28. How to Stop Spiraling: Getting Grounded When Anxiety Takes Over

20/09/2025 9 min Episodio 28

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Episode Synopsis

Do you ever find yourself stuck in a thought loop—rehashing the same scenarios, worries, or “what ifs” over and over again? In this episode of The Parenting Lab, we’re talking about why our thoughts spiral out of control and what you can do to stop it.You’ll learn:Why spiraling happens in the brain and nervous systemHow thought loops keep us stuck in shame and anxietyThree practical steps to break free: looking for patterns, looking for evidence, and looking for alignmentIf you’ve ever replayed an argument in your head, questioned whether you’re a “good parent,” or spiraled into worst-case thinking at 2 a.m., this conversation will give you tools to calm your mind and come back to clarity.♥ Your Parent Coach, BrittneyFREE Core Values WorksheetFor free resources, online courses, or to join the mailing list, please visit theparentinglab.orgFollow on Instagram @theparentinglabpodcastEmail Brittney: [email protected]

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