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Anxiety is something we all experience, but what if the problem isn’t anxiety itself — but the way we respond to it? In this episode, Andrea explores anxiety as an over-sensitive alarm system rather than something that means we’re broken. Drawing on ideas from Barry McDonagh’s DARE Response, she looks at why fighting, avoiding and trying to control anxiety can actually keep it going — and what happens when we respond differently.
Sources
* Barry McDonagh – DARE Response – An approach to responding to anxiety and panic by reducing fear and resistance rather than fighting the sensations.
* DARE: The New Way to End Anxiety and Stop Panic Attacks – Barry McDonagh.
* NHS – Anxiety and Panic – Information about anxiety, panic attacks and available support.
Support
If anxiety or panic is significantly affecting your everyday life, relationships or ability to do the things you want to do, consider speaking to a qualified mental health professional or your GP.
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