654: How to calm anxiety symptoms
In this week’s Anxiety Slayer podcast, we’re talking about common anxiety symptoms and how to calm them.
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Notes from this week’s episode:
Anxiety often comes with physical symptoms which can then trigger concerns about our health. These are some of the symptoms we get asked about most along with some tips for feeling calm.
Common Anxiety Symptoms
Dry mouth
Heart palpitations
Stomach upset and nausea
Headaches
Dizziness
Restlessness
Ayurveda: ON How symptoms show up based on our mind/body type (Doshas)
Pitta - Headache, indigestion, acidity
Vata - Stomach ache, bloating, constipation, feeling ungrounded, light-headed
Kapha - Fatigue and overwhelm, lethargic, loss of interest in activities
How Anxiety affects our response to symptoms
We may become fearful, or fixate on worst-case outcomes, or have a strong desire to numb or hide
These are all normal responses provoked by anxiety to its own symptoms.
To hear our suggestions for natural remedies for anxiety symptoms please listen in.
Resources mentioned in this episode:
Guided Calming Point practice: Shann shares a guided walkthrough of how to use the Calming Point on our Patreon
Please note this episode is offered for information only, please seek medical advice from your doctor if you are concerned about any symptoms.