7. Night Time Reflection - Psychological Stoicism by Dr Matt Lewis
This recording introduces the Stoic Test Strategy, a powerful psychological technique for managing setbacks and improving well-being. Inspired by William B. Irvine's book 'The Stoic Challenge,' the strategy involves reframing setbacks as tests administered by imaginary "Stoic gods." This reframing allows you to respond to challenges calmly and constructively, rather than with negative emotions.
Do something you are afraid of doing.
Exam/assessment/test anxiety is very common, not just for school children, but also for university/college students and adults facing tests or exams at work. This anxiety or stress doesn’t, in most cases, lead to panic attacks on the day, but it can do for a minority of people and once you do experience a panic attack in that situation, the fear of having another panic attack in the same, or similar situation CAN provoke another one when you’re in that same situation).
Look for silver linings. When something bad happens, take some time to accept it and come to terms with it, and then see it as an opportunity to get good out of bad.
Part one of an audio exercise that outlines how to build genuine confidence that lasts. This is an excerpt from my book: Overcome Anxiety.
Four practical exercises to manage uncomfortable thoughts and anxious thinking. One of the most effective ways we can manage unhelpful thoughts is by using a psychological tool called ‘defusion’, a technique from a mindfulness based approach to helping anxiety called Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT). Defusion is probably the most powerful psychological skill I've learned and has helped change my life more than any other intervention I've used. Download one of my audiobooks for free by signing up for an Audible account using one of the links below: Overcome Anxiety and Panic Attacks: bit.ly/3ARwZ4A Overcome Social Anxiety: bit.ly/3Xlhpal
This audio describes two different types of intentions and will take you through an exercise that can dramatically change the way others see you. The exercise can bring positive results for everyone, but will be particularly helpful for those who struggle with social anxiety. Download one of my audiobooks for free by signing up for an Audible account using one of the links below: Overcome Anxiety and Panic Attacks: bit.ly/3ARwZ4A Overcome Social Anxiety: bit.ly/3Xlhpal
This exercise will help you relax when feeling stressed or anxious. It will also help you prepare for sleep and fall asleep when using it in bed. Download one of my audiobooks for free by signing up for an Audible account using one of the links below: Overcome Anxiety and Panic Attacks: bit.ly/3ARwZ4A Overcome Social Anxiety: bit.ly/3Xlhpal
Body scan meditation. Download one of my audiobooks for free by signing up for an Audible account using one of the links below: Overcome Anxiety and Panic Attacks: bit.ly/3ARwZ4A Overcome Social Anxiety: bit.ly/3Xlhpal
Body scan meditation with introduction explaining how the body scan works and it's main benefits. Download one of my audiobooks for free by signing up for an Audible account using one of the links below: Overcome Anxiety and Panic Attacks: bit.ly/3ARwZ4A Overcome Social Anxiety: bit.ly/3Xlhpal
Audio Exercise on how to influence the way the way other people see you. Download one of my audiobooks for free by signing up for an Audible account using one of the links below: Overcome Anxiety and Panic Attacks: bit.ly/3ARwZ4A Overcome Social Anxiety: bit.ly/3Xlhpal
How the media affects our anxiety and what we can do about it.
This meditation is about cultivating a positive relationship with yourself and, by extension, with other people and the world. It will also help reduce feelings of anger and self-criticism. Download one of my audiobooks for free by signing up for an Audible account using one of the links below: Overcome Anxiety and Panic Attacks: bit.ly/3ARwZ4A Overcome Social Anxiety: bit.ly/3Xlhpal
Progressive Muscle Relaxation exercise to help with anxiety and training to reduce the power of panic attacks. Download one of my audiobooks for free by signing up for an Audible account using one of the links below: Overcome Anxiety and Panic Attacks: bit.ly/3ARwZ4A Overcome Social Anxiety: bit.ly/3Xlhpal
Blog Post - Come Back, Be Kind, Step Forward by Dr Matt Lewis
Blog Post - In many of the domains that require us to make choices — careers, relationships, sport, or even our daily interactions with others — the choice is often binary.
This exercise will help to calm the mind and lower the physical symptoms of anxiety and stress
A loving kindness audio exercise to help with anxiety Download one of my audiobooks for free by signing up for an Audible account using one of the links below: Overcome Anxiety and Panic Attacks: bit.ly/3ARwZ4A Overcome Social Anxiety: bit.ly/3Xlhpal
An exercise to guide you through a panic attack using abdominal breathing Download one of my audiobooks for free by signing up for an Audible account using one of the links below: Overcome Anxiety and Panic Attacks: bit.ly/3ARwZ4A Overcome Social Anxiety: bit.ly/3Xlhpal