Maria Mojo Mondays: Anxiety isn't the enemy - it's a Messenger

Hey Mindset Maverick,

Let’s talk about anxiety.
Not the clinical diagnosis (that deserves the right kind of support).
I’m talking about the anxious spirals. The tension. The pit in your stomach. The 3 a.m. “what if” loops that hijack your peace.

Anxiety is real. And for so many high-achievers, it’s not a weakness — it’s a well-worn pattern.

You’re not broken.
You’re not overreacting.
You’re human.

And the good news? You don’t have to live in that fight-or-flight space forever.

The Truth About Anxiety:

Anxiety is your brain trying to protect you.
It’s scanning for threats. Trying to predict the future. Trying to control what feels uncontrollable.

But here’s the thing:
Anxiety is LOUD.
And unless you lead it… it will run the show.

💡 Mojo Mindset Shifts to Dismantle Anxiety’s Grip:

1️⃣ Name the narrative.
Anxiety thrives in vagueness. Get specific.
Instead of “I’m just anxious,” ask, “What am I telling myself right now?”
Name it. Then question it. Is it true? Is it helpful?

2️⃣ Ground yourself in the now.
Anxiety lives in the future.
So pull yourself back into the present.
Try this: 5 things you see, 4 things you feel, 3 things you hear, 2 things you smell, 1 thing you taste.
Instant nervous system reset.

3️⃣ Shift from fear to leadership.
Your anxiety is trying to run you.
Time to flip the script: “Thanks for the heads up, brain — I’ve got this from here.”
It’s not denial. It’s deciding who’s in charge.

4️⃣ Don’t self-abandon.
When you feel anxious, don’t shame yourself for it.
Get curious. Get kind. Get supportive.
What would you say to a friend feeling this way? Say it to yourself.

Mojo Color Code Insight: How Your Personality Handles Anxiety

🟥 REDS: You want control — so uncertainty can make you feel helpless. Lean into productive action, but also learn to pause without panic.

🟦 BLUES: You feel deeply — and worry about others. Remember, you’re not responsible for everyone’s happiness. Put your oxygen mask on first.

⬜ WHITES: You avoid conflict — so anxiety might show up as withdrawal. Speak up. Ask for what you need. Your peace matters, too.

🟨 YELLOWS: You chase positivity — but may run from hard emotions. Sit with the discomfort. It won’t last forever, and you’re stronger than you think.

🔥 FINAL MOJO BOOST:

You are not your anxiety.
You are the calm beneath it.
You are the leader above it.
You are the soul beyond it.

You don’t need to fix every fear to feel free.
You just need to lead yourself through it — with presence, compassion, and mindset mastery.

Take the breath.
Anchor into now.
And move forward like the powerful human you are.

You’ve got this.

With grounded courage and lots of love,
— Maria Lesetz 💛
Your Mindset & Resilience Coach

P.S. If anxiety has you spinning, and you're ready to reclaim your peace, my Color Code Power Session could be the breakthrough moment you’ve been waiting for.

A 75-minute 1:1 deep dive that reveals your core personality, emotional triggers, and tools to navigate stress like a pro.

🎯 Let’s build a mindset that calms your nervous system AND lights up your life.

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