Notice the NOW with Dr Lee DavidNotice the NOW with Dr Lee David
Practitioner Health Wellbeing Podcast
Dr. Lee David shares the 'Noticing the Now' technique to help you manage stress and find calm in the present moment.
6:54•30 Apr 2024
Finding Calm: Dr. Lee David's Guide to Stress Relief
Episode Overview
- Understanding the impact of stress on mind and body
- Exploring the six Fs of the threat response
- Practicing the N.O.W. technique - Notice, Observe, Wise Mind
- Engaging in sensory exercises for immediate stress relief
- Learning to refocus on present moment priorities
“I'm feeling stressed and irritable right now. I'm feeling emotionally really tense. In my body, I can feel a tightness in my chest, my heart is thumping, I can feel that I'm frowning, my face feels hot and my tummy is churning.”
Feeling overwhelmed by stress? Dr. Lee David has a solution that might just change your life. In this episode, he introduces the 'Noticing the Now' technique, a simple yet powerful tool designed to help you step out of the stress response and into a state of calm. Dr. David, a seasoned clinician and CBT therapist with NHS Practitioner Health, breaks down the science of stress and its impact on our minds and bodies.
He explains the six Fs of the threat response and walks you through the three-step N.O.W. process: Notice, Observe, and Wise Mind. This isn't just theory; Dr. David guides you through practical sensory exercises that can be done anytime, anywhere. These exercises aim to calm your threat system and bring your focus back to the present moment, helping you to manage stress more effectively.
Whether you're a healthcare professional dealing with high-pressure situations or someone looking for better ways to handle everyday stress, this episode offers valuable insights and practical advice. Tune in to learn how to shift your focus, enhance emotional awareness, and find peace in the present moment.
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