In last week’s post, I introduced you to the concept of embracing anxiety as a way of feeling less controlled by it, rather than banishing it. Acceptance with commitment AND action. This week, as promised, I will provide you with some tips and strategies on how to get started doing this!
Relinquish Control of Anxiety
Previously, the focus on the treatment of anxiety has been placed on changing, stopping, or preventing anxious thoughts from entering our minds. “Be relaxed. Break free from pain, suffering, and worry!” That is promised by many treatments and it sounds wonderful, doesn’t it? The problem is, being pain free is no guarantee of happiness and vitality in life. Shortcut and fix-it ways of approaching anxiety are not long-term solutions or 30% of the population wouldn’t still be affected by it.
Fighting Fair: Finding a Healthy Way to Argue
In any relationship or friendship, it is part of human nature that conflicts arise. However, arguing a part of any healthy relationship. Avoiding arguments builds up frustrated feelings and then your relationship is a ticking time bomb. Too often, arguments get out of control and we say things we don’t mean to people we love dearly. Finding a healthy and fair way to argue helps arguments become more productive. Here are some tips to get you started.