Is excessive worry robbing you of the joy of experiencing the present moment? Do you find yourself fretting over minor details, only to descend further into a cycle of unease? In the latest podcast episode, Dr. Michael Hersh and Dr. Arpita Gupta DePalma emphasize a fundamental truth – if one thing is certain, it’s that we will have uncertainty in our future. So, no matter how much we worry, events will still most likely deviate from our expectations.
Within this episode, they equip us with practical strategies to employ when we feel ourselves spiraling into worrisome thoughts. Moreover, they impart the wisdom that we must learn to tolerate the discomfort of allowing events to unfold naturally and then addressing them as they occur. During such moments, they encourage us to contemplate: What if everything is happening exactly how it’s supposed to?
Tune in to this installment to discover methods for intercepting the cascade of worry so you can finally relax.
What you will learn:
- Expecting the certainty of uncertainty in your life
- Worry can compound itself and lead to other things like depression and anxiety
- Tools that we can use to combat the worry spiral
Featured:
- Learn more about Dr. Michael Hersh’s program at Better Physician Life, including 1-to-1 physician coaching and the associated online course, by visiting his website HERE.
- Learn more about Dr. Arpita Gupta DePalma’s programs with Thought Work,MD, including 1-to-1 coaching for individuals, group coaching cohorts for organizations, and her online self-study courses HERE.
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