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Sep 2025
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How to Stay Calm When Anxiety Wants Cont...

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Anxiety often disguises itself as control, convincing us that peace comes from managing every detail. In this episode, Rosie reflects on compromise, presence, and letting go of the need to control. Learn how softening your grip can calm anxiety and restore balance. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices 
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