When the News Feels Too Much: Managing Stress, Anxiety and Trauma During War

If you've found yourself doom scrolling, struggling to sleep, feeling your body tense up every time you open your phone, or noticing a creeping sense of dread that you can't quite shake, this episode is for you. And if you're someone who has experienced trauma in the past, you may be finding this period particularly hard, and there's a real psychological reason for that.War coverage affects us deeply even when we are not in the conflict zone. Our nervous systems are wired to respond to threat, uncertainty keeps the mind in an endless loop of "what ifs", and there is a particular kind of helplessness that comes from witnessing suffering we cannot stop. For some people, especially those with a history of trauma or loss, the impact can be even stronger.But being affected by all of this doesn't mean you're weak. It means your brain is doing exactly what it was designed to do. The question is how to stop it from running the show.Drawing on CBT, compassion-focused therapy, ACT, EMDR, DBT and mindfulness, this episode offers 12 practical, evidence-based strategies for managing war anxiety. Not about switching off or becoming detached, but about learning to stay informed without being consumed, to care without collapsing, and to come back to what is meaningful and within your control.Because you don't need to solve the whole world's problems in this one moment. You just need to take care of your nervous system.To learn more about my work, explore resources, or stay up to date with future episodes, visit: 👉 12 Easy Steps to Overcome Stress, Anxiety & Overwhelm | Wendy CastelinoIf you found this episode helpful, please consider subscribing, leaving a review, or sharing it with someone who might benefit. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.