Thanks Drew . I think you are right . It’s hard isn’t it though , when part of me actually likes the re assurance and checking in , but a part of my inside is screaming to stop wrapping me up in a blanket !! Almost like a
Part of me inside knows that , although meant with sincerity, is actually hurting me more . A conversation will have to be had . I did mention it to my wife the other night , and she was very confused ? Couldn’t get how being thoughtful was keeping me in a loop .
Always clear, objective, straight. But most of all honest, sincere, wise, loving. What can I say? Thank you for everything Drew, thank you always 🙏🏻🤍❣️
Perfect timing as I navigate what to do and say to my adult son who is in the trenches with anxiety. I sure could use more advice on this topic. Thanks Drew!
My mom recently called very upset because her doctor wanted her to take antidepressants. As she talked about how she was fine and didn’t need them she spiraled out of control. I was like WOW, this is how I sound when I spiral on my symptoms. To see it in someone I love and care about was a game changer. I told her she was fine, it just came out automatically. I told her not to worry if the doctor thought it was something else they would be working on that. My therapist has been telling me to treat myself as I would a loved one and I finally saw it. This was an amazing message Drew, as always your messages are so timely for where I am.
Drew you are always what I need, tough love! I don’t want to be coddled or babied or sugar coated. I want the truth and the truth you always speak. If I can create this anxiety, then I can accept, relax and breathe through it. Although not always graceful but I will and am. Love you Big Guy.
I took in a deep breath… and said to this podcast this morning,
Ok Drew, bring it on…… teach me something deep that will move me forward. I am willing.
And it did❤️.
I felt the relevance for me this day as something I needed to know and apply now. It’s interesting as I was just reading about Carl Jung’s coined phrase about
Sincronicity. And… there it was.
And yes… I always feel the kindness you bring to your messages. You never forget this and I appreciate and respect that. Hand holding is a good thing too. When it’s time.
This morning, I asked myself what I would do if my daughter had panic issues. And what you describe here is the response I would give her... This realization helped me understand that I already have all the answers. I'm just caught in the trap of anxious thoughts and avoiding loop. I know I need to take my exposures to the next level. I'm in this critical period where I have to push forward no matter what. So scary. It feels I'm on the edge of a giant cliff.
I’ve been diagnosed with cancer twice in the last 10 years although in Remission now. How do I come to terms with that. I’ve had a breakdown because of this not getting any better
I'm so sorry that you've had to go through that Susan. Those are major life issues that would cause anxious, fearful, emotional reactions in ANY human being. Working through those emotions is pretty important because you don't want to wind up in a place where you're afraid of your own reactions and emotions. This is where working with a good therapist or counselor can really help.
Thank you soo much Drew for your kind message. I’m starting next week with therapy from McMillan Programme. Plus I right now just reading your book The anxious Truth n I also saw you on The Panic Away app. I thought you were just great with what you had to say about anxiety
Hi Susan, hope you are well, you mentioned a Panic Away app here, is that on App Store? (couldn’t spot it when I looked). I’m in London UK if that makes a difference. Thank you.
Think I may have posted half a response ? But , I fear that it is my overly caring family that is keeping me by default in my worry anxious place . Wife , and 4 kids ( 22/18/12/11) always check how I am , ask how I feel ? Tell me to relax and do something I enjoy , tell me it’s to be expected as I have been through so much over my life and last two years ( loss of business , death of last parent , diagnosed ASD and adhd , Crohn’s disease has flared ) so of course to them , the way I feel is to be expected . This I feel has me
Caught in a self pity and when will this end loop .
Consider that you do have the power to talk to them about this. Throwing up your hands and declaring that "they" are keeping you stuck is kinda not OK. If that kind of repetitive checking in on you is causing a problem, they'd likely want to know this so that you can work together to change that behavior. You have a voice in that process.
Thanks Drew . I think you are right . It’s hard isn’t it though , when part of me actually likes the re assurance and checking in , but a part of my inside is screaming to stop wrapping me up in a blanket !! Almost like a
Part of me inside knows that , although meant with sincerity, is actually hurting me more . A conversation will have to be had . I did mention it to my wife the other night , and she was very confused ? Couldn’t get how being thoughtful was keeping me in a loop .
You always speak with truth,experience and confidence. All of which can be told to us thru your own journey thru anxiety. Thank you daily!
Always clear, objective, straight. But most of all honest, sincere, wise, loving. What can I say? Thank you for everything Drew, thank you always 🙏🏻🤍❣️
Perfect timing as I navigate what to do and say to my adult son who is in the trenches with anxiety. I sure could use more advice on this topic. Thanks Drew!
As usual Drew. You pulled no punches and gave us what we need, which is not usually what we want. Thanks ac lot. Drew
My mom recently called very upset because her doctor wanted her to take antidepressants. As she talked about how she was fine and didn’t need them she spiraled out of control. I was like WOW, this is how I sound when I spiral on my symptoms. To see it in someone I love and care about was a game changer. I told her she was fine, it just came out automatically. I told her not to worry if the doctor thought it was something else they would be working on that. My therapist has been telling me to treat myself as I would a loved one and I finally saw it. This was an amazing message Drew, as always your messages are so timely for where I am.
Drew you are always what I need, tough love! I don’t want to be coddled or babied or sugar coated. I want the truth and the truth you always speak. If I can create this anxiety, then I can accept, relax and breathe through it. Although not always graceful but I will and am. Love you Big Guy.
This is so helpful, clear and beautiful. Thank you, Drew. :0)
Hi Drew,
I took in a deep breath… and said to this podcast this morning,
Ok Drew, bring it on…… teach me something deep that will move me forward. I am willing.
And it did❤️.
I felt the relevance for me this day as something I needed to know and apply now. It’s interesting as I was just reading about Carl Jung’s coined phrase about
Sincronicity. And… there it was.
And yes… I always feel the kindness you bring to your messages. You never forget this and I appreciate and respect that. Hand holding is a good thing too. When it’s time.
Oh….. and then I breathed …. Ahhhh
Out🤗
Thank you always
Truly🌹
This morning, I asked myself what I would do if my daughter had panic issues. And what you describe here is the response I would give her... This realization helped me understand that I already have all the answers. I'm just caught in the trap of anxious thoughts and avoiding loop. I know I need to take my exposures to the next level. I'm in this critical period where I have to push forward no matter what. So scary. It feels I'm on the edge of a giant cliff.
I’ve been diagnosed with cancer twice in the last 10 years although in Remission now. How do I come to terms with that. I’ve had a breakdown because of this not getting any better
I'm so sorry that you've had to go through that Susan. Those are major life issues that would cause anxious, fearful, emotional reactions in ANY human being. Working through those emotions is pretty important because you don't want to wind up in a place where you're afraid of your own reactions and emotions. This is where working with a good therapist or counselor can really help.
Thank you soo much Drew for your kind message. I’m starting next week with therapy from McMillan Programme. Plus I right now just reading your book The anxious Truth n I also saw you on The Panic Away app. I thought you were just great with what you had to say about anxiety
Hi Susan, hope you are well, you mentioned a Panic Away app here, is that on App Store? (couldn’t spot it when I looked). I’m in London UK if that makes a difference. Thank you.
Think I may have posted half a response ? But , I fear that it is my overly caring family that is keeping me by default in my worry anxious place . Wife , and 4 kids ( 22/18/12/11) always check how I am , ask how I feel ? Tell me to relax and do something I enjoy , tell me it’s to be expected as I have been through so much over my life and last two years ( loss of business , death of last parent , diagnosed ASD and adhd , Crohn’s disease has flared ) so of course to them , the way I feel is to be expected . This I feel has me
Caught in a self pity and when will this end loop .
Consider that you do have the power to talk to them about this. Throwing up your hands and declaring that "they" are keeping you stuck is kinda not OK. If that kind of repetitive checking in on you is causing a problem, they'd likely want to know this so that you can work together to change that behavior. You have a voice in that process.
Thank you Drew. This is another keeper for my recovery journal.