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Scenario

When Mindful Movement Increases Rather Than Reduces Anxiety

I started tai chi because my therapist said it would help with anxiety but the slow movements make me more aware of how agitated I am inside and now I feel worse. Standing still is torture.

More people experience this than they realize.

What we've seen

Contemplative practices can initially amplify the very symptoms they're meant to address by removing familiar distractions.

Your guide for this
Dipa
Dipa works with people navigating exactly this kind of situation.
Ideas that help explain it
Worth thinking about

“Where Are You with Traditional movement practices — Tai Chi yoga qigong martial arts?”

Peri

Peri can explain why this happens, help you decide if this is the right situation for you, and point toward the right journey or coach.

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