Episode 64 Anxiety in the life: Recognising the trigger

In the final episode of the anxiety series, Tom explores how anxiety often starts in the body before it ever becomes a thought.

Racing heart, tension, urgency, these physical signals can quickly pull us into overthinking or reactive behaviour. And in those moments, we’re more likely to believe thoughts that are fast, protective, and often exaggerated.

This episode focuses on a simple but powerful skill: recognising when you’re triggered and creating space before you act.

This week’s experiment: when you notice the signs, pause for 90 seconds. Don’t react, don’t respond, just let the wave pass, and then choose your next move more deliberately.