Stomach anxiety, digestive issues and mental and emotional challenges often go hand in hand. Today we’re diving deep into the mind body connection and how we can begin to find true and lasting relief from such anxiety symptoms. Enjoy!
Embark on a transformative journey with anxiety recovery expert Dennis as he unravels the intricate connection between the mind and body in the latest episode, “Conquering Stomach Anxiety: A Deep Dive into Emotional Healing.”
Dennis opens up about his personal battle with stomach anxiety, shedding light on the tightness, hyperventilation, and dizziness that plagued him. He challenges common misconceptions about ‘normal’ breathing, paving the way for a broader understanding of anxiety symptoms.
Delving into the emotional realm, Dennis encourages listeners to establish a profound emotional connection with their physical struggles.
At the core of this connection lies the stomach, the seat of the instinctual fight or flight response. By fostering this emotional link, Dennis empowers individuals to seek internal healing rather than external answers.
The episode unfolds with a detailed exploration of five emotional connections to stomach anxiety. From holding in nourishment to the fear of the new, Dennis provides actionable solutions, emphasizing self-love, curiosity, and trust in change.
Dennis advocates for the exploration of new ideas, drawing parallels to the curiosity of a cat. This curiosity, he asserts, can transform fleeting thoughts into belief systems, reshaping one’s mindset and fostering resilience against anxiety.
Dread takes center stage in the discussion, with Dennis proposing imagery exercises as a solution. He guides listeners away from a life of prevention, encouraging them to embrace change through vivid mental exercises like skydiving and bungee jumping.
The fear of the new is tackled, with Dennis urging conscious acts over unconscious resistance.
By focusing on the positive outcomes of new experiences, individuals can overcome anxiety’s grip and initiate lasting change.
Closing the episode with passion, Dennis emphasizes the need for a broader perspective in the healing journey. He challenges listeners to break free from narrow thinking, declaring that survival is not enough—it’s time to thrive and realize that they are more than anxiety.
Embark on this insightful exploration of conquering stomach anxiety, where Dennis guides you toward emotional healing and a life free from the constraints of anxiety.
Podcast Episode Outline
- [00:00] Introduction to personal experiences with stomach symptoms of anxiety
- [00:32] Recognition of the misconception that hyperventilating is normal breathing
- [01:11] Making an emotional connection to physical sensations
- [01:31] Stomach as the seat of instinctual fight or flight response
- [02:02] Digestive problems linked to an inability to fully digest new ideas
- [02:35] Five emotional connections to stomach symptoms of anxiety
- [03:04] #1: Holding in nourishment and its impact on self-worth and relationships
- [04:01] Solution: Self-hugs and helping others to nourish oneself
- [05:02] #2: Inability to digest new ideas and the metaphorical significance
- [06:01] Solution: Explore new ideas deeply to turn them into belief systems
- [07:03] #3: Dread connected to the fight or flight response and preventive living
- [08:04] Solution: Use imagery to practice letting go and trusting in change
- [09:38] #4: Fear of the new and avoidance of change
- [11:32] Solution: Focus on positive outcomes of new experiences and act on them
- [13:38] #5: Inability to assimilate the new, overwhelmed by tasks
- [15:38] Solution: Simplify the healing process with small daily actions
- [16:32] Empowering solutions: Importance of conscious acts and actions
- [18:03] Encouragement to embrace change and step out of comfort zones
- [18:31] Broad perspective for tackling anxiety symptoms
Anxiety Guy Quotes for Social Media
- “Anxiety isn’t just a mental battle; it’s a physical journey too. Let’s explore the stomach symptom together.”
- “Emotional connection to physical sensations can guide us to internal healing. It’s time to look within, not just outside.”
- “Digestive problems and anxiety go hand in hand – linked to an inability to fully digest new ideas. Let that sink in.”
- “Fear of the new is common in anxiety. Focus on the good that can come from new experiences. Act consciously.”
- “Conscious acts and consistent actions drive change. It’s time to stop kidding ourselves and step into change.”
Share your biggest ‘more than anxiety moments’ from this podcast on stomach anxiety in the comment section below.
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I just started with the anxiety guy and have been following his YouTube for awhile. He has helped me significantly and I’ve only just begun! Can’t wait to see how the next few weeks work out
I look forward to you being the next anxiety success story Bree, enjoy the Youtube videos and keep us updated. Much love.
Really appreciate your time and effort to help us from recovering anxiety. Thank you so much Dennis.
So very welcome Shajid and thank you for sharing such a kind comment it means so much to me. Keep up the anxiety progress.
Dennis is a complete life saver! When ever I’m feeling anxious I am Able to listen to him and his advice and apply it and get through anything!
How amazing to hear this Caitlin, I feel blessed to be able to help you with the anxiety recovery journey, keep up.
My health anxiety you have helped tremendously with your podcasts and tools Letting go I listen too everyday and also I follow your advise yo keep strong
Nice to hear Loretta thank you for sharing, and don’t forget to subscribe to the health anxiety podcast on Apple it is a valuable resource for health anxiety recovery. Take good care.
Amazing, incredible, powerful. Dennis is by far my biggest inspiration and role model in my life and I can’t thank him enough for how understanding and compassionate he is. I could go on all day about the positive impact Dennis has had on my life personally, he really has helped me with some of my deepest and darkest times in my life.
Kindest words I could hear and I am so blessed to have your trust to help you with your own anxiety healing journey. Much love to you Ashley.
Hi, my name is Fayeza and I am here to share my experience using anxiety programme, first of all thanks to Dennis, for introducing such a vast major program on anxiety, listening to podcast and the lessons in an anxiety programme I feel really grateful because it’s helping me to know my worth and feel at ease, the programme is helping me everyday to cope with anxiety positively and help me feel safe in my surroundings, I am able to walk and talk again, I feel so supported and loved, my confidence is coming back and I feel very passionate about the future now. I feel at ease,
Thank you Dennis, once again for an amazing work that you do for HSP like me ♥️♥️
Much love,
Fayeza
This is the kind of anxiety success story I love hearing. Thank you for sharing Fayeza it will give others hope and drive to turn anxiety around for good.
Since I started having panic attacks regularly in April of last year, I have tried so many different avenues to help myself. I then began a spiral where I couldn’t even be alone without having debilitating panic attacks. I went to the emergency room at least 3 times a week because I truly thought I was dying. Whenever I am feeling anxious and throughout my days, I listen to his podcasts. I started from the very beginning and have listened to almost all of them. Next, I will be purchasing the program because if the podcasts help me this much, I know the program will benefit me tremendously. I can’t thank The Anxiety Guy enough!
I look forward too guiding you through one of the programs Amy thank you for sharing and much love.
Dennis is amazing and has helped me tremendously. One unique thing about him is that he has been there, done that. He understands anxiety and of the symptoms that come along with it. He teaches you how to respond to it and gives you the tools needed to overcome your struggles. I can’t thank him enough for being a lifesaver!
So very welcome becky and thank you so much for the kind words. Forward together 🙂
The Anxiety Guy has helped me so much with his audios and YouTube videos the past couple months, they have got me through some really difficult times I didn’t think I would be able to get through. 🤍
Kind words Jessica much move to you.