Walking With Anxiety Podcast

Today I talk about my medication and how it is not working as well as it used to. I also talk about the planned 4 day working week in the UK. --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/walking-with-anxiety/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/walking-with-anxiety/support

Do you feel odd if you don't eat certain meals at certain times or is it just me? --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/walking-with-anxiety/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/walking-with-anxiety/support

Halloween is a great time of fun and sweets, but there are those that might be scared of certain things. How do you strike a good balance? --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/walking-with-anxiety/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/walking-with-anxiety/support

Needle phobia is horrible, as daughter and mother know. How can you cope with Needle phobia. --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/walking-with-anxiety/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/walking-with-anxiety/support

In this....I don't know what number I'm up to now. I talk about if mental health changes as you get older. --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/walking-with-anxiety/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/walking-with-anxiety/support

I'm back with a new episode all about how dogs can help you with mental health. If you want to check out my blog go to www.walkingwithanxiety.wordpress.com --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/walking-with-anxiety/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/walking-with-anxiety/support

With the new year rapidly moving into the distance, have you been keeping to those new year resolutions you promised yourself? Here are a few ways you can keep yourself on track.

This week, I look at all those students that are taking mock exams or thinking about exams coming up. How can you prepare without getting too stressed or anxious?

In this episode, I talk about how difficult it can be to have the Christmas you want for your family while staying within your budget. Plus, the psychological impact of worrying about money at this time of year.

Many people suffer from post-operative depression at one time or another. But how can you recognise the symptoms and how can you overcome it?

In this episode, I talk about what toxic positivity is and how it can be bad for you if you suffer from poor mental health.

In this episode, I look at the dangers associated with driving while anxious or panicked, and how you can try to minimize the symptoms.

In this episode, I take a look at ruminating and how you can learn to stop doing it.

n this episode, I talk about whether learning about World War 2 can cause a problem with your mental health as suggested by an Instagram influencer. If you want to donate to my charity fundraiser for my podcast anniversary, the visit my Just Giving page. https://www.justgiving.com/fundraising/walkingwithanxiety

With the first anniversary of my podcast approaching, I wanted to give something to one of the mental health charities that work so hard. If you enjoy the show and want to give something to my Just Giving page for Rethink Mental Health, then please follow the link. Thank you to everyone who has listened to the show this year so far. https://www.justgiving.com/fundraising/walkingwithanxiety

In this episode, I look at why saying no can be a good thing and not the negative experience people often imagine. I also look at ways you can learn to say no.

In this episode, I look at the world mental health day and if it is having the impact it should be having. I also look at the one thing that I think summed it up best for me.

In this episode, I look at the controversy surrounding the new Joker movie and ask if it has helped raise awareness for mental health issues or made things worse.

In this episode, I look at what many people call Sadfishing and how its impact on social media could be dangerous, especially for teenagers.

In this episode, I look at an article on the psychcentral website that mentions three things you can do to improve your mental health and keep it strong. I examine each of them and see if they can be used effectively.

Today, I look at some of the ways you can incorporate exercise into your routine to help improve your mental health.

In this episode, I look at some of the things people with high anxiety do when they go shopping. I also share some of my stories.

In today's episode, I look at the link between the Streptococcus bacteria and OCD. To read the full article, visit the NIMH website.

My memory has never been the best, but something happened recently that brought back a memory from my childhood.

In this episode, I look at some of the ways you can learn to relax and sleep when you have anxiety.

I haven’t done a phobia special for a little while, so this episode is all about Mysophobia. What is this phobia, what are the symptoms and how can you overcome it? If you have Mysophobia, or you have any questions about this episode, please leave a comment, or contact me on Twitter @walkingwithanxi

In this episode, I talk about how you can find the right therapist for you, and how you can resolve any issues you might have with your existing therapist.If you have any stories you would like to share, please let me know. I am on Twitter @walkingwithanxi and on email stevendaws@walkingwithanxiety.co.uk

On the show today, I look at possible changes to the World Health Organisation (WHO) guidelines surrounding mental health conditions and what it could mean for future diagnosis. In an article published on the EurekaAlert website, several universities were involved in a study to find out if the current guidelines were accurate. Let me know your thoughts via Twitter @walkingwithanxi or emailing the show at stevendaws@walkingwithanxiety.co.uk

Although there are many therapists out there, not all of them will be available to everyone for many different reasons. In this episode, I talk about how to find a therapist, and what your options might be. I would love to hear your thoughts and views, you can get in touch via Twitter @walkingwithanxi or email stevendaws@walkingwithanxiety.co.uk --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/walking-with-anxiety/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/walking-with-anxiety/support

Virtual reality is now a popular part of gaming and other experiences, but can it be used to help people with certain mental health conditions? You can contact the show via Twitter @walkingwithanxi or email stevendaws@walkingwithanxiety.co.uk--- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/walking-with-anxiety/message

Only one episode this week unfortunately as I have gone back on my antidepressants which has caused some side effects. So, today I am going to talk about some of the side effects you might have if you decide antidepressants are the tool to help your anxiety or mental health problem. Please feel free to let me know your thoughts, I am on Twitter @walkingwithanxi or email the show stevendaws@walkingwithanxiety.co.uk--- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/walking-with-anxiety/message

In this episode, I talk about some of my anxiety routines and some of the others that people suffer from. --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/walking-with-anxiety/message

There are certain things that I will do because of my anxiety, including odd toilet habits. In this episode, I also look at some others ways that people with anxiety try to deal with it using certain routines. --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/walking-with-anxiety/message

Dissociation is a common symptom for many mental illnesses and conditions, and so I wanted to talk about some of the symptoms and how it can make you feel. Please let me know your experiences with dissociation so it can help others. Follow me on Twitter @walkingwithanxi and email the show stevendaws@walkingwithanxiety.co.uk --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/walking-with-anxiety/message

When my daughter tried to save a bird in our front garden, she displayed all the wonderful aspects of her Autism and her unshakeable sense of right and wrong. If you have any stories you would like to share, please get in touch through Twitter @walkingwithanxi or email the show stevendaws@walkingwithanxiety.co.uk--- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/walking-with-anxiety/message

We all get older, but when you have health anxiety, it can make ageing more of a worry. Do you have anxiety about getting older? If so, I'd love to hear from you. You can reach me on Twitter @walkingwithanxi or email the show stevendaws@walkingwithanxiety.co.uk--- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/walking-with-anxiety/message

Today I talk about an error that nearly had me recording my podcast in my shed, and also my decision to start giving blood. Please let me know your thoughts and questions on Twitter @walkingwithanxi or via email stevendaws@walkingwithanxiety.co.uk--- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/walking-with-anxiety/message

Today, I wanted to chat about an article on the Science Daily website that discusses a possible link between your gut health and your mental health. Can your gut health affect your mental health? Let me know if you have found this to be the case. Message me on Twitter @walkingwithanxi or email the show stevendaws@walkingwithanxiety.co.uk--- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/walking-with-anxiety/message

People who have anxiety often have to deal with many different symptoms. Some are more common than others, and today, I talk about some of the more unusual symptoms of anxiety. If you have any of these or other unusual symptoms, please let me know. You can contact me via email stevendaws@walkingwithanxiety.co.uk or on Twitter @walkingwithanxi--- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/walking-with-anxiety/message

If you are at work, school or doing your shopping, you might sometimes have panic attacks, or suffer a crisis. A mental health survival pack can be a good way to help you get through it or find the help you need. Let me know what you use, or if you have a mental health survival pack. You can find me on Instagram (Walking with Anxiety) Twitter (@walkingwithanxi) or email stevendaws@walkingwithanxiety.co.uk--- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/walking-with-anxiety/message

With the cancellation of the Jeremy Kyle show in the UK, and the government looking at the issue of reality television, is this the end of these shows as we know them?Please let me know your thoughts, you can message me on Twitter @walkingwithanxi or email the show stevendaws@walkingwithanxiety.co.uk--- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/walking-with-anxiety/message

Depression can be hard to spot sometimes, for the person with depression, and those around them. So how can you spot when someone is depressed and how can you help them?Please tell me your thoughts by hitting me up on Twitter @walkingwithanxi or email the show stevendaws@walkingwithanxiety.co.uk--- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/walking-with-anxiety/message

This week, I had a strange experience that caused me to re-evaluate the way that I try to use mindfulness to help with my anxiety and panic attacks. Please tell me your mindfulness techniques and how they work for you. Contact me on Twitter @walkingwithanxi or email stevendaws@walkingwithanxiety.co.uk--- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/walking-with-anxiety/message

An interesting article on Psychology Today mentions a study that has indicated a link between improved mental health and being in a religious community. Does religion help people with poor mental health? Can any close community offer the same support and help even without religion?Please let me know your thoughts and comments either at stevendaws@walkingwithanxiety.co.uk or on Twitter @walkingwithanxi--- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/walking-with-anxiety/message

With the recent backlash towards Burger King, are large companies making fun or just looking for profit from mental health, or are they simply being naive? Please subscribe and follow me on your podcast platform. I would also love to hear your thoughts on Twitter @walkingwithanxi or stevendaws@walkingwithanxiety.co.uk--- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/walking-with-anxiety/message

Finding the right person can be hard, and it can be even worse if you feel you aren't worthy or you feel that no-one can love you. However, there are ways that you can find love and find the right person for you. P.S I have recently added my podcast to Podcoin which allows you to get rewards while listening to me! You can get the app on iTunes and Google Play. --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/walking-with-anxiety/message

One of the little-known symptoms of anxiety can be anger and short-temper. Why does it happen, and what can you do about it?Please let me know your thoughts and stories either by email on stevendaws@walkingwithanxiety.co.uk or Twitter @walkingwithanxi--- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/walking-with-anxiety/message

A common issue with anxiety and high stress levels is digestive problems. I discuss some of those problems and ways you can try to relive them symptoms. Please tell me your experiences by emailing me stevendaws@walkingwithanxiety.co.uk or on Twitter @walkingwithanxi --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/walking-with-anxiety/message

What is Seasonal Affective Disorder and how can it affect you? I will be talking about SAD and why seasonal affective disorder causes so many problems for people. I would love to hear your thoughts, email me on stevendaws@walkingwithanxiety.co.uk or on Twitter @walkingwithanxi--- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/walking-with-anxiety/message

In this phobia special, I look at Entomophobia and talk about how you can try to overcome it. Please message me on Twitter @walkingwithanxi with your comments or email me stevendaws@walkingwithanxiety.co.uk--- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/walking-with-anxiety/message

Despite a lot of good work by many people, there are still instances of employers not helping those with poor mental health. Even large companies are seeing instances of poor understanding of mental health among some managers and team leaders. --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/walking-with-anxiety/message