Welcome back to Stepping into Purpose! Today, I’m joined by my lovely friend Kristina Driscoll, host of She’s Brave with Kristina Driscoll. Kristina has an incredible story of resilience, courage, and stepping into her purpose, and in this episode, we explore what it truly means to be brave—not by eliminating fear, but by moving forward despite it.In Part 1 of our conversation, we dive deep into managing anxiety, regulating the nervous system, and building self-trust. Kristina and I discuss simple but powerful tools for calming anxiety, the importance of curating a life that supports your well-being, and how stepping into your purpose requires courage and authenticity.✨ Top Takeaways from Part 1:1️⃣ Nervous System Regulation for Anxiety Relief:-Using affirmations like “I am safe” or Louise Hay’s teachings can help calm the nervous system and reduce anxiety.-Naming emotions—saying “I feel anxious”—can help regulate the nervous system and ease the fight-or-flight response.-Simple breathwork techniques, like sighing or lengthening the exhale, can bring the body into a more relaxed state.2️⃣ Building Healthy Habits for Managing Anxiety:-Habit-stacking (like adding meditation after yoga) makes self-care routines more sustainable.-Creating a curated life that prioritizes well-being is key to long-term nervous system regulation.3️⃣ Stepping into Purpose with Courage and Authenticity:-Stepping into your purpose takes bravery, especially for women who have spent years living by societal expectations.-Living authentically means making choices based on inner alignment rather than external validation.-Healing and nervous system regulation must come before pushing toward big goals—true growth happens when we’re in a regulated state.This is just Part 1 of our conversation—stay tuned for Part 2, where we dive even deeper into nervous system healing, anxiety relief, and embracing midlife transformation!🎧 Listen now and let us know your biggest takeaway!Connect with Kristina Driscoll:🔗 She’s Brave with Kristina Driscoll Podcast: https://shesbravepodcast.com/📸 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/shesbravepodcast/Let’s Connect!📸 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/lydiagillman.lovetoatee/🌎 Website:https://www.lydia-gillman.com/If you loved this episode, please leave a review and share it with someone who needs this message! 💛