The Root Cause of Anxiety: Hurry up and Slow Down – Dr. Natasha Gosh
- The Root Cause of Anxiety: Hurry up and Slow Down - Dr. Natasha Gosh Tim Reitsma 49:23
When the world demands high-speed living, can taking a moment to slow down help us speed up? Is there a root cause of anxiety and if so, what does that look like?
Dr. Natasha Ghosh, a clinical counsellor, shares how the pressures of society can amplify our stress and how recognizing what's in our control can ultimately support our mental state.
Anxiety isn't just an individual struggle; it ripples through our families, affecting even the smallest members. As Dr. Ghosh and I share stories, we discuss how our coping mechanisms, from the foods we crave to the devices we can't seem to put down, can inadvertently influence those around us.
We also consider the power of sharing our anxieties, whether with a friend, a therapist, or the quiet confidant of nature and how these vulnerable exchanges can lead to healing. Breaking through the noise of today emphasizes the vitality of presentness and the potential locked within our breath.
From the simple act of switching off notifications to the practice of breathwork, we highlight tools that invite calmness into our bodies and minds.
- Recognizing Anxiety's Signals: Understand that anxiety is a signal from our body urging us to adjust when things aren't right. Pay attention to these signals as a first step toward management.
- The Impact of Slowing Down: Actively create moments of stillness in your daily routine to significantly lower anxiety levels. This includes practices like turning off notifications and prioritizing self-care.
- Breathwork for Calmness: Learn and apply proper breathing techniques to calm the fight or flight response, a key strategy in reducing anxiety and building distress tolerance.
- Building Self-Trust: Develop a deep trust in oneself through practices that enhance your ability to cope with anxiety, such as recognizing and releasing tension in the body.
- The Role of Support: Never underestimate the importance of seeking professional help or supportive networks when anxiety becomes overwhelming.
- Mindful Practices and Self-Care: Embrace practical methods such as prioritizing moments of relaxation, practicing deep breathing, and consciously slowing down to manage anxiety effectively.
Dr Natasha Ghosh is not your ordinary counsellor. With 20+ years of experience in psychology, a TEDx speaker and a dedicated educator, she is on a mission to empower others to live authentically, find Clarity and make lasting change.
Blending conventional and complementary therapies, Natasha's approach offers clients a unique path to deep healing and transformation.
Natasha brings with her a wealth of knowledge, inspiring audiences to live with purpose in a way that suits them. Her methods have helped countless people find emotional grounding, peace and a renewed sense of self.
Natasha is a mom of 2 girls who often wishes that not everything was a learning moment for Personal Development!
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