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Dr. Pat Friman: “Stop treating anxiety like a chronic illness”
In the podcast of hashtag#DrPatFriman, Matt Cicoria chats about breaking down misconceptions about anxiety. Pat explains that anxiety isn’t something we have like a disease—it’s a fear of things that won’t actually hurt us.
The conversation gets even more interesting when Pat shares an eye-opening technique used by Steve Hayes. He demonstrates how our minds connect unrelated things through language, expanding our fears unnecessarily. …
Pat also touches on how the mental health industry has convinced many to treat anxiety as a chronic illness when in reality, it’s about understanding and managing our responses.
Discover practical tips on handling anxiety and changing your perspective on fear. Don’t miss out on this enlightening episode!