a must-listen. Drew and Dr. Winston's discussion offers not just insights but actionable steps to help you regain control over your mental health.
Tune in and discover how embracing uncertainty could be the key to your recovery journey.