Palpitations in ANXIETY, how to use Claire Weekes method

Dr. Claire Weekes' method for dealing with palpitations focuses on understanding and accepting the symptoms rather than fearing them. Here are the key steps to using her approach:
Understand the Palpitations:
Recognize that palpitations are often a symptom of anxiety or stress and, while they can be unsettling, they are generally harmless if you've been medically cleared of any serious heart condition.
Understand that your body is responding to stress or anxiety, and palpitations are a physical manifestation of this.
Acceptance:
Accept that you are experiencing palpitations instead of trying to fight them or panic.
Remind yourself that while they are uncomfortable, they are not dangerous.
Floating Through:
Allow the palpitations to happen without resistance. Imagine you are floating through the experience rather than tensing up against it.
Breathe slowly and deeply, letting your body relax as much as possible.
Facing the Fear:
Face the fear that comes with palpitations. Understand that fear exacerbates the symptoms.
Acknowledge the fear and allow it to be present without giving it power over you.
Letting Time Pass:
Give your body and mind time to calm down. Anxiety-induced palpitations will subside as your stress levels decrease.
Be patient with yourself and don't rush the process.
Building Confidence:
Over time, as you practice these steps and experience that the palpitations are not harmful, your confidence will grow.
Remember past experiences where you were able to manage and overcome palpitations.
By consistently applying these principles, you can reduce the frequency and intensity of palpitations and build a more resilient response to anxiety.
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