Mental HEALTH Break With Dr. Nafisa Sekandari
Welcome to Dr. Nafisa Sekandari’s Mental Health Break Podcast. Here we will cover a variety of mental health topics from Anxiety and Depression to interviews and talks. Some episodes are specifically made for the podcast, others come from live recordings of lectures and speaking engagements. Dr Nafisa Sekandari is a holistic and integrative clinical psychologist specializing in anxiety based disorders. Her podcast covers topics including the mental health crisis, anxiety, depression, the connection between food and mood, as well as natural and holistic treatment options for creating long term control of your anxiety….all while learning to prioritize your mental health. You will be empowered through having a deeper understanding of your mind in order to live your best life. This podcast will provide you with the practical tips and tools you need to help you take back control of your mental, physical, and emotional health. So take a moment to prioritize YOUR mental health.
Mental HEALTH Break With Dr. Nafisa Sekandari
Can Anxiety Be a Gift? With Dr. Nafisa Sekandari
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Dr. Nafisa Sekandari
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Season 3
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Episode 63
In today's episode, we dive into the delicate relationship between anxiety and success. Often viewed as a disorder, anxiety can actually serve as a powerful catalyst for achievement when properly managed. However, left unchecked, it can morph into a debilitating force.
Episode Highlights:
- The Gift of Anxiety: Contrary to popular belief, anxiety isn't always debilitating. When channeled effectively, it can fuel motivation, sharpen focus, and enhance performance. Individuals experiencing anxiety may find themselves becoming more detail-oriented, driven by a relentless pursuit of excellence.
- Achieving Goals: Anxiety can act as a driving force behind goal attainment. The fear of failure inherent in anxiety often compels individuals to push themselves beyond their limits, striving to reach new heights of success.
- Discipline and Determination: Those who struggle with anxiety on a daily basis develop a remarkable degree of discipline. Fueled by the desire to alleviate their fears, they cultivate habits of resilience and perseverance, essential traits on the path to achievement.
- Using Anxiety as Fuel: Rather than allowing anxiety to paralyze them, some individuals leverage it as a source of energy. By reframing their perception of anxiety, they transform it from a liability into an asset, propelling themselves forward with newfound vigor.
- The Unchecked Beast: However, when anxiety spirals out of control, it can become a relentless adversary, akin to a wild stallion that refuses to be tamed. Unmanaged anxiety can lead to a myriad of adverse outcomes, including impaired decision-making, decreased productivity, and diminished well-being.
- Navigating the Terrain: Managing anxiety requires a multifaceted approach. From mindfulness techniques to cognitive-behavioral strategies, individuals can learn to harness the power of anxiety while minimizing its negative effects.
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