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EP7 - Facing Fear, Finding Voice: Daisy’s Rise from Silence to Head Girl
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In this episode of Anxiety Uncovered, I share one of the most powerful transformations I’ve ever witnessed. Daisy went from being too anxious to say her name in a small workshop to standing up as Head Girl and preparing to speak in front of 1400 people!
So we break down exactly how she did it, using a simple but life-changing technique called systematic desensitisation. I explain why avoidance keeps anxiety alive, what an “exposure ladder” really looks like, and how you can use the same approach to rewire your brain, say “see ya!” to your fears, and finally feel more in control.
Here are the Highlights:
03:05 Why avoiding fear feels safe but keeps you stuck
06:01 Daisy explains her “ladder effect” for overcoming assemblies
07:34 The role of trust and why you can’t do this alone
10:54 Breaking down Daisy’s seven steps to confidence
14:37 Where Daisy is now, and how different life feels for her
15:19 My takeaway: humour, small wins, and why nerves aren’t the enemy
19:27 Your free tool: how to build your own exposure ladder
Resource for this episode is available to download HERE
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