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    The Energy of Anxiety
    The Energy of Anxiety
    The Energy of Anxiety
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    The Energy of Anxiety

    By Ann Bowditch

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    Every thought and every action has energy, from the words we speak, to the emotions we experience. In this fascinating guide, experienced therapist Ann Bowditch explores the energy surrounding one of our most complex emotions – anxiety. Using Ann’s tips, you can break free from your anxiety, and turn this energy into something positive.

    Split into three sections, The Energy of Anxiety explores:

    •Why anxiety happens, and why you may be experiencing it;
    •The most common challenges of dealing with anxiety;
    •How anxiety manifests itself;
    •New perspectives to living a more empowering life;
    •What YOU can do to overcome anxiety, and live a happier life.

    If you’re feeling anxious, unhappy, or down, then don’t waste time. Pick up this anxiety-busting toolkit TODAY!

    Testimonials

    "The beauty of this book is it’s effective mastery at letting you know in a caring and humorous way how any one of us can create our own drama’s and make a bad situation worse. The practical strategies included within show us how to turn those pantomimes on their head enabling us to regain control. Do yourself a favour! Get out of your own way and buy this book. Say no to anxiety and yes to living a happier life."
    Wendy Fry, Author of Find YOU, Find LOVE and Mothers and Daughters

    "This is a superb book for anyone who suffers from anxiety. It is thorough, clear, honest and direct while at the same time offering huge compassion and hope. Practical, powerful and absorbing, Ann's book is a wonderful guide to freedom and possibility. It is also a brilliant resource for teachers, therapists, well-being practitioners and anyone who helps others."
    Korani Connolly, Colour Mirrors Teacher Trainer
    Author of The Language of Light and Co-Author of The Wisdom of Colour Mirrors

    About The Author
    Ann Bowditch runs her own therapy business. She is a Clinical Hypnotherapist and Practitioner of many other therapies and treatments including Emotional Freedom Technique, Matrix Reimprinting, Energy in Motion, META Health, NES Health, Mindfulness Based Inner RePatterning and Colour Mirrors. Ann is also a Consultant of Rhythmic Movement Training international (RMTi).

    LanguageEnglish
    PublisherAnn Bowditch
    Release dateOct 6, 2019
    ISBN9781916075801
    The Energy of Anxiety
    Author

    Ann Bowditch

    Modern Day Therapist and Author of The Energy of Anxiety. I enjoy helping people overcome their issues, struggles and problems. I use techniques such as Hypnotherapy, Emotional Freedom Technique, Matrix Reimprinting. Good therapy is about understanding each individual. It should never be a box ticking exercise.I am a crazy cat woman.I was a competitive cyclist for 20 years and now do karting. Sport has always been a great passion of mine.I also have a YouTube Account: 'Ann Bowditch Author'. I create videos and podcasts on all types of subjects.Tell me your challenges and I will help.

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      Book preview

      The Energy of Anxiety - Ann Bowditch

      Orders: To place orders of this book, please visit

      www.hypnotherapy.gg or e-mail ann@hypnotherapy.gg

      ISBN: 9781916075801

      Copyright © 2019 by Ann Bowditch. All Rights Reserved.

      All rights reserved. Apart from any permitted use under UK copyright law, no part of this publication may be reproduced or transmitted in any form or by any means, electronic or mechanical, including photocopying, recording, or any information, storage or retrieval system, without permission in writing from the publisher, Ann Bowditch, or under licence from The Copyright Licensing Agency Limited. Further details of such licenses (for reprographic reproduction) may be obtained from The Copyright Licensing Agency Ltd www.cla.co.uk

      First Published: 2019

      Cover design by Anton Pshinka

      Disclaimer

      This book is not intended as a substitute for the medical advice of physicians. The reader should regularly consult a physician in matters relating to his or her health and particularly with respect to any symptoms which may require diagnosis or medical attention.

      Ann Bowditch does not assume and hereby disclaims any liability to any party for any loss, damage or disruption caused by errors or omissions, whether such errors or omissions result from negligence, accident or any other cause by using any of the disclaimers within this book.

      Contents

      Introduction

      1. About Ann

      2. Anxiety and Energy

      3. How to use this Book

      4. What is Anxiety?

      5. The Anxiety Brain

      6. The Curse of Fear

      7. Beliefs and Brain Waves

      8. Owning Anxiety - Stop It!

      9. Change is Good

      10. Confronting Negativity

      11. Importance of Exercise

      12. Technology and Social Media

      13. Changing Patterns in Your Life

      14. You are Not Your Past

      15. Bullying

      16. Over-Analysing

      17. The Inner Voice

      18. Ho’oponopono

      19. My Shit – Your Shit

      20. Perfectionism

      21. Challenges of Life

      22. Be Positive

      23. Remember ‘Now’

      24. The High Vibe of Gratitude

      25. Bare Those Feet

      26. Creativity and Passion

      27. Breathing

      28. Inner Voice Characters

      29. Let the Fear Flow

      30. Circle of Excellence

      31. Become Your Own Adviser

      32. Tap it Out

      33. 9 Gamut

      34. Control Room Dials

      35. It’s Just Energy

      36. Applying the Chill Button

      37. Talk The Talk!

      38. Visualise

      39. Mindful Meditation

      40. Coffee and Chat

      41. Flip It

      42. Quick Shift

      43. Therapeutic Support

      44. My Final Message

      45. Client Testimonial

      Introduction

      1. About Ann

      When her practice was opened in 2012, Ann quickly made a name for herself on the island of Guernsey. She has had tremendous success in helping people overcome anxiety and many other issues. Ann has put her knowledge and experience with clients to good use in this book.

      Ann is passionate about her work and keen to help people feel more empowered. It is well reported that people who take responsibility for, and part in, their own healing process will make better progress than those who do not.

      Ann’s work encompasses a wide range of therapies. She has a way of communicating with people that helps them to see new perspectives and can often be life-changing. Ann is a passionate therapist who is prepared to speak truthfully and is recognised for her commitment to her work and clients.

      Ann Bowditch GQHP, GHR Reg., META-P

      Dip (Hyp) Hypnotherapy

      EFT (EFT International Certified)

      Matrix Reimprinting Practitioner

      Meta-Health Practitioner

      Colour Mirrors Practitioner & Teacher

      RMTi Consultant, NES Health Practitioner

      MBIR Practitioner

      2. Anxiety and Energy

      Just about every action and every thing has energy. A thought has energy, as does the spoken word. You have no doubt experienced when you meet up with someone who is happy and positive, how this boosts your mood. You then experience the opposite feeling when you meet someone who is very negative and draining; you can feel as if they have sucked the life out of you. Although both situations contain energy, they carry very different energy vibrations.

      Anxiety has energy too. Because energy is flexible it can be transformed into something much more positive.

      To break free of anxiety, trauma must be resolved within the subconscious mind. Relaxation and other techniques can help too. It is helpful to understand what sets off anxiety and work through those triggers. Learning and setting new perspectives can also be crucial to well-being.

      Many anxiety sufferers lack self-esteem and self-confidence and a high proportion suffer with depression. Other people may experience emotions such as anger, impatience, intolerance and become introverted or appear fussy. Anxiety can show itself in many different ways.

      This book is a result of my experience in helping hundreds of people overcome anxiety. This is not your average ‘break free of anxiety’ book. It is the result of tackling many aspects of anxiety, many of which are not spoken about. However your anxiety manifests itself, it is not something that you have to live with.

      3. How to use this Book

      This book is effectively split into three sections:

      1) About Anxiety

      2) Foundation for Change

      3) Exercises

      By absorbing the information in this book and carrying out the exercises, you will have the chance to make wonderful changes to your life and lift the cloud of anxiety. Please take your time, absorb the information, practice the exercises and create a plan for your good mental health.

      Do not look upon this book in the same way you would a novel. The ending is important but no more important than the start and the middle. Read and re-read, make notes, discuss, allow thoughtful reflection, ask yourself questions like: How does this apply to me?

      I have also included mantras. You can use the ones in this book or create your own. Mantras help re-programme the mind and your energy system. Even if at first you don’t believe in them, try them and give them time to work.

      Always use mantras in a positive sense so that they focus on what you do want. Print out mantras and place them in key places such as in your purse or wallet, on your desk at work, in your bedroom, in the kitchen, wherever you will see them on a regular basis. You may like to add them to your phone too.

      Please also visit www.energyofanxiety.com to view additional information and support.

      SECTION 1

      ABOUT ANXIETY

      A bit of background to help you understand why you are anxious.

      4. What is Anxiety?

      "Anxiety is taking away the now

      and living in fear of a future which is unlikely to happen."

      Ann Bowditch

      Anxiety is a term used to describe a combination of symptoms related to feelings of fear or nervousness. Along with the physical symptoms common in anxiety such as shortness of breath, tension, dizziness, dry mouth, clammy hands, clouded thinking, nausea, racing heart; many people who suffer anxiety worry a lot and have many negative thoughts. They tend to focus on the worst-case scenarios, which in turn aggravates the anxiety. Long-term anxiety can affect sleep, health and general well-being.

      Anxiety comes in many different forms but there are two basic types. The first is Generalised Anxiety or Generalised Anxiety Disorder with the other type being Specific Anxiety.

      Generalised Anxiety Disorder

      Generalised anxiety disorder (GAD) is the term given to a condition whereby the sufferer experiences chronic worry and tension thus causing high levels of stress. This term was introduced in 1980 when anxiety neurosis was split into GAD and panic disorder. GAD became a diagnostic classification in the third edition of the Diagnostic and Statistical Manual of Mental Disorders. Sufferers think of the worst-case scenarios, run these over and over in their minds and expect them to happen.

      GAD can be all-consuming and stop people doing basic tasks such as going to the shops or holding down a job. GAD can be incredibly debilitating for some people and impact on every aspect of their lives. Other people can function, apparently, normally with GAD, whereas in fact many people wouldn’t know they had this anxiety.

      Often GAD is experienced in individuals where:

      • there is no specific event which triggered the anxiety in the first place.

      • they may have had a parent/guardian who worried a lot or was depressed.

      • they may have suffered birth trauma or other trauma at a very young age.

      • they feel they have ‘always’ worried or suffered with anxiety.

      Specific Anxiety

      I consider someone to have specific anxiety if one of more of the following criteria are met:

      • A specific event, or group of events, has triggered the anxiety.

      • The person has not always suffered with anxiety.

      • The person’s anxiety is triggered only in specific situations.

      Does it matter which anxiety you have in terms of treatment?

      It helps me, as a therapist, to understand the specific nature of a person’s anxiety, even if their anxiety is of a more generalised type.

      When someone suffers with GAD, there is a benefit in working with the subconscious mind to resolve any trauma and create positivity. However, teaching sufferers techniques is also hugely important. I usually find those with GAD need more treatment than people with a more specific anxiety. It is also likely that they will always need to take care of their mental and emotional health, in the same way that someone with gastrointestinal issues has to take care of their digestive system on a long term or permanent basis.

      For anyone who has anxiety triggered by a specific event, it is hugely beneficial to seek out and resolve the memory of that event held within the subconscious. It is also helpful to learn techniques that can be instantly called upon at any time.

      5. The Anxiety Brain

      "The brain is amazing. It can be our worst enemy

      or our best friend depending on how we use it."

      Ann Bowditch

      The Anxiety Brain is a term I use to refer to that over-analysing behaviour and natural protective mechanism.

      The role of the brain in anxiety is broken down into key structures within the limbic system, which is directly involved with memory, behavioural and emotional responses. It is not imperative for you to remember these components and what they do in order to break free from the patterns of anxiety.

      The Limbic System

      The limbic system structures are situated above a layer of the brain called the brainstem. The brainstem is responsible for vital functions including respiration, digestion and reproduction. It is critical for issues of survival and forms part of the old brain, known as the reptilian brain.

      The following are structures within the Limbic System linked to anxiety:

      • Thalamus

      • Hypothalamus

      • Hippocampus

      • Amygdala

      The Thalamus

      The thalamus comprises two prominent bulb-shaped masses. Its main function is that of a sensory relay station. It processes sensory information and relays this information to another layer of the brain called the cerebral cortex.

      The things you see, hear, taste and touch come through your nerves and end up in the thalamus. These senses can serve as memories to events and are linked to emotions. This does not include the sense of smell, because smell bypasses the thalamus and has its own private sensory system.

      Think about some music which makes you feel really energised or really good in some way and play it or just sing along to it in your head. One of my favourite songs is ‘The Only Way Is Up’ by Yazz & The Plastic Population. When I hear it I feel good. I recall memories from 1988 and listening to that song in a nightclub. I can remember who I was with and what life was like then. Both good and bad events turn into memories stored within the mind and we make strong associations to certain events through our senses.

      The Hypothalamus

      Although very small, the hypothalamus is linked to many systems in the body. The hypothalamus controls the endocrine system, which regulates the release of hormones into the blood stream. It regulates the autonomic nervous system, which is broken down into two different parts; namely the sympathetic nervous system and the parasympathetic nervous system.

      Sympathetic Nervous System – When we are anxious or stressed, the hypothalamus stimulates the endocrine system to release stress hormones. The most commonly known are adrenalin and cortisol, which are linked to the fight or flight response, which I cover in more detail later on.

      Parasympathetic Nervous System – this is referred to as ‘rest and digest’. This is the calming part of the system. When we are mostly functioning in this system, we are able to relax and revitalise both mind and body, creating good health both mentally and physically.

      The Hippocampus

      The hippocampus is named after the Latin for seahorse due to its shape. It is the part of the limbic system, which directs many bodily functions. There is one hippocampus located in both the left and right hemispheres of the brain.

      The hippocampus is the part of the brain which encrypts threatening events into memories. It then connects emotions and senses to these memories. This is so we can recognise these memories again and

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