The life-changing power of managing anxiety, one bite at a time.
In 2019, India Sturgis — successful journalist, mother and wife — was admitted into the Priory hospital with anxiety so crippling she was deemed a risk to herself. On her slow journey back to herself, it became clear that anxiety doesn't discriminate — anyone can suffer from it regardless of external circumstances, but anyone can learn to cope with it too.
On her personal journey to uncover the coping strategies that work, India tried every imaginable avenue: antidepressants, benzodiazepines, psychotherapy, group therapy, art therapy, drama therapy, CBT, aromatherapy, mindfulness, meditation, hypnosis, EFT, cranial electrotherapy stimulation, neurofeedback, supplements, diet, yoga, cold water swimming and more. She combines this personal exploration with the latest medical and lifestyle thinking from world-leading experts to produce a clear-sighted, comprehensive and human look at anxiety.
Praise
“Categorically the most useful book I have ever read about how to navigate, manage and make friends with your anxiety.” — Pandora Sykes
“The best book on anxiety I know.” — Prof Nick Haslam, Professor of Psychology, University of Melbourne
About the author
India Sturgis is a journalist who worked at The Times, The Daily Mail and The Daily Telegraph before going freelance. This is her first book.
