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Dec 2023
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Unfocused Fear: How to Let Go of What Yo...

Rebecca Hunter, MSW
About this episode

Anxiety has been called “unfocused fear”—and that’s a powerful way to think about it.

Feeling anxious is no fun, but the more we understand what drives our anxiety and how it affects us, the better equipped we are to change our relationship with it. With the right insights, healing and relief are within reach.

  • Discover what anxiety really is and how it manifests in your daily life.
  • Learn practical strategies to manage anxious thoughts and regain a sense of control.
  • Gain a deeper understanding of anxiety’s root causes and how to shift your mindset for lasting change.

Tune in now and start taking steps toward a calmer, more balanced life.

Rebecca Hunter, MSW helps high-achieving empaths conquer burnout and anxiety with practical tools and personalized strategies. Get a little help with your self-improvement plan- I'd love to talk with you! Book your FREE strategy call here!

Visit www.takeouttherapy.com for more resources!

Take Out Therapy is a podcast designed for those seeking to reduce anxiety, recover from burnout, and live authentically, with topics ranging from mindfulness and emotional intelligence to emotional resilience and anxiety relief; discover actionable tips for managing stress, cultivating inner peace, overcoming overwhelm, setting boundaries, and mastering emotional regulation, all while supporting empathic executives on their journey toward self-compassion, work-life balance, and freedom from overthinking and people-pleasing habits.

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