Moving on from chronic anxiety

Are you wondering why you are trapped in your anxiety?

Do you feel like your mental health is constantly on a slippery slope?

Anxiety can arise for a variety of reasons and once it takes hold, its effects can be profound. It disrupts our body's ability to absorb essential nutrients, which are crucial for maintaining physical and mental well-being. Additionally, anxiety often alters our breathing patterns, leading to increased stress and diminished sleep quality. As our bodies react to the heightened state of alertness, it can trigger dormant primitive reflexes, creating a vicious cycle that ensnares individuals in a persistent state of anxiety. Breaking free from this chronic state requires a holistic approach that addresses both the psychological and physiological aspects of anxiety, enabling a return to balance and improved overall health.

The retention of the fear paralysis reflex or Moro reflex can lead to a persistent state of being trapped in a "frozen" condition, perpetually toggling between fight or flight responses. This ongoing reaction results in a lifelong pattern of stressed behaviour, where anxious responses become the default mode for navigating life's challenges.

Primitive reflexes, which are innate to infants, serve as essential survival mechanisms and are designed to deactivate by the age of one. Their main function is to support the development of neural pathways necessary for higher brain functioning. However, if these reflexes remain active—whether retained since birth or triggered by trauma or illness—they can obstruct learning and contribute to various difficulties, further complicating an individual's ability to thrive and adapt in their environment. Understanding and addressing these retained reflexes is crucial for fostering healthier development and emotional regulation.

I can help you move on from chronic anxiety by deactivating your primitive reflexes and helping calm your system from within.