The Paradox of Letting Go (Podcast Ep 195)

Everyone has likely been told at some point or another...

“Let it go, man.”

This is common life advice.  Letting things go is offered up as a path to calm, peace, and a less stressful life. Want serenity? Just let go, man.  Life is too short to worry about stuff. Is this common life advice applicable in the context of anxiety recovery?

Yes.  And no.

The concept of letting go - giving up the struggle - is a key concept in anxiety recovery.  But in the context of recovery, letting go is not a thing designed to create instant calm or tranquility.  In fact, the initial act of letting go will do quite the opposite.  It will likely increase tension and discomfort. Over time we find a reduction in tension. As we progress, we do find increased contentment and calm. This is achieved through the repeated, long-term practice of letting go, even when letting go may increase discomfort at any given moment.

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