NHS Practitioner Health
NHS Practitioner Health
Understanding your Emotions - Anxiety
Understanding your Emotions - Anxiety
Understanding your Emotions - Anxiety
Wednesday 30th November 2022
Healthcare experts share practical tips on managing anxiety, providing relatable advice and coping strategies for professionals.
46 minutes
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Mindfulness & Emotional Wellbeing
Mindful Recovery
Mindfulness & Technology in Health
Navigating Intimate Relationships
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Get the buttons here!Taming Anxiety: Practical Tips for Healthcare Workers
So this is an important part of working with anxiety is just the normalization.
Anxiety is a constant companion for many healthcare workers, often lurking in the background and sometimes taking center stage. In this episode of the Practitioner Health Wellbeing Podcast, Dr. Zaid al-Najjar sits down with seasoned therapists Ruth Deighton and Simon Lyne to tackle this pervasive issue head-on. With decades of experience between them, they dive into the emotional rollercoaster that healthcare professionals face daily.
The conversation is rich with practical advice and relatable anecdotes, making it feel like a heart-to-heart chat with trusted friends. Dr. Zaid, Ruth, and Simon discuss how anxiety can manifest in the high-pressure world of healthcare, from the fear of making mistakes to the guilt of not being able to do more for patients. They emphasize the importance of recognizing these feelings as normal and not a sign of weakness.
By sharing real-life examples and proven strategies, they provide a roadmap for managing anxiety effectively. One key takeaway is the power of self-awareness. Understanding your triggers and responses can be a game-changer in handling stress. The experts also highlight the need to challenge negative thoughts and replace them with more balanced perspectives. It's about shifting from a mindset of 'What if I fail?' to 'How can I learn from this?'.
The episode doesn't just stop at identifying problems; it offers concrete solutions. From mindfulness exercises to simple breathing techniques, listeners will walk away with a toolkit of coping mechanisms that can be applied in their daily lives. The discussion is compassionate and supportive, making it clear that seeking help is a sign of strength, not weakness.
Whether you're a healthcare professional grappling with anxiety or someone looking to understand the emotional landscape of those who care for us, this episode is packed with valuable insights. It's a reminder that while the job may be tough, you're not alone in facing its challenges.