Allies in Recovery
Allies in Recovery
The Gift of Anxiety
The Gift of Anxiety
The Gift of Anxiety
Friday 20th September 2024
Explore how anxiety can be a helpful guide rather than a tormentor in this insightful episode of 'Coming Up for Air'.
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Episode Overview
- Recognise anxiety as a signal that something might be off.
- Use anxiety to set healthy boundaries.
- Engage in self-care activities like yoga and meditation.
- Avoid letting anxiety-driven stories hijack your life.
- Focus on what you can control and let go of what you can't.
Anxiety is telling you something isn't quite right; it's a gift if you learn to listen.
Anxiety is often seen as a burden, but what if it could actually be a gift? In this episode of 'Coming Up for Air — Families Speak to Families about Addiction', hosts Laurie McDougall, Kayla Solomon, and Dominique Simone Levine dive into the complex relationship between anxiety and intuition.
The conversation kicks off with an exploration of how anxiety can serve as a form of intuition, a signal that something might be off and perhaps a boundary needs to be set. Kayla shares her personal journey, describing anxiety as an elaborate story that can hijack your life if you let it. Laurie adds that recognising these feelings can help you respond thoughtfully rather than react impulsively, which is crucial when dealing with loved ones struggling with addiction.
Dominique offers practical advice on managing anxiety through activities like yoga, meditation, and even simple self-care routines. She emphasises that while anxiety can drive us to take action, it's essential to find healthy ways to cope and not let it control our lives. This episode is packed with relatable anecdotes and actionable tips that can help you turn anxiety from a tormentor into a guide. Whether you're battling anxiety yourself or supporting someone who is, you'll find valuable insights here.
So, why not give it a listen and see how you can transform your relationship with anxiety?