"Anxiety RX" by Dr. Russell Kennedy introduces a paradigm-shifting approach to anxiety by differentiating between alarm (the body's primal, instinctive response to danger) and anxiety (the mind's reaction to that alarm). Traditional methods often focus on managing anxiety symptoms, but Dr. Kennedy’s approach targets the root cause by calming the nervous system's alarm response. This distinction empowers individuals to break the cycle of anxiety by using somatic techniques to regulate their body's reactions, reducing the need for the mind to amplify fear. It seemed apparent, but it was incredibly validating to have it framed that way, helping me identify the alarm within my body for more directed and intentional work.