thanks, dear, for sharing your experience. i'm familiar with ayurveda a bit too and i am incredibly vata as well! that wind is something we certainly need to learn to balance and i hear you on the dual points you bring up. we're all still very human in bodies and i've had anxiety for probably all of my life as well! herbal allies have helped me tremendously to manage.
truly i think with anxiety, or the shaking/energetic sensitivity of vata dosha, having an ally to help ground or calm the nerves is so helpful. it is like that earth or pacifying water of which you speak. it can really change the perspective so the anxiety isn't at the forefront. i'm feeling inspired to write a series on my experience with them so stay tuned. this flower is one of the ones to use more wisely (as it is toxic), but many i'll share are so gentle (and easy to grow and make your own medicine from!).
I would love for you to share more on that!