Anxiety Connection

This episode is the beginning of an important, ongoing conversation about how best to care for our mental health. We talk first about 1) how to identify our anxiety triggers and then 2) staying on track by focusing on the glimmers of hope that can light our way back on the road to feeling better.   LINKS FROM THE EPISODE: BOOK: Chapters 49 and 50 of my book are all about techniques for staying on track. The book is: Calm & Sense: A Woman's Guide to Living Anxiety-Free https://wendyleeds.com/book FACEBOOK: https://facebook.com/wendyleedskeepingcalm MORE RESOURCES: QUIZ: Find Out the Cost of Your Anxiety https://wendyleeds.com/quiz MINI-COURSE: Why You're Anxious & What to Do About It https://wendyleeds.com/mini-course DOWNLOAD: Four Techniques to "Panic-Proof" Your Life https://wendyleeds.com/techniques WAYS TO CONNECT: I respond to every message I get, so please do reach out. I send infrequent emails and I love to get replies from the community. My Facebook page is active; Instagram less so. I have a lot of anxiety and panic-related videos on my YouTube page: EMAIL: https://wendyleeds.com/subscribe FACEBOOK: https://facebook.com/wendyleedskeepingcalm INSTAGRAM: https://instagram.com/wendyleedskeepingcalm YOUTUBE: https://youtube.com/@wendyleedskeepingcalm © 2020 - 2023 Wendy Leeds

Have you ever thought about seeing a therapist? Or maybe there's someone in your life you think might benefit from talking to a mental health professional? In this episode I tackle the stigma of seeking help for our mental health in today's culture. And I share the 8 reasons for talking to a therapist and how it can make a real difference in how we think and feel. LINKS FROM THE EPISODE: If you are having suicidal thoughts or plans, please take this seriously: Call a trusted friend Call or text 988, the Crisis Lifeline Go to the nearest emergency room Call the suicide prevention number 1-800-273-TALK (8255) Chapter 10 of my book is about how to assess a therapist to make sure they are a good fit – including the questions to ask a therapist. The book is: Calm & Sense: A Woman's Guide to Living Anxiety-Free  https://wendyleeds.com/book MORE RESOURCES: QUIZ: Find Out the Cost of Your Anxiety https://wendyleeds.com/quiz DOWNLOAD: Four Techniques to "Panic-Proof" Your Life https://wendyleeds.com/techniques MINI-COURSE: Why You're Anxious & What to Do About It https://wendyleeds.com/course Click here or use the coupon code “SUBSCRIBER” to get 40% off the mini-course. And if the cost is a burden to you in any way, just ask – I'll grant you lifetime access for free. No catch. I just want to be helpful to anyone who's struggling.   WAYS TO CONNECT: I respond to every message I get, so please do reach out. I send infrequent emails and I love to get replies from the community. My Facebook page is active; Instagram less so. EMAIL: https://wendyleeds.com/subscribe FACEBOOK: https://www.facebook.com/wendyleedskeepingcalm/ INSTAGRAM: https://www.instagram.com/wendyleedskeepingcalm/ CITATIONS: 1.    Robinson, Byran, Ph.D. Bebruary 4, 2021. 47% of Americans Believe Seeking Therapy is a sign of weakness. Forbes.com https://www.forbes.com/sites/bryanrobinson/2021/02/04/47-of-americans-believe-seeking-therapy-is-a-sign-of-weakness/?sh=72c00e884413 2.    What is EMDR? Eye Movement Desensitization Reprocessing. https://www.emdr.com/what-is-emdr/ 3.    Sack, David, MD. March 18, 2013. 5 Signs It's Time to Seek Therapy. Psychology Today. https://www.psychologytoday.com/us/blog/where-science-meets-the-steps/201303/5-signs-its-time-seek-therapy © 2020 - 2023 Wendy Leeds

Fear can keep us feeling stuck, alone, and helpless. But having an effective plan of action can take us past those fears to get what we really want out of life. Please join me as I share my simple 4-step process for creating that action plan and then putting it to work. LINKS FROM THE EPISODE:  In my last episode, I covered procrastination – which is also fueled by fear: Procrastination: 4 Simple Steps to Reduce Its Power Over You (Episode 51) https://www.wendyleeds.com/podcast/episode/2cb1a84a/ Yes, you can safely get your tongue unstuck from a frozen pole! Here's where I learned how: Grande, Laura. Feb. 23, 2015. How to Unstick a Tongue From a Metal Pole. Todaysparent.com https://www.todaysparent.com/kids/how-to-unstick-your-tongue-from-a-metal-pole/ See below for ways to connect with me. I look forward to hearing from you! MORE RESOURCES:  BOOK: Calm & Sense: A Woman's Guide to Living Anxiety-Free https://wendyleeds.com/book QUIZ: Find Out the Cost of Your Anxiety  https://wendyleeds.com/quiz DOWNLOAD: Four Techniques to "Panic-Proof" Your Life https://wendyleeds.com/techniques MINI-COURSE: Why You're Anxious & What to Do About It https://wendyleeds.com/course Click here or use the coupon code “SUBSCRIBER” to get 40% off the mini-course. And if the cost is a burden to you in any way, just ask – I'll grant you lifetime access for free. No catch. I just want to be helpful to anyone who's struggling.    WAYS TO CONNECT: I respond to every message I get, so please do reach out. I send infrequent emails and I love to get replies from the community. My Facebook page is active; Instagram less so. EMAIL: https://wendyleeds.com/subscribe FACEBOOK: https://www.facebook.com/wendyleedskeepingcalm/ INSTAGRAM: https://www.instagram.com/wendyleedskeepingcalm/ © 2020 - 2023 Wendy Leeds

It may sound counterintuitive, but I believe that procrastination is the act of putting off what you really want in your life. It's a way of cheating yourself out of the life you were born to live. Procrastination can have a substantial impact on our self-esteem, so let's take a good look at its root cause and a 4-step plan for how to break free from procrastination's grip. LINKS FROM THE EPISODE: BOOK: Calm & Sense: A Woman's Guide to Living Anxiety-Free https://wendyleeds.com/book MORE RESOURCES: QUIZ: Find Out the Cost of Your Anxiety https://wendyleeds.com/quiz DOWNLOAD: Four Techniques to "Panic-Proof" Your Life https://wendyleeds.com/techniques MINI-COURSE: Why You're Anxious & What to Do About It https://wendyleeds.com/course Click here or use the coupon code “SUBSCRIBER” to get 40% off the mini-course. And if the cost is a burden to you in any way, just ask – I'll grant you lifetime access for free. No catch. I just want to be helpful to anyone who's struggling. WAYS TO CONNECT: I respond to every message I get, so please do reach out. I send infrequent emails and I love to get replies from the community. My Facebook page is active; Instagram less so. EMAIL: https://wendyleeds.com/subscribe FACEBOOK: https://www.facebook.com/wendyleedskeepingcalm/ INSTAGRAM: https://www.instagram.com/wendyleedskeepingcalm/   © 2020 - 2023 Wendy Leeds

Valentine's Day is supposed to be a celebration of love. But that simple truth gets buried under an avalanche of roses, candy hearts, expectations, and disappointments. But it doesn't have to be that way – love comes in many different forms. In Episode 50, we explore some ways to put love back into your Valentine's Day.   LINKS FROM THE EPISODE: BOOK: Calm & Sense: A Woman's Guide to Living Anxiety-Freehttps://wendyleeds.com/book QUIZ: Find Out the Cost of Your Anxietyhttps://wendyleeds.com/quiz DOWNLOAD: Four Techniques to "Panic-Proof" Your Lifehttps://wendyleeds.com/techniques MINI-COURSE: Why You're Anxious & What to Do About Ithttps://wendyleeds.com/course Click here or use the coupon code “SUBSCRIBER” to get 40% off the mini-course. And if the cost is a burden to you in any way, just ask – I'll grant you lifetime access for free. No catch. I just want to be helpful to anyone who's struggling.   WAYS TO CONNECT: I respond to every message I get, so please do reach out. I send infrequent emails and I love to get replies from the community. My Facebook page is active; Instagram less so.  EMAIL: https://wendyleeds.com/subscribe FACEBOOK: https://www.facebook.com/wendyleedskeepingcalm/ INSTAGRAM: https://www.instagram.com/wendyleedskeepingcalm/   © 2020 - 2023 Wendy Leeds

Do the short, cold days of winter leave you feeling exhausted and “blah?” Are you feeling paralyzed with sadness? If so, you may be suffering from Seasonal Affective Disorder or S.A.D.  Please join me as I share my story of how a tiny surprise reminded me how to find light and color on even the “blah” days.   LINKS FROM THE EPISODE: Episode 24 “10 Ways to Beat the Winter Doldrums” Episode 48: “Dealing with Holiday Stress and Anxiety” Subscribe to follow my progress on the new book: https://wendyleeds.com/subscribe   SPECIAL NOTE FOR THE HOLIDAY SEASON: If you're suffering or feeling overwhelmed by your fears, one of the most powerful things you can do is to reach out to a qualified, licensed mental health professional. Getting help is not a sign of weakness. It's a sign of strength. And working with a good therapist can help you feel better almost immediately. According to a study by David Sack, MD, published in the Journal of Consulting and Clinical Psychology “88 percent of therapy goers reported improvements after just one session.” If you're not sure where to start, please talk to your health care provider. Also, here are three reputable websites that you can use to connect with a therapist in your area: American Psychological Association: https://locator.apa.org Psychology Today: https://psychologytoday.com/us/therapists Anxiety and Depression Association of America: https://members.adaa.org/page/FATMain ​ IMPORTANT: If you're in crisis, especially if you are thinking of harming yourself or anyone else – please call for help NOW! CALL or TEXT 988 The 988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline is a U.S.-based suicide prevention network of over 200+ crisis centers that provides 24/7 service via a toll-free hotline with the number 9-8-8. It is available to anyone in suicidal crisis or emotional distress. It is founded and run by the Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration. ONLINE: https://988lifeline.org OR CALL: 1-800-273-TALK (8255) Crisis Text Line also provides free, 24/7, confidential support via text message to people in crisis when they dial 741741.   MORE ANXIETY-RELATED RESOURCES: BOOK: Calm & Sense: A Woman's Guide to Living Anxiety-Free https://wendyleeds.com/book QUIZ: Find Out the Cost of Your Anxiety https://wendyleeds.com/quiz DOWNLOAD: Four Techniques to "Panic-Proof" Your Life https://wendyleeds.com/techniques MINI-COURSE: Why You're Anxious & What to Do About It https://wendyleeds.com/course Click here or use the coupon code “SUBSCRIBER” to get 40% off the mini-course. And if the cost is a burden to you in any way, just ask – I'll grant you lifetime access for free. No catch. I just want to be helpful to anyone who's struggling.   WAYS TO CONNECT: I respond to every message I get, so please do reach out. I send infrequent emails and I love to get replies from the community. My Facebook page is active; Instagram less so. EMAIL: https://wendyleeds.com/subscribe FACEBOOK: https://www.facebook.com/wendyleedskeepingcalm/ INSTAGRAM: https://www.instagram.com/wendyleedskeepingcalm/   © 2022 Wendy Leeds

If you're dreading the holiday season this year, you're not alone. The holidays are tough for so many of us. If you're already feeling anxious and worried about how you're going to get through the next few weeks, please join me in making 5 powerful commitments to help you meet the challenges ahead with a sense of peace and calm.   LINKS FROM THE EPISODE: Chapter 51 of my book is about how to manage difficult relationships that bring you stress & anxiety: Calm & Sense: A Woman's Guide to Living Anxiety-Free. More info here: https://wendyleeds.com/book   SPECIAL NOTE FOR THE HOLIDAY SEASON: If you're suffering or feeling overwhelmed by your fears, one of the most powerful things you can do is to reach out to a qualified, licensed mental health professional. Getting help is not a sign of weakness. It's a sign of strength. And working with a good therapist can help you feel better almost immediately. According to a study by David Sack, MD, published in the Journal of Consulting and Clinical Psychology “88 percent of therapy goers reported improvements after just one session.” If you're not sure where to start, please talk to your health care provider. Also, here are three reputable websites that you can use to connect with a therapist in your area: American Psychological Association: https://locator.apa.org Psychology Today: https://psychologytoday.com/us/therapists Anxiety and Depression Association of America: https://members.adaa.org/page/FATMain ​ IMPORTANT: If you're thinking of harming yourself or anyone else please call for help NOW! Call 911 or the Suicide prevention hotline: 1-800-273-TALK (8255) Visit: http://www.suicidepreventionlifeline.org   MORE ANXIETY-RELATED RESOURCES: QUIZ: Find Out the Cost of Your Anxiety https://wendyleeds.com/quiz DOWNLOAD: Four Techniques to "Panic-Proof" Your Life https://wendyleeds.com/techniques MINI-COURSE: Why You're Anxious & What to Do About It https://wendyleeds.com/course Click here or use the coupon code “SUBSCRIBER” to get 40% off the mini-course. And if the cost is a burden to you in any way, just ask – I'll grant you lifetime access for free. No catch. I just want to be helpful to anyone who's struggling.   WAYS TO CONNECT: I respond to every message I get, so please do reach out. I send infrequent emails and I love to get replies from the community. My Facebook page is active; Instagram less so. EMAIL: https://wendyleeds.com/subscribe FACEBOOK: https://www.facebook.com/wendyleedskeepingcalm/ INSTAGRAM: https://www.instagram.com/wendyleedskeepingcalm/

What you focus on in life is what you get. When you're focused on the failures, blame, and shame of your past, you can't be fully present in your life. What's worse is that this can impede your future potential as well. Ready to stop living in the rearview mirror? Please join me as I share the one simple thing you can do to switch your focus from past to present and get a clear view of the road ahead.   ANXIETY-RELATED RESOURCES: BOOK: Calm & Sense: A Woman's Guide to Living Anxiety-Free https://wendyleeds.com/book QUIZ: Find Out the Cost of Your Anxiety https://wendyleeds.com/quiz DOWNLOAD: Four Techniques to "Panic-Proof" Your Life https://wendyleeds.com/techniques MINI-COURSE: Why You're Anxious & What to Do About It https://wendyleeds.com/course Click here or use the coupon code “SUBSCRIBER” to get 40% off the mini course. And if the cost is a burden to you in any way, just ask – I'll grant you lifetime access for free. No catch. I just want to be helpful to anyone who's struggling.   WAYS TO CONNECT: I respond to every message I get, so please do reach out. I send infrequent emails and I love to get replies from the community. My Facebook page is active; Instagram less so. EMAIL: https://wendyleeds.com/subscribe FACEBOOK: https://www.facebook.com/wendyleedskeepingcalm/ INSTAGRAM: https://www.instagram.com/wendyleedskeepingcalm/

Firefighters have an iron-clad rule about how to walk into a fire, which can be applied to those of us who suffer from anxiety: Never go in alone. As a cancer survivor, I know the power of community for getting through some very dark days. I know what it's like to struggle with the loneliness and fear of anxiety's flame. Join me in this episode as we apply the lesson, together. Having a community here in OUR Anxiety Connection means we never have to walk into the fire alone. WAYS TO CONNECT: I respond to every message I get, so please do reach out. I send infrequent emails and I love to get replies from the community. My Facebook page is active; Instagram less so. EMAIL: https://wendyleeds.com/subscribe FACEBOOK: https://www.facebook.com/wendyleedskeepingcalm/ INSTAGRAM: https://www.instagram.com/wendyleedskeepingcalm/ MORE ANXIETY-RELATED RESOURCES: BOOK: Calm & Sense: A Woman's Guide to Living Anxiety-Free https://wendyleeds.com/book QUIZ: Find Out the Cost of Your Anxiety https://wendyleeds.com/quiz DOWNLOAD: Four Techniques to "Panic-Proof" Your Life https://wendyleeds.com/techniques MINI-COURSE: Why You're Anxious & What to Do About It https://wendyleeds.com/course Click here or use the coupon code “SUBSCRIBER” to get 40% off the mini-course. And if the cost is a burden to you in any way, just ask – I'll grant you lifetime access for free. No catch. I just want to be helpful to anyone who's struggling. © 2022 Wendy Leeds

Did you know what you eat may play a role in your anxiety? We all know that what we eat can have a real impact on our physical health, but recent research suggests what we eat can have a real impact on our mental health as well. Please join me as I share my three simple rules for what and how to eat to promote good health and to ease your anxiety. LINKS FROM THE EPISODE: I have three chapters on this topic in my book, Calm & Sense: A Woman's Guide to Living Anxiety-Free. I cover which foods are best for easing anxiety – and which foods to avoid: Chapter 44: Nourish Yourself. Chapter 45: Eat and Drink This, and Chapter 46: Don't Eat and Drink This. More info and purchase links here. Since I'll be taking a break until September, I invite you to SUBSCRIBE to be notified when new episodes publish. Here are the articles I mentioned if you'd like to do a deeper dive: “In her article in the MIT News, Judith Wurtman writes….” February 25, 2004. Carbs essential for effective dieting, good mood, Wurtman says. MIT News “On the other hand, the “bad” or simple carbs….” Leal, Darla. May 21, 2021. All You Need to Know About Carbohydrates: Simple, Complex, Fiber, and What to Chose.” Verywell life “When we eat something sugary….” Peterson, Tanya, J. January 6, 2020. Sugar and Anxiety: How Sugar Can Make Your Anxiety Symptoms Worse. Healthyplace.com “According to Sara Lindberg, writing for healthline.com….” Lindberg, Sara, BS, ME.d. June 23, 2020. Your Anxiety Loves Sugar. Eat These 3 Things Instead. Healthline.com “A report in the November 2021 issue of the Sapien Journal…” November 28, 2021. People who eat meat experience lower levels of depression and anxiety compared to vegans. Sapienjournal.org "In her new book, The Anatomy of Anxiety, Vora, Ellen, MD. writes…. Vora, Ellen, MD. (2022) The Anatomy of Anxiety: Understanding and Overcoming the Body's Fear Response Harper Collins, New York. (pg 101) “And if you're interested in eating to ease anxiety….” Mazzulllo, Natalie April 12, 2022 What spices and foods can help with anxiety and stress. Nevada Today.edu. “According to an article in Web MD…” Dallas, Mary Elizabeth. June 23, 2015. Food Eating Order May Affect Type 2 Blood Sugar. WebMD “Emotionally it can cause feelings of regret, shame and failure….” Abraham, Micah. March 1, 2021. What Causes Anxiety After Eating? calmclinic.com MORE ANXIETY-RELATED RESOURCES: QUIZ: Find Out the Cost of Your Anxiety DOWNLOAD: Four Techniques to "Panic-Proof" Your Life MINI-COURSE: Why You're Anxious & What to Do About It Click here or use the coupon code “SUBSCRIBER” to get 40% off the mini course. And if the cost is a burden to you in any way, just ask – I'll grant you lifetime access for free. No catch. I just want to be helpful to anyone who's struggling right now. © 2022 Wendy Leeds

The people you spend the most time with have a real impact on who you are and what you think. Take a look at your closest relationships. Are they people who consistently fill you with joy and satisfaction? Or do they make you anxious or stressed out? Please join me in this episode as I discuss the impact negative people can have on our anxiety, and more importantly, the power of setting yourself free. LINKS FROM THE EPISODE: I cover more on this topic in Chapter 51 of my book, Calm & Sense: A Woman's Guide to Living Anxiety-Free. More info and purchase links here: https://wendyleeds.com/book I invite you to subscribe to be notified when new episodes publish: https://wendyleeds.com/subscribe MORE ANXIETY-RELATED RESOURCES: QUIZ: Find Out the Cost of Your Anxiety https://wendyleeds.com/quiz DOWNLOAD: Four Techniques to "Panic-Proof" Your Life https://wendyleeds.com/techniques MINI-COURSE: Why You're Anxious & What to Do About It https://wendyleeds.com/course Click here or use the coupon code “SUBSCRIBER” to get 40% off. And if the cost is a burden to you in any way, just ask – I'll give you lifetime access for free. No catch. I just want to be helpful to anyone who's struggling right now. © 2022 Wendy Leeds

A new outlook and energy for spring! Been through a tough time recently? Me too! But falling down doesn't mean we have to stay down. So, let's talk about getting up again. Please join me as I share one of the deepest disappointments in my life and what I'm doing about it now to create a second chance (for myself and my book Calm & Sense). LINKS FROM THE EPISODE: Calm & Sense: A Woman's Guide to Living Anxiety-Free https://wendyleeds.com/book Available on June 1, 2022 wherever books are sold! MORE ANXIETY-RELATED RESOURCES: QUIZ: Find Out the Cost of Your Anxiety DOWNLOAD: Four Techniques to "Panic-Proof" Your Life MINI-COURSE: Why You're Anxious & What to Do About It Click here or use the coupon code “SUBSCRIBER” to get 40% off. And if the cost is a burden to you in any way, just ask – I'll give you lifetime access for free. No catch. I just want to be helpful to anyone who's struggling right now. Lastly, I invite you to subscribe to be notified when new episodes publish: https://wendyleeds.com/subscribe © 2022 Wendy Leeds

A Meditation Technique That Might Actually Work This Time Do you struggle to meditate? Do you find it hard to still your mind and your body? Me too! But I've found an ancient, “new to me” practice that's powerful, time-tested, and easy to do. I invite you to join me as I share this amazing body-mind technique — one that works for everyone from experienced meditators to those of us just beginning our practice. LINKS FROM THE EPISODE: Sa Ta Na Ma Meditation “Sa Ta Na Ma Meditation is becoming scientifically recognized as a powerful tool for preventing or stopping Alzheimer's disease, increasing all aspects of cognitive function, (perception, thinking, reasoning and remembering) and reducing stress levels while improving short term memory.” SOURCE: https://agelessartsyoga.com/instructor-group-yoga/tag/sa-na-ta-ma/ For more on the research behind these claims, see the following articles: Spiritual Fitness: A New Dimension in Alzheimer's Disease Prevention Sa Ta Na Ma Meditation Research for Memory – Kirtan Kriya A randomized controlled trial of Kundalini yoga in mild cognitive impairment A Review on Therapeutic Effect of Kirtan Kriya Yoga LINKS TO ANXIETY-RELATED RESOURCES: QUIZ: Find Out the Cost of Your Anxiety DOWNLOAD: Four Techniques to "Panic-Proof" Your Life BOOK: Calm & Sense: A Woman's Guide to Living Anxiety-Free MINI-COURSE: Why You're Anxious & What to Do About It Click here or use the coupon code “SUBSCRIBER” to get 40% off. And if the cost is a burden to you in any way, just ask – I'll give you lifetime access for free. No catch. I just want to be helpful to anyone who's struggling right now. Lastly, I invite you to subscribe to be notified when new episodes publish: https://wendyleeds.com/subscribe © 2022 Wendy Leeds

Is your anxiety keeping you from you really want in life? Is there something you've dreamed of doing, but you have no idea how to go about making it happen for you? Let me be your guide on a hike up an actual mountain – where I share the story of how I faced my fear of heights and my fear of failure to be able to stand on top of a mountain. And how the steps I took can serve as a guide to helping you overcome your fears and finally get what you really want in life. Links from the episode: MINI-COURSE: Why You're Anxious & What to Do About It https://wendyleeds.com/course Click here or use the coupon code “SUBSCRIBER” to get 40% off. And if the cost is a burden to you in any way, just ask – I'll give you lifetime access for free. No catch. I just want to be helpful to anyone who's struggling right now. Here's some info about Mt. Major: A Family-Friendly Hike with Fanatic-Friendly Views, which I cited in the episode: https://blog.nhstateparks.org/mt-major-family-friendly-hike/ More anxiety-related resources: BOOK: Calm & Sense: A Woman's Guide to Living Anxiety-Free https://wendyleeds.com/book QUIZ: Find Out the Cost of Your Anxiety https://wendyleeds.com/quiz DOWNLOAD: Four Techniques to "Panic-Proof" Your Life https://wendyleeds.com/techniques EMAIL: Subscribe to be notified when new episodes publish: https://wendyleeds.com/subscribe © 2022 Wendy Leeds

Do you lie awake at night, unable to fall asleep, filled with anxiety? Do you find yourself lying awake at 3 am, staring at the ceiling, dreading having to drag yourself through another day, knowing you'll wake up bleary and exhausted? If insomnia is a persistent issue for you, I get it. It's an issue for me too. As a practicing psychotherapist, I've developed a set of techniques: I invite you to join me as I share four of my favorite methods to help yourself fall asleep. Links from the episode: DOWNLOAD: Four Techniques to "Panic-Proof" Your Life https://wendyleeds.com/techniques MINI-COURSE: Why You're Anxious & What to Do About It https://wendyleeds.com/course Click here or use the coupon code “SUBSCRIBER” to get 40% off. And if the cost is a burden to you in any way, just ask – I'll give you lifetime access for free. No catch. I just want to be helpful to anyone who's struggling right now. VIDEOS: Including the B.E.A.R. Technique https://wendyleeds.com/videos QUIZ: Find Out the Cost of Your Anxiety https://wendyleeds.com/quiz BOOK: Calm & Sense: A Woman's Guide to Living Anxiety-Free https://wendyleeds.com/book EMAIL: Subscribe to be notified when new episodes publish: https://wendyleeds.com/subscribe Articles referenced in the episode: The pandemic has left women more anxious and tired than men, says this survey Warm feet promote the rapid onset of sleep Effectiveness of acupressure for residents of long-term care facilities with insomnia: A randomized controlled trial The relationship of subjective sleep quality and cardiac autonomic nervous system in postmenopausal women with insomnia under auricular acupressure © 2022 Wendy Leeds

Ready to move past your anxiety? Me too. Let's make 2022 the year we finally take back our power. Join me as I share an example of how to reclaim the starring role in your life. Learn the secret of how to become a hero in your life. Then get ready to share your power and your talents with the rest of the world. Links from the episode: Why You're Anxious & What to Do About It (Mini-Course) Click here or use the coupon code “SUBSCRIBER” to get 40% off. And if the cost is a burden to you in any way, just ask – I'll give you lifetime access for free. No catch. I just want to be helpful to anyone who's struggling right now. In the meantime, here are some resources to support you in your anxious moments: Other resources: QUIZ: Find Out the Cost of Your Anxiety https://wendyleeds.com/quiz BOOK: Calm & Sense: A Woman's Guide to Living Anxiety-Free https://wendyleeds.com/book EMAIL: Subscribe to be notified when new episodes publish: https://wendyleeds.com/subscribe Wishing you peace, joy, and love! © 2022 Wendy Leeds

Miracles show up in the most unexpected ways at the most unexpected times. In the season finale of Anxiety Connection, I share a personal story about how I almost missed a miracle that was right in front of me! My unexpected discovery offers some lessons about how and where to look for the miracles and magic that can show up in your life. See you in the New Year! In the meantime, here are some resources to support you in your anxious moments: QUIZ: Find Out the Cost of Your Anxiety https://wendyleeds.com/quiz COURSE: Why You're Anxious & What to Do About It https://wendyleeds.com/course BOOK: Calm & Sense: A Woman's Guide to Living Anxiety-Free https://wendyleeds.com/book EMAIL: Subscribe to be notified when new episodes publish https://wendyleeds.com/subscribe Wishing you peace, joy, and love! © 2021 Wendy Leeds

The holiday season can be tough for those of us with anxiety. Instead of a joyous occasion, it can be a time of loneliness, isolation, anxiety, sorrow, and maybe even loss. In this episode, let's do a reset. Here's a potentially powerful new way of looking at the holidays, a different way of thinking about gift giving, and a technique we can all use to bring some peace, joy, and love into the days ahead. Some other tools to help you through the holiday season: QUIZ: Find Out the Cost of Your Anxiety https://wendyleeds.com/quiz COURSE: Why You're Anxious & What to Do About It https://wendyleeds.com/course BOOK: Calm & Sense: A Woman's Guide to Living Anxiety-Free https://wendyleeds.com/book EMAIL: Subscribe to be notified when new episodes publish https://wendyleeds.com/subscribe © 2021 Wendy Leeds

Do you worry about how to handle those anxious moments – the panic that sometimes occurs when you're in public? Here's a simple, powerful technique you can use any time, any place, to calm your fears without anyone else noticing. You can also use this technique to break the loop of negative thinking that keeps you trapped and afraid. More tools to help you manage your anxiety: QUIZ: Find Out the Cost of Your Anxiety https://wendyleeds.com/quiz COURSE: Why You're Anxious & What to Do About It https://wendyleeds.com/course BOOK: Calm & Sense: A Woman's Guide to Living Anxiety-Free https://wendyleeds.com/book EMAIL: Subscribe to be notified when new episodes publish: https://wendyleeds.com/subscribe © 2021 Wendy Leeds

If you feel like you've been going through life with the emergency brake on, please join me as I talk about how to release the brakes of anxiety and negative thinking so your life's journey is filled with more energy and enthusiasm. And then I explore ways to shift your focus from thoughts of fear and shame to thoughts of positive possibilities that lie on the road ahead. Links from the Episode: QUIZ: Find Out the Cost of Your Anxiety https://wendyleeds.com/quiz COURSE: Why You're Anxious & What to Do About It https://wendyleeds.com/course BOOK: Calm & Sense: A Woman's Guide to Living Anxiety-Free https://wendyleeds.com/book EMAIL: Subscribe to be notified when new episodes publish: https://wendyleeds.com/subscribe © 2021 Wendy Leeds

Are you finally ready to do something about your anxiety? If so, join me to get started on a practical, “roll up your sleeves” plan based on how anxiety shows up in your life. Anxiety looks different for all of us, and I want to help you put together a specific, personalized plan to get you on the road to feeling better. That means some changes to this podcast as well – can't wait to tell you what's in store for upcoming episodes of Anxiety Connection. Links from the Episode: QUIZ: Find Out the Cost of Your Anxiety https://wendyleeds.com/quiz COURSE: Why You're Anxious & What to Do About It https://wendyleeds.com/course BOOK: Calm & Sense: A Woman's Guide to Living Anxiety-Free https://wendyleeds.com/book EMAIL: Subscribe to be notified when new episodes publish: https://wendyleeds.com/subscribe © 2021 Wendy Leeds

Anxiety can be debilitating. But it is also a source of strength. My belief is that anxious people are the strongest people on the planet. If you suffer from anxiety, you know exactly what I mean. If it’s not obvious why, listen to my explanation in this episode. Episode 33 is the season finale, where I emphasize the importance of coming together as a community to share our ideas, our concerns, and to support each other as we work to heal our anxiety. And, just for fun, I pull back the curtain a little for a sneak peek at some exciting new projects I’ll be working on this summer – and some upcoming changes to the show when it returns in September. Links from the Episode: To share this podcast: Tag me on Facebook @wendyleedskeepingcalm Mention me on Instagram @wendyleedskeepingcalm Send them to the show page: wendyleeds.com/podcast To share my book: Calm and Sense: wendyleeds.com/book To stay in touch: Send me a message: wendyleeds.com/contact Subscribe to my newsletter: wendyleeds.com/subscribe © 2021 Wendy Leeds Music credit (segues): "Pale Tussuck" by Pictures of the Floating World is licensed under CC BY-SA 4.0. Changed from original: Excerpted.

If you’ve gained weight during COVID, you’re not alone. It’s been a tough year for us all. But as we move back into our “new normal,” we all have an opportunity to make some healthy changes to our lifestyle. If you’re ready to lose weight and keep it off here are six steps to changing your habits and losing those pandemic pounds. Further Resources: Listen: Here is some help for gently re-emerging from quarantine: 4 Steps to Reclaiming Our Lives Post-COVID (Episode 31) 6 Steps to Rebuilding Relationships After COVID (Episode 30) Read: My book, Calm & Sense, offers an array of tips for getting your daily anxiety under control. Click here to get your copy. "[S]imple and practical tools for coping with difficult circumstances." — Kirkus Reviews Download: Four simple techniques to help you fend off a panic attack or elevated anxiety. Print and pin it up – or put it on the fridge. Connect: Join me on Facebook and Instagram where I share quick strategies and support to help you live a less anxious life. © 2021 Wendy Leeds

Even a positive change can be challenging. We’ve all developed new habits over the past year, for better or worse. So what happens after COVID? Are you concerned about how you’re going to get your life back on track? Are you anxious about re-emerging into whatever’s waiting for us in our new post-COVID world? Join Wendy as she shares 4 simple actions you can take right now to strengthen and empower yourself as we all get ready to deal with the changes ahead. In this podcast, Wendy offers ways to reclaim your power, find a positive focus, and she shares her secret on to how to deal with change. Further Resources: Listen: As we re-emerge from quarantine, here’s how to gently get back in touch with the important people in your life: 6 Steps to Rebuilding Relationships After COVID (Episode 30) Read: My book, Calm & Sense, is all about gaining control over your daily anxiety and finding balance in your life. Click here to get your copy. "[S]imple and practical tools for coping with difficult circumstances." — Kirkus Reviews Download: Four simple techniques to help you fend off a panic attack or elevated anxiety. Print and pin it up – or put it on the fridge. Connect: Join me on Facebook and Instagram where I share quick strategies and support to help you live a less anxious life. © 2021 Wendy Leeds

COVID put a strain on our relationships with friends and family. As we start to re-emerge from quarantine thanks to the vaccine, this can be cause for anxiety. It’s a big lifestyle change, and we may feel like we have to relearn simple social interactions. Let’s be proactive: Here are 6 simple things you can do right now to both get back in touch with the people in your life and to take control over when and how you step back out into the world. My new book, Calm & Sense, is all about taming your daily anxiety and finding balance in your life. Click here to get your copy now! You may also want to download these four panic-proofing techniques to help you gain control over your anxiety. Join me on Facebook and Instagram where I share words of wisdom and thoughts to help you live a less anxious life. © 2021 Wendy Leeds

What’s the vagus nerve and what role does it play in our anxiety? Join me and physical therapist, Martha Henry-MacDonald, as we discuss how the vagus nerve works and why it can make us so anxious. We also offer some simple anxiety-busting techniques you can do throughout the day to bring a sense of peace to your body and your mind. My new book, Calm & Sense, is all about taming your daily anxiety and finding balance in your life. Click here to get your copy now! You may also want to download these four panic-proofing techniques to help you gain control over your anxiety. Join me on Facebook and Instagram where I share words of wisdom and thoughts to help you live a less anxious life. More about Martha / Links from the episode: School of Integrated Consciousness Website: https://www.integrated-consciousness.com Facebook: https://facebook.com/School.of.Integrated.Consciousness Email: admin@integrated-consciousness.com The Practice of Living Awareness https://livingawarenessmeditation.net © 2021 Wendy Leeds

It can be tough to lie awake night after night unable to sleep. But it doesn’t have to be that way. In this episode, I share the secrets to getting a good night’s sleep, including: Making some simple lifestyle changes that can make a big difference A new way to think about insomnia (because how you respond to it matters!) 5 things you can do right away to help you sleep better A calming visualization to ease you into a good night’s rest I cover the topic of sleep and anxiety in detail in my new book, Calm & Sense. Click here to learn more about it and get your copy now! You may also want to download these four panic-proofing techniques to help you manage your anxiety. Join me on Facebook and Instagram where I share words of wisdom and thoughts to help you live a less anxious life. © 2021 Wendy Leeds

Do you wake up anxious? How you start your day determines how the rest of your day goes. If you struggle with morning anxiety, there’s hope. I invite you to join me as I discuss why we’re more likely to be anxious in the morning and share nine ways to get your morning off to a better start both physically and mentally. My new book, Calm & Sense, is now available: Click here to get your copy now! You may also want to download these four panic-proofing techniques to help you manage your anxiety. Join me on Facebook and Instagram where I share words of wisdom and thoughts to help you live a less anxious life. © 2021 Wendy Leeds

What are some alternative ways we can use to manage or treat anxiety? I love this out-of-the-box question and was excited to be able to discuss some amazing new anxiety-busting techniques with acupuncturist and prosperity coach, Angela Noelle. Tune in and explore with us ways to heal anxiety using Chinese medicine, meditation, acupressure, and more. Angela Noelle helps stressed out, overachieving solopreneurs drop the struggle and gain financial abundance by using her unique Reclaim Your F.I.R.E. method. After having a successful practice in Boston for 12 years, Angela closed her practice in August of 2020 to work exclusively online with her clients as a Prosperity Coach. You can connect with Angela via her website, angelanoelleinternational.com, through her podcast, The Empowered Warrior Podcast, and on Instagram. Have you checked out my newly published book, Calm & Sense? Click here to get your copy now! You may also want to download these four panic-proofing techniques to help you manage your anxiety. Join me on Facebook and Instagram where I share words of wisdom and thoughts to help you live a less anxious life. © 2021 Wendy Leeds

Not a fan of Valentine’s Day? Afraid of being disappointed? Worried about being alone? I get it! Whether you’re in a relationship or not, I hope you’ll join me as I share an exciting new perspective on Valentine’s Day -- one that can help make it a positive experience and even help you find the love you’ve been looking for. My book, Calm & Sense, is now available! Click here get your copy now! You may also want to download these four panic-proofing techniques to help you manage your anxiety. Join me on Facebook and Instagram where I share words of wisdom and thoughts to help you live a less anxious life. © 2021 Wendy Leeds

Having trouble getting out of bed? Gaining weight? Just feeling blah? Welcome to the winter doldrums! This winter is the perfect storm for misery. We’re still dealing with the challenges of the COVID pandemic. Add to that the long darker days of winter, and many of us are also suffering from Seasonal Affective Disorder. And so, I invite you to join me as I share 10 practical tips for dealing with both the isolation of COVID and the winter blues of Seasonal Affective Disorder. We’ll focus on ways to lighten your life, lighten your thinking, and lighten your mood. Mentioned in this episode: Light boxes that help with Seasonal Affect Disorder My book, Calm & Sense, is now available! Click here get your copy now! You may also want to download these four panic-proofing techniques to help you manage your anxiety Join me on Facebook and Instagram where I share words of wisdom and thoughts to help you live a less anxious life. © 2021 Wendy Leeds

What if you could make this your best year ever? In my latest podcast episode, I share with you my 7 steps for living a courageous life. In it, I offer tips on finding the inspiration and courage to move past your fears and stay motivated as you take the necessary steps to make your resolutions a reality in 2021. My book, Calm & Sense, is now available! Click here get your copy now! You may also want to download these four panic-proofing techniques to help you manage your anxiety. Join me on Facebook and Instagram where I share words of wisdom and thoughts to help you live a less anxious life. © 2021 Wendy Leeds

Are you feeling isolated, lonely, or anxious? You’re not alone. As we continue to deal with the Covid pandemic and the stress of the holidays, many of us are feeling disconnected and afraid. In this episode, I offer a simple cure for that loneliness: Saying “thank you.” Expressing gratitude to the people around you can ease your anxiety and restore your sense of personal power. It’s a great way to reach out and reconnect with your community and the world around you. Join me as I explore the power of a simple “thank you.” We’ll walk through an amazing three step technique for making your “thank you” really stand out, and then I’ll offer you six ways to say thank you that will heal your heart. © 2020 Wendy Leeds

Are you wondering how to deal with your anxiety this holiday season? In addition to the usual stressors, we’re still dealing the COVID epidemic and still have to distance ourselves from the ones we love. It’s not going to be easy! But I believe we can do it. In this episode, I share ideas for how we can all find peace, joy and love in our lives even during this tough time. Together, we walk through an easy three-step plan to find inner peace, explore specific ways to find joy, and I share a simple, new way to surround yourself with love. I wish you a wonderful holiday season and I hope these strategies will help bring you peace, joy and love! My book, Calm & Sense, is now available! Click here to get your copy now! You may also want to download these four panic-proofing techniques to help you manage your anxiety. Join me on Facebook and Instagram where I share words of wisdom and thoughts to help you live a less anxious life. © 2020 Wendy Leeds

Worried about getting through the holidays this year? They can be difficult any year but with the global pandemic in high gear, this year is going to be especially tough for many of us. So let me be your guide to handling the stress, changes, and challenges of the holiday season ahead. In this podcast episode, we’ll explore 9 ways to help keep your focus on what’s really important to you. My book, Calm & Sense, is now available! Click here get your copy now! Mentioned in this episode: Podcast Episode #19 - Reframing Anxiety You may also want to download these four panic-proofing techniques to help you manage your anxiety Join me on Facebook and Instagram where I share words of wisdom and thoughts to help you live a less anxious life. © 2020 Wendy Leeds

Are you struggling to deal with the stress of the recent changes and the fear of what’s to come? Perhaps you’re worried about surviving the upcoming holidays? Me, too! So, let’s talk about how we can use the practice of reframing to help us face those fears by bringing them into perspective. I’ll give you a practical, “hands on” demonstration of how reframing works, and we’ll walk through a simple 3-step process that will help us put reframing to work in our lives. --- My book, Calm & Sense, is publishing in just a couple of weeks! If you find my podcast helpful, I invite you to click here and get on the book waitlist. You’ll be the first to be notified when it becomes available. You may also want to download these four panic-proofing techniques to help you manage your anxiety Join me on Facebook and Instagram where I share words of wisdom and thoughts to help you live a less anxious life. © 2020 Wendy Leeds

Clutter isn’t always physical. It can be mental, emotional, even digital! In any of these forms, clutter can be the cause of our anxiety. Join me as I share my own family history of holding on to too much stuff. I examine why we hold on to our stuff, why that clutter makes us anxious, and then I suggest some practical ways to get rid of it. I expand on the topic of getting organized as a way to control your anxiety in my forthcoming book, Calm & Sense. If you found this topic helpful, I invite you to get on the book’s waitlist. Do you struggle with anxiety? Download these techniques for keeping calm. Let’s connect on Facebook and Instagram. © 2020 Wendy Leeds

Much of our anxiety is rooted in our youth. Something happened in our childhood that taught us to not trust ourselves. This lack of trust can be a key source of our anxiety, and it is also something that we can choose to look at differently! Join me in this episode as we explore the challenge of trusting ourselves. We’ll walk through four very powerful ways to face your fears head on and build trust with the most important person in your life: You. -- My book, Calm & Sense, is coming out this fall! If you find my podcast helpful, I invite you to click here and get on the book waitlist. You’ll be the first to be notified when it becomes available. You may also want to download these four panic-proofing techniques to help you manage your anxiety. Join me on Facebook and Instagram where I share words of wisdom and thoughts to help you live a less anxious life. © 2020 Wendy Leeds

Did you know that we can get more anxious as we get older? It’s true. Recent studies have shown that our anxiety often increases with age. The question is: What are we going to do about that? In this episode, I spoke with Peg Doyle, an expert in the field of nutrition and lifestyle, about easing our anxiety as we grow older. In this lively conversation, we discussed the importance of living a proactive, healthy lifestyle. We examined practical tips for eating well, boosting immunity, and easing stress. We also shared some great ideas for connecting with others and bringing joy into our lives at any age. With a focus on taking positive action and practicing great self-care, we offer you an empowering look at ways to make sure we get better as we grow older. -- My book, Calm & Sense, is coming out this fall! If you find my podcast helpful, I invite you to click here and get on the book waitlist. You’ll be the first to be notified when it becomes available. You may also want to download these four panic-proofing techniques to help you manage your anxiety Join me on Facebook and Instagram -- Peg Doyle is a speaker and expert in the field of nutrition and lifestyle. She is also a member of the National Gerontology Academic Honor and Professional Society. A passionate clinician and educator, Peg is committed to the vital link between food and health. Her primary audience is women over age 50 who desire to live full, vibrant lives. She published her first book Food Becomes You - Simple Steps for Lifelong Wellness in 2014. It's an easy how-to on eating well and preventing the diseases of aging. She has a private nutrition and wellness coaching practice in Westwood, MA. You can earn more by visiting her website. You can also find Peg Doyle online in these locations: Facebook Twitter LinkedIn © 2020 Wendy Leeds

Do you get stuck in a loop of negative thinking? It’s so easy to get caught in a downward spiral of repetitive negative thoughts and it can feel impossible to break free. Join me as I examine how we can use laughter to interrupt that negative loop, shift our focus, and ease our anxiety. We’ll explore ways to bring more laughter into our daily lives, including a fool-proof method for laughing even when that feels like the last thing you want to do. --- I expand on the idea of laughter as a way to control your anxiety in my forthcoming book, Calm & Sense. If you found this topic helpful, I invite you to get on the book’s waitlist. Do you struggle with anxiety? Download these techniques for keeping calm. Let’s connect on Facebook and Instagram. © 2020 Wendy Leeds

The struggle to be perfect is real. It leaves us anxious, frustrated, and exhausted, and it stops us from finishing what we start. In this episode, I am sharing with you the impact I’ve seen from my own lifelong struggle with perfection, and my decision to make a change. Together, we’ll explore why we think we need to be perfect and how we got that way. And if you’re as ready to step off of the perfection hamster wheel as I am, I have five powerful steps that will help us do just that. My book, Calm & Sense, is coming out this fall! If you find my podcast helpful, I invite you to click here and get on the book waitlist. You may also want to download four panic-proofing techniques to help you manage your anxiety. Join me on Facebook and Instagram © 2020 Wendy Leeds

How you treat your body impacts your anxiety. Join me as I share 5 tips you can use daily to naturally ease your anxiety, lower your stress, and create a sense of emotional well-being. --- This discussion about anxiety and caring for your body is just one of many ways to control your anxiety that can be found in my forthcoming book, Calm & Sense. If you find my podcast helpful, I invite you to get on the waitlist. Here are some other ways that we can stay in touch: Download four panic-proofing techniques Join me on Facebook and Instagram Mentioned in this episode: https://www.lorettalaroche.com

Did you know that you can ease your own anxiety just by changing the way you breathe? Join me as we explore powerful ways to use our breath to ease our anxiety. Working with the mechanics of how we breathe, we’ll explore ways to use that breath to relax our body and quiet our minds. These innovative breathing techniques are amazing for soothing our feelings of panic, calming long-term anxiety, and even easing insomnia. In this episode, we’re taking the act of simple breathing to a whole new level! --- This discussion about breath is just one of many ways to control your anxiety that can be found in my forthcoming book, Calm & Sense. If you find my podcast helpful, I invite you to get on the waitlist. Stay in touch with Wendy: Download techniques for keeping calm. http://wendyleeds.com/downloads Facebook http://facebook.com/wendyleedskeepingcalm Instagram http://instagram.com/wendyleedskeepingcalm © 2020 Wendy Leeds

Change is hard and it can be scary! We all felt this recently as we adjusted to staying home during a global pandemic, and we are feeling it again as our cities slowly reopen. In this episode, Wendy tackles the anxiety of change, sharing her own stories as a three-time cancer survivor. She discusses what makes change so difficult and why we struggle with it. She then offers a powerful perspective that will help you manage any type of change more easily. Stay in touch with Wendy: Download techniques for keeping calm. Get on the waitlist for Wendy’s forthcoming book, Calm & Sense. Facebook Instagram © 2020 Wendy Leeds

Anxiety doesn’t always impact just one person. It can affect entire families and members can carry that anxiety with them when they go out on their own. Join Wendy in an engaging, honest conversation with Lucille Fisher about the emotional impact Lucille’s anxious family has had on her life. They explore how Lucille has found her way to healing and discuss the tactics that she is using today to make sure that she doesn’t perpetuate her anxiety in her own family. Mentioned in this episode: Learn more about Lucille Fisher at SageandSavvymarketing.com. You can find her on Facebook, on Instagram, and on Twitter. You can email her at Lucille@sageandsavvymarketing.com. The Practice of Living Awareness More Resources from Wendy: Download techniques for keeping calm. Get on the waitlist for Wendy’s forthcoming book, Calm & Sense.  Facebook Instagram © 2020 Wendy Leeds

Do you ever feel trapped in a never-ending loop of negative thinking? If this sounds familiar, join Wendy as she explores how changing the way you talk to yourself can change how you experience life. Wendy examines how we can work with our brains to make positive changes in how we think, and then offers some suggestions and examples to get you started on your way to your own more peaceful life. Mentioned in this episode: Feel the Fear and Do It Anyways by Susan Jeffers, Ph.D.* Download techniques for keeping calm. Get on the waitlist for Wendy’s forthcoming book, Calm & Sense. Facebook Instagram *This is an affiliate link which means that I’ll earn a tiny little commission if you purchase through my link. Since I don’t make any money through my podcast, if you decide to do this, I thank you! © 2020 Wendy Leeds

Wendy and her husband, Tim, sit down for an open and honest conversation about what it’s like for him to live with someone who suffers from anxiety. They explore how Wendy’s awareness of her anxiety emerged over the years and how it has impacted their relationship. They offer powerful tips you can use to build supportive relationships with those you love. They discuss how to talk with each other about anxiety, how to listen, and how to support each other with compassion and love. If you are anxious or if you live with someone who is, listening to this podcast may help you understand the other side of that “anxiety equation.” If you find it useful, consider inviting your partner to tune in as well. It may help you begin a dialogue about building a relationship that works for you both. Download techniques for keeping calm. Get on the waitlist for Wendy’s forthcoming book, Calm & Sense. Connect with Wendy: Facebook Instagram © 2020 Wendy Leeds

In this episode, Wendy explores the transformative impact that forgiveness can have on our lives. Changing just a single thought about forgiveness can help you move beyond the pain of the past and into a more peaceful future. Sharing personal stories of forgiveness from her own past, Wendy offers insight into how our reluctance to forgive keeps us stuck in the past. She offers a powerful three-step plan for forgiving and setting yourself free. And finally, she reminds us that forgiveness has nothing to do with the offender. Forgiveness is a gift we give ourselves. Get on the waitlist for Wendy’s forthcoming book, Calm & Sense.  Connect with Wendy: Facebook  Instagram  © 2020 Wendy Leeds

In this episode, Wendy offers a dynamic two-step process for getting unstuck, reclaiming your power, and stepping beyond the edges of your comfort zone. Drawing on a story of how elephants were trained for the circus, Wendy explores the pain of feeling trapped and defeated. She then offers a powerful tool for stepping beyond your limiting beliefs. If you’re stuck in a relationship or in a job, or if you just feel trapped and defeated, let Wendy help you find your way to the life you’ve been dreaming of. (Material in this episode may be difficult for some. Please use discretion.) Get on the waitlist for Wendy’s forthcoming book, Calm & Sense. Connect with Wendy: Facebook Instagram Download Wendy’s techniques for keeping calm © 2020 Wendy Leeds

In this episode, Wendy shares her personal history of anxiety, and the difficult, very personal moment that made her sit down and finally start writing Calm and Sense: A Woman’s Guide to Living Anxiety-Free. Wendy begins by describing her life-long battle with anxiety and how it fueled her mission to learn everything she could about managing anxiety – what works and what doesn’t. She shares the powerful statistics that made her decide to put everything she’s learned into a book that could serve as a companion for all anxious women. Get on the waitlist for Wendy’s forthcoming book, Calm & Sense. Connect with Wendy: Facebook Instagram © 2020 Wendy Leeds

In this episode, three-time cancer survivor, Wendy Leeds, shares 4 powerful ways to deal with the isolation and fear of COVID-19 or any other crisis. Drawing on her own experiences, Wendy shares the story of the night when she was in the hospital dealing with chemo for leukemia. She was afraid and not sure how she would be able to get through the fear, when a visit from a social worker helped her discover a simple way to switch her thinking. She explains that crisis always involves the loss of your normal everyday life, and she reveals the way to let go of the old “normal,” and create a bridge to your new “normal.” In times like these, she suggests it’s even more important for us all to practice “radical kindness,” both with ourselves and with those around us. She also explores how important it is to open our hearts and forgive ourselves as well all the people in our life. Finally, Wendy shares the heroic story that helped her get through treatment for breast cancer and forever changed the way she deals with crisis. Stay in touch with us: Facebook Instagram Download techniques for keeping calm Get on the waitlist for Wendy’s forthcoming book, Calm & Sense Visit Wendy’s blog for more anxiety support Are you, or is someone you know, dealing with a recent cancer diagnosis? This may help: How to Love Yourself Through Cancer or Any Other Terrifying Diagnosis (TinyBuddha.com article) © 2020 Wendy Leeds