Decaffeinated: An Anxiety Podcast

Ever wonder how your personality might influence your political stance? We sure have! Join us as we chat about what your Myers-Briggs Type says about your political leanings- just around election time too! We think you'll enjoy this one as much as we did chatting about it.Episode LinksArticle: https://www.truity.com/blog/does-your-personality-type-determine-your-politicsMyers-Briggs Type Indicator Quiz: http://www.16personalities.com/free-personality-testSocial MediaInstagram/Twitter: @decafpod Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/decafpodEmail: decafpod@gmail.com

Welcome to a very special episode where we talk all things Halloween! From our favorite candy, to costumes, to haunted hayrides, and even our all time favorite Halloween movies. You won't want to miss this. Happy All Hallows Eve!Social MediaInstagram/Twitter: @decafpod Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/decafpodEmail: decafpod@gmail.com

Ever wonder what kind of person you are? For this episode we explain how the Myers-Briggs Type Indicator (MBTI) works, and what we scored. And in honor of halloween, we chat about an article that talks all about our Myers-Briggs personality types and what kinds of things really freak us out! Links:Myers-Briggs Type Indicator Quiz: http://www.16personalities.com/free-personality-testWhat Scares Each Introverted Myers-Briggs Type the Most Article: https://introvertdear.com/news/what-scares-each-introverted-myers-briggs-personality-type-the-most/Social MediaInstagram/Twitter: @decafpod Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/decafpodEmail: decafpod@gmail.comIntro/Outro Musicstraight 12 by Stefan Kartenberg (c) copyright 2020 Licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution Noncommercial (3.0) license.http://dig.ccmixter.org/files/JeffSpeed68/61284-

Join us as we chat about our recent trip to a certain magical land to escape from the craziness that has been 2020. Social MediaInstagram/Twitter: @decafpod Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/decafpodEmail: decafpod@gmail.comIntro/Outro Musicstraight 12 by Stefan Kartenberg (c) copyright 2020 Licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution Noncommercial (3.0) license.http://dig.ccmixter.org/files/JeffSpeed68/61284-

This episode we take a step back in time to share some of our most memorable childhood fears and experiences. Kick back and laugh along with us as we take a stroll down memory lane.Social MediaInstagram/Twitter: @decafpod Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/decafpodEmail: decafpod@gmail.comIntro/Outro Musicstraight 12 by Stefan Kartenberg (c) copyright 2020 Licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution Noncommercial (3.0) license.http://dig.ccmixter.org/files/JeffSpeed68/61284-

This week we continue our discussion on empaths with MSW and ordained minister Tom Swope about his experiences with finding the positive side of being an empath, as well as some wisdom he has found in life along the way.LinksEmpath Article: https://bornthisway.foundation/empowering-empathy-increase-kindness/Empath Podcasts: Psychicteachers / So You Think You're Intuitive PodcastEmpath Books: Energetic Boundaries by Cindi DaleGuest Email: empathicyou@yahoo.comSocial MediaInstagram/Twitter: @decafpod Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/decafpodEmail: decafpod@gmail.comIntro/Outro Musicstraight 12 by Stefan Kartenberg (c) copyright 2020 Licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution Noncommercial (3.0) license.http://dig.ccmixter.org/files/JeffSpeed68/61284-

Join us as we discuss how we came to learn about and recognize ourselves as being empathic, and what it's like going through life as empaths. Follow along as we take an empath self-assessment quiz and find out if you are one too!Empath Self-Assessment Quiz: https://drjudithorloff.com/quizzes/empath-self-assessment-test/Careers For Empaths Aricle: https://www.psychologytoday.com/us/blog/the-empaths-survival-guide/201703/the-best-and-worst-careers-empathsSocial Media:Instagram/Twitter: @decafpod Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/decafpodEmail: decafpod@gmail.comIntro/Outro Music:straight 12 by Stefan Kartenberg (c) copyright 2020 Licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution Noncommercial (3.0) license.http://dig.ccmixter.org/files/JeffSpeed68/61284-

Rev. Connie L. Habash, MA, LMFT joins us on the pod! Rev. Connie is a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist, yoga & meditation teacher, interfaith minister, and author of Awakening from Anxiety: A Spiritual Guide to Living a More Calm, Confident, and Courageous Life. This episode we talk all about her relationship with anxiety, her spirituality, and her new book.https://www.AwakeningSelf.comhttps://www.facebook.com/AwakeningSelfSocial Media:Instagram/Twitter: @decafpod Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/decafpodEmail: decafpod@gmail.comIntro/Outro Music:straight 12 by Stefan Kartenberg (c) copyright 2020 Licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution Noncommercial (3.0) license.http://dig.ccmixter.org/files/JeffSpeed68/61284-

This week we're talking all about house buying anxiety while celebrating our one year anniversary of buying our house! We chat about everything from adventures in attending open houses, to prepping for a coming hurricane the week of our closing, to the emotional rollercoaster that inevitably comes along with the whole process. Episode Links:Tap With Brad Youtube Channel https://www.youtube.com/user/eftwizardListen Money Matters Podcast https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/listen-money-matters-free-your-inner-financial-badass/id736826307Social Media:Instagram/Twitter: @decafpod Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/decafpodEmail: decafpod@gmail.comIntro/Outro Music:straight 12 by Stefan Kartenberg (c) copyright 2020 Licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution Noncommercial (3.0) license.http://dig.ccmixter.org/files/JeffSpeed68/61284

This episode is all about job interview anxiety (come on we've all been there right?). But first, we try something new and taste test some kudzu pudding for the first time. Brian rediscovered a YouTube channel that gave him some helpful interview tips and Elisa added to her mug collection with some 90s nostalgia.Charisma On Command Keanu Reeves Video: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=wHHwE8Y-pqk&t=105sIntro/Outro Music:straight 12 by Stefan Kartenberg (c) copyright 2020 Licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution Noncommercial (3.0) license.http://dig.ccmixter.org/files/JeffSpeed68/61284

This episode we have our friends Michael and Becca on to talk all about what's been going on with life in quarantine. Brian gets some news about his tailor, Elisa tries to have a beach day, and Michael and Becca are getting ready to take a trip. Elisa finds a new crystal, and Brian and Elisa take another cooking class.Together we chat about why traveling abroad can be nice for those with anxiety, difficulties explaining technology to those who are not so tech savvy, introducing Elisa's grandma to Marco polo, how other people perceive anxious behaviors, managing health anxiety during a pandemic, the origin of the Karen meme, our thoughts on Black Is King and Hamilton, and quarantine haircuts (or lack thereof).Tourmaline Crystal: https://crystalcurious.com/crystals/black-tourmaline/Together with chefs: @togetherwithchefsMaking mochi with a hammer video: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=tmSrULDVRPcBecky with the good hair article: https://www.popsugar.com/beauty/What-Does-Becky-Good-Hair-Mean-41062522Analyze the Karen Meme Video: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=uPewiuA2xEMIntro/Outro Music:straight 12 by Stefan Kartenberg (c) copyright 2020 Licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution Noncommercial (3.0) license.http://dig.ccmixter.org/files/JeffSpeed68/61284

It's Brian's birthday, so what better way to celebrate than to talk all about toxic masculinity? We discuss Brian's upbringing and experiences with toxic male behavior growing up from participating in sports teams, finding his stride in band and musicals, going to school for engineering and switching to music therapy, the dynamics of working in a female prominent profession and switching to a male dominated one, and seeking therapy as a male in today's society.Intro/Outro Music:straight 12 by Stefan Kartenberg (c) copyright 2020 Licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution Noncommercial (3.0) license.http://dig.ccmixter.org/files/JeffSpeed68/61284

On this episode, we are joined by our friend, Shashanna Orellano. We discuss her history with anxiety and how it intersects with motherhood as well as her career. We chat about her experience being diagnosed with Covid-19, taking medication, struggles with infertility, postpartum depression and anxiety, seeing her own behaviors being modeled by her child, and what it’s like working in the mental health field as someone who has been diagnosed with a mental health condition. Intro/Outro Music:straight 12 by Stefan Kartenberg (c) copyright 2020 Licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution Noncommercial (3.0) license.http://dig.ccmixter.org/files/JeffSpeed68/61284

Take a stroll with us down musical memory lane as we reminisce about some of the songs and albums that defined our adolescence. Spotify Playlist Link: https://open.spotify.com/playlist/7Ee6J6Y5SKS89ijtBBZ2q9?si=fLfLvgTQSmqO7TKJiieG0gIntro/Outro Music:straight 12 by Stefan Kartenberg (c) copyright 2020 Licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution Noncommercial (3.0) license.http://dig.ccmixter.org/files/JeffSpeed68/61284

We are so excited to interview songwriter Josh LeBreton, the creative force behind the band The Canary Yellow. We dive deep down the musical rabbit hole as he shares with us all about his history with music, inspiration for and process of songwriting, as well as how his anxiety and obsessive compulsive tendencies play into it all. The Canary Yellow: thecanaryyellow.carrd.coInstagram @thecanaryyellowOn Spotify/Apple Music, etc.Facebook.com/TheCanaryYellowTwitter @TheCanaryYellowNirvana "The Man Who Sold the World" (MTV Unplugged): https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=fregObNcHC8Intro/Outro Music:straight 12 by Stefan Kartenberg (c) copyright 2020 Licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution Noncommercial (3.0) license.http://dig.ccmixter.org/files/JeffSpeed68/61284

This week we have a special guest, Jessica Halliley (Brian's sister) joining the podcast to talk all about school anxiety in higher education. We also discuss panic attacks, lack of anxiety awareness from colleges, pressure to perform and get good grades, expectations from parents growing up, effects of our parents' parents on their parenting style, and different perspectives from siblings in the same household.Intro/Outro Music:straight 12 by Stefan Kartenberg (c) copyright 2020 Licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution Noncommercial (3.0) license.http://dig.ccmixter.org/files/JeffSpeed68/61284

Our painting saga comes to a close (but with a twist ending), discovering Hamilton, our histories with insomnia, spilling the tea on sleepy time tea, learning about ASMR, and Brian's thoughts on reading vs audio books.Josh Gad's Reunited Apart- Back to the Future: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=crdYIUdUOhcShoe Cobbling ASMR Video: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=98PqA_v54MwIntro/Outro Music:straight 12 by Stefan Kartenberg (c) copyright 2020 Licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution Noncommercial (3.0) license.http://dig.ccmixter.org/files/JeffSpeed68/61284

We talk with our friend and host of the Mindful Mentor podcast Bree Lukosavich about having anxiety in the public eye, running a small business during a pandemic, codependency, and her experiences working with the students of the Parkland shooting. We finish up with a trivia game about celebrities who also experience anxiety.Intro/Outro Music:straight 12 by Stefan Kartenberg (c) copyright 2020 Licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution Noncommercial (3.0) license.http://dig.ccmixter.org/files/JeffSpeed68/61284

Our friend Karen House @itskarenhouse, cohost of Karen and Joe Joe Waist Your Time Podcast @karenjoejoewyt, joins us to chat about her experiences with anxiety and what’s been getting her through the times we’re living in. We delve more into a condition she lives with called Misophonia in which certain sounds trigger pretty strong emotional reactions and even play an anxiety-themed Disney trivia game. KJJYT 10th Episode Anniversary: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/lets-get-wild/id1506035717?i=1000475213741Scary Pockets "Never Gonna Give You Up" Cover: https://youtu.be/sQnoZUR6fvYIntro/Outro Music:straight 12 by Stefan Kartenberg (c) copyright 2020 Licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution Noncommercial (3.0) license.http://dig.ccmixter.org/files/JeffSpeed68/61284

Join us for a candid, heavier conversation about racism and the anxiety that talking about it brings up. You'll hear all about our thoughts on the protests, BLM movement, and how we're trying to learn and grow through this experience. Here are a bunch of resources if you are looking for any way to learn morePodcasts: Higher Learning with Van Lathan and Rachel LindsayUnlocking Us With Brene Brown https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/bren%C3%A9-with-ibram-x-kendi-on-how-to-be-an-antiracist/id1494350511?i=1000476611079Organizations to follow: @colorofchange @blklivesmatter @theconsciouskid @ncaap @laylafsaad @rachel.cargleThings to read:How to Be an Antiracist by Ibram KendiWhite Fragility: Why It’s So Hard for White People to Talk About Racism by Robin DiAngeloMe and White Supremacy by Layla SaadThings to Watch:13th, LA 92, Dear White People, American Son (All available on Netflix)Intro/Outro Music:straight 12 by Stefan Kartenberg (c) copyright 2020 Licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution Noncommercial (3.0) license.http://dig.ccmixter.org/files/JeffSpeed68/61284

This week we celebrate our 2 year anniversary with our close friend and wedding officiant Julie Novak-Harrison. As we reminisce about the big day, we share all the anxieties that came along the way. You'll hear all about how we first met, and finish up with our new segment "Game of Julie Questions" where we go pretty deep! Intro/Outro Music:straight 12 by Stefan Kartenberg (c) copyright 2020 Licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution Noncommercial (3.0) license.http://dig.ccmixter.org/files/JeffSpeed68/61284

On this episode we continue our discussion with Jay Aven (Elisa's dad) about his experiences with anxiety growing up, and just how far back they go. We also talk about his childhood fear of eating around others, influences his parents and family members had on him growing up, and what got him through it all. We finish with his thoughts on his upcoming retirement and relating to younger generations who are in a very different place in their lives. Intro/Outro Music:straight 12 by Stefan Kartenberg (c) copyright 2020 Licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution Noncommercial (3.0) license.http://dig.ccmixter.org/files/JeffSpeed68/61284

Join us this week as we interview "the Legend" Jay Aven (Elisa's dad) and chat about what anxiety apples may not have fallen too far from the tree. We discuss how different generations are managing their anxiety, as well as all the fears including (but not limited to) public speaking, flying, and really big dogs. Be sure to stay tuned for his "patented" pill swallowing technique. Yup- you read that right. You won't want to miss this!Intro/Outro Music:straight 12 by Stefan Kartenberg (c) copyright 2020 Licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution Noncommercial (3.0) license.http://dig.ccmixter.org/files/JeffSpeed68/61284

This week we're talking all things food and anxiety. From food sensitivities and allergies to perfectionism in the kitchen and trying to figure out what "healthy" really means for us. Elisa shares her panic induced shrimp allergy (resulting in a 911 call), and we wrap up with a really surprising fact about Ireland, and one of our travel abroad apps that is a serious life-saver.Egg Video: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=5Ua-WVg1SsA&feature=youtu.beIntro/Outro Music:straight 12 by Stefan Kartenberg (c) copyright 2020 Licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution Noncommercial (3.0) license.http://dig.ccmixter.org/files/JeffSpeed68/61284

Our first guest, Joe Kim, joins us this week as we chat about what it’s like being an ambivert in quarantine. Joe opens up about his relationship to anxiety and what’s getting him through the week. We finish it up with an epic game of Would You Rather. You won’t want to miss this one!https://www.buzzfeed.com/shannonrosenberg/if-youre-an-anxious-person-this-will-be-torturousIntro/Outro Music:straight 12 by Stefan Kartenberg (c) copyright 2020 Licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution Noncommercial (3.0) license.http://dig.ccmixter.org/files/JeffSpeed68/61284

This week we dive into what it's been like dealing with our new reality in the era of Covid-19. We open up about coming out of the anxiety closet, finding a balance between over and under functioning, and what's been helpful as far as coping strategies go. We also discuss our thoughts on Tiger King and Bindi Irwin's wedding.Intro/Outro Music:straight 12 by Stefan Kartenberg (c) copyright 2020 Licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution Noncommercial (3.0) license.http://dig.ccmixter.org/files/JeffSpeed68/61284

Welcome to our first episode! We'll be getting into the nitty gritty on where we got the inspiration for the name of our podcast, the beginning of our anxiety journeys, and what might be making us a little bit anxious today (shocking we know). We will also be playing a round of our favorite game- 'Worst Case Scenario.’ Promise it'll become your favorite too!Intro/Outro Music:straight 12 by Stefan Kartenberg (c) copyright 2020 Licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution Noncommercial (3.0) license.http://dig.ccmixter.org/files/JeffSpeed68/61284

Join hosts Elisa and Brian as they discuss all things anxiety. You'll laugh, you'll cry, and hopefully you'll relate.Intro/Outro Music:straight 12 by Stefan Kartenberg (c) copyright 2020 Licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution Noncommercial (3.0) license.http://dig.ccmixter.org/files/JeffSpeed68/61284