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b"In today's episode, Gina reviews the phenomenon of morning anxiety and seeks to calm and soothe those who may be experiencing it with the knowledge that the occurrence is entirely natural and normal.\\xa0Gina describes her own personal experience with morning anxiety and provides four tips to help listeners reduce their morning anxiety.\\nLink to another episode about morning anxiety\\nhttps://www.theanxietycoachespodcast.com/episodes/254-soothing-morning-anxiety\\nGreat Book for further exploring anxiety and stress!\\nFull Catastrophe Living: Using the Wisdom of Your Body and Mind to Face Stress, Pain, and Illness\\nhttps://amzn.to/32ETGnf\\nPlease visit our Sponsor Page to find all the links and codes for our awesome sponsors!\\nhttps://www.theanxietycoachespodcast.com/sponsors/\\nThank you for supporting The Anxiety Coaches Podcast.\\nFind even more peace and calm with our Supercast premium access membership! https://anxietycoaches.supercast.com/\\nHere's what's included for $5/month:\\n\\u2764 New Ad-Free episodes every Sunday and Wednesday\\n\\u2764 Access to the entire Ad-free back-catalog with over 600 episodes\\n\\u2764 Premium meditations recorded with you in mind\\n\\u2764 And more fun surprises along the way!\\nAll this in your favorite podcast app!\\nTo learn more go to:\\nhttps://www.theanxietycoachespodcast.com\\nJoin our Group Coaching Full or Mini Membership Program\\xa0\\nLearn more about our One-on-One Coaching\\nWhat is anxiety?\\nQuote:\\nYour body is precious. It is your vehicle for awakening. Treat it with care.\\n-Buddha\\nChapters\\n0:00:24 Introduction and Setting the Topic: Morning Anxiety\\n0:03:52 Causes and Understanding Morning Anxiety\\n0:08:21 The Impact of Fasting on Morning Hunger and Anxiety\\n0:10:33 Lifestyle Changes and Self-Care Strategies for Morning Anxiety\\nSummary\\nWelcome back to the Anxiety Coaches Podcast. Today, I want to provide you with four tips to help reduce morning anxiety. Morning anxiety is a common issue that can have a negative impact on your entire day. I understand this all too well, as I used to wake up feeling overwhelmed with a sense of doom and gloom. The symptoms of morning anxiety can vary, but some common ones include fatigue, feelings of doom, panic sensations, tight chest, tense muscles, higher heart rate, difficulty breathing, and difficulty concentrating. If you are experiencing any of these symptoms, keep listening because I have some solutions for you.\\n\\nMorning anxiety is typically caused by excess stress and worries that we carry from the previous day or night. When we experience fear and stress, the stress hormone cortisol is released, which can contribute to heightened cortisol levels upon waking up. This is known as the cortisol awakening response, and it is a normal bodily reaction. It's important to understand that this response is not a cause for alarm, even though it may feel like anxiety. Cortisol levels are highest in the first hour after waking up, which can contribute to increased anxiety in the morning. Conversely, cortisol levels are lowest in the evening, which is why many people feel calmer and more relaxed at night.\\n\\nWhen starting your day, it's crucial to be mindful of what you put into your body, as it can impact your anxiety symptoms. Factors such as low blood sugar from fasting overnight can also contribute to morning anxiety. By understanding the causes and triggers of morning anxiety, we can take steps to manage and reduce it.\\n\\nIf you find yourself going to bed worrying or waking up with anxious thoughts, it can worsen anxiety symptoms and lead to concerns about the day ahead. This is because cortisol, the stress hormone, is released at unusual times, perpetuating a cycle of fear, adrenaline, and cortisol. However, there are lifestyle changes that can be made to help manage morning anxiety. Getting enough sleep, eliminating alcohol and caffeine, eating a healthy diet, and reducing stress at work and home are important factors.\\nLearn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices"