Drew Linsalata
Drew Linsalata
Expectations and Demands in Anxiety Recovery | Ep 303
Expectations and Demands in Anxiety Recovery | Ep 303
Expectations and Demands in Anxiety Recovery | Ep 303
Wednesday 23rd October 2024
Struggling with anxiety? Learn why unrealistic expectations can hinder your recovery and how acceptance can help in this insightful episode of The Anxious Truth.
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Episode Overview
- Unrealistic expectations can worsen anxiety.
- Acceptance of anxiety can reduce its impact.
- Predictive processing models explain the brain's reaction to mismatched expectations.
- Demanding calm can lead to more resistance and discomfort.
- Shifting perspectives can help in managing chronic anxiety.
"Demanding calm that is clearly out of reach at the moment is counterproductive."
In episode 303 of The Anxious Truth, Drew Linsalata tackles the tricky topic of expectations in anxiety recovery. If you've ever found yourself hoping for calm but constantly battling anxiety, this episode is a must-listen. Drew, who’s not just a host but also a therapist under supervision and a former sufferer of panic disorder, agoraphobia, OCD, and depression, shares his wealth of experience and knowledge on the subject.
He explains how unrealistic expectations can make anxiety recovery even harder than it already is. By sharing relatable anecdotes, like his struggle with adjusting to different glasses, Drew illustrates how our brains react to mismatched expectations and reality. He emphasises that demanding a calm state when anxiety is present can lead to more resistance and prolonged discomfort. Instead, he suggests accepting the presence of anxiety as a step towards reducing its impact.
This episode is packed with practical advice and thoughtful reflections that can help you rethink your approach to anxiety recovery. So, if you’re tired of the constant battle and want to find a more effective way to cope, give this episode a listen. You might just find the shift in perspective you need.