How to Deal with Anxiety Using Self Compassion | A PSYCHOLOGIST Explains

I can't believe this doesn't get talked about MORE! In this video, I discuss how being self compassionate is an amazingly effective way of dealing with anxiety, BUT NO ONE REALLY TALKS ABOUT IT! I explain what self-compassion is, why harsh self-criticism worsens anxiety, AND the science behind the benefits of self-compassion (spoiler alert: it ALL has to do with your nervous system!). This video will give you practical techniques such as speaking kindly to yourself, practicing self-compassionate touch, and engaging in mindfulness meditation to help calm your nervous system and reduce anxiety symptoms. 00:00 Understanding the Inner Critic 00:20 Introduction to Self-Compassion 01:05 What is Self-Compassion? 02:21 The Link Between Self-Compassion and Anxiety 03:52 Overcoming Barriers to Self-Compassion 04:25 Scientific Evidence Supporting Self-Compassion 05:51 Practical Techniques for Self-Compassion 09:41 Conclusion #anxietyrelief #anxietytips #selfcompassion 📚RESOURCES MENTIONED IN THIS VIDEO📚 • How to Deal with Difficult Emotions:    • How to Cope with Difficult Feelings | Ther...   • ‪@NeffKristin‬ website: https://self-compassion.org/ 👉 YOU MAY ALSO LIKE 👈 • Stressed Out:    • Stressed Out? Stress Relief Tips & Strateg...   • How To Cope When Life gets hard:    • How To Cope When Life Gets Hard - What To ...   • Acceptance of Emotions Guided Mindfulness meditation:    • Acceptance of Emotions Guided Mindfulness ...   How To Cope With Panic Attacks:    • How To Cope With Panic Attacks - A Therapi...   🎧LISTEN TO MY PODCAST HELLO THERAPY🎧 • On Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast... • On Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/5tWGxDw... 📲CONNECT WITH ME • TikTok:   / drlizwhite   • Instagram:   / drlizwhite   ✋MY DISCLAIMER✋ The content on this channel is solely intended for informational, entertainment and educational purposes and does not constitute personalised advice. Please reach out to a health care professional if you need support. ✨KEEPING SAFE✨ If you are in crisis, there IS help available and you are not alone. Contact your GP, NHS 111 or go to your local Accident & Emergency Department. Contact The Samaritans on 116 123. ⭐️COPYRIGHT⭐️ Images/video/music from canva.com Copyright Dr Liz White (BSc Hons, DClinPsy, CPsychol, AFBPsS, CSci, HCPC reg.)