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Nov 2024
24m 31s

1085: From Panic to Peace: A Solo Drive ...

GINA RYAN
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In today's episode, Gina shares an anxiety recovery success story from a member of the ACP Group Coaching Membership. K describes a recent success behind the wheel on major highways, a past challenge for her in her anxiety clearing journey. Listen in to better understand how effective many of the anxiety clearing skills taught on the podcast and in ACP Group Coaching can be. Start learning today!

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The journey of a thousand miles begins with one step.

-Lao Tzu

Chapters

0:42 Introduction to Kay's Journey

6:29 Kay's Progress with Anxiety

10:48 Tools for Healing

15:21 Mindset Shifts and Progress

18:04 The Power of Small Steps

Summary

In this episode of the Anxiety Coaches Podcast, I delve into a heartfelt post shared by one of our group coaching members, Kay, highlighting her journey of overcoming anxiety, particularly when it comes to driving alone. Kay candidly recounts her recent experience of integrating the techniques learned in our coaching sessions, illustrating the significant growth she's achieved. Our conversation revolves around her inspiring story and the insights drawn from her progression, which I believe can resonate with many in our audience.


Kay’s post begins with her undertaking a drive by herself, a task that had previously filled her with trepidation. The distance she chose to drive initially was 11 miles, showcasing her willingness to confront her feelings of anxiety head-on. As I read through her account, I could sense the mixture of excitement and trepidation she experienced. Her description of singing and practicing speaking journaling while driving exemplifies her efforts to maintain a calm and engaged mindset, turning a potentially overwhelming situation into an empowering experience. This not only demonstrates her commitment but also underscores the effectiveness of actively incorporating self-soothing techniques in real-time scenarios.


Throughout the episode, I emphasize the importance of gradual exposure in the healing process, as Kay illustrates with her incremental progress. Her journey from feeling constrained by the fear of being away from her family to experiencing moments of genuine joy and liberation is a testament to her resilience. Each drive she undertook served as exposure therapy, building her confidence incrementally. By having her parents nearby during her excursion, Kay cleverly created a safety net that allowed her to feel supported, while still pushing herself to navigate her anxiety independently. Such strategies are vital in self-regulation, proving that we can structure our experiences to gradually expand our comfort zones.

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