I have covered the acceptance approach to the recovery from anxiety on this website in the section titled: “The Method”. However, this is a very superficial explanation. Even though the principles of this approach are very simple Continue reading “The Acceptance Approach”
Tag: Claire Weekes
Dr. Claire Weekes – founder of acceptance-based treatment methods for anxiety and panic attacks.
Second Fear
“First fear” is the natural response to danger. “Second fear” is our reaction to the anxiety itself. Second fear is the Continue reading “Second Fear”
Let Time Pass
Dr. Claire Weekes the founder of the acceptance approach to anxiety recovery was very clear about the need to let time pass. She explained anxiety itself, and how we need to change our thinking and be willing to accept our symptoms. But she also made it clear up front that Continue reading “Let Time Pass”
Acceptance-Based Approach to Recovery
The originator of the acceptance-based approach to recovery from anxiety and panic attacks was Dr. Claire Weekes, an Australian physician. Dr. Weekes developed the approach based on her own experience as an anxiety sufferer and her subsequent recovery. She wrote a number of popular books on anxiety, and for the final 30 years of her life dedicated herself to helping others recover from this condition. Continue reading “Acceptance-Based Approach to Recovery”