We often receive questions about how to slow anxious breathing down, or what to do when breathing exercises make anxiety feel worse. And that's what we’ll be talking about in this week’s podcast, along with some other natural ways to calm anxiety that don't involve breathing exercises.
 
Many people find breathing exercises helpful for calming anxiety, but for some, focusing on their breath becomes a trigger for anxiety.
 

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Thinking about breathing makes my anxiety worse

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#690 This week on the Anxiety Slayer Podcast, Shann shares a guided relaxation for support when you feel overwhelmed by anxiety.
 
You can access all our Guided Relaxations and Tapping Sessions on our Patreon as well as over 200 downloads, including all of our guided relaxations. Learn more at https://www.patreon.com/anxietyslayer

Guided Practice - A Relaxing Retreat from Anxiety

#689: Today, we're exploring the power of choice for protecting your mind, as seen through the lens of Ayurveda—the ancient Indian system of medicine and wellness.
 
Anxiety Slayer is sponsored by BetterHelp 
How is your social battery right now? Are you feeling energetic or ready to recharge?
Sometimes people pleasing can make you feel worn out due to a lack of boundaries or maybe you’ve been a bit more solitary during the winter months. It can be easy to ignore our social battery and spread ourselves thin – especially with social gatherings picking up after the winter.
What’s the right amount of socializing for you? And how do you recharge? Maybe you thrive around people, or maybe you need some more alone time. Therapy can give you the self-awareness to build a social life that doesn’t make you feel depleted.
Therapy is helpful for setting boundaries; it empowers you to be the best version of yourself; it isn’t just for those who’ve experienced major trauma.
If you’re thinking of starting therapy, give BetterHelp a try. It’s entirely online. Designed to be convenient, flexible, and suited to your schedule.
Visit BetterHelp.com/slayer today to get 10% off your first month.

Ayurvedic Insights: Empowering Your Mind

#688: This week on the Anxiety Slayer podcast, we're exploring the connection between living life on autopilot and the rise of anxiety.
 
This episode of Anxiety Slayer is brought to you by “How to Calm Your Fragile Mind” Get the course today and save 30% with the coupon code “spring” at anxietyslayeracademy.com

Breaking the Cycle: Understanding How Living on Autopilot Fuels Anxiety

#687 This week on the Anxiety Slayer podcast we're talking about anxiety can rob us of joy and self-compassion and what we can do about it.  
 
Anxiety Slayer is sponsored by BetterHelp 

What would you do if you could carve out more time in your day?  A lot of us spend our lives wishing we could enjoy more time for ourselves. 
 
One of the best ways to add something to your calendar is to identify what’s important to you, and make it a priority. What will you create time for?
 
Therapy can help you learn to set boundaries and uncover what’s important to you so you can enjoy more of what brings you joy. It isn’t just for those who’ve experienced major trauma.
 
If you’re thinking of starting therapy, give BetterHelp a try. It’s entirely online. Designed to be convenient, flexible, and suited to your schedule.


 
If you’re thinking of starting therapy, give BetterHelp a try. It’s entirely online. Designed to be convenient, flexible, and suited to your schedule.

Visit BetterHelp.com/slayer today to get 10% off your first month.

Building Resilience: How to Nourish Your Anxious Mind

#686 This week on the Anxiety Slayer Podcast, Shann guides you through a progressive muscle relaxation. 
 
We often recommend progressive muscle relaxation as a technique to help manage stress levels. What's particularly beneficial about this practice is its simplicity and accessibility, which not only helps alleviate physical tension but also promotes a sense of calmness and relaxation in the mind.
 

You can access all our Guided Relaxations and Tapping Sessions on our Patreon as well as over 200 downloads, including all of our guided relaxations.
Learn more at https://www.patreon.com/anxietyslayer

Thinking about breathing makes my anxiety worse

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