STOP The Cycle Of Symptom Checking (THIS IS IT)

[@TheAnxietyGuy1]

It's time to stop managing your anxiety symptoms and start healing today: theanxietyguy.com/all-programs/

[@lacygorman9154]

Your channel is very helpful. I have bad anxiety and PTSD. The symptoms hit me out of nowhere and I usually don't know why. Thanks for the information. You helped me.

[@SusanMeyer-p2v]

Hi there , I was diagnosed with a thyroid nodule and had hyperthyroidism symptoms . I had AF apparently caused by my thyroid. I have since had RAI treatment and my thyroid is now ok but I still worry about it and most days suffer from nausea !! I bought an Apple Watch to keep check of my symptoms but think that makes me more anxious… Susan Luxembourg

[@holly4686]

"When the mind gets out of the way the body heals itself".... Absolutely, happens every time. Another great offering, thank you....❤️

[@TheAnxietyGuy1]

Thank you, sending blessings your way.

[@Fireguy65]

I go through cycles of feeling fine, for long periods even. And then the crippling health anxiety comes back, always abruptly. Each time it comes back it feels like the panic is worse than before. Every time, however, I make a point to start listening to your videos, and your videos are always the thing that builds momentum for me recovering again.

[@samanthatrenchik341]

I relate to this so much. I’m currently going through this right now. Why does it seem so much worse everytime? I don’t understand and the physical symptoms make it hard to live

[@johncantu4421]

​@@samanthatrenchik341 It might be worse every time it returns because of the fear of the fact that it is back? Just a theory on my part. Just never forget you always have your mental toolkit that you use when the anxiety flares up, and never forget that you and life are more than anxiety!

[@allardwestenbrink2085]

This is truly my main problem. This video came at the right moment. Trust and let it be. My learning phase! Thank you Dennis.

[@TheAnxietyGuy1]

I'm really enjoying your comments thank you for the feedback, let's keep up the progress.

[@tullyogallaghan]

Me, too. Exhausting for sure. Mine starts first thing in the A.M. when I'm the most vulnerable - day ruined!

[@swalehanwar1567]

So i should think outside not inside ,

[@AGermanMan]

Your points on trust is just about as amazing as it can get. When I truly started to trust, way down deep within myself that I am a healthy person - I could literally feel the anxiety and stress melt away. From - I don’t think I’m breathing correctly, chest pain, dizziness, etc sending me to lvl 10 panic and checking in on myself to paying no more attention to these bodily sensations as I would a hiccup or an itch. Thank you for being an amazing guiding light for all those folks out there suffering. And to each of you, trust someone who suffered for over a decade with health anxiety, you will find your way through and wow is life just great.

[@TheAnxietyGuy1]

Thank you for these inspirational words, they will speak to many, much love.

[@desb9639]

This is so reassuring to read, I've been suffering with health anxiety about swallowing and breathing for about 5 years. The panic has subsided but the habit of constantly checking in on my eating is still there all the time. I'd love to be able to break the cycle. Thank you.

[@tiny44420]

I’ve been in fight or flight for a week over perceived health concerns, thank you so much for this

[@TheAnxietyGuy1]

Very welcome, glad the video spoke to you.

[@cbirnbaum8584]

Highly recommend "Help and Hope for Your Nerves" by Claire Weekes. Wasted so much money on therapists about my fight or flight. Not one therapist just laid out what was happening, which gives some relief. You still need to practice, but the tools are there.

[@sagebun]

No wonder the symptoms are stronger when I'm not doing anything else and too fixated on the sensations. On busy days, they're not as noticeable yet I still always try to check in. Everything in this video is just what I needed. Will constantly listen to this and apply the techniques. Thank you again Sir.

[@TheAnxietyGuy1]

Thank you so much for your donation, blessings to you.

[@productreviews691]

Yep exactly like me friend. Your not alone.

[@pcarr51]

Omg! You nailed it! This is what I told my therapist. As long as I'm super busy I don't seem to have anxiety as much but .......omg let .e have nothing to do and bam!!!!

[@mels11592]

Biggest epiphany halfway through: that I scroll on my phone to try to escape the symptoms. Never realized that's why I do it.

[@deityselah]

I do this too

[@with_mee]

After reading your comment. I do this too.

[@elainehewitt6813]

that’s why soooo many people are addicted to their phones now.

[@laurabarrass8335]

Me too!

[@BethJewis]

I do it too

[@cheryldailing1294]

Holy hell... bawling my eyes out. This is IT! It just struck me that this is another form of hypervigilance. Whenever said" the act of checking in makes us think we are predicting ourselves from the worst.." it made TOTAL sense ❤

[@TheAnxietyGuy1]

Glad it spoke to you, keep up the insights and clarity.

[@TheMand1974]

This video spoke to me. I constantly look out for my dizziness, especially in the mornings. You have been a god send to me, made me understand why this anxiety and depression is taking over my life. Thank’s to your program I am getting there, slowly, but going in the right direction. Thank you for everything you do for us all, you are truly amazing.

[@TheAnxietyGuy1]

Keep up with the program, your path is set now and much love.

[@danielleizzo4044]

Omg are you sure you aren’t me!??? I do the exact same thing about the same symptom. How are you now doing ????

[@lindy977]

I was recommended to watch The Anxiety Guy. It's absolutely amazing how remarkably accurate this man is when it comes to my Anxiety and he's very relatable and likeable too. I had very bad brain fog and although it's gone (I am SO GRATEFUL 🙏) now I'm constantly obsessing about my brain recovering and my energy levels. I'm improving daily. I just have to trust myself that I'm going to get there.❤

[@sweetMK20]

“You’re not taking care of yourself by checking yourself all the time” That really spoke to me. TRUST!!!! Thank you Dennis😊

[@TheAnxietyGuy1]

Glad it spoke to you.

[@christielove448]

Thank you. I’m in the mist of healing. You are helping me. If I could afford to pay for your programs I would. Due to anxiety I’m struggling even going to work. Much love

[@kayladewaard4019]

"We feel like we are protecting ourselves when in truth we are just wasting a lot of time and energy." ❤ this is where I'm at. Realizing that i have made a lot of progress but keep getting stuck...and its because of fear. Ive been writing truth affirmations, things like God is my Creator and Healer, I let go and trust Him completely. God has a good plan for my life. I let go of fear and move forward in Faith. Its amazing how the survival protection mechanism is so strong and overrides what we want...but even that shows you we are wired for living. But it gets twisted and keeps us from truly living. Working on letting go more, surrendering and trusting God and His good design of my body, that is created to heal and renew and move into homeostasis all by itself. Trying to give myself grace and time for the full shift to happen. ❤❤❤

[@TheMotivationMan10]

This is a blessing. This is what I’m trying to beat / work through. It’s worst for me in the mornings . Idk why. I body scan way too much but I’m trying to break that habit and focus on positive things.. and accept that they are literally just thoughts . And to try and live my best life anyway.. for anyone who is healing from/ still going through health anxiety… you are not alone. Ever . Keep fighting and God will show you the way

[@TheAnxietyGuy1]

Thank you for these inspirational words, keep up the progress.

[@TheMotivationMan10]

@@TheAnxietyGuy1thanks so much, and for what you do

[@dannielynne5740]

The aggravation for Me is it being so obvious none of these horrible symptoms happen when preoccupied but when alone or silent the symptoms are Loud.... My favorite moment is the explanation of observing as you would with your child ....because I am the Mom afraid for my kids to do anything. Never realized it was my own fear and anxiety...operating from my own trauma trying to protect them from everything. What a cycle...

[@christiantwyman]

it’s something that you’re doing not who you are, this literally saved me omg thanks so much!

[@dan-tg7yc]

Your teachings are so helpful my anxiety goes down day to day. I hear your voice in my head if I begin to spiral take a breath and utilize one of your skillsets. It is really about doing the work but you help me to break it down and make progress.

[@TheAnxietyGuy1]

Thank you for sharing, I remember my own mentors voice in my head during my darkest days with anxiety and it always got me back on track and kept me from feeding into the fear.

[@debrawittlinger1282]

This is all very good stuff. Learned something new today.😊

[@MrMunster66]

Wow dude you nail everything that I feel like but no doctor or KZbin person has ever addressed! I’ve had super long bouts of nausea lost tons weight, etc… always diagnosed as bad stomach- now thanks to some great doctors the last time made me realize it was an anxiety issue. But even since then I haven’t found someone to make sense of it. You seem to have done this!!! Thanks man!

[@TheAnxietyGuy1]

So very welcome, and thanks for honestly sharing your experience my friend.

[@ziadahmad531]

Love you brother, and appreciate sharing your thoughts and experience with us for free. Reaching good quality counseling service has been changed to a dark business, all they need is money. Thank you, thank you, thank you. Your videos are priceless. I listen to your videos twice a day, before I sleep and after I wake up. Exactly like medicine. And I feel the difference.

[@TheAnxietyGuy1]

Much love, keep up the progress

[@screamstation]

The idea that our lower self creates symptoms in order to check in on them is extremely powerful. That revelation along with our choice to trust our body are the two key points from this video. Great!

[@TheAnxietyGuy1]

Thanks for sharing your insights.

[@beachblondesummer3461]

This is very powerful, I am struggling with checking in on myself. Really appreciate the deep dive into this, just what I needed. Thank you for giving this information. I will start doing this today

[@holly4686]

Biggest epiphany so far: Checking in with symptoms constantly especially the mornings or when I am headed out of the safety of my home to do anything. Making sure I'm ok, I always am. Looking forward to second half of this video to learn how to stop it doing this...

[@TheAnxietyGuy1]

Trust, trust in life, trust your body, trust in letting go and keep up with my surrender session videos.

[@Heka_Tee]

The reason you are constantly checking your symptoms and "fighting" them is because you haven't developed a SKILL to not to do that. It's not about realizing anything on mental level but simply practicing/improving your ability to LET GO. Letting go is just regular MEDITATION, where you take attention INTO YOUR BODY, into YOUR SYMPTOMS and OBSERVE them, simplicity itself. The more you do this the more you teach your system (body+mind) that there is no need to constantly check in/fight with your symptoms. This is the most effective yet simple way to rewire your brain to NOT get anxious about anxiety, as time goes you will start to automatically take your attention to other things, like outside world or whatever interests you. Just 20 mins session per day is enough though, don't try to practice this like 8 hours per day or it might have opposite effect. Denni's surrender session videos are great for that, which pretty much tell you to take your attention into your body and watch them as they appear, don't judge them with your mind. What has helped me is to try to describe my symptoms like: "this is tingly sensation in my hand, which goes all the way from my forearm to my fingers. If it had color it would be blue, the edges of this feeling are hard to find and feeling is not always as strong as time goes on, now it seems to be getting a bit stronger. This is fine though, I'll allow it to change and do whatever it wants to do, it is simply my own energy." Lastly it usually takes several weeks or few months for huge changes and this practice is best done when you are FEELING ANXIOUS. If you try surrender sessions when you are not even anxious then it won't teach your system that much. Of course it is harder to pull off when you feel super anxious but in this sense anxiety is always possibility! Also do not expect surrender sessions to make you feel better, because that is not the point here, the point is to make peace with this feeling/these symptoms that we have fought so much in the past. 😉

[@holly4686]

@@TheAnxietyGuy1 Trust is such a big word. I trust the people I am learning from, I trust other professionals, family etc however I find difficulty in trusting myself. All part of the process. The Surrender sessions are amazing. Thank you...

[@holly4686]

@@Heka_Tee Thank you for your input, wishing you well on your journey.

[@Matadorpoker]

This is very true, the more I go on google and KZbin the more tired I get and the more anxiety happens. It has really stop me from doing my normal day to day. All I want to do is lay down and research things out of my control. I need to stop doing those things.

[@TheAnxietyGuy1]

A great realization for anyone really.

[@JBDWhit]

I’ve been struggling so much but I feel like I was meant to find these videos. I’ve watched so many and already feel it’s having an effect. Thank you so much ❤

[@PanickedMomma]

Your content is literally spot on!! I been binge watching your videos all week!! Your voice is soothing and comforting! So happy to see you got well and helping other’s!

[@TheAnxietyGuy1]

Thank you so much!!

[@rudytheking3612]

I'm also going through anxiety and depression due to the passing of my mom and 2 brothers and sister, but I'm still trying to control my anxiety, everything your saying it's all me about the symptoms. I just want to sleep all day 😢 and I feel like I'm letting myself go,as a girl I always use to fix myself up now I don't, 😔, thank you anxiety Guy, Happy Holidays!

[@s.d.a.d.r8538]

Sorry for that 🥺🥺🥺

[@productreviews691]

I always was a distracter before I started my healing journey. Trust me friends you have to do the work. The phone scrolling was definitely me.

[@tullyogallaghan]

That is reassurance seeking. Hope to find something that says what we're worrying about is insignificant. Whew!

[@productreviews691]

@@tullyogallaghan I've become better health anxiety. I'm in the stage where Dennis discusses where The body in the inner self tries to keep you in that same state. To find something to keep holding you back

[@Billyshay]

Thank you for all you do!!!!

[@TheAnxietyGuy1]

So very welcome and thank you for the comment.

[@bcat8619]

Thanks for this video ❤ Everything you have said is so true! It maybe more difficult in the beginning but it gets much easier as time goes on. The key is not to give in or give up. Appreciate your solutions as well. You are an amazing person!

[@adamant5550]

What a timely video for me. I have been struggling with health anxiety for the better part of the last year.

[@TheAnxietyGuy1]

Glad it helped, let this channel be your guide and much love.

[@justangel2014]

Thank you Dennis. This is what I need to hear today. It helps me understand more about anxiety.

[@Vps3689]

Thank you for your videos! I was diagnosed with Generalized Anxiety 15 yrs ago given a benzodiazepine and nothing helped. I have a ton of health anxiety issues ruminating constantly. I focus on my heart beat all the time and I can’t relax. I can only sleep with medication. I focus on parts of my body and I have to buy heating pads that can stick to my body to distract myself. I literally don’t even like to touch anything for fear of contamination. Finally seeing a psychiatrist who diagnosed me with OCD -Health Anxiety. I am working on just pausing and relaxing. I also started inner child work! ❤

[@loriwelch9015]

I have been diagnosed with the same!!

[@lordeyyy21]

Hello thankyou for helping us my friend🙂

[@TheAnxietyGuy1]

Very welcome much love.

[@JamesMc-m7s]

The epiphany for me is to move toward new ideas and new directions and trust myself in the process. To stop looking back or checking my symptoms as if I'm seeking their approval.

[@Starlight11-11]

Wow this is an amazing video so helpful! I never thought I could understand what I was doing by constantly checking and worrying you opened my eyes to realize it’s not who I am it’s an old habit to feel “safe”. I’m so grateful for what you are doing for people like me who really need this ❤ thank you so much I will stick to this practice!

[@TheAnxietyGuy1]

Glad it was helpful! Keep up the progress.

[@anttipaasi5578]

I think this is my main problem still.. getting better with trust! its funny how hard it is

[@TheAnxietyGuy1]

Definitely, hope the video was insightful.

[@robertvogel6538]

Dennis you are truly the best on anxiety recovery. God Bless You my friend

[@TheAnxietyGuy1]

Kind words much love.

[@JulieLillie-d2z]

Dennis i watch this every day because it is really helping me I've never had it explained this way before 😊 checking in

[@TheAnxietyGuy1]

Great to hear!

[@stephenfarrow368]

Really enjoyed this video, hopefully I can get on the road to recovery,I am constantly checking my pulse and heartbeat,also as soon I get a pain or weird sensation I atomatically think something is or going to happen,it really does drag you down

[@cbirnbaum8584]

I feel I am finally on the right path. My biggest issue these days is driving. I get dizzy, feel my eyes are rolling back in my head like I am going to pass out. Even though I know I won't, it is frightening. Main trigger is switching my eyes focus, change in light. This causes a tingle in my brain, which starts the subconscious to go crazy.

[@leahzavodny6742]

i put myself in the hospital the other day due to me thinking i was having a heart attack, turns out i just had a severe anxiety attack. i’m so glad i came across your page and can’t wait to start my anxiety free journey and live the life i deserve 🥰

[@hazelluck4041]

The same thing happened to me, I had BP over 200/95 my heart rate was 122bpm I convinced myself I was having a heart attack but it was a panic attack and the worst one I have ever had, I ended up having beta blockers and medicine for high blood pressure but my blood pressure is normally fine and I don’t think my GP realises how severe my anxiety is.

[@leahzavodny6742]

@@hazelluck4041 yes!! my BP and heart rate were through the roof, i have been pretty consistent watching his videos and doing meditation and it’s already helped tremendously! i wish you the best !!🥹🫶🏼

[@essiedeleon5497]

Ive been busy for a awhile i miss your video dennis ...u are a big part of my healing🥰

[@rebeccaroche6361]

I just discovered your channel and you're describing so many of my experiences. Constant checking because I'm afraid to die - but in the meantime it's stopping me from embracing life. The 'hovering parent' analogy is really helpful!

[@TheAnxietyGuy1]

Enjoy the channel my friend.

[@chrisday1999]

Such a really helpful video,I've been suffering for years with health anxiety. I've got air hunger,I've been checked out by my doctor who says it's a form of anxiety breathing. Find myself trying to control my breathing, yawning, holding my breath all of which leads to more anxiety. I do find when I'm pleasantly occupied I forget it to a certain degree. I'm going to try the things you suggested in this video as they make so much sense. Anyone else suffer like this? Thank you Dennis hopefully I'll be able to put this into practice successfully. ❤

[@keleighsudbury146]

Epiphany: the mention of adrenaline rising in the unfamiliar - I mistake many symptoms, I jump to catastrophe rather than the most logical reason for the sensation. I then fixate on the sensation as they are often consuming and intense…I’m learning to try become the observer more 🙏💗

[@TheAnxietyGuy1]

Yes! The adrenaline pump will signal the body to become more symptomatic and it can come out of the blue. We can work with it, forward together.

[@TheBaze69]

Wow. You nailed this. Constantly checking my vitals on my smart watch. No more. To the drawer it goes

[@TheAnxietyGuy1]

Glad it spoke to you

[@TheBaze69]

@@TheAnxietyGuy1thank you Dennis. 🙏🏼

[@lynnpoley926]

Forty years of varying 'anxieties', of varying levels, from much childhood trauma, including sexual abuse, witnessing OR being the person dangled over a balcony around 4 years old, etc. This has slowly culminated to varying levels of fear of being around heights or high places. From that my self induced areas of 'safety' are decreasing in size while my 'protection' mode is increasing, to the point of little to no freedom of movement, when driving alone. The avoidance tactics and maneuvers make little to no sense, but they get me to work and the places I frequent, but no where else, alone. I've had the health anxieties, fear of death anxieties, and gotten mostly past them. But, this fear of being taken out of my own control(by what I'm not sure) and being forced/thrown off a bridge/building/high ditch etc, keeps me in constant awareness and hypervigilance of my daily path and how I get around my day. Does this work for phobias such as this? It has gotten to where even in the 'healing' is the now ever present tap on the shoulder, that if I 'heal' and let go of watching, controlling, and being worried, I will then be in grave, grave danger. How does one go about 'healing' when every, single fiber of your being is screaming at you that if you aren't in the fear/worry/watch, you're going to be in danger??

[@charlottesreadsthings211]

I'm experiencing health anxiety for the first time after I dealt with a chronic sinus infection that got misdiagnosed. It went on to become some of the worst pain i'd ever felt and I was convinced I was dying and no one cared. I recently, after several months got told it was clear but my ear problems persist so i'm on a wait for ENT. I've realised a lot of neurological stuff i'm experiencing is likely anxiety from how long that period of illness went on for that i've started having headaches that mimic sinus pain but as i've gotten a cold again and have that pain it's so hard to convince myself it's just anxiety manifesting because of my fears/focus on it and likely not something i need to rush off to the doctors for again.

[@productreviews691]

This was my first panic and anxiety and had a MRI. That's when I found Dennis. Have you tried Dr Neils sinus rinse. Purified water and Dr Neils helps a ton. I thought I was dying too. I went to the dentist constantly. The headaches are definitely stress related if you have been given the all clear.

[@productreviews691]

Keep listening to Dennis he helps a ton.

[@marthasisco9678]

Did you over come this is need to talk to someone

[@charlottesreadsthings211]

​@@marthasisco9678 I ended up with a diagnosis of FND and i'm currently waiting surgery on my sinus stuff. But i'm better at the checking. I action plan things so try to review unrelated symptoms in a months time then look at going the drs. Outside of that i remind myself of the action plan and practise redirecting and willfull tolerance x

[@marthasisco9678]

@@charlottesreadsthings211 its one nostril at a time at night what do I do

[@christielove448]

That I need to live outside my worries. And that it’s okay to be nothing. Trust our bodies. I don’t trust my body right now.

[@TheAnxietyGuy1]

Baby steps, thanks for sharing.

[@christwisted]

I'm going through a tough time just now with some health issues. I'm convinced they stem from these triggers. Thank you!

[@pcarr51]

"Break the state" I love this concept! Thst seems to be when I can start coming out of the spiral!

[@TheAnxietyGuy1]

Yes, a very important skill set that can be mastered.

[@ryanshomoh]

I never knew this is what I was doing but it makes absolute sense now.

[@JulieLillie-d2z]

I watch your channel every day Dennis goodness me checking in 🙏

[@TheAnxietyGuy1]

Keep up the progress :)

[@kaylaberry7983]

I check more of my mental state than my body but once I realize that I may not be feeling great mentally then the physical symptoms follow.

[@Caringsoul245]

Same here. Are you OK now or still going through this?

[@kimoTv1]

when you talked about exhaustion at 2 - 3 pm I thought to myself that you know what you are saying !! because literally every day at this time I am off duty and that is why I finished the video until the end.. Great Dennis, I will follow your advice.

[@jisellexox]

You have give me hope ❤

[@deborahburrows3282]

Yes, it’s been so bad I check daily. Even today when I feel reasonably ok it must be ptsd. I can’t get over ear crystals moving and spinning for months. I have etd. Who wants to go thru this. I’ve had it twice. If anyone out there has had BPPV and spinning then please tell me how you forget this after it’s happened…

[@KathrynRosener]

Wonderful video i am going through this now

[@valerie963]

The epiphany I just had at this point is that I check for my heart palpitations allll the time. This was what I realized at this point 10:41. Your videos are amazing and always come at the right time!

[@TheAnxietyGuy1]

Thanks for sharing!

[@gillianhedley5528]

This has been so powerful for me and I'm going to use these teqniques going forward thank you so much I'm going to keep listening to this till I brain wash myself with it😊

[@dzasta]

ive been battling anxiety and panic attacks for about 5 years now and had beaten it i thought for about 2 years. its recently in the last 2 weeks come back stronger and now im experiencing the nausea aspect that you are refering to... its absoluty terrible but Im glad I can relate to you and your struggles which shows there may be hope.

[@annbaker8217]

How did u beat it

[@dzasta]

@@annbaker8217 well my dr put me on ssri's and then also watched and listened to the anxiety guy's strategies and it made it easier. I had gotten lazy and stopped working on my anxiety because it had become a non issue for a few years but just recently I had a ressurgence of it and am back to working on it again and have been doing better now again.

[@dzasta]

another thing that I found has helped is talking to people who actually have anxiety and or panic attacks as they can relate to your problems and know what you are going through.@@annbaker8217

[@Ningishzidd4]

This makes sense, my mind is constantly trying to babysit my body. I should trust my body and let go.

[@chrisday1999]

I absolutely do give up to easily, it's like I start off with all good intentions but they fly out of the window when I notice a symptom. There are too many things I class as possible illnesses to list. It's like no I'm not going to scratch that itch,but the urge to check is so strong I have to scratch that itch. I will try to follow your instructions,they make so much sense. Bless you Dennis.❤

[@stardust8563]

I kept having health anxiety after a motorcycle accident that was tramatic, but i found you and it helped me so much ill forever be grateful. Then I found out i have several chronic illnesses and felt i was worried for a reason and didnt know it, that has thrown a wrench in my recovery because health anxiety came back with a vengeance its like i gave my brain the attention it wanted because i told it , it was right the whole time so it tells me to keep checking for everything because it was right before. But because ive been here since video #1 i still have the tools to keepnit at bay but sometimes i slack and it comes back and i give my brain the go ahead and tell me i should worry. Its hard this one.

[@stardust8563]

Because now I'm worried that I blew it off before and it was something so what if I blow it off again and it's serious. Although my logical mind tells me it's all health anxiety because I get anxiety and dizzy and feel like I can't breath and I check all over for a sign that it's not anxiety.. this cycle sucks. Because the validation I gave myself.

[@aliciamuniz5708]

"D-Love" This is Roger! That initial adrenaline pump is what starts everything for me. I do feel that checking in on myself will help or stop anything bad from happening. Crazy why this happens and my belief into it. I have always done this to myself for my entire life and have not let myself Trust or Check Out ever. I am always fixated internally instead of externally. When that adrenaline from the thought hits in the beginning, I get swallowed up and don't allow myself the chance you have explained in this video. Observing is key instead of reacting. I only react and do not observe. When that initial thought comes to mind, my body shoots with adrenaline and only one way thinking "FEAR" sets in and I get lost in my thoughts, feelings and emotions "Catastrophic Feelings and Doom" for myself. This has become my #1 habit and I must start to change this perception, etc. That new idea will make me feel vulnerable I know that, but like you said after the initial drop it will get easier. Its just taking the "Leap of Faith" so to speak. Almost like a roller coaster ride in my mind. Hope your doing well and thanks for speaking on this topic. This is definitely an Achilles for me!!!

[@TheAnxietyGuy1]

Much love to you Roger always puts a smile on my face your comments. 😄

[@dannielynne5740]

Thank you for your gifts. They are needed and appreciated ❤❤

[@marniebotelho4357]

My therapist diagnosed me with OCD because she says I'm fixated on my body symptoms and checking it.

[@حياةالحمداني]

I follow you from the Sultanate of Oman. You have helped me a lot. I am confident that I will recover soon

[@fwasonic]

October 27, 2024 Thank you so much!!

[@empatheticbeauty971]

This is what I have to do , gain trust in my body . The acting like a parent definitely helps because it does act like a kid throwing a huge tantrum

[@TheAnxietyGuy1]

Yes, direct the 7 year old within you in the way your intuition says it’s best. ❤️

[@ashokannarayanivijayan7440]

thanks Dennis

[@TheAnxietyGuy1]

You're welcome.

[@valerysimpson8039]

Thanks Dennis for everything

[@DukeRuy]

thanks for sharing your experience with it! appreciate it

[@TheAnxietyGuy1]

My pleasure!

[@captainjennifer]

Great video. Life can be hard! Things pile up. Stress makes for physical pain. Starting with a beginners mind is a great idea. Peel away the past and start this moment fresh. Of course, that idea has to repeat about 100 times in a day, but it goes down over time. Thanks for your videos.

[@TheAnxietyGuy1]

You’re welcome glad you’re enjoying the videos.

[@Ryu_Shotokan]

This man literally relaxed me on my lunch break i was jolted awake like oh man i just dozed off.

[@belindalohrer1414]

Yes I'm guilty of doom scrolling especially when new health issue comes up and it's fear of unknown. But today I get a thought right and I'm believing that fear. So I freak and the whole cycle starts over going on google and trying to prove fear wrong. Today a thought came but I know where it's gonna take me. Tempting but I'm like he'll no I want to stay in a place of peace. I don't have to have answer today. Most times I want to be doctor and get answer now. It feeds it. I want to wake up and distant myself from this dark place. With practice I think I will get stronger and more bravery. Dennis knows his stuff. If I can get the image of fearful me out of way I know I will grow. Thank u Dennis for compassion and keeping me balanced when I'm on a tight rope of fear

[@michelefinizio6520]

Thank you I love what you are saying this is exactly what I needed to hear instead of having all my energy focusing on my symptoms and pain I can spend my energy on being calm focusing on God and the things outside myself

[@NickPeters-eq8vp]

thank you for all your resources.

[@TheAnxietyGuy1]

My pleasure!

[@t.m.gmusic9771]

Yes I’m checking in way to much

[@LarhondaNolden]

Yes

[@FinleysFacts2017]

I have given up on everything in life.too easily but i need to take my life back ❤

[@trumpvlogs]

Keep obsession about haveing a heart attack. I keep checking my heart

[@breadbeads]

so glad i found this video. i have been checking my heart rate constantly for about a week now, and i start making myself nauseous and sweaty with worry if i think there’s something wrong. it’s been SO hard for me to stop doing it

[@TheAnxietyGuy1]

Glad it was helpful!

[@cristinahyman4193]

Omg me toooo..I’ve gotten this really bad habit of constantly checking my blood pressure, usually it’s good, but when I consciously know that I’m anxious I still go ahead and check it 😒 it’s obviously going to be high then I start panicking even more…it’s horrible and I REALLY want to leave this habit it’s not healthy for me nor my mind ..but it’s so difficult to just “Stop”.

[@shatteredgaming2378]

Yes i give up easily because I'm suffering so much and i can't cope anymore. I sit or lay on my settee all day, i don't move about my day, i can't function, I'm sat in my own physical pain

[@MelindaORegan]

Very informative video .thank you

[@TheAnxietyGuy1]

Very welcome

[@SusanMeyer-p2v]

Thank you

[@andrewturley1191]

Thanks again Dennis, it is something I am guilty of and appreciate your advice that I can put into practice

[@TheAnxietyGuy1]

Very welcome

[@kellyannenulty6120]

Wow i really needed to hear this today thank you

[@dertasimsek9646]

You are. Amazing Dennis ❤

[@TheAnxietyGuy1]

Wow, thank you!

[@FinleysFacts2017]

Being a symptom checker and holding myself being that way

[@TheAnxietyGuy1]

Many of us will be able to relate, sending blessings your way.

[@MrRazzDazz]

Anyone look into the thought that anxiety is an emotion like anger and sadness? This way of thinking has really helped me especially when I get a panic attack and sit through it. I can let myself know that it will pass the way anger and sadness does.

[@elenapena7020]

Thank you so much!

[@Abdihakem10]

Thank you very much.

[@ebonyjet9249]

Thank you so much for your videos

[@TheAnxietyGuy1]

You are so welcome!

[@jjxd3n_]

The slightest change in my perception has been able to shift my entire thought process, simply by focusing on the outside world or sensations of my body I can feel it silencing my mind. Although I feel my self shifting between inside self and presence, I am trying my best to focus on my presence. The touch of things, fabrics on the bottom of my feet, sensations I feel on my scalp I just got out the shower and I actually felt the water, I noticed the mist bounce off or the water trickling down my body. It made me realize how much of an easy fix anxiety is. Anxiety is not something that can be cured over night, but you’ve give me a foundation on where I can start. The only thing that I can say is that it’s difficult being consistent. You feel your mind trying to take over so you have to keep constantly fighting back, trying to shift your focus. Realizing that these are things that you should pay attention to. I have not been able to fully master this yet, in fact this is my first time watching this video. But I believe that if I can continue down this path I will be anxiety ridden in no time. I’ve been struggling with this for years and it’s finally given me a way out. This is literally a cure, thank you so much. I love you, you’ve helped me remember what I’ve forgotten.

[@strm3197]

brother, how are you feeling now. any update?

[@jjxd3n_]

@@strm3197 I feel a lot better honestly, it’s crazy because I forgot that I even made this comment but it explained my current situation a lot clearer. I’ve learned to remain calm under pressure and to focus on the sensations of my body or the things around me to ground myself. Changing my thoughts especially, I started to realize that it all begins with your thinking. And for the first time in my life I’ve been giving myself positive thoughts. I told myself that I loved myself last night and it felt almost wrong to do because I never do. I’m always so judgmental on myself or harsh or critical. I would blame it on the circumstances I’m in but the real problem was myself. The opinions I formed against myself that kept me limited. Realizing that and allowing myself to just be without me trying to control everything helped release me from the clutches. That and also changing my environment, I need to spend a lot more time working on myself with new people and even sobering up my mind. You can’t heal in the same environments that broke you, and you also can’t heal if you’re drinking poison or harming yourself. So if I truly want to show myself the ultimate form of self love, I need to do everything in my power to treat myself with utmost importance. As if I was someone worthy of being taken care of. So it’s a choice to want the best to come out of me. That’s all we can do in this time, what is the point of living if you are not all that you can possibly be? We all have so much potential in ourselves, I think it’s time I show mine. Thank you for asking truly, it means a lot🙏🏽 I pray that whatever situation you’re going through brings out strength from inside of you.

[@strm3197]

@@jjxd3n_ Good to hear that. God bless you brother

[@jjxd3n_]

@@strm3197 God bless you🙏🏽

[@marthasisco9678]

Help me with this

[@jairocruz968]

Thanks Bennett god bless you

[@Jazzybluemia]

Does anyone feel like phones have made their anxiety worse as they can google ASAP where as in the past you would not be able to etc or is this just me?

[@alicereed5368]

Omg yesssss,totally agree!

[@rodconboy2928]

Thank you your videos are helping me a lot

[@TheAnxietyGuy1]

Happy to hear that!

[@lorenzomata7162]

My cycle is checking my heart I have a habit of putting my hand on my chest when I'm driving laying down ill walk and sometimes stop to feel for my heart and sometimes I think about it alot when I'm working out it beats hard and fast I hate it