10 Ways to Calm Anxiety and Overthinking with Shelley Treacher
Episode Overview
Simple breathing exercises can signal safety to your nervous system. Self-compassion helps counteract anxiety's negative effects. Identifying underlying causes can help manage anxiety. Allowing emotions to move through the body can ease anxiety. Humour and curiosity can help reframe anxious thoughts.
"Anxiety doesn't ease through overthinking; the shift comes from letting the feeling move through your body."
Ever wondered what it takes to calm the storm of anxiety and overthinking? Shelley Treacher, a BACP Accredited Somatic Psychotherapist, shares 10 practical methods to help you cope with anxiety in this insightful episode. Shelley draws from her expertise in somatic therapy to provide listeners with simple yet effective techniques that aim to calm the nervous system and foster a sense of inner peace.
From breathing exercises to self-compassion, she highlights how small, intentional actions can create a big shift in managing anxious thoughts. Shelley opens up about her personal experiences, like cold water swimming, to illustrate how anxiety can sometimes feel like an overprotective force. Her candid anecdotes make the episode relatable and offer a comforting reminder that anxiety is something many people face.
Shelley emphasises the importance of being kind to oneself and understanding that anxiety is not just in the mind but also manifests physically. Listeners are guided through techniques such as body scans and breathing exercises, encouraging them to explore what lies beneath their anxiety. The episode is packed with gentle advice and humour, making it a soothing listen for anyone looking to break free from the cycle of overthinking.
If you've ever found yourself caught in a loop of worry, this episode offers practical strategies and a compassionate perspective to help you find your 'underground' confidence. Ready to take the first step towards a calmer mind?