24: What to do when anxiety strikes (or any big emotion)

If you hate feeling anxious or other big emotions and have tried to find a way to handle them, but nothing really works, this episode is for you.Today I’m walking you through a simple, three-step process for bringing self-compassion into any big emotion. Whether it’s anxiety, shame, guilt, sadness, embarrassment, or grief — these three steps work in real time, wherever you are.You’ll learn:Why emotions like anxiety are not a personal flaw, but your body’s way of keeping you safeThe fastest way to calm your nervous system (hint: it starts with your hands, not your thoughts)The short kindness script that replaces self-criticism with care in under a minuteA client story that shows how quickly this can shift how you feelYou’ll finish the episode knowing exactly what to do the next time emotion takes over: Normalise. Touch. Kindness.Because you’re not your emotions — you have emotions. And that means you can work with them, not against them.If you liked this episode and want to stay connected with Emma and the tools she shares, the next best step is to download the Midlife Body Image Guide. You'll also get first access to free masterclasses on emotional eating, body acceptance, and getting obsessive food thinking out of your brain.Links & Resources:🎧 Download the Midlife Body Image Guide + audio guide. Curious about working together?I’m currently taking private clients. Book a consultation where will discuss what you want to achieve, what you’ve currently been doing, and you’ll leave with a clear step-by-step individualised plan to achieve it. Whether I can help you archive your goal or not, you’ll leave knowing what the next steps are.🌐 Emma's Website📱 Follow on LinkedInIf you enjoyed this episode, follow the show, share it with a friend, and leave a review. Let’s help more women stop fixing their bodies and start trusting them.