Why does the past feel like it’s still happening—especially when you’re anxious?
In this episode, we’re talking about that all-too-familiar feeling of being emotionally pulled back into a past situation, even when you know you're safe. Whether it’s a memory, a mistake, or something that still carries emotional weight—anxiety can make it feel like you’re right back there.

We’ll explore:
✔️ Why your brain replays past moments like they’re happening now
✔️ How emotional memory and survival instincts keep you stuck
✔️ The role of cognitive distortions (like overgeneralising and emotional reasoning)
✔️ Grounding tools to bring yourself back to the present
✔️ How to stop fearing that the past will repeat itself
✔️ Therapist-backed ways to gently reframe what anxiety is telling you

If you’ve ever spiralled over an old fear, felt triggered by a familiar feeling, or been frustrated with your brain for rehashing the past—this episode is for you.

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