Mastering the Art of Questioning: Transforming Anxiety and Finding Clarity

05/16/24 • 16 min

Welcome to Episode 122 of Stillness in the Storms! In this episode, we delve into the transformative power of asking the right questions to cut through anxiety and find clarity. Inspired by a poignant moment from Will Young's experience with the Samaritans, we explore how deep, meaningful questions can help us navigate life's challenges and uncover profound insights.

You can support the show and access links to my other podcast, Inner Peace Meditations, at stevenwebb.uk. Feel free to reach out and contact me through the website as well.

Memorable Quotes

"Are you tired of life or are you tired of your anxiety?" - Will Young's Samaritan
"The power of the question is more important than the actual answer."
"It's not about turning a question from negative to positive; it's about deepening the question."

Thought-Provoking Questions

Common Questions and Their Deeper Alternatives:

Common: How are you feeling?
Deeper: What are you really feeling now and why?
Common: What do you do for a living?
Deeper: Who are you beyond the roles and titles you hold in life?
Common: Why is this happening to me?
Deeper: What can I learn from this situation? How can it help me grow?
Common: What if I fail?
Deeper: What would I do if I knew I couldn’t fail? How can I take the next step towards that today?
Common: How can I get through this?
Deeper: What strengths and resources do I already possess to help me navigate this challenge?
Common: When will things get better?
Deeper: What can I do today to create a smaller moment of peace and joy?

About Steven Webb and Stillness in the Storms

I'm Steven Webb, a meditation and mindfulness teacher dedicated to helping you find inner peace in difficult times. After becoming a C5 complete tetraplegic following a diving accident at 18, I turned to Zen Buddhism and mindfulness to navigate life's challenges. My mission is to share these insights through my podcasts, including Stillness in the Storms and Inner Peace Meditations.

In Stillness in the Storms, we explore practical ways to find calm and clarity amidst life's chaos. Each episode is designed to offer you tools, reflections, and the encouragement to live a more peaceful and mindful life.

Thank you for listening and supporting the podcast. Remember, the right question can open the door to deeper understanding and transformation.

For more information and to support the podcast, visit stevenwebb.uk.

Take care and keep asking those powerful questions.

You can support the show and access links to my other podcast, Inner Peace Meditations, at stevenwebb.uk. Feel free to reach out and contact me through the website as well.

Memorable Quotes

"Are you tired of life or are you tired of your anxiety?" - Will Young's Samaritan
"The power of the question is more important than the actual answer."
"It's not about turning a question from negative to positive; it's about deepening the question."

Thought-Provoking Questions

Common Questions and Their Deeper Alternatives:

Common: How are you feeling?
Deeper: What are you really feeling now and why?
Common: What do you do for a living?
Deeper: Who are you beyond the roles and titles you hold in life?
Common: Why is this happening to me?
Deeper: What can I learn from this situation? How can it help me grow?
Common: What if I fail?
Deeper: What would I do if I knew I couldn’t fail? How can I take the next step towards that today?
Common: How can I get through this?
Deeper: What strengths and resources do I already possess to help me navigate this challenge?
Common: When will things get better?
Deeper: What can I do today to create a smaller moment of peace and joy?

About Steven Webb and Stillness in the Storms

Thank you for listening and supporting the podcast. Remember, the right question can open the door to deeper understanding and transformation.

For more information and to support the podcast, visit stevenwebb.uk.

Take care and keep asking those powerful questions.

Previous Episode

Unlock the Hidden Gifts of Solitude and Loneliness

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Welcome to "Stillness in the Storms," the podcast where we delve into the quieter moments of life to uncover their vast potential for personal growth and inner peace. In today's episode, we explore a topic that touches all of us but is often misunderstood: the profound gifts of solitude and loneliness. Join your host, Steven Webb, as he shares his transformative journey from the pangs of loneliness to the peaceful embrace of solitude. If you've ever felt alone in a crowd or sought meaningful connection in a busy world, this episode will reveal how these experiences are not just common but crucial pathways to deeper self-understanding and lasting tranquility.

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Key Quotes from the Episode:

"The journey from loneliness to solitude is about discovering the companionship of your own soul."
"Solitude isn't the absence of noise; it's the presence of an inward harmony."
"Embracing loneliness can be the first step towards building a deeper, more meaningful connection with yourself and others."

Closing Thoughts:

Today's exploration of solitude and loneliness is more than just a conversation; it's an invitation to reframe these experiences as opportunities for profound personal growth. Remember, it's not about escaping from the world but about deepening your engagement with it on your terms.

About Your Host:

Steven Webb is not just the voice behind the podcast but a dedicated meditation teacher and resilience expert who has helped millions find peace in their lives. With over 30 years of experience navigating life's storms as a quadriplegic, Steven brings unique insights and profound wisdom to his listeners worldwide.

Thank you for joining us on "Stillness in the Storms." If today's episode inspired you, please share it with someone who might benefit from its message. Together, we can spread peace one heart at a time.

Next Episode

Amae: The Art of Surrendering and Finding True Strength

Amae - The Art of Surrender and Finding True Strength

Welcome to another episode of Stillness in the Storms podcast. I'm Steven Webb, and today, we delve into the fascinating Japanese concept of Amae – the comforting feeling of being able to surrender completely and rely on someone else in perfect safety.

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