270. I’m Better… So Why Am I Still Afraid The Anxiety Will Come Back?

You’ve come a long way.You’re functioning again.Life feels more normal. So why does it still feel like you’re waiting for anxiety to come back? In this episode, we talk about the stage of healing no one prepares you for the fear that lingers after anxiety has eased. The quiet hyper-vigilance. The constant self-monitoring. The thought of, “What if I end up there again?” If you’re no longer in panic, but still living with fear in the background, this episode is for you. In this episode, we explore: Why fear can remain even after anxiety improves The difference between being anxious and being afraid of anxiety How your nervous system remembers past distress — even during calm Why healing doesn’t mean anxiety will never show up again What real safety actually comes from (and it’s not certainty) How to trust yourself again after a hard season This conversation isn’t about “fixing” yourself.It’s about understanding why this fear exists and learning how to move forward without letting it control your life. If you’ve ever thought, “I’m better… but I don’t feel safe yet,” you’re not alone and nothing has gone wrong. Episode sponsored by: Jones Road (If you want makeup that brings out your natural glow instead of hiding it, Jones Road is the way to go. For a limited Don’t forget to rate and review The Chicks! 🌐 Connect With Us ⁠@theanxietychicks⁠ | ⁠@theanxietyhealer⁠ | ⁠@health_anxiety⁠ ✨ Taylor’s #1 Anxiety Healing Supplement, Free Resources & More: ⁠peakofpanic.com/collections/all⁠ Order The Anxiety Healers Guide Here: https://theanxietyhealer.com/books  🧰 Alison's Free Resources, Coaching & Healing Toolkit: ⁠www.theanxietyhealer.com⁠ 🎥 Watch Full Episodes on YouTube Subscribe for more anxiety healing content, interviews, and behind-the-scenes insight. www.youtube.com/@anxietychicks Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices