We will learn:
Why trying harder to face your fears, and using willpower to force decisions, simply do not work.
Why avoidance reinforces anticipatory anxiety and chronic indecisiveness.
The five steps of surrender to overcome indecision.

If you look up why people are indecisive, you’ll get a number of answers like people pleasing, perfectionism, or a fear of taking responsibility.. but all of these come back to one thing: anticipatory anxiety.

Anticipatory anxiety is essentially getting anxious about the possibility of being anxious. It’s when you basically get hijacked by your own imagination.

But the thing is, indecision is not a personality trait. It’s a behavioral problem.
The good news is, that means it can be changed. And in order to change it, it’s helpful to understand our personal areas of sensitivity, the patterns we create when we avoid decisions, and the underlying issues that can cause it. So that’s what we’re talking about today.

Our guest is Dr. Sally Winston. She is a clinical psychologist, a master clinician in anxiety disorders and OCD, and co-author of 4 books with Dr. Martin Seif. She’s also the founder and Executive Director of the Anxiety and Stress Disorders Institute.

Links from the episode:
Show Notes: https://mindlove.com/248
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We will learn:
<ul>
<li>Why trying harder to face your fears, and using willpower to force decisions, simply do not work.</li>
<li>Why avoidance reinforces anticipatory anxiety and chronic indecisiveness.</li>
<li>The five steps of surrender to overcome indecision.</li>
</ul>
If you look up why people are indecisive, you’ll get a number of answers like people pleasing, perfectionism, or a fear of taking responsibility.. but all of these come back to one thing: anticipatory anxiety.
Anticipatory anxiety is essentially getting anxious about the possibility of being anxious. It’s when you basically get hijacked by your own imagination.
But the thing is, indecision is not a personality trait. It’s a behavioral problem. The good news is, that means it can be changed. And in order to change it, it’s helpful to understand our personal areas of sensitivity, the patterns we create when we avoid decisions, and the underlying issues that can cause it. So that’s what we’re talking about today.
Our guest is Dr. Sally Winston. She is a clinical psychologist, a master clinician in anxiety disorders and OCD, and co-author of 4 books with Dr. Martin Seif. She’s also the founder and Executive Director of the Anxiety and Stress Disorders Institute.
Links from the episode:
<ul>
<li>Show Notes: <a href="https://mindlove.com/podcast/chronic-indecision-anticipatory-anxiety">https://mindlove.com/248</a></li>
<li><a href="https://mindlove.com/">Sign up for The Morning Mind Love</a> for short daily notes from your highest self. </li>
<li><a href="https://mindlove.com/premium">Get Mind Love Premium</a> for exclusive ad-free episodes and monthly meditations. </li>
<li><a href="https://mindlove.com/sponsors">Support Mind Love Sponsors</a></li>
</ul>

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Give your mind a little love with Mind Love, a podcast that explores the magic of self-love and empowers you to cultivate a healthy relationship with your mind. Each week, Melissa Monte meets with an expert who shares their insights, research and strategies for overcoming the psychological and emotional obstacles that stand in the way of self-acceptance and growth. Whether you’re looking to launch yourself onto the path of your dreams, overcome negative thought patterns or simply treat yourself with more kindness, Mind Love was designed for you.
Join us as we delve into the fascinating and complex world of mindfulness, mindset and mind science, and discover the transformative power of caring for your own mind and spirit. So, if you're ready to embark on a journey of self-discovery and personal growth, tune in to "Mind Love" and show your mind some love today.

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Give your mind a little love with Mind Love, a podcast that explores the magic of self-love and empowers you to cultivate a healthy relationship with your mind. Each week, Melissa Monte meets with an expert who shares their insights, research and strategies for overcoming the psychological and emotional obstacles that stand in the way of self-acceptance and growth. Whether you’re looking to launch yourself onto the path of your dreams, overcome negative thought patterns or simply treat yourself with more kindness, Mind Love was designed for you.

Join us as we delve into the fascinating and complex world of mind science, and discover the transformative power of caring for your own mind and spirit. So, if you're ready to embark on a journey of self-discovery and personal growth, tune in to "Mind Love" and show your mind some love today.

Give your mind a little love with Mind Love, a podcast that explores the magic of self-love and empowers you to cultivate a healthy relationship with your mind. Each week, Melissa Monte meets with an expert who shares their insights, research and strategies for overcoming the psychological and emotional obstacles that stand in the way of self-acceptance and growth. Whether you’re looking to launch yourself onto the path of your dreams, overcome negative thought patterns or simply treat yourself with more kindness, Mind Love was designed for you.
Join us as we delve into the fascinating and complex world of mind science, and discover the transformative power of caring for your own mind and spirit. So, if you're ready to embark on a journey of self-discovery and personal growth, tune in to "Mind Love" and show your mind some love today.

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