This week, Michael Dermansky sits down with Valerie Judge, founder and managing director of Rose Phoenix Health, for an insightful conversation about the impact of anxiety on our behaviour and its intricate connection to pain.

Valerie navigates the various stages of stress and anxiety, shedding light on how they can hinder our progress towards goals. She also explores the complex relationship between anxiety and pain, demonstrating how they often amplify each other.

Throughout the discussion, Valerie shares valuable strategies to manage fear and anxiety, including the power of talking therapy and relaxation techniques. She underlines the importance of seeking help when anxiety begins to cast a shadow over our enjoyment of life and advocates for regular sessions with a psychologist as part of a holistic well-being plan.

Let’s get confident!

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