Anxiety Workbook Dozens of Exercises and Step-by-Step Strategies to Ease Your Anxiety in Days, Not Years

A workbook to conquer anxietyDealing with anxiety in a healthy way isn't rocket science, but when you are suffering from its debilitating symptoms, it can seem impossible to escapeExercises and techniques that really workWith this workbook you will be armed with the fundamental knowledge and tools you need to improve your own life by dealing with your anxiety. You'll also learn how to prevent sliding back into self-destructive thinking, habits and routines.Here is a preview of what you will learn in this guide:

• Chapter 1: What Is Anxiety?
• Anxiety behind the curtain
• Anxiety in the brain
• Symptoms
• Types of anxiety
• Generalized anxiety disorder (GAD)
• Social anxiety disorder
• Panic disorder
• Obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD)
• Post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD)
• Specific phobias
• Causes of anxiety
• Genetic disposition to anxiety
• Certain personality traits
• Exposure to trauma
• A serious health condition
• A series of stressful events
• Other mental health disorders
• Misuse of drugs or alcohol
• Styles of anxiety therapy
• CBT (cognitive behavioral therapy)
• Exposure therapy
• EMDR (eye movement desensitization resolution)
• Gestalt
• IFS (internal family systems)
• Chapter 2: Identifying Triggers And Anxiety Thoughts
• Pinpointing your anxiety triggers
• What's behind the trigger?
• Getting to know how your mind justifies anxiety
• Exercise: Mind-mapping your anxious thoughts
• What now?
• Chapter 3: Relaxation and Meditation
• The importance of space
• Exercises for relaxation
• Exercise #1: Deep breathing
• Exercise #2: The Butterfly Hug
• Exercise #3: Visualization
• Exercise #4: Progressive muscle relaxation
• What if you can't relax?
• Exercise #1: The ABC Game
• Exercise #2: Read
• Exercise #3: Take a bath
• Meditation
• Exercise #1: Concentration meditation
• Exercise #2: Chakra meditation
• Exercise #3: Guided meditation
• Other meditation types
• Mindfulness meditation
• Metta meditation
• Chapter 4: Practicing Mindfulness
• How mindfulness helps anxiety
• Mindfulness exercises
• Exercise #1: The Leaf Exercise
• Exercise #2: The Raisin Exercise
• Exercise #3: Mindfulness meditation
• Exercise #4: Mindful seeing
• Exercise #5: Five Senses
• Chapter 5: Changing Negative Thought Patterns
• The power of positive thinking
• Exercises for positive thinking
• Exercise #1: Thought challenging
• Exercise #2: Reframing
• Exercise #3: Practicing gratefulness
• Exercise #4: Focusing on your strengths
• Exercise #5: Metta meditation
• Why self-compassion is so important
• Chapter 6: Dealing With Anxiety and Panic Attacks
• Intentionally triggering anxiety
• Managing anxiety attacks
• Chapter 7: Nutrition and Exercise
• Why diet matters
• Foods that can trigger anxiety
• Why exercise matters
• Types of exercise to consider
• Chapter 8: Talk Therapy and Medication
• Considering therapy
• Anxiety apps
• Considering medication
• And so much more!