Understanding and fixing the real cause of anxiety...
Dr Russell Kennedy - THE ANXIETY MD・2 minutes read
Dr. Russ Kennedy discusses the importance of separating anxious thoughts from the alarm sensation in the body to effectively manage anxiety, suggesting techniques like locating the alarm sensation, practicing self-compassion, and focusing on the present moment to break the cycle of anxiety and heal past traumas. To combat anxiety, it is crucial to address the alarm sensation in the body, showing love and attention to that part while disconnecting from anxious thoughts and using practices like yoga or tai chi as tools for managing anxiety effectively.
Insights
- Dr. Russ Kennedy highlights the significance of distinguishing between anxious thoughts and the alarm sensation in the body to effectively manage anxiety, emphasizing the need to locate the alarm feeling in the midline of the body.
- The approach of developing a compassionate relationship with the alarm sensation, treating it with love and acceptance, alongside practices like yoga or tai chi, is suggested as a valuable method for managing anxiety effectively, underlining the importance of addressing the alarm sensation in the body to overcome anxiety.
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What is anxiety according to Dr. Russ Kennedy?
Anxiety is a combination of anxious thoughts in the mind and an alarm feeling in the body, with the latter often overlooked.
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