The Anxious Warrior.

This article from Psychotherapy Networker Magazine explores the author's personal journey with anxiety and how they found empowerment through practicing Krav Maga, an Israeli self-defense style of combat. The author shares their experiences of feeling anxious and fearful in various situations, from childhood to adulthood. Eventually, they decide to challenge themselves and join their husband and daughter in taking Krav Maga classes. Through this practice, the author gains confidence, learns self-defense techniques, and finds a sense of empowerment. They reflect on how their anxiety and bravery can coexist and how facing their fears has been a transformative experience. [Extracted from the article]