Episode 42: Tools for Helping Our Anxiety

Anxiety is at the top of most conversations right now in light of a world pandemic. Unknowns are at every turn and whether you recognize you have anxiety or not, or are parenting a child or teen who struggles with anxiety, this season has created a whole new way of being for all of us. We are anxious about being anxious. Getting practical in episode 42, Terra puts on her clinical hat to help us learn how to reduce anxiety in our bodies and gain peace and presence to face our days. “Do not be anxiety…” was not a command in the book of Philippians but rather a recognition of our human condition to get anxious when things are not in our control. And, when were they really ever in our control? Learn how anxiety is an emotion that can be comforted and cared for and how to be place of peace for others.    For counseling and professional support, feel free to contact our clinical teammate www.livingwholehearted.com team or follow us @living_wholehearted or @terramattson.   As mentioned in the podcast, here are some great resources: Terra Mattson, M.A. LMFT, LPC: Courageous: Being Daughters Rooted in Grace (Chapter 3 & 7) Sissy Goff, MEd, LPC-MHSP: Braver, Stronger, Smarter: A Girl’s Guide to Overcoming Worry & Anxiety Dr. Curt Thompson: Anatomy of the Soul and Anatomy of Shame Dr. Rapee, Wignall, etc…: Helping Your Anxious Child: A Step-by-Step Guide for Parents Max Lucado: Anxious for Nothing Study Guide: Finding Calm in a Chaotic World