You’re Still Here—and How That Can Calm Anxiety

If anxiety feels like a loop you can’t escape, it’s not because you’re broken—it’s because habits take practice. In this episode, we examine a simple exercise: by reflecting on the “close calls” you’ve survived, you can exit the threat mindset and reconnect with a deeper sense of safety, perspective, and appreciation for being alive. Hear how this small daily practice can help loosen anxiety’s grip and remind your brain that you’ve already made it through far more than you realize.⏱️ Timestamps00:50 - When anxiety becomes maladaptive01:36 - Why overcoming anxiety takes practice03:01 - A surfer’s close call—and the opposite of anxiety05:28 - The “10 close calls” exercise11:25 - How this practice shifts anxiety into gratitude12:39 - Mental habits, piano practice, and consistency15:57 - Why effort and investment matter For full shownotes, including resources mentioned, go to: https://www.calmyourcaveman.com/episodes/youre-still-here-and-how-that-can-calm-anxietySend us Fan Mail🌐 https://www.calmyourcaveman.com