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5 months ago | [YT] | 0

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In today's video, I want to delve into the topic of cortex-based anxiety, an overall thought process in today's society. This video is part of our "Strictly Personal" series, specifically Part 19, where we concluded our discussion on amygdala-based anxiety. If you haven't watched that video yet, I encourage you to check it out in the playlist above.

Now, let's shift our focus to cortex-based anxiety and the anxiety it generates. You might be familiar with Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), which has proven to be one of the most successful therapeutic approaches for addressing cortex-based anxiety. This type of anxiety stems from the restructuring of thoughts and cognition. Renowned psychiatrist Aaron Beck and psychologist Albert Ellis popularized the concept of understanding cognitions regarding thinking processes that can be recalibrated and reinterpreted.

The interpretations we make about events greatly influence how we feel about them. For instance, as a coach, if I fail to bring about change in a client, I tend to internalize it and question my own abilities. This leads to feelings of worthlessness or ineffectiveness, which hampers my ability to help others. On the other hand, when I receive positive feedback and acknowledgment for my work, I feel confident and motivated to continue making a difference.

The problem: The challenge lies in not letting external factors dictate our self-worth and mental state. Relying on external validation can be detrimental, as the world often tends to doubt and criticize more than it supports us. Therefore, we must focus on building a solid internal mindset, which involves challenging and restructuring our interpretations of events.

Changing interpretations is not easy, as they are deeply rooted in our experiences and upbringing. For instance, the phenomenon of the so-called "Morden Woman" mentality has emerged due to some individuals perceiving traditional gender roles as oppressive. This leads to a lack of trust in men and a strong emphasis on independence. However, such interpretations create a divide and misunderstandings between genders, causing further distress.

To overcome cortex-based anxiety, cognitive restructuring is essential. By perceiving situations for what they indeed are rather than what we assume them to be, we better understand how we can influence them. Remember, we cannot control the outside world, but we can influence it. We can dismantle fears, doubts, and interpretations that hinder our progress by questioning our strong opinions and beliefs.

In the next video, we will explore alternative interpretation techniques to help you dissect your thoughts and thinking processes and overcome your fears and doubts. Awareness is the first step towards change, and often, we operate on autopilot, unaware of what truly serves us. We can identify patterns and initiate transformation by examining events, interpretations, and resulting emotions.

I appreciate you joining me on this journey of self-discovery and empowerment. Be sure to subscribe, like, and share this video to spread the inspiration. Follow our playlist for more enlightening content, and check out my recently uploaded videos to learn more about how I can assist you. Remember to stay hopeful, inspired, and embrace a mentally fulfilling life. Thank you for watching, and I'll see you in the following video.

2 years ago | [YT] | 0

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If you struggle with anxiety and depression, this video is here to help you understand yourself and your anxiety through a simple worksheet. This is part of my strictly personal series, which you can find by hovering over the handle above this video. Exploring those series will give you more perspectives on understanding your anxiety and depression.

In this video, Strictly Personal Part 18, I will demonstrate how you can start mapping out your anxiety and gain a deeper understanding of yourself. Using this worksheet, you may discover common factors contributing to your anxiety. It's also essential to pay attention to your internal sensations, such as your breathing, dizziness, or a pounding heart. Make sure to jot down these sensations in detail on the worksheet. Don't stress if you can't think of specific triggers or situations immediately; the worksheet is most effective when you're in a flow state.

If you found value in this video, don't forget to subscribe, like, and share it with others. For more on understanding your anxiety, check out my relatable anxiety playlist, or watch specific videos in the short section of my YouTube channel. I also recommend the book "Rewire Your Anxious Brain" by Catherine M. Pittman and Elizabeth M. Karle, which inspired most of the concepts discussed in this video.

2 years ago | [YT] | 0

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Welcome to Veddi Inspires, and thank you for joining us for part 17 of our Strictly Personal series. In this video, we will continue from where we left off in part 16 and discuss the three critical things you should consider when trying to unwind your anxious pattern.

Firstly, we will discuss how much your anxiety interferes with your goals. Everyone experiences anxiety differently, and it may affect you at work, personal life, or school. Start by focusing on the anxiety that most interfere with your life goal. For example, if you're anxious about approaching a sales call, address this anxiety first since it can impact your ability to support yourself and your family.

The second thing to consider is the amount of distress your anxiety causes you. Rate the level of distress on a scale of one to ten or twenty. Are you terrified of approaching someone in a social situation or presenting something to a prospect? Understanding how your anxiety affects you can help you prioritize which anxieties to work on first.

The third thing to consider is the frequency of your anxious patterns. How often does your anxiety occur? Understanding how your anxiety affects you and how frequently it occurs can clarify what you need to work on.

Remember that the driving force should be your life goal, not your anxiety. Instead of focusing on avoiding anxiety, concentrate on seeking pleasure through achieving your goal. The key to changing your anxious habit loop is to focus on what you want, not what you want to avoid.

Next, we will discuss how to identify triggers. What are the situations, thoughts, or environments that trigger your anxiety? For example, at work, your triggers could be angry customers, time running out, or the fear of rejection. Identifying these triggers and bringing awareness to your habitual patterns can help you break the cycle of anxiety.

Lastly, avoid falling into a fixed mindset when trying to unwind your anxious patterns. Don't focus on fixing the problem; focus on exploring and understanding it. Bringing attention to your habitual patterns and recognizing when engaging in them can help you break free from them.

Thank you for watching, and I hope this video has helped you understand your anxiety and how to unwind it.

2 years ago | [YT] | 0

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One of the major discoveries I have made in my quest to understand anxiety and depression is the power of words. I have forgotten where I saw this, but it reads, "Don't ascribe to your identity what is a habit." Many people think don't understand the difference between "I am an overthinker vs. I tend to overthink." One is a personality/identity, and the other is a behavioral pattern. Behaviors can be changed, Identities, not so much.

With this level of awareness comes the fact that we understand the emotional component of change as it relates to anxiety and depression, We can move beyond "knowing" that we should change to "understanding" how we can change. And the strategies will make more sense once we gain a deeper understanding of how anxiety works in the brain and how some of the strategies we are using might be facilitating instead of rehabilitating our anxiety habit loops.

2 years ago | [YT] | 0

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Strictly personal part 14: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=cxomc...

Have you jumped out quickly from oncoming traffic before you could process why you needed to jump out? That's your evolutionary instinct kicking in to save you.

But, Anxiety is when this survival instinct takes it too far, runs amok, and unnecessarily triggers a safety response when there is no threat and causes panic because it has anticipated a lousy outcome. Our old brain needs to be taught new tricks, and that's how you rewire your anxious brain.

Why don't logical things like telling yourself "not to be afraid" or trying to rationalize your anxieties not work? That's because you are speaking the language of the cortex and not the language of the Amygdala. You can't solve an emotional problem with a logical solution without addressing the emotional needs first.

Here is the power of emotional memory:

A woman who lost her memory and had to meet her doctor for the first time every time she came in for treatment finally decided not to shake her doctor's hand when she came to treatment one day; what happened?

Well, the day before, she came in for treatment, and her doctor hid a pin in his hands, and when the woman shook his hands, the needle pinched her. So, the day she decided not to shake her doctor's hand, she was asked why, she couldn't give an explanation, she didn't even remember the doctor, but her emotional brain remembered to save her from danger even though her logical mind could not explain why it was protecting her. This is the power of dynamic memory, the power of the Amygdala.

2 years ago | [YT] | 0

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I know what it's like to feel anxious and nervous in situations that make us feel vulnerable. Like you, I get nervous when I have to go up on stage, and sometimes I struggle to find the right words in conversations. I worry about coming across as unintelligent and being rejected by others. I often feel like I'm not good enough and worry about being left out or not succeeding. Despite my best efforts to prepare, I still get anxious. That's why I've dedicated my life to studying these feelings and helping others who might be experiencing similar struggles.


I am always curious about what goes on in an anxious brain. What makes people do what they do? Why would people rather die than do something as simple as public speaking? What goes on in their minds? How can people get better at emotional regulation?

How can we rewire our brains to handle anxiety?

2 years ago | [YT] | 0

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This is more of a self-reflection than a strategic video. There are a ton of videos out there on strategy, but I think the mindset is crucial. The day-to-day of trying to build my business and brand up is not lacking in strategy; it's lacking in energy. I get so overwhelmed by how much needs to be done, how much I need to know, and how long it will take. This video is for you if you feel like you are not enough, if you feel overwhelmed, if you are tired of living or surviving, if your goals and dreams seem too far out of reach that you are losing, etc. Maybe my story and perspective can help; if it doesn't keep searching, you will find your answers.

Thanks for watching, be great, and follow for more to stay inspired!

2 years ago | [YT] | 0

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How I learned to discipline my disappointments:

I quit after a few tries because I focused on how it felt when I was doing it than how it felt when I got out.

Trying to do something in itself is an achievement regardless of the outcome
- Earl Nightingale
I earned a lot of self-esteem and respect from trying to succeed, and I lost it by stopping when It wasn't working as fast as I wanted to.

I was like, "please work so fast before I lose the little discipline I have built up. In order words,"I wanted to have rock-hard abs with only one week of exercising."

But I learned that everyone would be doing it or achieving it if it was that easy. So I had two options, quit and wallow or change and grow.

I chose the first, and it was satisfying for a while, and then it got painful. Doing nothing but surfing Hulu and Netflix all day was empty and painful, and that was something I didn't expect.

So I have decided to change. And one week in am already reeling, and the bad habits that I have built up is already asking for a second chance.

But I think this analogy is apt. Ever seen a mother go through a painful and horrific childbirth. Then six months later, wants a second child?


That's what I am holding on to. That human instinct that even the most unbearable pain can be withstood if we believe that there is something that we are serving that is beyond us. Something that pulls us through. Something to serve more than ourselves.

That mother is willing to risk her life to experience the joy of holding her baby in her arms and caring for him or her in order for them to contribute to society. An inexplicable joy for someone watching from the sidelines.



I believe that by me defeating my bad habits and mastering the coaching skills I have already started learning, I can serve the world in a way that I can just dream of, right now.

A lot of people will be graceful, am sure. So I look upon that hill of promise that, "this too shall pass" with enough discipline and dedication.

Let me know what you've learned in the comments from this thread. Be great, and follow for more to stay inspired!

2 years ago | [YT] | 0