Our final second arrow series episode and it’s a big one we all face sometimes: Anxiety. It’s so prevalent in today’s society, even though statistics would show violent crime is going down, and quality of life is better than ever. Despite knowing there is nothing to be concerned about, people with anxiety disorder cannot seem to get away from the sense that something is terribly, horribly wrong, and severe cases can be crippling to the simplest tasks in life, causing physical symptoms and making social encounters downright awful.

Today, we discuss some practical ways to manage anxiety, and when to worry it’s more than general anxiety to something spiraling out of control that is cause for going to see a professional.

Feeling anxious? Need help? A third-party perspective can help you identify patterns, get clear on what you really want in your life, create purpose and focus to help manage anxiety. More than just a coaching session, if you book any package now through November 2020 you will receive a FREE Rapid Transformational Therapy ™ session for anxiety, that works on the root cause of anxiety to help you truly heal from subconscious issues that hold you back. Experience rapid, permanent life change with this one-of-a-kind therapy.

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E-GADS what to do. Today we tackle the heavy topic of depression and anxiety, some of the causes, and some of the things to do when you feel like you just can’t get going again.

Whether it’s circumstances that have caused you to lose hope, increase anxiety, or long term issues you have dealt with your whole life because your family is prone to depression due to biology, I offer a some strategies to put together a unique plan for getting your life and your hope back.

References: the acne medication isotretinoin can cause depression.

If you are suffering with anxiety, depression, and you need help and perspective, email me at: [email protected] for a free discovery session.

If you are feeling suicidal or need help immediately, please call 800-273-8255 or visit: https://suicidepreventionlifeline.org

Self worth/Unworthiness. It stops so many people from reaching goals of living the life they dream of living. How to stop your mind from stopping you.

Did you know some people would rather be in the casket than speak at a funeral? What’s up with that? How did society get to the point that they cannot speak in public? Today we explore the concept of worthiness, self-worth, and being worthy of existing.

Yes, you belong. You don’t have to DO anything to belong anywhere. There will never be another you, so you are indeed, priceless. Secondly, you cannot be measured in terms of worth by what you produce. Quit trying to stack up your value like a national GDP. You are a human being, not a human doing!

Even if you come from a less than stellar background you don’t have to remain in that mindset, you create your own reality and it starts with knowing who you are at the core, and beginning with the knowledge that you are worthy of having a life to live to the fullest!

After we explore that concept, what does it really mean to live your life to the fullest? How to get real with yourself and feel worthy of feeling happy and confident about your life. I open up about my journey to healing self esteem issues despite a less than ideal beginning and how you can do it too.

Podcast Episode References: Satori & Marsh Enlightenment:  https://anchor.fm/kelly-ann-pierce/episodes/06--Satori-Marsh-Enlightenment--Leaning-In--Holding-Space-eek11g

Podcast Episode: Liberate Your Money Stories: https://anchor.fm/kelly-ann-pierce/episodes/19--Liberate-Your-Money-Stories-You-Dont-Have-to-Save-The-World-egh3eh

Book Reference: The Untethered Soul by Michael A. Singer

Good things start with a plan, but when does the planning stop and implementation begin? There are some things that you will not figure out until you really and truly start. Here we discuss a new metaphor that is so delicious you will want to get started right away.

Strategies for combatting self-doubt, organizing your thoughts, cohesiveness of ideas, and leveling up your mindset. The top two skills that can get you out of any situation that might stop many people in their tracks.

Even as you write the book, start the thing, earn the degree, etc. you will may have feelings of, is this enough? Motivation to push you past any mindset issues and encourage you into action.

In our third episode of the second arrow healing heart wounds series, we explore resentment. Based on the Buddhist principle of the second arrow, I will endeavor to equip you with skills and mindset shifts to guide you away from the suffering that arises when you continually beat yourself up after an initial triggering painful (first arrow) event.

What can resentment do FOR you? Why noticing the underlying triggers of this negative emotion can actually be helpful for you, IF you choose. What happens when you don’t allow yourself to feel it? Let’s just say it’s like a ticking time bomb… painful and explosive, eventually someone is going to get hurt, and it’s usually not the person who deserves it!

An exercise to help you move from anger and resentment to a place of love, peace, and self-love.

Book Reference: The Upside of Your Dark Side:  Why Being Your Whole Self--Not Just Your Good Self--Drives Success and Fulfillment By Robert Biswas-Diener and Todd Kashdan

Book Reference: The Relationship Cure, By John Gottman, PH.D. and Joan DeClaire

Book Reference: The Seven Principles For Making Marriage Work, by John Gottman, PH.D.

Quote: “The emotion that cannot express itself in tears will cause other organs to weep.” Dr. Maudsley of Barts Hospital.

In our second episode of the second arrow healing heart wounds series, we explore guilt (versus shame, see episode 29 for more about that emotion). Based on the Buddhist principle of the second arrow, I will endeavor to equip you with skills and mindset shifts to guide you away from the suffering that arises when you continually beat yourself up after an initial triggering painful (first arrow) event.

How much is too much? Assessing why we feel guilty, what is healthy, when we need to change our behavior, and when we need to recognize patterns of unhealthy thoughts that surround taking on things that simply aren’t our burdens to bear.

You may have been guilt-tripped, manipulated, or even coerced yourself into feeling bad about things so often it’s turned into a form of sabotage. How to identify what to take on in healthy levels, and when to let go of guilt when it just isn’t appropriate anymore.

Want more specialized help in dealing with guilt, PTSD, grief, or OCD? Let’s chat. Email me at: [email protected].

This week we are kicking off a special series that is directly geared toward healing heart wounds, and is near and dear to my own heart. Based on the Buddhist principle of the second arrow, I will endeavor to equip you with skills and mindset shifts to guide you away from the suffering that arises when you continually beat yourself up after an initial triggering painful (first arrow) event.

Today we examine the emotion of shame, the origin of the feeling, what separates it from guilt, how it formulates, and what to do if you continually suffer from it. So many people have a sense of unworthiness, insecurity, or deep seated negative self-judgement.

What to do when you don’t like yourself. We will talk about how to stop feeling shamed and ashamed. I will share with you how I have dealt with it in my life to feel more self-accepting, feel increased self-esteem, and better able to cope with life experiences.

Want more specialized help in dealing with shame? Let’s chat. Email me at: [email protected].

How to show up daily on the job and at home to achieve greatness for your team, and for yourself. What it takes to be a great leader, and how to really know, like, and understand yourself.

Understanding without expectation,  authenticity in who you are, meeting expectations, empathy, listening, showing up, clear communication, boundaries, respect, the golden rule, kindness, treating people like you would your own esteemed family…all of these are components of great leaders.

How to put all of these into practice with ease, while maintaining your sense of self as a compass to really embody a compassionate leader. Also, the true test: how to lead with compassion when people fall short of your expectations and you must lead with compassion and level thoughts.

References: https://anchor.fm/kelly-ann-pierce/episodes/16-How-to-WOW-at-your-next-speaking-gig--Corporate--Family--or-Executive-Meeting--Take-Charge-Confidently-eg359m

https://anchor.fm/kelly-ann-pierce/episodes/01--Eternity-Mindset---Confidence-Forever-ee0urs

F.E.A.R – It has many acronyms, buy my favorite resonates with Theodore Roosevelt’s statement of 1933, it is false evidence appearing real. Teddy got it right, “there is nothing to fear but fear itself” and as we face so many new things in today’s world, if you allow it, the fearfulness could swallow your dreams, wreak havoc on your body, and keep you playing small.

Allow yourself to learn more about common fears and what to do to pursue your goals anyway on today’s episode about conquering fear. As always, easy to do steps to help you liberate your soul to become the best version of yourself. I cannot wait to hear how this goes for you! Email me at: [email protected].

Book Reference: The Saint-a-Day Guide by Sean Kelly and Rosemary Rogers, Originally Published as The Birthday Book of Saints

Patron Saint for Fear: Saint Dymphna, an Irish Virgin, also the patron of asylums, mental health workers; invoked against epilepsy, insanity, sleepwalking. Emblem: crowned maiden with a sword, a Devil in chains).

Belief work, changing your perceptions to live the life you want to live. How we understand ourselves and what we believe about the world around us shapes the way we walk in it. Dissecting the science of neural peptides, the way our thoughts can change our beliefs, impact our actions, and what you can do to increase your self-esteem immediately and simply.

What you believe about yourself, your kids, business, basically everything, shapes how well things go for you.

Also, how I had a breakdown this weekend and the beautiful advice I received that reinforced my beliefs and allowed me to let go of my need to figure things out.

Book: The Psychology of Winning, by Dr. Denis Waitley

NCBI The Biochemistry of Belief Full Article: https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC2802367/

Excerpt: “According to him (Bruce Lipton), as adults, we still believe in and act our lives out based on information we absorbed as children… The biochemistry of our body stems from our awareness.[5] Belief-reinforced awareness becomes our biochemistry. Each and every tiny cell in our body is perfectly and absolutely aware of our thoughts, feelings and of course, our beliefs. There is a beautiful saying ‘Nobody grows old. When people stop growing, they become old’. If you believe you are fragile, the biochemistry of your body unquestionably obeys and manifests it. If you believe you are tough (irrespective of your weight and bone density!), your body undeniably mirrors it.”

Having trouble with your self-esteem? Need a business strategy session? Get information from a dual certified life and business coach. Let’s sort it out with a free consult: email me at [email protected].