Drew Linsalata

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

Drew Linsalata

  • EP 172 - Not Accepting The Lessons Of Anxiety Recovery

EP 172 - Not Accepting The Lessons Of Anxiety Recovery

Wednesday 8th September 2021

Drew Linsalata explores the importance of embracing reality's lessons in anxiety recovery. Learn how facing fears can empower you towards recovery.
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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 Fear: Embracing Reality's Lessons in Anxiety Recovery

The magic of recovery lies in allowing and passing through fear, not for fun, but so that we can learn the lessons that reality hands us afterward. Specifically, 'That was really hard and scary, but nothing bad happened.' Often, we make the mistake of refusing those lessons, choosing instead to follow the fear based, irrational lessons that anxiety tries to force onto us.
Ever feel like anxiety is calling the shots in your life? In this episode of 'The Anxious Truth', Drew Linsalata sheds light on why it's crucial to embrace the lessons reality offers during anxiety recovery. Instead of letting fear dictate our actions, Drew explains how facing our fears head-on can teach us invaluable lessons like, 'That was really hard and scary, but nothing bad happened'.
He highlights the common mistake of ignoring these lessons and instead following the irrational ones that anxiety tries to impose. Drew's approach is all about challenging anxiety's grip by gradually exposing ourselves to what scares us, helping us distinguish between rational and irrational fears. It's not just about facing fears; it's about learning from them. Drew also emphasizes the importance of shifting our mindset and practicing self-compassion along the way.
His engaging style makes complex concepts easy to grasp, making this episode a must-listen for anyone grappling with anxiety or wanting to support someone who is. Ready to learn how to stop letting anxiety control your life? Tune in and take the first step towards reclaiming your peace of mind.