# EP 261 Escape the Stress & Anxiety Loop...

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Podcast: [The Rooted DC- Reclaim Your Legitimacy](https://stenobird.com/podcast/the-rooted-dc-reclaim-your-legitimacy-6399338)
Published: 2024-09-12T16:00:00+00:00
Episode link: https://rootedpractice.alitu.com/episode/224be418-d427-467d-91a0-0108d9d1be29
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Duration seconds: 901

## Resource

In this episode, Dr. Alex explores the importance of bodily awareness and emotional recognition. She reflects on her personal journey with anxiety, revealing how she has become more attuned to the physical sensations associated with it, such as tight shoulders and chest discomfort. Dr. Alex discusses the role of tools like the Oura ring in monitoring stress levels and emphasizes the need for self-check-ins to understand and manage emotions better. The episode encourages listeners to consider their own body awareness and offers insights into developing a deeper connection with their emotions. Time Stamps: 00:00:35 - Question on Body Awareness 00:01:07 - Personal Experience with Anxiety 00:02:20 - Importance of Emotional Awareness 00:03:14 - Guided Body Scan Exercise 00:05:30 - Breathing and Heart Connection 00:06:24 - Setting Intentions and Gratitude 00:08:05 - Daily Practice and Benefits 00:09:31 - Living and Leading from the Heart 00:10:33 - Personal Progress and Oura Ring Insights 00:11:16 - Newsletter and Substack Invitation Mentioned in this episode: Subscribe to the Soul Shift Chronicles here . Check out Dr. Alex's Substack- Getting to The Heart of It

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