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How to Break the Anxiety-Fear-Avoidance Cycle - Superorganizers - Every
The most critical element that separates normal from problematic anxiety and fear is this: avoidance, avoidance, and more avoidance. It’s the common tie that binds all anxiety disorders together. Avoidance of fear and anxiety feeds anxiety and fear, and it shrinks lives.
John P. Forsyth • The Mindfulness and Acceptance Workbook for Anxiety: A Guide to Breaking Free from Anxiety, Phobias, and Worry Using Acceptance and Commitment Therapy
“The most common response when we’re scared is avoidance.
The longer we wait, the greater the fear.
Action reduces fear.”
The longer we wait, the greater the fear.
Action reduces fear.”