How To Overcome Fear and Anxiety with Christopher Paul Jones

The Tailoring Talk Magazine

200. Do you have New Year Fear & Anxiety?
In this personal development episode of the Tailoring Talk Magazine, host Roberto Revilla is on a mission to overcome fear and anxiety with Christopher Paul Jones, a leading phobia specialist, discussing the nature of fears and phobias, particularly in the context of the New Year.
They explore the differences between fear and phobia, the triggers that cause them, and the integrated change system that Christopher employs to help clients overcome their anxieties. The conversation also touches on the impact of social media on mental health, the challenges of public speaking, and the importance of reframing one's mindset to face fears effectively.
Christopher shares insights from his book, 'Face Your Fears,' and offers practical advice for listeners struggling with their own fears and anxieties as they embark on a new year.
Connect with Chris at https://christopherpauljones.com
Read the book, Face Your Fears here https://amzn.eu/d/87L4P9s
Chapters
00:00 New Year, New Fears
05:01 Understanding Phobias vs. Fears
10:13 The Integrated Change System
15:46 The Role of Focus and Self-Talk
23:38 Social Media's Impact on Mental Health
30:23 The Impact of Social Media on Self-Perception
31:59 Writing and Publishing 'Face Your Fears'
32:36 The Process of Writing a Book
34:36 Connecting with Clients vs. Writing
36:26 Advice for Those Struggling with Fears
37:53 Overcoming Public Speaking Anxiety
40:40 Reframing Fears and Cognitive Techniques
42:15 Final Thoughts and Future Conversations
Takeaways:
-New Year can bring anxiety for many people.
-Fear and phobia are different; fear is manageable, phobia is not.
-Understanding triggers is key to overcoming fears.
-The Integrated Change System helps clients address phobias.
-Social media can amplify feelings of inadequacy and fear.
-Public speaking is a common fear that can be managed.
-Reframing thoughts can help reduce anxiety.
-Focus on serving the audience rather than self-judgment.
-Writing a book requires breaking down complex ideas into manageable steps.
-Facing fears often involves changing the narrative in your mind.

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