982: Decrease Anxious Feelings Using Accountability

In today's episode, Gina discusses the concept of accountability in the context of anxiety recovery. It is essential that we set realistic goals and take constructive action as we pursue anxiety relief. Journaling is touched on as a particularly helpful tool in helping cultivate accountability, though helping us keep track of past thinking and progress toward our goals. Listen in and expand your anxiety recovery toolkit today!

Link to the book mentioned in the show:

Joy Of Being Mindfully Present: How To Be Present and Feel Joy In Life

by Kristin Larsen

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What is anxiety?

Quote:

Most people do not really want freedom, because freedom involves responsibility, and most people are frightened of responsibility.

-Sigmund Freud

Chapters

0:00:24 The Power of Accountability in Overcoming Anxiety

0:03:04 Self-Awareness: Identifying Anxiety Triggers

0:05:16 Empowerment: Taking Ownership of Emotions and Shifting from Victimhood

0:07:49 Building Resilience through Learning from Setbacks

0:09:11 Embracing Growth Mindset and Letting Go of the Past

0:10:30 Techniques for Healing: Journaling, Goal Setting, and Mindfulness

Summary

In this episode of the Anxiety Coaches Podcast, we delve into the transformative power of accountability in our journey to overcome anxiety. We emphasize the significance of self-awareness and taking ownership of our thoughts, emotions, and actions. By being accountable for our anxiety, we can move from feeling overwhelmed to becoming active participants in our emotional experiences. Setting realistic goals and taking constructive action are essential in our pursuit of anxiety relief.

Furthermore, we highlight the importance of building resilience and adopting a growth mindset. Rather than seeing challenges as setbacks, we view them as opportunities for personal development. It is crucial to embrace the new person we have become through our anxiety journey, rather than longing for our old selves. Accountability plays a vital role in this process, empowering us to make positive choices and cultivate a mindset of growth and personal transformation.

Throughout the podcast, we discuss various techniques for healing and how they can be incorporated into our lives. Journaling, for instance, provides an outlet for releasing thoughts and ruminations. Morning pages, a specific form of journaling, allow us to express ourselves without concern for grammar or punctuation. We explore the benefits of keeping track of our thoughts and emotions, enabling us to identify triggers and patterns. Additionally, we recognize the value of setting goals, reflecting on our emotional responses during meditation, and establishing a support system.

In the final part of the episode, we address our own struggles with change and the fear it can elicit. However, we emphasize the importance of recognizing resistance and not allowing it to consume us. Embracing accountability can serve as a guiding light in overcoming anxiety and leading a life of beauty and well-being.

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