Podcasts about anxiety relief

Waking Up at 3am — Anxiety Relief to Get You Back to Sleep | Extended Exhale Breathing Waking up at 3am with anxiety is one of the loneliest experiences there is — your eyes open on their own, your heart is faster than it should be for someone lying perfectly still, and your mind has already found the one unfinished thought it saved up especially for now. This 10-minute guided meditation is built for exactly that hour. Martin explains why it happens: there is a small, ordinary rise in cortisol in the early hours meant to get your body ready for morning, and when you're anxious that rise arrives a little louder and wakes you. It isn't a warning. It isn't a sign. It's chemistry arriving early. From there the session uses extended exhale breathing — a gentle breath in, a brief pause, and an out-breath always longer than the in — because breathing out directly, mechanically slows your heart rate. It's the simplest somatic tool there is, and the one that works best lying down in the dark, when you don't want to count hard or hold anything. A warm light at the centre of the chest, gentle affirmations for sleep anxiety and insomnia relief, and three practical caring tips follow. If you drift off partway through, that's the point — let the voice fade. Hosted by clinical hypnotherapist and former paramedic Martin Hewlett.  ⏱️ Time Chapters * 00:00 – Cold open: awake at three in the morning* 00:39 – Why you wake: the early-hours cortisol rise* 01:23 – Welcome to Calming Anxiety with Martin* 01:39 – Anchored: the nightlight and offline sleep sessions* 02:24 – Settling: letting the pillow take the weight* 03:36 – Extended exhale breathing: the science* 04:17 – Guided rounds: longer out than in* 05:37 – A warm light at the centre of your chest* 06:08 – Tonight's gentle affirmations* 08:19 – Drifting off, or coming gently back* 09:01 – Your three daily caring tips* 09:43 – Closing thoughts and sign-off  

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Most people wait for life to get better. This technique teaches you how to feel better now in under 60 seconds. This shift is the miracle that unlocks the rest.https://www.curlynikki.com/daily-devotional-august-26-2026-change-your-life.html

Anxiety Relief for Irritability & Overwhelm — I Just Need to Feel Calm Again | Alternate Nostril Breathing Guided Meditation Anxiety relief for those days when everything is getting under your skin. This ten minute guided meditation is for the moment you catch yourself thinking "I just need to feel calm again" — when the noise, the questions, the one more thing have worn your patience thin, your shoulders are tight, your jaw is clenched, and your voice is sharper than you meant it to be. Underneath irritation there is almost always something quieter. You're tired. You're overloaded. You've been holding too much together. Today we use alternate nostril breathing — nadi shodhana, the balancing breath — breathing in for four and out for six, giving your mind one gentle thing to do at a time while your nervous system finds its way back down. Slow, rhythmic breathwork for stress relief, overwhelm and an overstimulated nervous system. Hosted by clinical hypnotherapist and former paramedic Martin Hewlett, Calming Anxiety is a daily ten minute guided meditation for anxiety relief, panic attacks, stress and sleep. You don't have to become a different person today. You don't have to be endlessly patient. You simply need a little more space. ⏱️ Time Chapters * 00:00 – I just need to feel calm again * 00:20 – When the smallest things get under your skin * 00:47 – What's underneath the irritation * 01:13 – Welcome — this is your moment * 01:31 – Finding your quiet place * 01:42 – Alternate nostril breathing (nadi shodhana) explained * 02:23 – Guided breathing — in for four, out for six * 04:24 – Softening the shoulders, forehead and hands * 04:56 – Visualisation — laying the weight down * 05:44 – Today's gentle affirmations * 08:04 – You don't have to become a different person * 08:21 – Three daily caring tips * 09:14 – Returning to the room * 10:05 – Anchored, sharing and closing thoughts 

Hello Beautiful, I'm so grateful you're here with me. Tonight, peaceful affirmations gently replace worry with calm as your mind prepares for sleep. This soothing sleep meditation helps reduce anxiety, relax your body, and invite deep, uninterrupted rest. Let each affirmation carry you closer to peaceful dreams. Love,

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Hello Beautiful, I'm so grateful you're here with me. Some days simply ask too much of you. This comforting sleep meditation helps release overwhelm, quiet anxiety, and gently guide your body and mind toward deep, restorative sleep. Tonight, allow yourself to set everything down and simply rest. Love,

And yet there are no things, truly. Love appearing as this and that.

Hello Beautiful, I'm so grateful you're here with me. These soothing affirmations are designed to quiet anxious thoughts, calm your nervous system, and strengthen a deep sense of inner peace. As each affirmation settles into your heart, stress begins to soften and emotional balance naturally returns. Let these calming words become an anchor whenever anxiety arises. Love,

Hello Beautiful, I'm so grateful you're here with me. Wander through a quiet forest where every breeze, tree, and leaf whispers peaceful bedtime secrets. This calming sleep story for women uses soothing storytelling, tranquil woodland imagery, and gentle narration to ease anxiety, relax the body, and support deep, restorative sleep. Let the peaceful woods welcome you into sweet dreams. Love,

This is how you stop anxious thoughts. There aren't any.

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Do this instead and let Love take over. https://www.curlynikki.com/daily-devotional-august-20-2026.html

Hello Beautiful, I'm so grateful you're here with me. Fear often feels convincing, but it doesn't have to lead your life. This guided meditation gently helps loosen fear's grip while cultivating courage, emotional resilience, and inner calm. Breathe into your strength and discover the freedom waiting beneath the worry. Love,

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So when self-doubt starts blowing through your brain like a leaf blower with a personal vendetta…press play.Before you listen, you've been listening to us and now it's our turn to listen to you!We want to hear from you. What topics would you like us to explore? What meditation do you need right now? Is there a story you'd like to share?Send us your thoughts, ideas, questions, or experiences at WDPFTpodcast@gmail.com.Your stories help shape this community, and they often inspire future episodes. And if you'd like to help our little podcast grow, don't forget to rate, review, subscribe, and share.Ever feel like everyone else knows exactly what they're doing while you're one awkward moment away from being exposed?Welcome to imposter syndrome.Imposter syndrome is that  tiny little pip-squeak voice that convinces you that you're not qualified, don't belong, or haven't earned your place yet.In this guided meditation, you'll learn how to recognize self-doubt without letting it make your decisions and remember that growth doesn't require perfection.Because feeling uncertain doesn't mean you're unqualified.It means you're still growing. It means you're human.Send us Fan MailHow Yoga Changed My Life a PodcastSend Us Your Stories!If you have a story about how yoga, meditation, breath work, journaling, or movement changed your life, we want to hear from you! These podcasts are really about the same thing — how people move through the seasons of life they didn't plan for, and what helps them along the way.If you'd like to be on the show or share your story:  Fill out our guest form or email us at yogachanged@gmail.com Follow us on TikTok:https://www.tiktok.com/@yogachangedFollow us on Instagram:https://www.instagram.com/yogachanged/More info, go to https://howyogachangedmylife.comFor those who have reached out asking how to support Adrienne and her family during this time, click here to donate. There is absolutely no expectation—just sincere gratitude.The theme music for this episode, “Cenote Angelita”, was written and produced by Mar Abajo Rio AKA MAR Yoga Music. Dive deeper into this and other orig...

This is the wormhole out of anxiety. https://www.curlynikki.com/daily-devotional-august-18-2026.html

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We all carry things we were never meant to hold forever.Stress. Grief. Expectations. Worry. Regret.In this guided meditation led by Mia, you'll imagine carrying a heavy sandbag filled with everything that's weighing you down. But as the practice unfolds, something begins to change.A small hole appears.Then, grain by grain, the sand begins to fall away.With each breath, the burden becomes a little lighter. The weight shifts. Your shoulders soften. The things you've been holding so tightly begin to loosen their grip.You don't have to drop everything all at once.Send us Fan MailHow Yoga Changed My Life a PodcastSend Us Your Stories!If you have a story about how yoga, meditation, breath work, journaling, or movement changed your life, we want to hear from you! These podcasts are really about the same thing — how people move through the seasons of life they didn't plan for, and what helps them along the way.If you'd like to be on the show or share your story:  Fill out our guest form or email us at yogachanged@gmail.com Follow us on TikTok:https://www.tiktok.com/@yogachangedFollow us on Instagram:https://www.instagram.com/yogachanged/More info, go to https://howyogachangedmylife.comFor those who have reached out asking how to support Adrienne and her family during this time, click here to donate. There is absolutely no expectation—just sincere gratitude.The theme music for this episode, “Cenote Angelita”, was written and produced by Mar Abajo Rio AKA MAR Yoga Music. Dive deeper into this and other orig...

Hello Beautiful, I'm so grateful you're here with me. A playful journey into peaceful relaxation awaits tonight. This gentle sleep meditation quiets overthinking, eases stress, and helps your mind drift effortlessly toward deep, restorative sleep. Simply relax and let peaceful rest find you. Love,

I Just Want to Switch Off Today — A Sunday Meditation to Let the World Float By | Soft Belly Breathing It's a Sunday, and somewhere out there the world is still going on with all of it. The arguing, the headlines, the things that are wrong and the people shouting about the things that are wrong. None of it is going to be solved by you today, from where you are sitting. That is a strange sort of comfort — but sit with it for a second, because it is true, and it is allowed to be a relief. Today we are not going to fix anything. Today is about letting the world float by, and staying exactly where you are while it does. If you want to keep this feeling with you, Anchored works completely offline — no feed, no notifications, nothing arriving, no red dots, no numbers, nobody wanting anything from you. On a Sunday that matters.

Hello Beautiful, I'm so grateful you're here with me. Tonight's peaceful meditation gently guides awareness through your energy centers, encouraging balance, relaxation, and emotional harmony. Calm anxiety, release stress, and allow your body to fully unwind before sleep. Drift into deep rest feeling centered and restored. Love,

YOU DON'T HAVE TO BEG GOD FOR WHAT'S ALREADY YOURS. https://www.curlynikki.com/daily-devotional-august-14-2026.html

If there is no birth, there is no death. If there is no person, there is no personal problem. Only Life is here. https://www.curlynikki.com/daily-devotional-august-13-2026.html

HOLD THE HEM. REMAIN CALM :) THAT'S THE WHOLE POINT. STAY CALM. DON'T LET ANYTHING RILE YOU. NOTHING IS (T)HERE. https://www.curlynikki.com/daily-devotional-august-12-2026.htmlToday's episode of GoOD Mornings is held in honor of Sister Cody of ArtofLovingNow.com.

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Hello Beautiful, I'm so grateful you're here with me. Find refuge in the calm waters of a peaceful harbor as your mind and body prepare for sleep. This soothing sleep meditation helps release stress, quiet racing thoughts, and gently guide you into deep rest. Let every wave carry you closer to peaceful sleep. Love,

Hello Beautiful, I'm so grateful you're here with me. Imagine a warm, calming light gently flowing through your body, melting away the tension that anxiety and panic can leave behind. With slow breathing, gentle relaxation, and grounding mindfulness, you'll give your nervous system permission to soften while your mind grows quieter with every breath. Whether you're in the middle of a panic attack, feeling overwhelmed by stress, or simply longing to feel safe again, this guided meditation for women will help you reconnect with a deep sense of calm and peace. Love,

Struggling to sleep or feeling anxious? Let the natural sound of ocean waves help calm your mind. Recorded live on the shores of Zushi Beach, Japan, this episode offers pure, unedited wave sounds!~Perfect for sleep, relaxation, meditation, studying, or reducing anxiety and stress.

Today's episode of Good Mornings is held in honor of the J. Williams Collective and their upcoming Collective Beach Reset, a free experience creating space to pause, morning meditation, reconnect, and simply be on August 29th at Fort Lauderdale Beach. Visit www.jwilliamscollective.com/events to register.✨ TODAY'S EPISODE INFO https://www.curlynikki.com/daily-devotional-agreement-with-god-august-10-2026.html✨ PRIVATE 1-ON-1 SPIRITUAL DIRECTIONhttps://calendly.com/curlynikki✨ DEDICATE AN EPISODE OR SHARE YOUR WORK CurlyNikki.com/sponsor✨DONATE LOVEhttps://www.paypal.com/donate/?hosted_button_id=EC6DCGW3CRP5G

Hello Beautiful, I'm so grateful you're here with me. Tonight, imagine resting within the peaceful stillness of a quiet spring forest. Gentle imagery and calming guidance ease anxiety, relax your body, and support deep, restorative sleep. Let nature's serenity lull you into complete relaxation. Love,

In this episode, Georgie gets personal - sharing a life update that's been 18 months in the making. Between time in Bali, her wedding in Italy, and working through a SIBO diagnosis, something bigger has been unfolding underneath it all: a slow, sometimes painful evolution away from an old identity and into a new one. Georgie talks candidly about what it feels like to know a shift is coming long before you're ready to make it - and why clinging to the old way isn't a failure, it's part of the process. If you've ever felt yourself outgrowing a version of you that used to feel safe, this one's for you.  

Hello Beautiful, I'm so grateful you're here with me. Tonight is an invitation to gently let go of patterns that no longer support your wellbeing. This relaxing sleep meditation helps quiet anxiety, encourage positive change, and prepare your mind and body for deep, restorative sleep. Drift off feeling lighter, calmer, and open to new beginnings. Love,

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Hello Beautiful, I'm so grateful you're here with me. Today is an opportunity to gently shift your energy toward peace and possibility. This uplifting meditation helps reduce anxiety, release stress, and invite more gratitude, joy, and emotional wellbeing into your day. Carry this lighter feeling with you wherever you go. Love,

"Only Love is here, boo, that includes you.""Whenever a negative thought comes that hurts, shout 'Guards!' or 'Objection!'... because if it hurts, it means it's not true.""You want your sun to be perpetually rising? Then you must know only Light is here."✨ EPISODE RESOURCES: https://www.curlynikki.com/daily-devotional-august-6-2026-starting-new.html✨ PRIVATE 1-ON-1 SPIRITUAL DIRECTIONFeeling stuck in a heavy season of transition or carrying anxiety today? You don't have to carry it alone. In these private sessions, we clear the noise together so you can step back into peace. Reserve one of this week's limited spots:https://calendly.com/curlynikki✨ DEDICATE AN EPISODE OR SHARE YOUR WORKDedicate an upcoming show to a loved one, share a prayer request, or introduce your inspiring book, ministry, or podcast to our sanctuary community: CurlyNikki.com/sponsor

Silence isn't just the absence of noise... it's the Light itself. Himself. Your Self. Here is how to hear your next step and take it:https://www.curlynikki.com/daily-devotional-august-5-2026-silence-light.html✨ SPONSOR AN EPISODEDedicate a show to a loved one, or share your inspiring book, ministry, or podcast with our sanctuary community: CurlyNikki.com/sponsor

Welcome to The Meditation Podcast. This is Jesse Stern with Episode 153, Theta State. This podcast's life purpose is to facilitate profound meditation experience through guided meditation and binaural beats. The technique and technology help to amplify the brain's slower Theta waves, inducing an altered state of consciousness known as the 'Theta State'. In today's meditation, we enter the Theta State. Remember that this podcast uses binaural beats, audio technology that affects the brain, so please use headphones, and please do not use this podcast while driving or operating machinery. We are not licensed health care practitioners, and we do not claim any specific health benefits from using this podcast. You are responsible for your own health. This podcast is made possible with great thanks to our subscribers on Patreon. Join our community at Patreon.com/theMeditationPodcast. Now, let's begin.

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Stop trying to fix your life and do this instead.

YOUR SUN WILL NEVER SET AGAIN. Episode links and quotes here-https://www.curlynikki.com/daily-devotional-july-31-2026.htmlGRACE HAS TAKEN OVER.

HERE'S WHAT TO DO WHEN EVERYTHING IS GOING WRONG. All quotes and book links from today's episode are here:https://www.curlynikki.com/daily-devotional-july-30-2026.html

Hello Beautiful, I'm so grateful you're here with me. The worries, responsibilities, and mental clutter of the day can finally be set down tonight. This 3 hour sleep meditation gently helps calm anxiety, quiet racing thoughts, and relax your nervous system so you can fall asleep naturally and stay asleep longer. Perfect for stress relief, insomnia, overthinking, emotional relaxation, and deep restorative sleep. Love,

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THE LIGHT IS ON, NOW. YOU ARE NOT WHO YOU WERE YESTERDAY. YOU ARE NOT WHO YOU WERE BEFORE YOU BLINKED. BEFORE THAT BREATH...https://www.curlynikki.com/daily-devotional-july-28-2026.htmlShare this with someone who needs it!

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