161. Anticipatory Stress (Insomnia, Public Speaking, etc.)
161. Anticipatory Stress (Insomnia, Public Speaking, etc.)  
Podcast: UnF*ck Your Brain: Feminist Self-Help for Everyone
Published On: Thu Nov 26 2020
Description: If you have insomnia, do you spend so much energy dreading the possibility of waking up at night that you literally can’t fall asleep? This is a perfect example of anticipatory stress, the stress we feel in anticipation of anything we label “bad.” It’s also the main source of our suffering in any situation we dread. Tune in to learn four simple steps you can take to feel calmer even if what you fear comes to pass.Get full show notes and more information here: https://unfuckyourbrain.com/161Mentioned in this episode:What’s really blocking you from speaking up?You already suspect you hold back from asking for what you want or telling the truth about how you feel. But did you know that there are three main Speak Up Barriers that prevent women from getting what they want in life? This free quiz shows you which one is causing you the most trouble, so you can finally ask for the raise, ask for the help, and have that conversation you’ve been rehearsing in the shower. To take the quiz, go to: https://the-school-of-new-feminist-thought.captivate.fm/quizTake the free quiz here!