When our older, animal brain gets anxious, we have a choice. We can leave panic to spiral out of control.
Or we can use our newer, cerebral brain to intervene with more peaceful stories.
Helping friends and clients who are ‘stuck’
How can we help a person who feels stuck in life? We may feel helpless, but we can build trust, welcome the problem, and provide a safe space to explore solutions.
Escaping the anxious cycle
Sometimes a cycle of anxiety takes us over. Why does it happen, and what can we do about it?
Finding confidence
Lack of confidence often goes with inner tension and inauthenticity. Sometimes we need to find our own voice again.
Despair
Despair, the loss of hope, is a transitional state on the way to acceptance. It shows that we have wishes and desires. As we age, that transition often becomes easier.
Me time
We all need “me time” to restore ourselves. If our job or family is unsympathetic to this, we may need to signpost our needs.
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