{"version":1,"type":"rich","provider_name":"Libsyn","provider_url":"https:\/\/www.libsyn.com","height":300,"width":600,"title":"The Benefits of Welcoming Anxiety - Episode 122","description":"In part three of caring for anxiety, we continue to emphasize being aware of our anxiety, recognizing its presence, and responding with compassion. This practice is a subtle but vital skill that supports us as we care for ourselves. By being mindful of our thoughts, especially in the context of anxiety, we can observe whether these thoughts are supportive or critical, allowing us to shift toward more caring and welcoming thoughts. This approach helps us develop a deeper connection with our anxiety, viewing it as a part of ourselves that needs care. The practice of welcoming anxiety, rather than resisting or denying it, can be a powerful tool for personal growth and emotional well-being. The goal is to cultivate a mindset that supports self-care and acceptance, ultimately helping us manage our challenging emotions more effectively.  Further explore the resources available to you at Awareness That Heals: \u2022 Watch the video of this episode on our YouTube channel \u2022 Read the episode transcription at AwarenessThatHeals.org \u2022  Download the (free) Introspective Guides \u2022 Explore our Blog at AwarenessThatHeals.org \u2022 Access our Podcast at AwarenessThatHeals.org \u2022 Visit &quot;Awareness That Heals&quot; on Apple Podcasts &amp;nbsp; ","author_name":"Awareness That Heals","author_url":"https:\/\/www.awarenessthatheals.org\/awareness-that-heals-podcast\/","html":"<iframe title=\"Libsyn Player\" style=\"border: none\" src=\"\/\/html5-player.libsyn.com\/embed\/episode\/id\/31562492\/height\/300\/theme\/custom\/thumbnail\/yes\/direction\/forward\/render-playlist\/no\/custom-color\/88AA3C\/\" height=\"300\" width=\"600\" scrolling=\"no\"  allowfullscreen webkitallowfullscreen mozallowfullscreen oallowfullscreen msallowfullscreen><\/iframe>","thumbnail_url":"https:\/\/assets.libsyn.com\/secure\/item\/31562492"}