On this edition of Brandler Bits, a contrasting view of 2 “planets”; one that we were used to and one that is new to us. Strategies are addressed in order to help improve our coping.
The 2 Planets
Reply
The next steps in dealing with covid 19: challenge, choice, change
Exploring Fear and Anxiety
Anxiety Reduction during the pandemic
This is a special edition of “Brandler Bits“. This presentation was done for health care workers on May 1, 2020. It addresses the issue of how to deal with anxiety during the pandemic. This episode addresses cognitive, behavioral, and experiential aspects of anxiety, and what strategies can be used for anxiety reduction.
Here is the presentation:
Here is the handout from the presentation:
4 7 8 breathing pattern
Here is another easy breathing technique. It is called the 4, 7, 8 breathing pattern.
Watch the originator Dr. Andrew Weil demonstrate it:
A note of caution:
A person may feel lightheaded after doing this for the first few times. Therefore, it is advisable to try this technique when sitting or lying down to prevent dizziness or falls.
Use this frequently and regularly and you will be less anxious!!!
Anxiety reduction is as easy as 5, 4, 3, 2, 1
In this edition of Brandler Bits, we introduce an quick and easy anxiety reduction technique. It is as simple as taking a few breaths, and identifying sensory experiences–what you see, what you hear, what you smell, what you touch and what you taste. If you are feeling anxious use this technique and you will be much calmer!
Tips for Covid Sanity
Using Relaxation to Reduce Anxiety and Fear
High Anxiety
Self Saboteurs
Do you:
- Undo your success?
- Don’t allow your self to succeed?
- Find ways unique to yourself to not get ahead?
- Continue to be stuck in this pattern over and over again?
If you’ve answered yes to any of these questions, then this Brandler Bits is perfect for you. Learn about self-sabotage, and how to stop this self defeating pattern of behavior.