What if managing your anxiety was as simple as telling the story of your day? In this episode, we explore how storytelling can soothe anxiety, create meaning, and give you a sense of calm control over life’s ups and downs.
We’ll dive into:

• Why storytelling is more than entertainment—it’s a meaning-making machine
• How your brain changes when you narrate your experiences
• Why redemption stories (not contamination ones) are key to feeling better

Timestamps:

00:30 Discovering Storytelling as Anxiety Management
01:06 The High Low Buffalo Routine
03:47 The Power of Storytelling in Daily Life
06:05 The Psychological Benefits of Storytelling
07:19 Transforming Lows into Redemption Stories
09:07 The Role of a Sympathetic Listener
13:28 The Importance of Storytelling for Meaning
14:11 Encouragement to Start Storytelling
16:27 Kindness Narrative: A Kind Russian Airline Agent
For full show notes, including resources mentioned, go to: https://www.calmyourcaveman.com/episodes/tell-your-story-for-anxiety-management-

Music for this episode: J.S. Bach, Goldberg Variations, Transcribed for String Trio (excerpts). Performed by Avery Ensemble live 12/2/2017. Used by permission.
To see original performance go to: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=TELZsL_5W2c
More information about the Avery Ensemble at https://www.averyensemble.com/