HOW TO SUPPORT YOUR PARTNER DURING ANXIETY (SCRIPT + ACTION PLAN)

HOW TO SUPPORT YOUR PARTNER DURING ANXIETY (SCRIPT + ACTION PLAN)

HOW TO SUPPORT YOUR PARTNER DURING ANXIETY 1. RECOGNIZE THE ANXIETY SIGNS (FIRST 30 SECONDS)Watch for:Rapid breathing or shallow breaths.Pacing or restlessness“What if…” spiraling thoughts.Withdrawal or going quiet.Physical tension (clenched jaw, tight shoulders)Your response: “I can see you’re feeling anxious right now. I’m here with you.” 2 THE IMMEDIATE RESPONSE (FIRST 2 MINUTES)“You’re safe. I’m…

TRAUMA-BASED HABITS IN ADULTS WITH ANXIETY

TRAUMA-BASED HABITS IN ADULTS WITH ANXIETY

TRAUMA-BASED HABITS IN ADULTS WITH ANXIETY. People pleasing Self-isolationPerfectionismHypervigilanceOver-eating or under-eatingWorkaholismDissociatingNumbing with TV or scrollingExcessive spendingThrill seeking behaviorsOver-apologizingDifficulty trusting othersChronic indecisionAvoiding conflictOver-functioningClinginess in relationshipsStruggling to set boundariesInsomnia or poor sleep Childhood trauma can deeply impact our adult lives, leading to habits like the ones mentioned in this post. These coping mechanisms often arise as ways…

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