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Jun 2025
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1149: Anxiety Is Not A Life Sentence: He...

GINA RYAN
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In today's episode, Gina helps listeners with anxiety know that they do not have something wrong with them or their bodies or brains.  Healing from chronic anxiety is possible and you can feel better and more balanced for the long term.  Listen in to hear a lovely reminder that you do have the power to heal and to return to a state of peace and calm.  The power is within you.  Listen in today!
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Chapters
0:26 Welcome Back to Calm
2:48 Understanding Your Nervous System
6:03 The Path to Healing
8:40 Rediscovering Your True Self
10:53 Simple Steps to Calm
13:52 Embracing a New Way of Being
14:48 Your Journey Towards Healing
Summary
In this episode, I delve into the notion that anxiety does not have to be a life sentence, emphasizing that healing your nervous system is a attainable goal. Many individuals grapple with the haunting questions of whether they will always feel this way, or if they are somehow broken. Having been in that dark place myself and having worked with countless others who have endured similar struggles, I bring a message of hope and healing to all who are listening.
I start by recognizing the overwhelming sensation of anxiety that can sometimes feel insurmountable. I guide listeners through the experience of anxiety and panic, encouraging them to connect with their physical bodies and recognize the signs of distress. I share personal anecdotes to illustrate how deeply this experience can impact one's self-perception, highlighting the fear and confusion that often accompany anxiety conditions. With thoughtful consideration, I address the common discouragement encountered when seeking help, where the messages of lifelong management may overshadow the potential for recovery.
Throughout the episode, I reinforce that there is no shame in pursuing medication as a part of recovery, but I also stress that this does not define one's journey. The primary message I wish to convey is that listeners are not broken; they possess the capacity for healing. I explore various gentle, sustainable approaches such as breath work, mindfulness, and self-compassion that can aid in the journey toward calm. Importantly, I emphasize that our nervous systems are not defective but rather overwhelmed, shaped by years of stress and emotional turbulence, yet they inherently have the ability to heal.
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