In this episode, Kristen is joined by Ben Eckstein, a therapist specializing in OCD, anxiety, and related disorders, to explore the impact of worry and rumination. They discuss key insights from Ben's book, Worrying Is Optional, offering practical strategies for effectively managing anxiety.
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Ben’s book:
Worrying Is Optional: Break the Cycle of Anxiety and Rumination That Keeps You Stuck: https://www.amazon.com/dp/1648482147/ref=cm_sw_r_as_gl_api_gl_i_VD9H3E48WJ60PV2W5Q0F?linkCode=ml1&tag=boice01-20
Book that inspired Ben:
The Happiness Trap (Second Edition): How to Stop Struggling and Start Living: https://www.amazon.com/dp/1645471160/ref=cm_sw_r_as_gl_api_gl_i_9F8JR3ZHYZSKA8Q12GT6?linkCode=ml1&tag=boice01-20
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