Stop Falling For Your Health Anxiety Symptoms!

[@TheAnxietyGuy1]

Freedom from anxiety begins today: theanxietyguy.com/inner-circle/

[@chrissym6278]

Hi I love your videos thank you so much for all the information. I want to know if you do any programs one on one? Or sessions and if so how do I sign up?

[@essaysbyken]

I actually had a highly treatable cancer, which spurred my health anxiety in remission. But I suffered more from the anxiety than I did the cancer. Sh*t is either going to happen or it's not - either way, life is too short to live with anxiety. So, when an intrusive thought says "you're going to die," just say back "you're right - I better not waste today in dread."

[@yoniwan2343]

Wow! This was so insightful! Hell yes!

[@RubenReyna-r5s]

I agree 😮

[@mitchgillilan]

The moment my severe health anxiety started to get better was when I started to ignore it, and stop giving the feedback loop in my mind more information/stimulation from all these crazy symptoms. It was extremely hard to do at first and I didn't believe it would work, but somehow I'm doing a little bit better every month after being completely non functional for a year. I had the worst symptoms too. They were very scary and real, but somehow I knew I had to turn the ship around and climb out of the hole I dug myself in. We can all heal from this, I believe everyone can if I can. 🙏 ❤

[@gevans5446]

Thanks for sharing this and giving us hope.

[@nshaunta2229]

I’ve been in a depression that past week because my health anxiety is so bad. Because I’m depressed it’s causing issues to my physical health, which I’m turn makes my health anxiety even worse, which makes the depression worse. It’s a terrible cycle & I need to get out of it 🥹

[@mitchgillilan]

@nshaunta2229 yes it is a cycle that perpetuates itself. I can relate 100% though

[@studioofstyles6585]

@@nshaunta2229it’s a terrible cycle, I’m been like this for years. I’m completely exhausted. How are you feeling now?

[@sarahmorales8116]

could you give an example of what kind of affirmations you would tell yourself/ practices to dismiss your physical symptoms and ease your mind? :(

[@AR-nk8sy]

I learned that it can be stopped. I pray for all suffering with health anxiety that we shall overcome and have peaceful days and restful nights.

[@exhater7820]

Am i the only one with this 'super power' that makes me feel new symptoms just by thinking about them

[@starryskies2808]

Nope you're not the only one I have it too and I wish it could dissappear

[@exhater7820]

Hily shit i created covid like real symptoms! And i tested negative wtf

[@PVAPlayy]

No, this is a natural part of anxiety. Fortunately, and unfortunately, you’re not the only one dealing with this.

[@fowziaazees2096]

Same here...and Im tired of it

[@Mrswilliams4112]

Nope! I feel like I have to pee often! And I’m scared I have diabetes! I’m so scared to go to the doctor because I just know they are gonna tell me I do! And it makes my anxiety worse! This cycle is vicious ! How do I stop

[@JFrombaugh]

I remember reading somewhere that if you only really notice your symptoms while you’re awake, rather than being woken by them, then chances are they’re related to anxiety rather than actually signaling something wrong.

[@kamekazetrout58]

Thanks. Needed this.

[@Gabster1990]

I still have health anxiety because I have been going through a mysterious illness that doctors can't diagnose. >_>

[@limsivinex201]

I have breasts pain for a while now. I don't know it's just me or what, the pain always comes when I am awake. The doctor told me I can examine them to see if my breasts are different but they are normal. I don't know what is wrong with me.

[@inbarmarkovitch3658]

@@limsivinex201I’m going through the same thing. Sensitive breasts and sharp stabs in the chest that only last like a second, but they come and go for hours . Ecg, echocardiogram and chest ct were all perfect so I know chances are it’s just anxiety but it bothers me sooo much

[@TheLiberaceTheory]

@@inbarmarkovitch3658I actually know a reason for this. Anxiety can cause muscle tension especially in the chest. There’s a related thing called “armoring” from trauma- your body tenses up in preparation to react to more trauma. All that muscle tension builds until you get these single-second shooting pains over and over again, especially in the chest, back, shoulders, arms…

[@GodisGreat1313]

I have been suffering from anxiety for the past 8 years from panic attacks, but now that I have started controlling the panic attacks, I am experiencing a lot of different feelings on my chest and stomach. I it's trying to stop me going to work and public places, but I am trying to keep going & not let the anxiety win over me. Thank you for your videos, your amazing 👏

[@TheAnxietyGuy1]

Much love, I’d recommend considering one of the more straight forward programs that you can find here: theanxietyguy.com/all-programs/ Take care.

[@kylieblackwell5318]

dennis please never stop posting these!! they help so much and keep me encouraged and motivated throughout the day!!

[@TheAnxietyGuy1]

Will do. 🙏❤️

[@timmaine3327]

Yes! Kylie.. buy the new book. So helpful.

[@khoneyblack3387]

I swea they gv us this courage feeling it’s like a reminder to what you knew however forgot in the mist of healing

[@atopontillas7222]

@@TheAnxietyGuy1 sir, why is it that everytime i think and fear of a particular disease, i will start to feel sensation or symptoms of it... one time i think of brain tumor i started feeling terrible headache, one time i think of heart problem then i started pain in my chest sometimes i think of lung problem i stated feeling short of breath, then i started fearing heart attack, i bagan feeling numbness in my arms and chest discomfort... please help me with this, my doctor and the lab results says im good but i kept feeling the symptoms... why is this?

[@shaam564]

We don't have any problem. That's for sure. 1000000% nothing wrong with us. We just became too anxious, sensitive and emotional

[@lizzismith626]

I never actually realised until now that other people with bad health anxiety also avoid talking to people, answering the phone or answering text messages, the last few weeks I’ve been too anxious to talk to anyone, and I thought that had a deep meaning behind it, where now I feel more comfortable knowing that other people do this also 🙏🏻❤️

[@leapingjoseph8462]

I have been doing this too for almost 2 years. Seems like your world gets smaller and smaller.

[@lizzismith626]

@@leapingjoseph8462 it really does doesn’t it? I barely even leave my room nowadays, it used to be my safe haven, and now it’s a prison 😔 so I understand that completely, our worlds get smaller and smaller

[@lucyalexandra.]

i’m the same :( it is comforting to talk to others in the same situation though, i’m working on it

[@firstladyj173]

You Nailed It ! Thank You🦋🦋🦋

[@leapingjoseph8462]

@@lucyalexandra. , sorry to hear that .and know that some of us care and understand. It is comforting to talk to others in the same situation.

[@dreamvex_5755]

I know when my anxiety symptoms aren’t real because my mind will be focused on a event happening in life. My mom was in the hospital for a little less than two week, this year and my mind was so focused on her, it wasn’t thinking about the any of my anxiety

[@carvedgirl]

i’ve been to the er twice and had a physical where they all did blood work and everything came back fine. i’ve been convinced i had cancer, was having a stroke, etc. it’s so draining especially when i’m only 17. no one seems to understand and people around me just say “ignore it” or “stop worrying so much” but i can’t?? my symptoms are still there and i’m so scared something is wrong. i’ve been recommended to go see a therapist but i have to wait some time before going. this anxiety is my first thought in the morning and the last thought when i go to sleep.

[@emilysevaaetasi4456]

i completely understand, im the exact same way!!! you are not alone

[@wassupg5272]

I’m 17 too and I’m going through this so bad too. I’m so convinced I have a brain tumor and it’s all I think about all day. Before thinking I had a brain tumor, I thought I 100% was having heart problems, and doctors checked everything and said I’m fine. Everyone also tells me that I’m overthinking or that it’s all in my head and to stop worrying but nothing helps. It’s all I think about from the moment I wake up, to the moment I go to sleep.

[@Siren_Eigha]

How are doing so far?

[@mayflower_jeme]

You are not alone

[@jacindaleslie500]

I feel the same way, youre not alone, morning, and night, randomly. Anxiety can cause very physical symptoms, its your nervous system! Very connected to your body. Try to do something distracting, stay hydrated and eat good make sure to exercise ( walk) these are a few things to reassure you that youre healthy and safe.

[@Ironcydeus]

This whole "questioning your inner child" philosophy is really interesting. I've been suffering with health anxiety going on a good month now and, in turn, delaying healing processes that normally happen within a couple weeks. When my wife and I discussed it, she put it down to me losing my Dad this year and now I can hear my inner child screaming out in fear. Thank you for this

[@charlottewalker7597]

I need to get over my health anxiety. I need my life back. I believe listening to you will get me there.

[@andrea4liberation]

I needed tough love to get out of this habit. My boyfriend reminded me of how many times I have gone to the Urgent care for things that resulted in nothing. I was mad at first but then finally broke the habit of rushing to seek medical attention for every sensation.

[@frankgarcia455]

Its ok, I have went to the hospital also for panic attacks. If you feel you need to go, then go, to reassure yourself. I suggest seeing a therapist for your anxiety. They can help you. No tough love, but be kind to yourself.

[@spookyoctober]

At 32 years old, I am finally learning to cope with my severe health anxiety for the first time in my life. Your words have been such a significant part of my journey. I'm nowhere near where I need to be, but the fact that I'm working on it is what's important. Thank you for your powerful insights; they are genuinely life-changing.

[@TheAnxietyGuy1]

Very welcome thank you, just replace the word cope with healing. ;) ❤️

[@studioofstyles6585]

@@TheAnxietyGuy1can I still have the lightheadedness, nausea throughout the day even if I’m not feeling anxious or depressed??

[@raghavendrashetty4583]

​@@studioofstyles6585I am also feeling this

[@HuffyDHufflelump]

Moment of clarity for me has to be the first 20 minutes and last 20 minutes of the day. I admit to body scanning first thing in the morning and some mornings not getting up until I feel the tension symptoms as if its an anchor sickly grounding me into "reality"

[@TheAnxietyGuy1]

Thanks for sharing.

[@aliciag.1243]

That is so interesting and I can relate. I'm learning thanks to Dennis's teachings we feel safer with what's familiar and the inner child is trying to keep us safe.

[@amie7387]

I can relate to this. It's so bloody tiring. I'm so grateful for these videos and knowing I'm not alone ❤️

[@izzystradlin3240]

Dude that’s sooo me everyday. I wake up and feel ok but then I ask myself why am I feeling ok? I’m supposed to feel tense and anxious about life and my health etc. Vicious circle.

[@samsandyhenderson5798]

I too wake up and if I don't feel anxious...it's like I start looking for it. Like where's it at...I know it's there? Ah! There it is! It's so stupid and exhausting. I can't break free from it. I have totally isolated myself. I feel like such a freak.

[@johnhiggins9601]

I healed my health anxiety through Dennis over a year ago and just recently started to revert back to having symptoms again. I’m back to get clarity and understanding so I can conquer it forever.

[@amie7387]

"The world needs you"❤️❤️❤️❤️ I teared up hearing that. Thank you for your wisdom I truely appreciate it.

[@InnerWorkWithEvan]

It's true!

[@amandasparks469]

Yes me too 💓💓

[@my1creation]

“One interpretation away” 🌬👂🏼☝🏽 👏🏽

[@TheAnxietyGuy1]

Imagine that idea becoming habitual, the possibilities...

[@amaliadrakou6630]

Im just 14 years old and i feel like that every day headaches, chest discomfort, trouble swallowing, fast heartbeat, muscle tension, eating problems, digestive problems currently thinking i have heart problems even though i know my heart is perfectly fine. Its really bad but im trying to recover and get those thoughts out my head videos like yours help me a lot knowing im not alone

[@iaminsfiredbytrustfration8502]

i'm turning 15 tmrw and i feel that i have melanoma even tho in my race it's rare

[@mitchgillilan]

I have same symptoms as you. exact same. . Took me 6 months to learn and accept that its health anxiety and not some scary disease or health problem. It feels so real its terrifying, the symptoms are so hard to ignore, but im getting much better after a year of absolute hell. I pray for you that you can get better and one day this will be behind you. It is possible to get back to happiness and be symptom free! 🙏

[@studioofstyles6585]

🙏🏾🙏🏾🙏🏾for all of you

[@ssss-io5ct]

This is sad..you guys need to take a break from social media snd get outside!!❤

[@sophiepegler5393]

I needed to hear this video right now I'm currently in health anxiety crisis, I lived a childhood in fear, sexually abused by my step father, this video makes so much sense thank you so much

[@nicoletiana]

I find so much comfort in these kinds of videos about health anxiety. Everytime im anxious and im struggling, ill play your videos and end up falling asleep with so much peace.. god bless you!!!!!!!! you truly have a gift being on here, sharing your perspective and knowledge.

[@lisaannie1]

Moment of clarity is when you said take the reassurance but keep it at bay and don't chase it all day.

[@dominionn09]

My thoughts can actually make the sensations I think . Think about nausea..it happens. Think about palpitations..same. It’s actually quite interesting and I’m trying to look at this this way and explore and be curious as opposed to see it as dangerous

[@stacielivinthedream8510]

OMG I JUST REALIZED I HAVE THIS! I had no idea others were like me!!!! I didn't know there was a name for it!!!! I thank God for finding you!!!! I'm feel hope!!!! I'm a warrior!!!! Let's do this!!!!

[@amandasparks469]

You are not alone 💓

[@lukad332]

I currently have digestive issues and pain in my lower abdomen and i'm scared and thinking of the worst case scenarios at times - my brain going full throttle .. did this a couple of times and am mindfull of it. Am working on it 🔥

[@Cabbiedriver7]

Same, can’t figure out if my anxiety is causing it or if my stomach is causing it

[@terrihallmon5916]

We always tend to think the worst case scenarios to prepare … no need … Think instead of the Best case scenario ❤

[@musselmanmedia5236]

@@Cabbiedriver7 schedule a GI doctor and get checked! it doesnt hurt to know your ok inside

[@merelsdw6059]

I wish I saw this video way earlier but I'm glad that I've stumbled across it right now. Your words made me cry so much, especially at the end. Everyday I worry so much about my health and many other things, sometimes it even feels like I'm going crazy because it never stops. I've thought many times about giving up because the journey to heal always seemed to hard for me, but your words really encouraged me and I finally feel a little bit understood. So thank you so much. Please keep on doing what you do, you're helping many many people 🤍

[@prettyannita3881]

Omg....thanks Dennis...i have been going in sane thinking am going crazy and will be taking to a mental ward because i was diagnosed of postpartum depression and anxiety..i keep checking if my brain is normal😭😭..thanks the world truly needs you🙏🙏♥

[@dmagyo6631]

So glad I found these videos last year when I thought I was going insane and almost checked myself into a mental hospital. Now I’m so at ease I fall asleep as soon I become relaxed lol thanks again Dennis!

[@generalismoquabablinotheth5902]

Google is the enemy 😂

[@joandehnert1115]

Dr Google does not have a medical degree..

[@adylan612]

Promise one time? I googled how to heal a hang nail and had search results on finger cancer... I was like "Are You KiDDiNG mE!?!?"

[@PVAPlayy]

YES

[@aslynnhallett7542]

Yes

[@generalismoquabablinotheth5902]

@siiddzz the cause and cure of many illnesses 😄

[@moniquebates7800]

Just the fact that I have the power, to choose a familiar reaction that leads to heightened symptoms or choose to respond with speaking to myself and approaching my inner child with compassion and understanding 💚

[@TheAnxietyGuy1]

Love it.

[@olatunjizainab7465]

@@TheAnxietyGuy1 as for me my health anxiety spike my blood pressure and when i see the reading it worsen my fear the more and the reading is not going down the way it should be despite the high blood pressure pills i was given, and am always scared of going to the doctor, because am always scared of all the symptoms aroud my body and always in a state of fear and l'm tired ,my kids needs me my husband need me i truly need this healing so i can be my self again.

[@Betterlatethannever75]

Oh my gosh, I am so happy to have found you. I have been dealing with so much health anxiety the past months and listening to you has given me a lot of hope that I can go through this.

[@crashoverride9811]

Thank you so much for your videos! I have been struggling with severe health anxiety for over a year now and it is absolutely debilitating. It has put a stop to everything I once loved to do. I can't go out with friends anymore or even on a date with my wife without my anxiety tagging along and ruining it. I'm seeing a therapist as well, but your videos have helped me so much and have given me the hope and courage to face it and heal from it.

[@TheAnxietyGuy1]

You’re so very welcome, please share with anyone else in need. 🙏❤️

[@wilhelminaasenstorfer4549]

Wilhelmina from Australia I watch you every day. I am 91. You help so much thank you

[@emmanuelvaz5240]

Your KZbin channel has helped me overcome a lot of my panic attacks. I was suffering for 45 days and after getting a complete health check up done and getting normal results I have been able to overcome it by at least 75%. Yes I do get it every now and then mostly towards the evening jus Tilke right now I got a sever panic attack here in I was finding it difficult to breathe because of which I just purchased an oximeter to check my oxygen level and my pulse rate and it is Normal🤦‍♂️ I hope all of us overcome this so that we can live our lives without overthinking

[@stevenbryant8149]

Glad I'm not the only one who has used the pulse oximetre to remind myself I am breathing and there's nothing wrong with me.

[@Saxtactical89]

I’ve done that too!!

[@johithjeswithatirumulasett5035]

Same I too cheking pulse oxmeter daily

[@r.sandhu8391]

Hey how are you now. And was your heart rate normal?

[@mistersheen9365]

All I will say people is please don't become reliable on the pulse oximeters, Happened to me. I had to end up giving it away to a friend lol...too much external reassurance for me when what I needed was internal reassurance I was perfectly fine

[@protecthumanity]

You are the best! I always send people to your resources.

[@deftonesfairy]

Same!💟

[@TheAnxietyGuy1]

Grateful. 🙏🙏🙏

[@Ace_BlickyTV]

I am a truck driver and I had two episodes of vasovagal pre syncope followed by panic attack while driving. I was able to pull over and get myself together but it was dreadful and now I am suffering from extreme anxiety that something is wrong with my heart. I was on EKG for 6 hours no signs of any arrhythmia or anything full blood panel and urinalysis with nothing wrong. This sucks.

[@brittanymedlong1219]

Dennis, I am so incredibly thankful for you! I’m currently reading F*ck coping and start healing and watching/listening to your videos and podcast. Clarity for me from this video is definitely what’s going on the first and last 20 mins of my day. I’m too attached to social media 😳. I’m slowly swapping out social media with good books! Thank you for all you do!

[@TheAnxietyGuy1]

Grateful. 🙏🙏

[@sweetp8050]

Wow.. this post speaks to me. I have been dealing with this on and off for a while. Can’t believe there are others going through this .. looking forward to watching more of your videos ..

[@ihyho]

I read your book in 1 day.... so much truth to it. Just need to take the first step in the doing part now...

[@captianfun00]

Trust yourself man and tell yourself that your fine and nothing's wrong... you can do this I've recovered from this very fast tbh

[@ashleygriffin3926]

Thank you. This hits home speaking about the inner child. I grew up a rough childhood now grown and a mom myself but suffer with awful health anxiety. Praying for healing. Hoping I can make overcome this.

[@danielleizzo4044]

I’m with you. Im trying to figure out the connection of the inner child protection and now health anxiety. I have let health anxiety control my life. And being a mom is even harder having this.

[@denisebaldwin4841]

I agree 100% having health anxiety with children is so difficult

[@chrisbenj3819]

This is all very great and true. The amount of symptoms fear and anxiety can bring on are endless. Anything from a stomach ache to your skin doing all sorts of weird shit. The whole key like you said is to stop the reaction and the brain stops. Nervous system stops

[@iinferuslunitaa3169]

I felt pins and needles even before my panic attacts and now that my anxiety is severe, I get itchiness and pins and needles and am scared of diabetes as it is a symptom of diabetes as my mom suffered and passed away due to it

[@cmax4488]

This video opened my eyes to a lot. My inner child definitely wants to keep me at home. I gotta get out and get my life back.

[@mcolandrea1972]

Loved loved loved the 3 questions. They may remain unanswered because I truly cannot think of a “why”. The reasons have been unusful and damaging for far too long but just asking yourself these 3 questions each day can change your mindset cause it truly allows you to see that indeed I’ve been stuck all this time and there is no logical reason for it! I cried over his last sentence “we are one interpretation away...”💕 with so much suffering I’ve been going through I’m truly going to hang my hat on that and hope I stumble upon it soon...❤️with huge thanks. I stumbled upon your site this morning and I believe for a reason.

[@peterstanghellini393]

My road to recovery was difficult. Lots of setbacks. I continue to heal each day. Words and thoughts impacted me through my journey. Dennis helped me develop the right mindset and perspective. My first step to recovery was acknowledging that I had health anxiety and not a something else. Everyone is in different stages on their personal recovery. I continue to heal and try to be the best version of me that I can be

[@regina2238]

I've actually forgotten that I have many aspects to myself while giving my anxious voice more and more power over everyday. Wow what insight!

[@leapingjoseph8462]

Not sure I understand your comment? Sorry.

[@Rookslife]

@@leapingjoseph8462 I feel same the same so many I can explain this. It’s almost like you get so focussed on your anxiety and physical symptoms and issues that you forget who you are or other aspects of your life. Whether it’s old hobbies. Particular things you liked doing or places you used to go or talents you have. Or things you’ve done in the past. None of that is in your awareness. I mean I have weeks where it’s like I forgot I can even play and instrument. And because of that I don’t think about playing it. And because I don’t think about playing it, it prevents me from playing it which Denys me the opportunity to get interested or distracted playing it. It’s almost like the anxiety doesn’t want to know there are things about you other than anxiety because of you remember there is and start acting on it then you might get rid of the anxiety and of course that isn’t what your anxiety wants you to achieve it wants you to stay stuck.

[@leapingjoseph8462]

Regina, I think I understand now.

[@leapingjoseph8462]

@@Rookslife , you explained it perfectly. The anxiety and physical symptoms take over your life and you stop doing the things you used to love doing. I loved playing musical instruments, art, exercise but now it seems as if anxiety doesn't want me to do any of this. Let's hope we can get well again. Good luck.

[@maryberon4193]

If i hadnt googled, i wouldn't have found this video.. And it has helped me realize that ive been worried since i was a kid. Now its my dental problems which are very real, but may not cause my jaw to rot off, although this did happen to my mother, her operation was the worst thing ive ever witnessed. And im stuck there, not ti mention dentists never haveba good word to say for me.

[@marksabino4721]

Right when I wake up I immediately check for that all too familiar feeling of discomfort that radiates throughout my body, but is especially noticeable in my gut/intestines. Then, I sit in bed for about half an hour and worry about how I will survive this particular day and what I will do if symptom x, y or z shows up and or I have a panic attack. Then, I try and take every and any action that will mitigate these symptoms from showing up. This has been going on for 12 years and left me feeling dead inside, something I've never felt, but heard people say often. It hurts.

[@danielleizzo4044]

Mark you aren’t alone. I do the exact thing. And when there is a symptom that is there it’s worse. I find it even hard to get out of bed. How are you doing now?

[@tylerh1648]

Exactly me too, but since Oct 2020. All started when I lost my job and I developed some really bad anxiety. But I realize now that I've had anxiety episodes before in my life and I can get through this.

[@chaelryder8589]

Hi Dennis When ever I fell a symptom. I like to backtrack what I did or didn't do. To find the facts of why I don't have anything wrong. Example- sore throat I will backtrack and remember what I did that could cause it? In many of the times it was from yelling..lol or singing. Also guiding my inner child, showing that this is ok. Also find the facts to prove nothing is wrong. Much love 🙏❤

[@peggyco.2772]

I think this thought process can be damaging because there’s not always a reason why you have the symptom or sensation you’re having. A better approach, I think, is to accept that our bodies do a lot of things all day long to function. Sure some things can be a direct reflection of something you did but not always. Our bodies are pretty amazing, lots of organs, muscles, tendons, etc working simultaneously all day every day. Of course there will be things that happen like pains and aches. If you’re always looking for an answer, you’ll have a hard time accepting the symptom when there isn’t an answer.

[@mjoachim9554]

I have an inner tremble. Feels like it’s in the core of my brain. Results in racing, brain foggy thoughts that are hard to control and don’t make sense. Also robs me of my sleep. My doctors tell me this is anxiety. But it happens too when my muscles get tense and tight. I’m trying sooo hard to refocus, calm down, and tell myself it’s okey. But man is it tough when I can’t even think clearly. Your videos are very soothing and reassuring. I know I’ll get there. It will just take time. I’m 48 and battled health anxiety my whole life

[@greenjewel8652]

I'm late commenting, but this is one of the best health anxiety videos I have found. This was helpful in pinpointing the problem.

[@TheAnxietyGuy1]

I’m so glad it spoke to you.

[@laurenharrold9857]

I can’t begin to explain how much I have gotten from watching this. Answering those 3 questions opened my eyes to 1) the healing I need to do around abandonment and 2) the healing I need to do around the story I’ve been telling myself. Just wow!! Upgrade in progress over here ❤️❤️

[@priscillalopez1390]

I had a very traumatic upbringing, I had an abusive relationship, multiple family members died from various cancers & other health problems. I had serious health issues as a child and needed serious surgery as an infant. My mind races with the what if's. every little feeling, pain, sensation triggers me to overthink and before I know it I am having a panic attack and having bad physical symptoms. I've been dealing with this for years. I want to be free from this already

[@adylan612]

Same here.... We will overcome this!!

[@shirleyballard1648]

I’m sitting here crying because it hits home. I’ve been struggling for months. I had a couple of weeks where I was okay, at peace. Prior to that, I ran to doctors constantly. I had blood work done, they even gave me an EKG. Everything is fine. The only thing they found was low vitamin D levels. I keep reminding myself that I’m fine. But since Sunday I’ve had heart fluttering/palpitations. Even though I know I’m fine and keep telling myself I just had an EKG done a few months ago, I still freak out at the sensation. I’m having a hard time pin pointing what’s causing it. I’m also trying to have my inner dialog by telling myself “you had an EKG done. Your heart is fine. There is no way that from one minute to the next something could be wrong” or “if something would be wrong, you wouldn’t be able to go days with these heart flutters/palpitations and still function the way you are. If it was your heart; you’d know” and even though I know this, and I’m telling myself over and over; I can’t seem to get the fluttering/palpitations to stop because the “what if” arises and I begin asking myself “what if it is serious this time… what if it is different this time…” That’s the cycle I need to get out of.

[@christinagreaves7932]

Me too

[@samantharuiz9118]

While I don’t wish these thoughts on anyone else this makes me feel a sense of relief knowing I’m not alone in my thoughts, panic, and anxieties. 2 EKGS, and chest X-ray, an er and urgent care visit and all clear.

[@insa7689]

How are you doing?I have newly developed anxiety which causes my gastric symptoms on all levels…even clean eating doesn’t help. This is my main struggle now, but it used to be as for you heart palpitations. To which I have question for you…do you actually have heart palpitations or you can just hear your heart beating? I had the issue, where I assumed I have heart palpitations if I lay on back and focus on my heartbeat and feel it in neck, back of my head etc. What helped me was putting ice packs (wrapped in towel) under my head and pounding sort of was numbed until I start drifting off. Then just quickly turned to side and fell asleep. First it took only two hours of sleep but slowly got to at least 4 hours. I rarely hear heartbeat during day because I am distracted by various things, it is the laying down that gives ‘heart palpitations’

[@Thadhaam]

For me it helped me realizing my inner child grew up in a home of complete chaos and I could never know where the next treat would be coming from. So you learn to constantly scan environments, people, sensations in order to be able to control the outcome so you could "keep your peace" and yourself safe but it ironically ends up as an affirmation to yourself that you are still in constant danger. Gotta get to the fear you felt as a child and just be with that fear, it need to be felt to be healed, just keep reparenting yourself and talk to that part of you. Rest is safe. Being at peace is safe. We got this fam. X

[@bettyausten9533]

This is me...just had my heart checked again two weeks ago but I still cant relax..it fluttered two days ago and I got a panic attack,I don't know how to break out of this circle cause it's ruining me

[@jamessmith5437]

I rly thought i was done dealing with this shit been 4 months no health anxiety and here i am

[@Rookslife]

Sorry man. Use the 4 months to convince yourself you can do it again. It went once and it will go again. Try and belittle it in your own mind. To take an analogy if you can score one goal past the world best goalkeeper doesn’t matter if they save a few, you know you it is possible to score another. Don’t beat yourself up about symptoms coming back. See it as test to make sure you really want to carry on being done with this bullishit.

[@ynot5704]

bro james exactly i’ve been free from this anxiety 4months ago but now.

[@PVAPlayy]

I hear you, man. I was relatively anxiety free for 3 years. Since august of this year, however, I’ve been so anxious.

[@beae.7849]

I have health anxiety that some lymph nodes triggered. After 2 scans, 3 or 4 blood tests and a needle biopsy in one of the nodes (all came up fine) I still have sharp pains like needles in my abdomen, doctors say it is anxiety. This all comes because my mum died from brain cancer and doctors missed a Black spot in a scan years prior they diagnosed her. I am now focusing on healing this health anxiety, it is a bit better now than some months ago though.

[@MindyParker]

You can do it

[@samanthapaclibar5079]

How are you. We have same symptoms.

[@therusheffect7784]

My challenge is when a symptom "sticks." I have been through all the fear and symptoms of many issues. Finally I landed on tinnitus. It is constant and so far the hardest one to let go. It is always there. I remember saying several times saying to myself, "If the muscle twitches stop, if the migraines stop, if the _______ stops, I will stop worrying completely. I keep finding something new to worry about until one symptom stuck. Tinnitus and TMJ at night seems to be sticking around longer than the others and the last thing for me to let go. It is frustrating but videos like this help immensely.

[@marvelmandy]

Whew. My moment of clarity was "what is the inner child preventing you from acheiving". I realize that the latest return of my health anxiety coincides with my making big plans for my future. Why does my inner child want to keep me from accomplishing great things?

[@izyanizzuddin713]

I remember this channel when it still 30k subscribers. Congratulations for the 120K, you definitely deserve more. Thank you sir.

[@dan-tg7yc]

I'm here now, and almost at 200k

[@deirdrecommon9388]

I am on week 3 day 3 of your inner circle, it is a great program, thank you!

[@TheAnxietyGuy1]

Very welcome keep up.

[@amandasparks469]

A fantastic program

[@LIFESGOOD305]

Anxiety is not your enemy! It's the fear of anxiety and panic attacks thats at the root of the problem. Let your anxiety run free and it will lessen as time goes by. Let it simmer while you continue living your life as usual. We get scared of our thoughts and its OK. Anxiety will NOT harm you!! It's actually in place to protect you. Feel your emotions. But then carry on with your life. The only thing that cures anxiety and panic attacks is...TIME. Don't try to get rid of it, the more you resist it the more it persists. You will get over this stop the FIGHT.

[@sumithrarao5436]

You were absolutely right in saying how we disconnect ourselves when we have these health anxiety symptoms. I want more of this. Thanks Dennis.

[@amandasparks469]

So very true

[@tonydare7614]

Excellent explanation, thank you. We are all light and have infinite potential. Health anxiety does indeed make our world smaller and stops us from fulfilling our journey and turning towards others. The moment of clarity in this video is that the world needs our light. The questions are excellent and I will let the answers emerge.

[@timothyhoffer8463]

Wow. You know me better then I know myself. That was an open playbook of how I operate!

[@williamhartman9]

I love this guy, comforts me every time I hear his voice,he is so good at this work,thank you Dennis!

[@cowboydu06]

Thank you for doing that. I have health anxiety and it makes me go crazy...(right now I think I have a skin cancer...) I will from now on start watching your videos and try to apply your advice! My favourite part of the video is when you tell us about what we can change first and last 20 minutes of our day. I will now find a solution so I can start my day in a better way, and end it also in a better way. Hope it was understandable Thanks again! Much love

[@amandasparks469]

🙌🙌 watching now

[@suzannepeppard5642]

Omg I’m here now just called to make an doctors appointment to check some moles that I was told were fine a few months ago but today all of a sudden I’ve fixated on them and convinced myself it’s not normal. Couldn’t get an appointment and common sense tells me to wait and see if anything changes but I made myself feel horrendous in the process. Currently waiting for some CBT through the nhs

[@brandilyn6720]

I woke up with the chest ache feeling this morning, I know it’s just anxiety, I don’t think it’s anything else, but that still doesn’t stop it from happening. So frustrating. I just try my best to ignore it.

[@wendynovilla1217]

Try to hold ice from the freezer or anything cold.

[@Mxl100]

the gym helps me. It makes me feel unstoppable. Like im getting rid of my anxiety at will. Trying it out guys.

[@carilangley9824]

This is a whole new intriguing and powerful concept for me - that it is my inner child which is holding me back. I always thought I was supposed to coddle that inner child, and honestly, I hated that idea and thought it was stupid - so I rejected even listening about inner child work (people purposefully allowing their inner child to guide them, even sometimes bringing out toys and actually playing with them in attempts to "connect" to their inner child at the supposed age they were most injured and somehow therefore healing by giving themselves permission to be... It never resonated with me... But this! This was eye-opening!!! And I like that I'm not to view my "inner child" as the enemy, but rather with compassion and empathy... YET, not allow it to falsely protect me from imagined fears. It makes things so much more clear to me!

[@chanceyang2913]

OMG TY SO MUCH RN IM FIGHTING THROUGH AND ITS GETTING BETTER, U MOTIVATE ME SO MUCH

[@moneymykez]

Dennis, how do you deal with anxiety from lack of sleep the night before and waking up at 5am for work?

[@MamaWattz]

I always come back to this video. Incredible information. Thank you so much for sharing your knowledge. ❤

[@TheAnxietyGuy1]

SO glad it's speaking to you.

[@allisonf223]

What helps me is when my heart is racing, I take my heart rate & it usually is not high but it feels like my heart is racing. This helps calm me down.

[@nuuudz5183]

Thank you so much Dennis, you are a blessing. I feel hopeful somehow, will trust the process and keep learning and practicing your videos. I AM MORE THAN anxiety! 👊 Praying for healing to all of us.

[@stayhumbleanblessednevergi9649]

I struggle daily an when it gets so bad i just listen to your videos your amazing ty for helping us all

[@avamiller2325]

Me too

[@adylan612]

Me too... We will overcome this though!!! From worrier to warrior...

[@elenawilmott5119]

My inner child falls ill to get the loving attention, and until she gets it, she's not going to get better. The attention she used to have is medical and doesn't remember many people who said it will get better. Our bodies are designed to heal themselves, if we let it, love it and be kind. I am learning to talk to that part of me and reassure. It takes time to convince her though!

[@emmalouise7729]

Thanks for these videos. I’ve been very sick for a couple months and the doctors need me to see a neurologist. I can’t see one for 3 months so every day I’m just googling what it could be :and it’s driving me nuts

[@skinncosmetics1979]

Whats your symptoms

[@kagging.9782]

You are amazing! Thank you. I'm 6 months pregnant and having anxiety and panic attacks nonstop.

[@graciebabyy4609]

I think this worries me for the future! Not knowing how I’ll be pregnant with high anxiety. Wish you the best! ❤️

[@TheAnxietyGuy1]

Congratulations, a time to celebrate rather than a time to fret. These videos will speak deeply to you I’m sure, enjoy.

[@SaraRidgard]

I’m scared I will not be able to handle pregnancy due to my anxiety. 🥺

[@EstherO-h1c]

I needed this, you’re absolutely right and I will do the work cause I’m worth it. Thank you 🙏🏾

[@aliciag.1243]

Thank you Dennis for all your videos they have helped me so much especially with health anxiety. I've always felt very uncomfortable when someone says, "are you ok? or "you look a little pale." Well if I was feeling fine before that comment, I feel sickly after☺

[@maryawino5322]

Me too, when someone looks at me and ask if am ok, it causes my Anxiety to rise I feel drained out

[@lolololololutrythcfy]

yes! i always tell people to not ask me if i’m okay bc i’ll have a meltdown over it

[@thehaleyhawkins]

This is the worst. I have people who tell me I look like I'm pale and have lost weight. I have lost weight, but its because of my lack of appetite when I go through anxious episodes. But my weight is not at an unhealthy number, but I start freaking out that my body is going to shut down because I wasn't eating enough. I hate when people comment on my health cause it is so triggering.

[@kylieking8163]

Facts

[@jennifer_reyes_9490]

One Thing that is stuck now what you said about my inner child .. it’s so true my inner child has stopped me a lot I am home because I was protecting myself from going out and I’ve stopped talking to my fiends less and less

[@SamuelFeimer]

I am 23, my uncle and grandfather died from cancer, other uncle and other grandfather survived it. Huge fear to get cancer for years. I have the so called "globus syndrome"... Never went to an ENT physician, only my family doctor. I explained to him that I have fear of having throat cancer and have been fearing cancer for many years. He told me that it's most likely psychosomatic. Now it's 2,5 years later, the symptom is still here, I just lived with that for 2,5 years, it's permanently there, but I never really worked on my anxiety problems. It didn't get worse, it's just the same for 2,5 years which means that MOST LIKELY it's not cancer, but still, from time to time I get these random thoughts that it's for sure cancer and I am gonna die. For one week now it's the case once again. I am going to go to an ENT physician. I wanna make sure I am healthy. Although I know that there is this phenomenon that is psychosomatic that I most likely have, I know that if I had cancer, it would be different than it is now (I would probably be dead or have way worse symptoms besides that lump in the throat), but I can't get over it. It's destroying my nerves and the last week or so my thoughts tended to go into the direction of "Why am I even doing this, it's useless, I am gonna die soon anyways"... It's so hard.......

[@NatureGirlWOO]

You’re not alone. It’s my biggest fear as well.

[@shadowprince4620]

Same here. My grandmother died very suddenly from cancer when I was high school and now my uncle has late stage. Because of that, getting cancer has been my biggest dread and any little ache or pain sends me down a rabbit hole of anxious overthinking, even when I know that it’s likely something completely minor or psychosomatic

[@christinagreaves7932]

I know

[@jilldickson4352]

I worked so hard putting my mental status into a more respective place but all my hard work was destroyed when my 8 year old grandson died. So now I stay submissive for fear of something else horrendous occurring.

[@janettehensley]

I believe I need full checkup to get Dr to tell me all is good for first step then I will have some peace of mind to start healing

[@theresephillips7008]

The wow moment: what we do at night, what we do in the morning to set the stage for anxiety to appear❤. Thanks

[@TheAnxietyGuy1]

Absolutely, much love on your anxiety healing journey.

[@theresephillips7008]

@@TheAnxietyGuy1 Thank YOU so much for sharing your light with us. Your insight is very helpful. Much love, friend!

[@jenfox5870]

You are amazing love you’re calm voice I will follow you on Instagram!! My moment of clarity is that I have programmed my brain to the think anxiety I have everyday is going to control me. Now I can see where your coming from thank you from key west fl!!

[@jeffmarqz2736]

Been having this kind of nightmare for a week now. Every sleep and waking moment I'm always on edge and terrified. I'm wasting half or almost my whole day worrying about something that can make me a burden to my family.

[@Jojo__Solo]

I’ve bought your book . You help me more then you’ll ever know !! I have Chronic Health Anxiety and your the only person that can relate and know the way . Love you dennis your the man

[@aaronmcomber4578]

Itvreally made me think about what exactly I am so afraid of and why I am allowing myself to control how I perseve the day

[@jgorge2702]

How can I NOT subscribe???? Every video I run across on KZbin is exactly what I need to hear and need help on. THANK YOU!!!!!

[@melanieburridge2295]

I have lived for over 50 years with the fear of dying. Can't cope with it anymore

[@kathyaiello2391]

You’re the best. Your detailed explanations have made me finally understand where the roots of my fears come from. They come from my upbringing as a child. I also now realise that always rushing, being a control freak and a perfectionist comes from my anxiety! With your advice, I’m trying to more consciously slow down and let things go. Thank you. Listening to your advice is such a comfort for me.

[@pattyboucetta1897]

This was just fantastic. So much eye opening content in all of your videos. ❤️❤️

[@jancrowther9385]

My problem is irritable bowel syndrome. It is made worse by anxiety. Thanks for this

[@wassupg5272]

I’m 17, and I’ve been diagnosed with anxiety, and I’ve been having really bad health anxiety for months. I’ve thought I’ve had heart problems, which have been dismissed by doctors. Now I’m super convinced I have a brain tumor because I have so many symptoms, and thinking I’ve been dismissing the symptoms as anxiety. It’s so frustrating and scary. All I do is spend hours looking up symptoms, looking up all these things. Everywhere I go I check for symptoms. It’s a never ending cycle. I want to get an MRI so bad, and just thinking of them finding a brain tumor makes me panic. I really hope nothing is wrong with me, but I’ll just have to wait till I can get an MRI some day.

[@adylan612]

Its a vicious cycle. I too do the same things and things have been checked out to be just fine. Until I have another symptom..and what if... And convince myself that THIS time..it IS something. I think it has to do w fear of productivity and having so much to lose ( i.e. opportunity, the chance to become what we want. Etc).

[@wassupg5272]

@@adylan612 it really is a vicious cycle. I wish you the best. I was literally just watching brain tumor videos when I got your reply notification 😭 I’m terrified.

[@izzaawais5831]

I’m 17 too and it’s been like seven months and I can stop worrying. It’s horrible 😭

[@elmiramendoza9758]

@@izzaawais5831 same here :(((

[@ostmusic9586]

@@wassupg5272 what are your symtoms??

[@shyaaammeneen63]

Very informative video. In life there are only 2 problems--mind and the body. To feel better reduce negative thoughts [overthinking]. Your breathing is closely related to the brain [mind] and gives good relief from stress-anxiety. To relax sit on a chair or lie down, neck straight, eyes closed and observe the sensations of your incoming--outgoing breath at the entrance of the nostrils for 5-10-15 minutes or more. Don’t fight your thoughts. With daily practice the mind will relax. No deep breathing needed. Do the practice without any expectations when taking a walk, before sleep, in school, at work, when reading, etc. Like me, make this a lifetime daily habit to have a better life. Reduce negative social media, take morning sunlight walks and avoid constipation as it affects the mind instantly. Best wishes--Counsellor.

[@deloresgillard3942]

Thank u Dennis

[@SayaaNara]

6:36 I broke down crying during this part because it is 100% true. I'm comfortable im making wallow in worry

[@Tabsit_Academy]

Fainting once due to receiving some bad news from a friend made me have health anxiety, shallow breathing, fake sensation of fatigue and anxiety about swallowing food is my worst nightmares right now. A healing from all of these symptoms would be so cool. Anybody else facing the same?

[@adylan612]

I have had just about everything. And if there's a symptom I've missed? Let's keep it that way. But yes. It's tension affecting your throat. Your gag reflexes engage and it feels like you can choke..can't swallow properly..things feel they get stuck in there...lump in the throat feeling..... Etc.

[@Tabsit_Academy]

@@adylan612 Thank you for your feedback ^^ you are right it's just too much tension and fear of having this panic attacks which actually triggers it automatically. I think I just couldn't accept that I fainted just because I've heard bad news that doesn't even concern me.

[@louisecomeau4322]

Thank you so much for your words. I just came along your youtube channel. This video ans those 3 questions are the start of my healing journey. What does my innerchild trying to tell me!? Bless you! For giving me hope.

[@traciemcmahan3261]

❤️ YES!! I need to challenge my evening time” habits!😳. I am doing a lot of things better and still get kicked in the face sometimes..... but I recognize it and it’s one step at a time! You are awesome!!!🎉. Lots of good stuff here for me! One clarity for me is that I need to listen to more podcast and be more structured on my reactions to the same old tricks the mind likes to challenge me with! I get so mad at myself- I know better and yet I fall in the trap! 😤