Understanding Health Anxiety - A Talk

In this talk, we’ll gently explore what health anxiety is, why it feels so convincing, and how the mind–body cycle keeps it going. You’ll begin to recognise the common patterns that drive worry, reassurance-seeking, and symptom checking, with compassion rather than judgement. I’ll share simple, practical ways to interrupt the spiral and calm your nervous system, helping you build a steadier relationship with uncertainty. This is not about dismissing real health concerns, but about understanding when anxiety has taken the lead, and learning how to respond differently.