"Anxiety is the ultimate trickster, trying to convince us we're in danger when we're not. It can cause us to question our decisions, doubt ourselves, or worry incessantly about the future. And, worst of all, it keeps us from living joyfully in the present moment. Fortunately, there are ways to outsmart your worry. This go-to guide will show you how to outwit your anxiety -- freeing and empowering you to live the life you wanted before anxiety started heckling and intimdating you." -- Back cover.

Part I. The basics : What maintains chronic worry? ; The rule of opposites -- Part II. Ways to counter the tricks of worry and anxiety : Breathe through panic ; Practice, don't protect ; Catch worry in the act ; Humor your worries ; Observe, don't distract ; Let your support people go! ; Leave support objects at home ; The truth will set you free! ; Control actions and accept feelings ; Feel the fear and let it pass.