Where I started
I did not know exactly what was happening to me, but I knew I needed help. I recently found myself in a situation that I was unable to cope with and since I didn't really understand the nature of the problem, I really didn't know where to begin to help myself. I consider myself a well-informed person, but lately the news, the media, and the talk on the streets about the economy has been so negative that I found myself impacted in ways I had never expected. I am a small-business owner and the constant gloom concerning the economy and the world recession made me question myself, my business, and my future. I found myself lying awake at night worrying about my family and the business I have poured my heart into. I was on edge, almost to the point that I was ineffective at work. I became irritable and lost my temper easily. Finally, I turned to MyExpertSolution.
Jake Today
I gained so much knowledge from the experts that now I feel like I am an expert in changing my own life. In my experience with MyExpertSolution, I found out that anxiety is very common in today's world and that there are very effective ways of overcoming it. I have learned to identify the sources of my anxiety and to recognize when my body and mind are reacting anxiously. I found many techniques for relieving those reactions, calming my body and mind, and re-training myself to react in positive, constructive ways.
Solutions for Jake
Questions
Jake submitted his question to MyExpertSolution and received a personalized expert response within 24 hours that he used as the starting point in his journey.
"I consider myself a well-informed person, but lately the news has been so troublesome that I have considered not listening or reading it any longer. I am a small-business owner and the constant pessimism and gloom reported concerning the economy has made me more than a little uneasy. I find myself lying awake at night worrying about my future and I am on edge, almost to the point that I am ineffective at work. How can I address my anxiety and focus on what is important in my life?"
Jake also browsed the library of member questions to see what other members had asked regarding similar circumstances. Jake soon found out he was not alone.
Experts
Once Jake connected with an expert in anxiety, he found a wealth of information from this and other MyExpertSolution experts specializing in anxiety and stress. He found out that anxiety is common, especially in these troubled times, but he also found out that there is plenty of help available.
Dr. Jared Maloff
Dr. Rich Varlinsky
Audio Instruction
Jake began to browse through the expert audio instruction library available on MyExpertSolution and he found a wealth of information on the sources and roots of anxiety, especially as it relates to economic trends. He also found excellent strategies for dealing with anxiety, all in clear, easily accessed audio format.
Articles
There were also some insightful articles concerning anxiety and fear that Jake found had some very practical strategies.
Jake found the article very helpful and decided to browse through other available articles to see what he could find. The information was extensive and very helpful.
Products
One of the most important things Jake learned in his experiences and readings was that dealing with his anxiety was not a one-step process. It was recommended that he use some professional materials to learn more about anxiety and how he can use the knowledge and strategies to make a positive change in his life. He began with a CD-set aimed right at the heart of his issue.
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"Anxiety, the Economy, & You" > more
Non-Member Price: $29.95
Member Price: $25.95
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He then wanted some long-term strategies he could apply to dealing with the physical and emotional effects of his anxiety
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"The Anxiety & Phobia Workbook" > more
Non-Member Price: $21.95
Member Price: $19.76
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