Podcasts about general anxiety disorder

In this deeply personal episode, I confront the relentless worries that come with living with General Anxiety Disorder—especially in a world that often feels increasingly uncertain. Despite the advice that "worrying does no good," my mind continues to forecast worst-case scenarios, especially as recent events magnify concerns for my family, career, and community. I explore the fears that keep me up at night and the impact on my roles as a husband, father, friend, and coach. This episode isn't about finding easy answers; it's about connecting with others who may feel the same way, seeking strength through vulnerability, and discovering resilience in community. Join me as we unpack these anxieties together and look for purpose, even when the path forward feels daunting.

Send us a textDiscover the Penn State Worry Questionnaire (PSWQ) as we uncover its impact on the realm of mental health assessment. Are you ready to understand how a simple 16-item tool can unravel the complexities of worry-related disorders? With just a five-point Likert scale, this questionnaire provides a nuanced understanding of conditions like General Anxiety Disorder, OCD, and depression. We promise you'll walk away with insights that revolutionize your approach to diagnosing and assessing anxiety across diverse populations and cultures. It's not just about identifying worry—it's about understanding the intricate dance between cognitive and emotional factors that affect everything from concentration to sleep.Join us as we dissect the PSWQ's core components, from the abstract nature of worry to its frequency and intensity, and the critical aspect of perceived controllability. Whether you're a seasoned mental health professional or a newcomer eager to expand your toolkit, our exploration offers valuable insights into how this globally validated tool can enhance treatment planning. We'll guide you through the PSWQ's versatility, flexibility across age groups, and its role in painting a comprehensive picture of an individual's mental state. Get ready for a thought-provoking journey into the pervasive nature of worry, offering therapists and clinicians a deeper understanding of a tool that's become indispensable worldwide.If you need to study for your national licensing exam, try the free samplers at: LicensureExamsThis podcast is not associated with the NBCC, AMFTRB, ASW, ANCC, NASP, NAADAC, CCMC, NCPG, CRCC, or any state or governmental agency responsible for licensure.

Not only is Adam Christie one of Stacey's besties from high school.... he also happens to be an award-winning television writer and stand-up comedian who FINALLY made his appearance on the podcast! Adam won a Canadian Screen Award for his work on the critically acclaimed show Baroness Von Sketch Show on CBC and IFC, and he is the former head writer of This Hour Has 22 Minutes. As an actor, Adam has appeared on Schitt's Creek, What We Do in the Shadows, and The Expanse. Adam's debut stand-up album ‘General Anxiety Disorder' was nominated for a Juno Award for Comedy Album of the Year, and in 2019 he won the Sirius XM Top Comic competition at the Queen Elizabeth Theatre in Toronto. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Anxiety is built into all our brains, examining the role of trauma in building fear responses helps us understand how to combat fear. We can also learn how trauma manifests in General Anxiety Disorder, Borderline (BPD), Narcissism (NPD) and ADHD. By studying the neuroscience of how fear and anxiety work in the brain we understand how life events and trauma shape our perceptions. To overcome the different fears we can learn from strategies required for individuals with specific disorders relating to fear to reduce their emotional reactions. Fear is controlled by 4 main areas in the brain, the Amygdala, the hippocampus, the Pre-Frontal Cortex and the Hypothalamus. They can keep us healthy, alive, and functioning normally. But different life events can cause them to become impaired or over-active in subtle ways causing much greater levels of fear and irrational behaviours. The episode explores how fears hold us back and the specific chemistry and biology to creates it and techniques we can learn to rebalance our brain towards more rational thinking and level responses. Tune in to learn how understanding fear can help you master your own mind and improve your life. Upgrade to Premium:

Welcome back to the second installment of our two-part episode featuring Eleanor Rowland, the Director of Safeguarding & Inclusion at Fulham Football Club. In this episode, Eleanor opens up with incredible vulnerability about her journey with General Anxiety Disorder and its influence on her professional life. Eleanor generously shares her personal strategies for preparing for public speaking engagements, offering insights into how she ensures comfort and confidence in these high-pressure situations. It's a candid look at the techniques that help her navigate moments that could otherwise be overwhelming due to her anxiety. Moreover, Eleanor takes us through the fascinating story of how she carved out her unique role within the club. She reveals the determination and vision required to transition her position from part-time to full-time, highlighting her innovative approach to shaping her career path. One of the most compelling parts of our conversation is when Eleanor discusses the concept of self-doubt. She reflects on moments when doubt crept in and how she chose to confront it head-on rather than allowing it to deter her progress. Her story is a powerful reminder of the strength that lies in acknowledging our challenges and actively working through them, rather than letting them define or limit us. This episode is not just about the successes and hurdles of a high-ranking executive in the sports industry; it's an exploration of resilience, mental health awareness, and the relentless pursuit of personal and professional growth. Join us as Eleanor Rowland shares her inspiring journey, providing valuable lessons on overcoming obstacles and thriving amidst adversity.   Free Resource | Empower Your Career: Mastering the Art of Advocacy for Promotions and Raises: https://rb.gy/3qpump   Connect with Jahaan:  Learn more about working with Jahaan and see if it's the right fit for you: https://JahaanBlakeAppointmentScheduling.as.me/LetsTalk Join Jahaan's VIP Email List: https://bit.ly/3yccwAP  Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jahaanblake/ Email: jblake@jahaanblake.com Website: https://jahaanblake.com/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jahaanblake/   Links: Copa 71 Trailer: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=tXx5usO4v2E    Connect with Eleanor: Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/eleanor-rowland-77060855/    Eleanor is the Director of Safeguarding and Inclusion for Fulham Football Club. She is currently the only female member of the Club's Management Board and is the only Director across the Premier League who holds this area of responsibility at the Board Level. Eleanor is passionate about Gender Equality and is working hard to promote females into coaching, operations, and senior leadership positions within the Club whilst also educating the workforce on the impact of violence against women and girls. She has recently commissioned a bespoke ‘Bystander in the workplace' training, delivered by Kindling Interventions which is tailored specifically to focus on noticing and intervening in sexism, gender stereotyping, gendered microaggressions, and gender-based violence against women and girls. Fulham FC is the first Premier League Club to have embarked and committed to ALL staff receiving this training. Without these conversations, we can't begin to make societal changes! Prior to this, she worked within the inspection team at the UK's largest child protection agency, the National Society for the Prevention of Child Cruelty (“the NSPCC”), and a number of different crime prevention and substance misuse charities. Her skills and expertise are in safeguarding, inclusion of underrepresented groups, and community work. Chair of the Union Jax Foundation (UJF), the UK charitable arm of the Jacksonville Jaguars, Eleanor also provides oversight and support on the strategic direction of UJF and the growth of the grassroots game of American Football in the UK. She also has a passion for matters relating to equality and belonging, health, social justice, and how we continue to create a sustainable future in our professional and personal lives.   Music By: Quanzaa   

Prepare to be captivated by our two-part episode, where I had the pleasure of chatting with Eleanor Rowland, the Director of Safeguarding & Inclusion at Fulham Football Club. For many of us here in the States, Eleanor's job title might sound unfamiliar, but that's exactly why this episode is a must-listen! Eleanor opens up about the intricacies of her role, delving into the challenges, the triumphs, and the inherent pressure that comes with her position. It's a rare glimpse into a critical aspect of sports management that often goes unnoticed. But there's more—Eleanor also shares her strategies for maintaining mental wellness, both for herself and her team. She reveals the importance of regular check-ins with a psychologist, a practice mandated for her team, underscoring the club's commitment to mental health. And you won't want to miss part two, where Eleanor gets even more personal. She talks candidly about living with General Anxiety Disorder while navigating the high-stakes world of sports as an executive. It's an enlightening conversation that sheds light on the balance between managing mental health issues and achieving professional success. This two-part episode is not just an exploration of a unique career path; it's a testament to resilience, mental health awareness, and the unseen challenges faced by those behind the scenes of our favorite sports organizations. Tune in—you're in for an inspiring journey.   Free Resource | Empower Your Career: Mastering the Art of Advocacy for Promotions and Raises: https://rb.gy/3qpump   Connect with Jahaan:  Learn more about working with Jahaan and see if it's the right fit for you: https://JahaanBlakeAppointmentScheduling.as.me/LetsTalk Join Jahaan's VIP Email List: https://bit.ly/3yccwAP  Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jahaanblake/ Email: jblake@jahaanblake.com Website: https://jahaanblake.com/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jahaanblake/   Connect with Eleanor: Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/eleanor-rowland-77060855/    Eleanor is the Director of Safeguarding and Inclusion for Fulham Football Club. She is currently the only female member of the Club's Management Board and is the only Director across the Premier League who holds this area of responsibility at the Board Level. Eleanor is passionate about Gender Equality and is working hard to promote females into coaching, operations, and senior leadership positions within the Club whilst also educating the workforce on the impact of violence against women and girls. She has recently commissioned a bespoke ‘Bystander in the workplace' training, delivered by Kindling Interventions which is tailored specifically to focus on noticing and intervening in sexism, gender stereotyping, gendered microaggressions, and gender-based violence against women and girls. Fulham FC is the first Premier League Club to have embarked and committed to ALL staff receiving this training. Without these conversations, we can't begin to make societal changes! Prior to this, she worked within the inspection team at the UK's largest child protection agency, the National Society for the Prevention of Child Cruelty (“the NSPCC”), and a number of different crime prevention and substance misuse charities. Her skills and expertise are in safeguarding, inclusion of underrepresented groups, and community work. Chair of the Union Jax Foundation (UJF), the UK charitable arm of the Jacksonville Jaguars, Eleanor also provides oversight and support on the strategic direction of UJF and the growth of the grassroots game of American Football in the UK. She also has a passion for matters relating to equality and belonging, health, social justice, and how we continue to create a sustainable future in our professional and personal lives.   Music By:  Quanzaa 

The guys go back to the basics on this important and special episode. Ian starts things off by sharing that he has General Anxiety Disorder and his recent experiences in therapy after he was diagnosed (1:50). This leads to Brandon having a moment where he speaks on how his therapist has had an impact on him and his experiences doing therapy as a teenager (9:55). Later, the guys have an in depth discussion on how family dynamics and how upbringing plays a role in talking about mental health (13:41) and the stigma behind people not addressing it (19:13). Stay connected with us on Instagram @nolossessilentwins Artwork by @plstip_

Do you or a friend have ADHD, Bipolar, Anxiety or you're neurodivergent? Or experience any of these yourself?Not sure how to express and share how to best work with you? Or if you work with someone who has shared these things with you, do you want to know how you can better support them? Today, I am joined by my client, friend and marketing strategist, Monica Schrock (she/they), who has ADHD, Bipolar and General Anxiety Disorder.We'll be sharing tips, scripts and tools you can use to work with others who are neurodivergent, or if you are neurodivergent yourself -- what you can do.We live in a world of capitalism and productivity, the reality is that not all brains work the way capitalism wants them to. That's the only reason they're termed “disorders.” We have diverse brains and that's a beautiful thing, but it means there needs to be more understanding of what that means and how it impacts us.And instead of being judgmental, be curious. Monica and I share what scripts and tools you can do so we can all understand and work together.We also talk about our own grandmothers. I share how my grandmother had schizophrenia and bipolar, and how Monica's grandmother was Bipolar 1. Please note Monica and I are not mental health professionals and therapists, please seek a therapist or mental health if you need support.What We Cover in This Episode: The impact of marketing on mental health The challenges of managing ADHD, anxiety, and bipolar disorder Respecting boundaries and offering support tailored to the person's needs Prioritizing tasks and setting realistic goals on challenging days Why we need self-compassion and to not compare ourselves to others The importance of choice and agency, how you can set timelines that work for you  If you would like to see how to work with me and Monica to create a more sustainable life where you can be more present with yourself and create your own checklist of success that's not created by society and loved ones, then schedule a Complimentary Legacy Business and Career Review at elainelou.com/call Related Podcast EpisodesEpisode 25. Coaching vs. Therapy: Which One Do You Need?Episode 4. How to Start Being Less Dependent On Social Media with MonicaEpisode 38. Part 2. One Year Later, How I Became Less Dependent on Social Media with MonicaEpisode 48. Smackdown: Marketing vs. Systems vs. Strategy - Which One Do You Need? Resources Mentioned: Monica Shrock's Website Follow Monica on Instagram: @moneyschrockConnect with Monica on LinkedInFollow Elaine on Instagram: @elainelou_ Connect with Elaine on LinkedInGet Elaine's GIFS + Gifts Newsletter EMDR TherapyWhere We Can Connect:  Schedule a call with me Follow the Podcast Check out our other podcasts for Women of Color 

I've done a couple of episodes on generalized anxiety disorder, sometimes referred to as GAD. However, there have been changes to some of the medication treatment options.   And there are new options that did not exist in 2016 or 2018 so I thought that I'd catch everyone up on what is going to be current for the foreseeable future.   That is the topic for today's episode. If you need support contact the National Suicide Prevention Lifeline at 988 or 1-800-273-8255, the Trevor Project at 1-866-488-7386 or text “START” to 741-741. Resources Mentioned:  How to Tell if Shortness of Breath Is From Anxiety and How to Treat It from Livestrong.com Anxiety and Depression Association of America has a four question screener to help you figure out if you have GAD. The site also has a brochure about what the condition is and some of the treatment options.  The National Institute of Mental Health has a web page and downloadable booklet on Generalized Anxiety Disorder aka GAD. Consumer Version of the Merck Manual pages on General Anxiety Disorder with a short video about GAD.  Prior episode on Psychiatric Nurse Practitioners   Disclaimer:  Links to other sites are provided for information purposes only and do not constitute endorsements.  Always seek the advice of a qualified health provider with questions you may have regarding a medical or mental health disorder. This blog and podcast is intended for informational and educational purposes only. Nothing in this program is intended to be a substitute for professional psychological, psychiatric or medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment.  

There are people who struggle with real, diagnosable mental health conditions such as Major Depressive disorder and General Anxiety Disorder. These conditions require intervention on an individual basis from a licensed interventionist such as a clinical social worker, psychologist or psychiatrist. Then there are people who have some anxiety and some depressive symptoms related to a perspective of being "stuck in a rut". If you're of the latter group, I have great news... so listen in.

PLEASE NOTE: This episode contains talk of suicide. If you or someone you know is in crisis, please call the National Suicide Prevention Hotline 1-800-273-8255.Trish Barillas is a published author, professional life coach, anxiety expert, and one of Melissa's best friends. In this episode, Trish shares her personal journey battling General Anxiety Disorder and Panic Disorder and the tools she's developed through her own experiences to help others navigate similar struggles. She breaks down the stigma around medication for mental health, offering insights on when it's necessary, and she provides expert advice on ways to overcome negative headspaces. Tune in for an episode that will leave you with actionable insights on how to tackle anxiety, a renewed sense of belonging, and a reminder that you're never alone.Sign up now for a 7 day free trial at melissawoodhealth.comLimited Time Offer: Use code movewithheart when you sign up for a monthly membership to get your first month FREE.Get 20% off your first order at sakara.com/MWH or use code MWH at checkout.Visit parsleyhealth.com to book a free membership consultation. If you're not eligible for in-network coverage with Parsley, use code MWH200 to save $200 on your membership.Melissa Wood-Tepperberg, founder of MWH and host of the Move With Heart Podcast, is a meditation teacher, certified yoga and pilates instructor, certified health coach, and beloved by the diverse community she's cultivated through her unique approach to fitness and mindfulness over the years. MWH is a health, wellness & lifestyle platform on a mission to create a more mindful way of life, accessible and attainable for all. Melissa and MWH have been featured on LIVE with Kelly and Ryan, GMA, The Today Show, Forbes, Fortune and more. MWH was also the subject of a 2021 Harvard Business School case study. The most important part of this practice is that it's not just about building the body you desire, it's about building a better, stronger relationship with yourself. The foundation of this practice has always been about using what you have available to you, whenever, wherever you are. So, wherever you are on your journey, we have something for everybody. The MWH platform has a growing library of 500+ workouts in a variety of styles (pilates, yoga, meditation, pre & postnatal, and more!). Plus, with unlimited access to recipes & video tutorials, plus coveted lifestyle & nutrition tips, this is the destination to better every single aspect of your life.Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Two years ago, I shared that I had been newly diagnosed with General Anxiety Disorder and PTSD. I was 0% shocked by the GAD diagnosis and 100% shocked by the PTSD diagnosis. But, as I dug more into some circumstances and my reactions, I was able to more clearly understand how this diagnosis came to be.   A year ago, I gave an update on my mental health. It felt right to let you all know how things were going. I think the more we talk about mental health and normalize the ups and downs all of us experience, the less stigma there will be around mental health struggles and the more people will feel safe and comfortable asking for help.   A lot has happened in the world and in my life in the last two years. Increasingly, it felt like some of the things that had supported my mental health over the years (decades even) were working less. Also, I found myself feeling less hopeful. I didn't necessarily feel hopeless, but I definitely felt less hopeful.   I also became almost certain that I was managing undiagnosed ADHD and I was confused about where my anxiety ended and my possible ADHD began. Or maybe they were one and the same??   And, I just felt so ridiculously tired. Not I-need-to-take-nap tired. More like my-mind-has-been-on-overdrive-for-47-years-and-it-might-crash-at-any-time tired. I stopped being able to prioritize tasks. I forgot a lot of random things that I would normally never forget. I became worse and worse with time management.   During this time, I didn't miss any deadlines. I didn't let down any clients (that I know of!) I was able to be my usual over-performer self. But I had this overwhelming sense that the way I was existing was no longer sustainable. So, I reached out to a local therapy practice to be evaluated for ADHD.   In this episode, I share what my assessment was like and how this experience was as odd as my experience of being diagnosed with GAD/PTSD. Are there any “normal” psychiatrists out there?! My experience tells me no…  That said, I'm on a new path that I'm open to sharing in hopes it will give you permission to always be open to exploring your own mental health.   IMPORTANT NOTE: If you are struggling with your mental health, call your primary care doctor and ask for help. Call your therapist or psychiatrist if you have one. If you are in WA or OR, you can reach out to Mindful Therapy. If you do not have a medical professional you can reach out to, please dial 988 and they will help you find someone.   We love the sponsors that make this show possible! You can always find all the special deals and codes for all our current sponsors on our website: https://shamelessmom.com/sponsor Interested in becoming a sponsor of the Shameless Mom Academy? Email our sales team at sales@adalystmedia.com  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Nick Elston is an Inspirational Speaker on the Lived Experience of Mental Health, Transformational Speaking Coach, Founder of Forging People, and podcast host. Diagnosed with General Anxiety Disorder, Nick talks openly about his journey and experience of his own mental health. Nick recognised his introversion in 2016 and shares here that it's never about turning yourself into something your not. If you are quiet, and softly spoken how do you amplify your voice? Here we talk about emotional leadership and human connection: > Delivering your emotion across genuinely. > Vulnerability with a small v by showing more of yourself to break down barriers. > Executives not showing their vulnerability in a group. > Leaders often leading with their head. > Not everyone wants a solution. > Mixing socially post Covid. > Making the move to speaking. And Nick shares his desire for a legacy to be created. ** I hope you enjoyed this episode of Conversations with Quiet Leaders. A podcast dedicated to helping you to lean into the power of quiet, and how to harness your strengths to bring about your dreams that will shape your future. To keep up to date with the latest news, connect and follow Juliet here: Website: https://julietpmorris.com and https://opensquareconsulting.com LinkedIn: @juliet-morris Instagram: @quietleaderspodcast /@julietpmorris Weekly Newsletter: https://julietpmorris.com/

Have you ever considered the relationship that you have with yourself?  Do you think that it's something within your control?  Did you know it's what colors every single aspect of your life?  The truth is, the relationship you have with yourself requires acceptance and love.  This is the only way to change it.  This can seem impossible, but it isn't.  Listen in to find out more.You can book a Strategy Session with Amanda here: luckyourdisorder.comCome join Amanda's free Facebook support group here: https://www.facebook.com/groups/amandahess

Beth and KG explore one of the most common anxiety disorders. Educating on how GAD is diagnosed and two ways to manage General Anxiety Disorder without medication. 

Do any of these symptoms sound familiar to you? Feeling restless, wound-up, or on-edge Being easily fatigued Having difficulty concentrating Being irritable Having headaches, muscle aches, stomachaches, or unexplained pains Difficulty controlling feelings of worry Having sleep problems, such as difficulty falling or staying asleep Each of these symptoms are commonly related to General Anxiety Disorder. According to the National Institute of Mental Health, Generalized Anxiety Disorder usually involves a persistent feeling of anxiety or dread, which can interfere with daily life. It is not the same as occasionally worrying about things or experiencing anxiety due to stressful life events. People living with General Anxiety Disorder experience frequent anxiety for months, if not years. Listen in to hear my Top 5 Questions to Ask When Investigating the Root Cause for Your Anxiety Follow Me: Websites: www.coachsandyrobinson.com or www.leanwellonline.com Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/LEANWellonline Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/coachsandyrobinson/ Tiktok: https://www.tiktok.com/@coachsandyrobinson?is_from_webapp=1&sender_device=pc Podcast: https://thehashimotosconnection.libsyn.com/ EquiLife Functional Labs and Supplements: https://equi.life?irad=859795&irmp=3421097 Become an Integrative Health Practitioner: https://www.integrativehealthpractitioner.org/?x=CoachSandyRobinson Schedule an appointment with me: https://calendly.com/coachsandyrobinson

Do any of these symptoms sound familiar to you? Feeling restless, wound-up, or on-edge Being easily fatigued Having difficulty concentrating Being irritable Having headaches, muscle aches, stomachaches, or unexplained pains Difficulty controlling feelings of worry Having sleep problems, such as difficulty falling or staying asleep Each of these symptoms are commonly related to General Anxiety Disorder. According to the National Institute of Mental Health, Generalized Anxiety Disorder usually involves a persistent feeling of anxiety or dread, which can interfere with daily life. It is not the same as occasionally worrying about things or experiencing anxiety due to stressful life events. People living with General Anxiety Disorder experience frequent anxiety for months, if not years. Listen in to hear my Top 5 Questions to Ask When Investigating the Root Cause for Your Anxiety Follow Me:  Websites: www.coachsandyrobinson.com or www.leanwellonline.com Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/LEANWellonline Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/coachsandyrobinson/ Tiktok: https://www.tiktok.com/@coachsandyrobinson?is_from_webapp=1&sender_device=pc Podcast: https://thehashimotosconnection.libsyn.com/ EquiLife Functional Labs and Supplements: https://equi.life?irad=859795&irmp=3421097 Become an Integrative Health Practitioner: https://www.integrativehealthpractitioner.org/?x=CoachSandyRobinson Schedule an appointment with me: https://calendly.com/coachsandyrobinson  

In this 2nd episode of Wellness Wednesday, Beth Gustin, LPC and Robin Ennis, LCSW, CPC, talk about General  Anxiety Disorder (GAD), what it may be and some practical coping strategies one can try. Following our last episode on Social Anxiety, Beth and Robin define and explain the difference between Social and General Anxiety and offer some strategies for coping with General Anxiety Disorder.   Show Hosts:             Robin Ennis on the web at www.robinennislcsw.com             Beth Gustin, LPC, NCC, EMDRIA Approved Consultant, CAGCS, PLGS             Www.transitioningthroughchange.com   You can message Beth and Robin by calling 612-367-6093 or by email. Let them know if they can use your message on the show. They are looking forward to hearing from you. Web Site we would love to hear from you! Send us an email at info@BlindAbilities.com or give us a call and leave us some feedback at 612-367-6093

How do you know the difference between feeling anxious and having General Anxiety Disorder? Or the difference between a long bout of sadness or having clinical depression? In this episode of The Reset Podcast, Joe and Kristin talk about therapy, diagnosis, and of course ... electric scooters.

Ep33: Nurse Coaches Take Care of Each Other- John Huaylinos, BSN, RN, HN-BC, HWNC-BC Highlights“In today's world it is vital we take care of the person on your left, the person on your right, and the ones that matter the most. When you connect with what matters the most, life is... I've learned life is more rewarding.” ~John HuaylinosAh-Ha'sCOVID has amplified grief and bereavement loss which affects mental wellness on a personal and systemic degreeMental wellness requires advocacy. And includes everything in body, mind and soulEveryone has had scarring to their soul, and when we can recognize this, we can connect at a deeper level to humansNurses can bury themselves in their work, this can lead to suppressing real desires and needs for self-care and self-compassionWhen Nurses explore their desires and need, this leads to self-preservation at a deep levelResources and LinksGAD-7 (General Anxiety Disorder-7) Measures severity of anxiety.PHQ-9 (Patient Health Questionnaire-9) Objectifies degree of depression severity.Integrative Nurse Coach Certificate Program

SUMMARY: Covered in This Episode: What is a Mental Compulsion?  What is the difference between Mental Rumination and Mental Compulsions?  How to use Mindfulness for Mental Compulsions How to “Label and Abandon” intrusive thoughts and mental compulsions  How to use Awareness logs to help reduce mental rituals and mental rumination  Links To Things I Talk About: Links to Jon's Books https://www.amazon.com/ Work with Jon https://www.sheppardpratt.org/care-finder/ocd-anxiety-center/ Episode Sponsor: This episode of Your Anxiety Toolkit is brought to you by CBTschool.com.  CBTschool.com is a psychoeducation platform that provides courses and other online resources for people with anxiety, OCD, and Body-Focused Repetitive Behaviors.  Go to cbtschool.com to learn more.  To learn about our Online Course for OCD, visit https://www.cbtschool.com/erp-school-lp. Spread the love! Everyone needs tools for anxiety... If you like Your Anxiety Toolkit Podcast, visit YOUR ANXIETY TOOLKIT PODCAST to subscribe free, and you'll never miss an episode. And if you really like Your Anxiety Toolkit, I'd appreciate you telling a friend (maybe even two). EPISODE TRANSCRIPTION I want you to go back and listen to that. That is where I walk you through Mental Compulsions 101. What is a mental compulsion, the types of mental compulsions, things to be looking out for. The reason I stress that you start there is there may be things you're doing that are mental compulsions and you didn't realize. So, you want to know those things before you go in and listen to the skills that you're about to receive. Oh my goodness. This is just so, so exciting. I'm mind-blown with how exciting this is all for me. First of all, let's introduce the guest for today. Today, we have the amazing Jon Hershfield. Jon has been on the episode before, even talking about mental compulsions. However, I wanted him to status off. He was so brave. He jumped in, and I wanted him to give his ideas around what is a mental compulsion, how he uses mental compulsion treatment with his clients, what skills he uses. Little thing to know here, he taught me something I myself didn't know and have now since implemented with our patients over at my clinic of people who struggle with mental compulsions. I've also uploaded that and added a little bit of that concept into ERP School, which is our course for OCD, called ERP School. You can get it at CBTSchool.com.  Jon is amazing. So, you're going to really feel solid moving into this. He gives some solid advice. Of course, he's always so lovely and wise. And so, I am just so excited to share this with you. Let's just get to the show because I know you're here to learn. This is episode two of the series. Next week we will be talking with Shala Nicely and she will be dropping major truth bombs and major skills as well, as will all of the people on the series. So, I am so, so excited.  One thing to know as you move into it is there will be some things that really work for you and some that won't. So, I'm going to say this in every episode intro. So, all of these skills are top-notch science-based skills. Each person is going to give their own specific nuanced way of managing it. So, I want you to go in knowing that you can take what you need. Some things will really be like, yes, that's exactly what I needed to hear. Some may not. So, I want you to go in with an open mind knowing that the whole purpose of this six-part series is to give you many different approaches so that you can try on what works for you. That's my main agenda here, is that you can feel like you've gotten all the ideas and then you can start to put together a plan for yourself. Let's go over to the show. I'm so happy you're here. ----- Kimberley: Welcome, Jon. I'm so happy to have you back. Jon: Hi, Kimberley. Thanks for having me back. Difference Between Mental Compulsions and Mental Rumination  Kimberley: Okay. So, you're first in line and I purposely had you first in line. I know we've had episodes similar to this in the past, but I just wanted to really get your view on how you're dealing with mental compulsions. First, I want to check in, do you call them “mental compulsions” or do you call it “mental rumination”? Do you want to clarify your own idea? Jon: Yeah. I say mental compulsions or mental rituals. I use the terms pretty interchangeably. It comes up at the first, usually in the assessment, if not then in the first post-assessment session, when I'm explaining how OCD works and I get to the part we say, and then there's this thing called compulsions. And what I do is I describe compulsions as anything that you do physically or mentally to reduce distress, and this is the important part, specifically by trying to increase certainty about the content of the obsession.  Why that's important is I think we need to get rid of this myth that sometimes shows up in the OCD community that when you do exposures or when you're triggered, you're just supposed to freak out and deal with it, and hopefully, it'll go away on its own. Actually, there are many things you can do to reduce distress that aren't compulsive, because what makes it compulsive is that it's acting on the content of the obsession. I mean, there might be some rare exceptions where your specific obsession has to do with an unwillingness to be anxious or something like that. But for the most part, meditation, breathing exercises, grounding exercises, DBT, certain forms of distraction, exercise – these can all reduce your physical experience of distress without saying anything in particular about whether or not the thought that triggered you is true or going to come. So, once I've described that, then hopefully, it opens people up to realize, well, it could really be anything and most of those things are going to be mental. So then, we go through, “Well, what are the different mental ways?” We know the physical ways through washing hands and checking locks and things like that. But what are all the things you're doing in your mind to convince yourself out of the distress, as opposed to actually working your way through the distress using a variety of distress tolerance skills, including acceptance? Kimberley: Right. Do you do the same for people with generalized anxiety or social anxiety or other anxiety disorders? Would you conceptualize it the same way? Mental Compulsions for General Anxiety Disorder vs OCD  Jon: Yeah. I think for the most part, I mean, I do meet people. Some people who I think are better understood as having generalized anxiety disorder than OCD, and identifying with that concept actually helps them approach this problem that they have of dealing with uncertainty and dealing with worry and dealing with anxiety on close to home, regular everyday issues like finance and work and health and relationships and things like that. And there's a subsection of that people who, if you treat it like OCD, it's really helpful. And there's a subsection if you treat it like OCD, they think, “Oh no, I have some other psychiatric problem I have to worry about right now.” I'm a fan of treating the individual that the diagnostic terms are there to help us. Fundamentally, the treatment will be the same. What are you doing that's sending the signal to your brain, that these ideas are threats as opposed to ideas, and how can we change that signal? Exposure & Response Prevention for Mental Compulsions  Kimberley: Right. I thank you for clarifying on that. So, after you've given that degree of psychoeducation, what do you personally do next? Do you want to share? Do you go more into an exposure option? Do you do more response prevention? Tell me a little bit about it, walk me through how you would do this with a client. Jon: The first thing I would usually do is ask them to educate me on what it's really like to be them. And so, that involves some thought tracking. So, we'll use a trigger and response log. So, I keep it very simple. What's setting you off and what are you doing? And I'll tell them in the beginning, don't try too hard to get better because I want to know what your life is really like, and I'll start to see the patterns. It seems every time you're triggered by this, you seem to do that. And that's where they'll start to reveal to me things like, “Well, I just thought about it for an hour and then it went away.” And that's how I know that they're engaging in mental review and rumination, other things like that. Or I was triggered by the thought that I could be sick and I repeated the word “healthy” 10 times. Okay. So, they're doing thought neutralization. Sometimes we'll expand on that. One of the clinicians in my practice took our thought records and repurposed them as a mental behavior log. So, it's what set you off. What did you do? What was the mental behavior that was happening at that time? And in some cases, what would've been more helpful? Again, I rely more on my patients to tell me what's going on than on me to tell them “Here's what's going on,” so you get the best information. Logging Mental Rituals  Kimberley: Right. I love that. I love the idea of having a log. You're really checking in for what's going on before dropping everything down. Does that increase their distress? How do they experience that? Jon: I think a lot of people find it very helpful because first of all, it's an act of mindfulness to write this stuff down because it's requiring you to put it in front of you and see it, which is different than having it hit you from inside your head. And so, that's helpful. They're seeing it as a thought process. And I think it also helps people come to terms with a certain reality about rumination that it's not a hundred percent compulsion in the sense that there's an element of rumination that's habitual. Your mind, like a puppy, is conditioned to respond automatically to certain things that it's been reinforced to do. And so, sometimes people just ruminate because they're alone or sitting in a particular chair. It's the same reason why people sometimes struggle with hair-pulling disorder, trichotillomania or skin picking. It's these environmental cues. And then the brain says, “Oh, we should do this now because this is what we do in this situation.” People give themselves a really hard time for ruminating because they've been told to stop, but they can't stop because they find themselves doing it.  So, what I try to help people understand is like, “Look, you can only control what you can control. And the more that you are aware of, the more you can control. So, this is where you can bring mindfulness into it.” So, maybe for this person, there's such a ruminator. They're constantly analyzing, figuring things out. It's part of their identity. They're very philosophical. They're not thinking of it as a compulsion, and many times they're not thinking of it at all. It's just happening. And then we increased their awareness, like, “Oh, okay. I got triggered. I left the building for a while. And then suddenly, I realized I was way down the rabbit hole, convinced myself that's something terrible. So, in that moment I realized I'm supposed to stop, but so much damage has been done because I just spent a really long time analyzing and compulsing and trying to figure it out.”  So, strategies that increase our awareness of what the mind is doing are extraordinarily helpful because imagine catching it five seconds into the process and being able to say, “Oh, I'm ruminating. Okay, I don't need to do that right now. I'm going to return my attention to what I was doing before I got distracted.” Kimberley: Right. I love the idea of this, the log for awareness, because a lot of people say, “Oh, maybe for half an hour a day.” Once they've logged it, they're like, “Wow, it's four hours a day.” I think it's helpful to actually recognize this, like how impactful it is on their life. So, I love that you're doing that piece. You can only control what you can control. What do you do with the stuff you can't control? Jon: Oh, you apply heavy doses of self-criticism until you hate yourself enough to never do it again. That's the other mental ritual that usually happens and people realize, “Oh, I've been ruminating,” and they're angry at themselves. “I should know better.” So, they're angry at themselves for something they didn't know they were doing, which is unfair. So, I use the term, I say, “label and abandon.” That's what you do with all mental rituals. The moment you see it, you give it a name and you drop it. You just drop it on the floor where you were, you don't finish it up real quick. You don't analyze too much about it and then drop it. You're just like, “Oh, I'm holding this thing I must not hold,” and you drop it. Label and abandon. What people tend to do is criticize then label, then criticize some more and then abandon. And the real problem with that is that the self-criticism is in and of itself another mental ritual. It's a strategy for reducing distress that's focused on increasing certainty about the content of the obsession. The obsession, in this case, is “I'm never going to get better.” Now I know I'm going to get better because I've told myself that I'm being fooled and that I'll never do that again. It's not true. But then you wash your hands. They aren't really clean either. So, none of our compulsions really work. Self-Compassion for Mental Compulsions  Kimberley: Doesn't have to make sense.  Jon: Yeah. So, I think bringing self-compassion in the moment to be able to recognize it and recognize the urge to self-criticize and really just say like, “Oh, I'm not going to do that. I caught myself ruminating. Well done.” Same thing we do when we meditate. Some people think that meditation has something to do with relaxation or something to do with controlling your mind. It's actually just a noticing exercise. Your mind wanders, you notice it. “Oh, look at that, I'm thinking.” Back to the breath. That's a good thing that you noticed that you wandered. Not, “Oh, I wandered, I can't focus. I'm bad at meditating.” So, it's really just changing the frame for how people are relating to what's going on inside.  One, eliminating self-criticism just makes life a lot easier. Two, eliminating the self-criticism and including that willingness to just label the thought pattern or the thought process and drop it right where it is. You can start to catch that earlier and earlier and earlier. So, you're reducing compulsions. And you'll see that the activity, the neutralizing, the figuring it out, the using your mental strength against yourself instead of in support of yourself, you could see how that's sending the signal to the brain. “Wait, this is very important. I need to keep pushing it to the forefront.” There's something to figure out here. This isn't a cold case in a box, on a shelf somewhere. This is an ongoing investigation and we have to figure it out. How do we know? Because they're still trying to figure it out. Kimberley: Right. How much do you think insight has to play here or how much of a role does it play? Jon: Insight plays a role in all forms of OCD. I mean, it plays a role in everything – insight into our relationships, insight into our career aspirations. I think one of the things I've noticed, and this is just anecdotal, is that the higher the distress and the poorer the distress regulation skills, often the lower the insight. Not necessarily the other way around. Some people have low insight and aren't particularly distressed by what's going on, but if the anxiety and the distress and the discomfort and disgust are so high that the brain goes into a brownout, I noticed that people switch from trying to get me to reassure them that their fears are untrue to trying to convince me that their fears are true. And to me, that represents an insight drop and I want to help them boost up their insight. And again, I think becoming more aware of your mental activity that is voluntary – I'm choosing to put my mind on this, I'm choosing to figure it out, it didn't just happen. But in this moment, I'm actually trying to complete the problem, the puzzle – becoming more aware that that's what you're doing, that's how you develop insight. And that actually helps with distress regulation. Kimberley: Right. Tell me, I love you're using this word. So, for someone who struggles with distress regulation, what kind of skills would you give a client or use for yourself? Jon: So, there are many different skills a person could use. And I hesitate to say, “Look, use this skill,” because sometimes if you're always relying on one skill and it's not working for you, you might be resistant to using a different skill. In DBT, they have something called tip skills. So, changing in-- drastic changes in temperature, intense exercise, progressive muscle relaxation, pace breathing. These are all ways of shifting your perspective. In a more global sense, I think the most important thing is dropping out of the intellectualization of what's happening and into the body. So, let's say the problem, the way you know that you're anxious is that your muscles are tense and there's heat in your body and your heart rate is elevated. But there are lots of circumstances in your life where your muscles would be tense and your heart rate will be up and you'll feel hot, and you might be exercising, for example.  So, that experience alone isn't threatening. It's that experience press plus the narrative that something bad is going to happen and it's because I'm triggered and it's because I can't handle the uncertainty and all this stuff. So, it's doing two things at once. It's dropping out of the thought process, which is fundamentally the same thing as labeling and abandoning the mental ritual, and then dropping into the body and saying, “What's happening now is my hands are sweaty,” and just paying attention to it. Okay, alright, sweaty hands. I can be with sweaty hands. Slowing things down and looking at things the way they are, which is not intellectual, as opposed to looking at things the way they could be, or should be, or might have been, which again is a mental ruminative process. Kimberley: Right. Do you find-- I have found recently actually with several clients that they have an obsession. They start to ruminate and then somewhere through there, it's hard to determine what's in control and what's not. So, we want to preface it with that. But things get really out of control once they start to catastrophize even more. So, would you call the catastrophization a mental rumination, or would you call it an intrusive thought? How would you conceptualize that with a client? They have the obsession, they start ruminating, and then they start going to the worst-case scenario and just staying there. Jon: Yeah. There's different ways to look at it. So, catastrophizing is predicting a negative future and assuming you can't cope with it, and it's a way of thinking about a situation. So, it's investing in a false project. The real project is there's something unknown about the future and it makes you uncomfortable and you don't like it. How do you deal with that? That's worth taking a look at. The false project is, my plane is going to crash and I need to figure out how to keep the plane from crashing. But that's how the OCD mind tends to work. So, one way of thinking about catastrophizing is it's a tone it's a way-- if you can step back far enough and be mindful of the fact that you're thinking, you can also be mindful of the fact that there is a way that you're thinking. And if the way that you're thinking is catastrophizing, you could say, “Yeah, that's catastrophizing. I don't need to do that right now.”  But I think to your point, it is also an act. It's something somebody is doing. It's like, I'm going to see this through to the end and the hopes that it doesn't end in catastrophe, but I'm also going to steer it into catastrophe because I just can't help myself. It's like a hot stove in your head that you just want to touch and you're like, “Ouch.” And in that case, I would say, yeah, that's a mental ritual. It's something that you're doing.  I like the concept of non-engagement responses. So, things that you can do to respond to the thought process that aren't engaging it directly, that are helping you launch off. Because like I said, before you label and abandon. But between the label and abandon, a lot of people feel like they need a little help. They need something to drive a wedge between them and the thought process. Simply dropping it just doesn't feel enough, or it's met with such distress because whenever you don't do a compulsion, it feels irresponsible, and they can't handle that distress. So, they need just a little boost.  What do we know about OCD? We know that the one thing you can't do effectively is defend yourself because then you're getting into an argument and you can't win an argument against somebody who doesn't care what the outcome of the argument is. The OCD just wants to argue. So, any argument, no matter how good it is, the OCD is like, “Great, now we're arguing again.” How to Manage Mental Compulsions  Kimberley: Yeah. “I got you.” Jon: Yeah. So, what are our options? What are our non-engagement response options? One, which I think is completely undersold, is ignoring it. Just ignoring it. Again, none of these you want to only focus on because they could all become compulsive. And then you're walking around going, “I'm ignoring it, I'm ignoring it.” And then you're just actually avoiding it. But it's completely okay to just choose not to take yourself seriously. You look at your email and it's things that you want. And then in there is a junk mail that just accidentally got filtered into the inbox instead of the spam box, and mostly what you do is ignore it. You don't even read the subject of it. You recognize that in the moment, it's spam and you move on as if it wasn't even there. Then there's being mindful of it. Mindful noting. Just acknowledging it. You take that extra beat to be like, “Oh yeah, there's that thought.” In act, they would call this diffusion. I'm having a thought that something terrible is going to happen. And then you're dropping it. So, you're just stepping back and be like, “Oh, I see what's going on here. Okay, cool. But I'm not going to respond to it.” And then as we get into more ERP territory, we also have the option of agreeing with the uncertainty that maybe, maybe not. “What do I know? Okay. Maybe the plane is going to crash. I can't be bothered with this.” But you have to do it with attitude because if you get too involved in the linguistics of it, then it's like, well, what's the potential that it'll happen? And you can't play that game, the probability game.  But it is objectively true that any statement that begins with the word “maybe” has something to it. Maybe in the middle of this call, this computer is going to explode or something like that. It would be very silly for me to worry about that, but you can't deny that the statement is true because it's possible. It's maybe. So, just acknowledging that, be like, “Okay, fine. Maybe.” And then dropping it the way you would if you had some thought that you didn't find triggering and yet was still objectively true.  And then the last one, which can be a lot of fun, can also be overdone, can also become compulsive, but if done well can make life a little bit more fun, is agreeing with the thought in an exaggerated humorous, sarcastic way. Just blowing it up. So, you're out doing the OCD. The OCD is very creative, but you're more creative than the OCD. Kimberley: Can you give me examples? Jon: Well, the OCD says your plane is going to crash. He said, your plane is going to crash into a school. Just be done with it, right? And that kind of shock where the bully is expecting you to defend yourself and instead, you just punched yourself in the face. He's like, “Yeah, you're weird. I'm not going to bother you anymore.” That's the relationship one wants with their OCD. Kimberley: That's true. I remember in a previous episode we had with, I think it was when you had brought out your team book about saying “Good one bro,” or “brah.” Jon: “Cool story, brah.” Yeah.  Kimberley: Cool story brah. And I've had many of my patients say that that was also really helpful, is there's a degree of attitude that goes with that, right? Jon: Yeah. And because again, it's just a glitch in the system that, of course, you're conditioned to respond to it like it's serious. But once you realize it is, once you get the hint that it's OCD, you have to shift out of that, “Oh, this is very important, very serious,” and into this like, “This is junk mail.” And if you actually look at your junk mail, none of it is serious. It sounds serious. It sounds like I just inherited a billion dollars from some prince in Nigeria. That sounds very important. I Kimberley: I get that email every day pretty much.  Jon: Yeah. But I look at it and immediately I know that it's not serious, even though the words in it sound very important.  Kimberley: Yeah. So, for somebody, I'm sitting in the mind of someone who has OCD and is listening right now, and I'm guessing, to those who are listening, you're nodding and “Yes, this is so helpful. This is so helpful.” And then we may finish the episode and then the realization that “This is really hard” comes. How much coaching, how much encouragement? How do you walk someone through treatment who is finding this incredibly difficult? Jon: I want to live in your mind. In my mind, let that same audience member is like, “This guy sucks.” Kimberley: My mind isn't so funny after we start the recording. So, you're cool. Jon: Who is this clown? Again, it's back to self-compassion. I'm sure people are tired of hearing about it, but it's simply more objective. It is hard. And if you're acting like it shouldn't be hard or you're doing something wrong as a function, it's hard because you're doing something wrong, you're really confused. How could that be? You could not have known better than to end up here. Everything that brought you here was some other thought or some other feeling, and you're just responding to your environment. The question is right now where you have some control, what are you going to do with your attention? Right now, you're noticing, “Oh man, it's really hard to resist mental rituals. It's hard to catch them. It's hard to let go of them. It's hard to deal with the anxiety of thinking because I didn't finish the mental ritual. Maybe I missed something and somebody's going to get hurt or something like that because I didn't figure it out.”  It is really hard. I don't think we should pretend that it's easy. We should acknowledge that it's hard. And then we should ask, “Okay, well, I made a decision that I'm going to do this. I'm going to treat my OCD and it looks like the treatment for OCD is I'm going to confront this uncertainty and not do compulsions. So, I have to figure out what to do with the fact that it's hard.” And then it's back to the body. How do you know that it's hard? “Well, I could feel the tension here and I could feel my heart rate and my breath.” So, let's work with that. How can I relate to that experience that's coming up in a way that's actually helpful? The thing that I've been thinking about a lot lately is this idea that the brain is quick to learn that something is dangerous. Something happens and it hurts, and your brain is like, “Yeah, let's not do that again.” And you might conclude later that that thing really wasn't as dangerous as you thought. And so, you want to re-engage with it. And you might find that's really hard to do, which is why exposure therapy is really hard because it's not like a one-and-done thing. You have to practice it because the brain is very slow to learn that something is safe, especially after it's been taught that it's dangerous.  But that's not a bad thing. You want a brain that does that. You don't want a brain that's like, “Yeah, well, I got bit by one dog, but who cares? Let's go back in the kennel.” You want a brain that's like, “Hold on. Are you sure about this?” That whole process of overcoming your fears, I think people, again, they're way too hard on themselves. It should take some time and it should be slow and sluggish. You look like you're getting better, and then you slip back a little bit, because it's really just your brain saying, “Listen, I'm here to keep you safe, and I learned that you weren't, and you are not following rules. So, I'm pulling you back.” That's where that is coming from. So, that's the hard feeling. That's the hard feeling right there. It's your brain really trying to get you to say, “No, go back to doing compulsions. Compulsions are keeping you safe.” You have to override that circuit and say, “I appreciate your help. But I think I know something that you don't. So, I'm going to keep doing this.” And then you can relate to that hard feeling with like, “Good, my brain works. My brain is slow and sluggish to change, but not totally resistant. Over time, I'm going to bend it to my will and it will eventually let go, and either say this isn't scary anymore or say like, ‘Well, it's still scary, but I'm not going to keep you from doing it.'” Kimberley: Right. I had a client at the beginning of COVID I think, and the biggest struggle-- and this was true for a lot of people, I think, is they would notice the thought, notice they're engaging in compulsions and drop it, to use your language, and then go, “Yay, I did that.” And then they would notice another thought in the next 12 seconds or half a second, and then they would go, “Okay, notice it and drop it.” And then they'd do it again. And by number 14, they're like, “No, this is--” or it would either be like, “This is too hard,” or “This isn't working.” So, I'm wondering if you could speak to-- we've talked about it being “too hard.” Can you speak to your ideas around “this isn't working”? Jon: Yeah. That's a painful thought. I think that a lot of times, people, when they say it isn't working, I ask them to be more specific because their definition of working often involves things like, “I was expecting not to have more intrusive thoughts,” or “I was expecting for those thoughts to not make me anxious.” And when you let go of those expectations, which isn't lowering them at all, it's just shifting them, asking, well, what is it that you really want to do in your limited time on this earth? You're offline for billions of years. Now you're online for, I don't know, 70 to 100 if you're lucky, and then you're offline again. So, this is the time you have. So, what do you want to do with your attention? And if it's going to be completely focused on your mental health, well, that's a bummer. You need to be able to yes, notice the thought, yes, notice the ritual, yes, drop them both, and then return to something.  In this crazy world we're living in now where we're just constantly surrounded by things to stimulate us and trigger us and make us think, we have lots of things to turn to that aren't necessarily healthy, but they're not all unhealthy either. So, it's not hard to turn your attention away from something and into a YouTube video or something like that. It is more challenging to shift your attention away from something scary and then bring it to the flavor of your tea. That's a mindfulness issue. That's all that is. Why is one thing easier than the other? It's because you don't think the flavor of your tea is important. Why? Because you're just not stimulated by the firing off of neurons in your tongue and the fact that we're alive on earth and that we've evolved over a million years to be able to make and taste tea. That's not as interesting as somebody dancing to a rap song. I get that, but it could be if you're paying a different kind of attention. So, it's just something to consider when you're like, “Well, I can't return to the present because it doesn't engage me in there.” Something to consider, what would really engage you and what is it about the present that you find so uninteresting? Maybe you should take another look. Kimberley: Right. For me, I'm just still so shocked that gravity works. Whenever I'm really stuck, I will admit, my rumination isn't so anxiety-based. I think it's more when I'm angry, I get into a ruminative place. We can do that similar behavior. So, when I'm feeling that, I have to just be like, “Okay, drop away from, that's not helpful. Be aware and then drop it.” And then for me, it's just like, “Wow, the gravity is pulling me down. It just keeps blowing my mind.” Jon: Yeah. That's probably a better use of your thought process than continuing to ruminate. But you bring up another point. I think this speaks more closely to your question about when people say it's not working. I'm probably going to go to OCD jail for this, but I think to some extent, when you get knocked off track by an OCD trigger, because you made me think of it when you're talking about anger. Like, someone says something to you and makes you angry and you're ruminating about it. But it's the same thing in OCD. Something happens. Something triggers you to think like, “I'm going to lose my job. I'm a terrible parent,” or something like that. You're just triggered. This isn't just like a little thought, you're like, “Oh, that's my OCD.” You can feel it in your bones. It got you. It really got you.  Now, you can put off ruminating as best you can, but you're going to be carrying that pain in your bones for a while. It could be an hour, could be a day, could be a couple of days. Now, if it's more than a couple of days, you have to take ownership of the fact that you are playing a big role in keeping this thing going and you need to change if you want different results. But if it's less than a couple of days and you have OCD, sometimes all you can do is just own it. “All right, I'm just going to be ruminating a lot right now.” And I'm not saying like, hey, sit there and really try to ruminate. But it's back to that thing before, like your brain is conditioned to take this seriously, and no matter how much you tell yourself it's not serious, your brain is going to do what your brain is going to do. And so, can you get your work done? Try to show up for your family, try to laugh when something funny happens on TV, even while there's this elephant sitting on your chest. And every second that you're not distracted, your mind is like, “Why did they say that? Why did I do that? What's going to happen next?” And really just step back from it and say like, “You know what, it's just going to have to be like this for now.” What I see people do a lot is really undersell how much that is living with OCD. “I'm not getting better.” I had this happen actually just earlier today. Somebody was telling me, walking me through this story that was just full of OCD minds that they kept stepping on and they kept exploding and they were distressed and everything. And yet, throughout the whole process, the only problem was they were having OCD and they were upset. But they weren't avoiding the situation. They weren't asking for reassurance and they weren't harming themselves in any way. They were just having a rough time because they just had their buttons pushed. It was frustrating because they wouldn't acknowledge that that is a kind of progress that is living with this disorder, which necessarily involves having symptoms.  I don't want people to get confused here and say like, “This is as good as it gets,” or “You should give up hope for getting better.” It's not about that. Part of getting better is really owning that this is how you show up in the world. You have your assets and your liabilities, and sometimes the best thing to do is just accept what's going on and work through it in a more self-compassionate way. Kimberley: Right. I really resonate with that too. I've had to practice that a lot lately too of accepting my humanness. Because I think there are times where you catch yourself and you're like, “No, I should be performing way up higher.” And then you're like, “No, let's just accept these next few days are going to be rough.” I like that. I think that that's actually more realistic in terms of what recovery really might look like. This is going to be a rough couple of days or a rough couple of hours or whatever it may be. Jon: Yeah. If you get punched hard enough in the stomach and knock the wind out of you, that takes a certain period of time before you catch your breath. And if you get punched in the OCD brain, it takes a certain amount of time before you catch your breath. So, hang on. It will get better. And again, this isn't me saying, just do as many compulsions as you want. It's just, you're going to do some, especially rumination and taking ownership of that, “Oh man, it's really loud in there. I've been ruminating a lot today. I'll just do the best I can.” That's going to be a better approach than like, “I'm going to sit and track every single thought and I'm going to burn it to the ground. I'm going to do it every five seconds.” Really, you're just going to end up ruminating more that way. Kimberley: Right. And probably beating yourself up more. Jon: Exactly. Kimberley: Right. Okay. I feel like that is an amazing place for us to end. Before we do, is there anything you feel like we've missed that you just want people to know before we finish up? Jon: I guess what's really important to know since we're talking about mental compulsions is that it's not separate from the rest of OCD and it's not harder to treat. People have this idea that, well, if you're a compulsive hand-washer, you can just stop washing your hands or you can just remove the sink or something like that. But if you're a compulsive ruminator about whether or not you're going to harm someone or you're a good person or any of that stuff, somehow that's harder to treat. I've not found this to be the case. Anecdotally, I haven't seen any evidence that this is really the case in terms of research. You might be harder on yourself in some ways, and that might make your symptoms seem more severe, but that's got nothing to do with how hard you are to treat or the likelihood of you getting better. Most physical rituals are really just efforts to get done what your mental rituals are not doing for you. So, many people who are doing physical rituals are also doing mental rituals and those who aren't doing physical rituals. Again, some people wash their hands. Some people wash their minds. Many people do both. A lot of this stuff, it has to do with like, “I expect my mind to be one way, and it's another.” And that thing that's making it another is a contaminant, “I hate it and I want to go away and I'm going to try to get it to go away.” And that's how this disorder works. Kimberley: Right. It's really, really wonderful advice. I think that it's actually really great that you covered that because I think a lot of people ask that question of, does that mean that I'm going to only have half the recovery of someone who does physical compulsions or just Googles or just seeks reassurance? So, I think it's really important. Do you feel like someone can overcome OCD if their predominant compulsion is mental? Jon: Absolutely. They may even have assets that they are unaware of that makes them even more treatable. I mean, only one way to find out. Kimberley: Yeah. I'm so grateful to you. Thank you for coming on. This is just filling my heart so much. Thank you. Jon: Thank you. I always love speaking with you. Kimberley: Do you want to share where people can find you and all your amazing books and what you're doing? Jon: My hub is OCDBaltimore.com. That's the website for the Center for OCD and Anxiety at Sheppard Pratt, and also the OCD program at The Retreat at Sheppard Pratt. And I'm on Instagram at OCDBaltimore, Twitter at OCDBaltimore. I don't know what my Facebook page is, but it's out there somewhere. I'm not hard to find. Falling behind a little bit on my meme game, I haven't found anything quite funny or inspiring enough. I think I've toured through all of my favorite movies and TV shows. And so, I'm waiting for some show that I'm into to inspire me. But someone asked me the other day, “Wait, you stopped with the memes.” Kimberley: They're like, nothing's funny anymore. Jon: I try not to get into that headspace. Sometimes I do think that way, but yeah, the memes find me. I don't find them. Kimberley: I love it. And your books are all on Amazon or wherever you can buy books, I'm imagining. Jon: Yes. The OCD Workbook For Teens is my most recent one and the second edition of the Mindfulness Workbook for OCD is also a relatively recent one. Kimberley: Amazing. You're amazing. Thank you so much. Jon: Thank you.

هذه الحلقة هي الحلقة الأولى من سلسلة الاضطرابات النفسية المرتبطة بالقلق anxiety. وهي تتناول (اضطراب القلق العام - General Anxiety Disorder)و هي تناقش المرض و اسبابه و آثاره و المعتقدات الخاطئة المتعلقة به و من ثم وسائل التعامل معه. الحلقات القادمة ستناقش اضطرابات متعلقة بالقلق أيضاً مثل (اضطراب القلق الاجتماعي) ، ( نوبات الهلع) ، (اضطراب ما بعد الصدمة) (الفوبيا) و غيرها .. لا تنسوا أن تشاركوني آراءكم و قصصكم و مقترحاتكم على الإيميل

Jessie Wayburn receives some solid flirting advice from Adrian Ashby, Adrian Ashby was born and raised from Queens, and even though he isn't a formally trained culinary professional, Adrian more than makes up for that with his twisted competition ready creations (from duck fat cannoli filling to gator & shrimp chili) , his stunning record of participation in competitive cooking known nationwide as "TakeDowns" as well as other NYC based cook-offs over the past several years. Adrian also has a passion for entertaining along with public speaking. Adrian welcomes the opportunity to take on any amateur or professional who step into the arena with him! Adrian's inspirations are his loving mother & grandmother whom he has watched do their thing in the kitchen since he was a lil' tyke! Adrian and his battle with General Anxiety Disorder has fueled his competitive fire and served as an amazing outlet for his creativity, a boost to his confidence and psyche, and a release of any anxiety real or created (LOL!)There's nothing better for Adrian than serving up a meal or a "bite" to a salivating public! That's Adrian's real pleasure, win, lose or draw. Taking Dadplications is an Opus Nox Media production. Music and cover art by Nic Jenkins --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/taking-dadplications/support

HAYOOO. It's us, back with yet another diagnosis that we will break down for you. Plot twist, we both relate to this one very heavily, and many others may as well. In this episode you will learn more about Koelle and Kenna, and the disorder they both struggle with. Enjoy!National Suicide Prevention Hotline: (800)273-8255The Trevor Project: (212) 695-8650 https://www.thetrevorproject.org

For as long as I can remember, anxiety has always been a constant companion of mine.    We hear this word everywhere, and some have even described it as the new “buzzword”.  Perhaps meaning that this word is used to describe all the emotions we feel, or, emotions we don't want to feel.  The word anxiety has become almost an everyday term over the last two years. So, in a sense, it has become a new buzzword.  But chronic anxiety is real. I know because I have an ongoing struggle with General Anxiety Disorder.  In today's episode I share my own journey with GAD, and how I thought that anxiety defined me.  I felt hopeless, like I was doing something wrong.  There were days when I felt like I was barely hanging on.  It took over 20 years, of praying, researching, and trying everything I could, to finally seek professional help.  I was so relieved to finally discover that my anxiety had a name.   Over the years I have continued to learn and  use all the tools available to me to manage my anxiety.  When I found Life Coaching, I felt as though my toolbox is complete.  I no longer feel like my anxiety manages me. I manage it!  I have included a link to one of my favorite tools I use to manage anxiety.  It works!  And I want to share it with you.  You're welcome in advance.https://www.angelaadamscoaching.com/lead-collectionYou can enjoy your life and thrive despite your anxiety!

Last May, as we approached the end of Mental Health Awareness Month, I decided to share my own story around mental health and, specifically, around my diagnoses of PTSD and General Anxiety Disorder.  I heard from so many of you who could relate to my story.  A large number of those of you who reached out to say “me too” also shared that you struggled with the same diagnoses.  Given this feedback, I thought it might be helpful to share what treatment/management modalities have helped me the most since being diagnosed. Overall, my diagnoses have given me so much clarity.  They have solidified who I am in so many ways.  I really understand why my brain works the way it does and how I can use this in my favor.  This has been such a huge relief.   As I share some of my tools in this episode, I cover everything from medication to exercise to calendar management to my precious morning coffee routine.  Whether or not you share my diagnoses, I think you'll find some of these tools essential to managing your mental health as we continue to navigate the state of the world. If you have any feedback or need any support, please reach out.  I would be honored to be a part of your healing journey. Links Mentioned: Join our free Hope, Happiness and Mental Health Challenge SMA Ep 544: My Mental Health Diagnosis

Alex Benbow Carter (artist, musician) and I talk ALL things ANXIETY, depression and CREATIVITY. We also discuss:panic attacks during class presentations;SMALL talk;opening up to strangers;INSOMNIA;challenging relationships with our dads;HOW TO be an adult?;grieving death in family;health-anxiety ("I HAVE CANCER!!!" (except I don't));parent's divorce;finding moments of PEACE;CBT, meditation, being present;trying to avoid conflict;needing to slow my thoughts down;ART and PAIN;General Anxiety Disorder;and SO much more! Alex's IG: @alexbc_art Recorded Sept 25, 2020; June 28&29 2021. Support Feelin Weird on PATREON: www.patreon.com/feelinweird Buy M E R C H: www.kyeplant.bandcamp.com Donate via PAYPAL: https://www.paypal.com/donate/?cmd=_s-xclick&hosted_button_id=FZLGHJJCMWDYJ&source=url Instagram: @feelinweirdpod Web: feelinweird.com Email: feelinweird@gmail.com

No more overthinking. The best decision is to make a decision. Lessen the anxiety and fearfulness overthinking brings. Listen in to hear how you can resolve overthinking and create an oasis headspace by performing these two things. References mentioned: General Anxiety Disorder, by Mayo Clinic Staff article available at https://www.mayoclinic.org/diseases-conditions/generalized-anxiety-disorder/symptoms-causes/syc-20360803

We continue our series on anxiety. We do a deep dive into GAD

Episode 1 is our Maiden Voyage here at TheBeehiveADHD Podcast!I'm your host, Tera B.  At the wee tender age of 46, I was diagnosed with ADHD and General Anxiety Disorder.  The ONLY reason this even happened was because one of my children was getting assessed, and I discovered many of the questions on the life-history paperwork we had to fill out for the assessment also applied to…me?!?!!  This launch episode is a sneak-peak about that story, sprinkled with interesting and surprising basic ADHD facts that so many people simply do not know, especially when it comes to females.  My dream is that this series inspires, motivates, and liberates females (and their families) of all ages to get assessed, and if applicable, support systems in place to help them thrive.  Also, I hope the series inspires life changing conversations about the joys and challenges of neurodiversity while eradicating the very misleading ADHD stigmas out there, which often lead to female's getting misdiagnosed or dismissed all together. Please join me in this incredibly worthy quest! Thanks for listening and sharing! If you have a question or a show idea, please send it to: hello@thebeehiveadhd.com Follow TheBeehiveADHD on: Instagram: @thebeehiveadhd Twitter: @thebeehiveadhd Facebook: @thebeehiveadhdbuzz Sign up for our newsletter: www.thebeehiveadhd.com Links mentioned in this episode: How to ADHD YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC-nPM1_kSZf91ZGkcgy_95Q Dr. Ned Hallowell: https://drhallowell.com/ ADHD Coach Brett Thornhill: https://embraceyouradhd.ca/ Distraction Podcast S2: Ep 39 Women & ADHD Q&A (with Terry Matlen, ACSW): https://www.distractionpodcast.com/2018/02/13/women-adhd-qna/            

On this episode Colette and I discuss her life experience with anxiety. Colette shares how a big life decision brought her high-functioning anxiety to the surface. Not long after she was diagnosed with General Anxiety Disorder. Her and I go deep into how anxiety can manifest, treatment options and alternatives like meditation! Now a wellness coach herself, Colette has an amazing recovery journey that will inspire anyone struggling with anxiety today. Follow Recov.her.y HERE Connect with Colette HERE Music credit: https://www.purple-planet.com/

"Be willing. Be compassionate with yourself. Because compassion is where you're excepting yourself exactly as you are.  Be willing to recognize and move forward with your healing." Join Amber and her guest Ash Marshall O'dell, author of "LIGHT BOUND: a Healer's Journey through Trauma, C PTSD, & Anxiety".  Ash's story describes her experience with mental, physical, emotional, and sexual abused at a very young age (without great detail).  Due to the traumas Ash experienced, she developed C-PTSD and General Anxiety Disorder. Over the years, since her diagnosis, she's spent a lot of time on her own healing...and now uses her wisdom to help others.  Regardless of what your story has been and still is, you'll get a lot out of this conversation- helping you move forward as we all navigate the new world we're living in.  In this episode, Ash does a reading from one of her most recent blog posts about healing. What a treat!  You can connect with Ash via email at sacredjourneyswithash@gmail.com.  Check out her professional profile at https://healingwaze.com/practitioners/sacred-journey/  

Rachel Kornbluth is a third year Kinesiology student at Western University in London Ontario, Canada. In this episode, we discuss General Anxiety Disorder (GAD). Moreover, we explore the different management methods Rachel uses to cope with GAD. Finally, she shares her views and thoughts on how to accept living with anxiety and how to "own it."

***Pre-order my new book Cleaning up Your Mental Mess here & get access to exclusive pre-order bonuses like a workbook, bonus chapters and more: https://www.cleaningupyourmentalmess.com/ Sign up to join my free text program and receive mental health care tips. Just text DRLEAF to 1 (833) 285 3747 SHOW DESCRIPTION: In this bonus episode I replay the Instagram Live I did Dec 31 2020 where I share my top lessons learned from 2020 and what I am working on in 2021. I also answer listener questions on how to deal with anxiety while waiting to get test results back and just anticipation anxiety in general, how to deal with general anxiety disorder (GAD), how to manage burnout as a medical professional, how to protect your mental health while living with "annoying" family, how to avoid giving into provocations & triggers, and more! ADDITIONAL RESOURCES: -Get my new brain detox app SWITCH on sale now! Get 50% off a 3 month subscription. Just visit: https://theswitch.app -Visit my website at https://drleaf.com for more free resources -Instagram: @drcarolineleaf: https://www.instagram.com/drcarolineleaf/ -Facebook: Dr. Caroline Leaf: https://www.facebook.com/drleaf -Twitter: @drcarolineleaf: https://twitter.com/DrCarolineLeaf -Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/drcarolineleaf If you enjoyed this episode please leave a 5 review on iTunes, Google Play, or wherever you are listening! And don't forget to subscribe and share this podcast with friends and family! I love seeing your posts on social media! --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

What causes anxiety and how can you deal with it? How do you know if you have "general anxiety disorder"? Listen to this episode to learn more about these types and how to deal with each of them.Listen to The Suxess Podcast on Podeohttps://podeo.co/originalshttps://podeo.co/download

This week Charlie brings on Trish Barillas, published author, professional life coach, anxiety expert, and his wife. Mental illness can often feel like a shameful secret that must be kept in the shadows. Trish and Charlie talk about her lifetime dealing with General Anxiety Disorder, her journey with medication, and the tools she has developed to help others who suffer with severe anxiety. Navigating a creative life has many challenges, and mental illness can be crippling if it is not addressed in a pro-active way. For anyone looking for insight on how to live with anxiety, this episode will definitely remind you that you are not alone. You can follow CBP on Instagram @creatingbehavior, and the Maggie Flanigan Studio @maggieflaniganstudio. Leave a message for Charlie through SpeakPipe at https://www.creatingbehaviorpodcast.com

Audience Questions for ep24 of Ask Kati Anything!Hey Kati, is it weird that I would “secretly” really like to be diagnosed with something?? I’ve been struggling mentally for about 8 months...I see my therapist once a week, but after each session I find myself already longing for the next session because it feels so nice to talk to her. The 6 days in between appointments feels like forever! Is this a sign of good therapy, or an unhealthy attachment? Does it mean I should ask for more...In what way are therapists 'responsible' for you? If you commit suicide or homicide, how can they investigate how much you told your therapist about your plans?Hi Kati, is it normal to feel abandoned/rejected when your therapist has to cancel a session? Recently we had a hurricane in NJ and...Hey Kati! I have been diagnosed with GAD for a while. Whenever I’m trying to concentrate, whether it’s reading something, or trying to do school, my brain won’t stop thinking about things, which then leads to...Do you think it can be traumatizing to hit a child for discipline?Hi Kati. How can I avoid building an unhealthy relationship with my therapist? I decided to try out therapy and I've been pouring my heart out to him. The thing is, I'm afraid of getting too attached to that person and having a hard time trying to get...Hi Kati, I hope you're doing great. I wanted to ask you how to bring the topic of sex to my therapist and how to better deal with it. I was sexually assaulted by my...Hi Kati! Will dissociation always be a part of my life? Considering that it’s a coping skill that I honed since childhood, and that showers is the only...Hey Kati, I told a friend that I struggle with self harm and an eating disorder. At the moment things are really bad for me. I often see the person who abused me because of Corona. He doesn’t do anything anymore, but...Hi Kati. How can I find out what I truly want? I always seek my therapist's opinion; she says it's all somewhere inside of me, but I can't see it. I always think other people know better what I need or want so...Hi Kati, I fear the day that the people I care about will pass away. When I think of this, "What if I just die before they're gone, I wouldn't hurt that much." is what I tell myself. I want to stop thinking that way. What should I do?JOURNALING CLUBEvery Tuesday & Friday Kati posts a journal prompt to help keep you motivated and working on yourself! https://www.youtube.com/katimorton/join KATI'S BOOK "Are u ok?"http://bit.ly/2s0mULyKati's Amazon Suggestionshttps://www.amazon.com/shop/katimortonONLINE THERAPYI do not currently offer online therapy. BetterHelp can connect you with a licensed, online counselor. Please visit: MORE INFO I receive commissions on referrals to BetterHelp. I only recommend services I know and trust.PATREONhttps://www.katimorton.com/kati-morton-patreon/Opinions That Don't Matter! (2nd podcast)video: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCs58xfxPpjVARRuwjH8usfwaudio: https://opionstdm.buzzsprout.com/ BUSINESS EMAILlinnea@toneymedia.com Support the show (https://www.patreon.com/katimorton)

Raymond shares his experience of living life with Complex PTSD, General Anxiety Disorder, and Major Depressive Disorder.

Today's episode is mostly about social prescribing. Anxiety! A certain degree of it keeps us safe and alive, and it also means that life is exciting and challenging, that we are exploring our edges, moving our boundaries, but in excessive amounts, anxiety will paralyse us in fear… and who wants to be paralysed?! Steven Pressfield's rule of thumb is “the more scared we are of a work or calling, the more sure we can be that we have to do it.” (Pressfield, 2002: 40 – the war of art). Whatever is making you anxious is trying to send you a message, so take time to listen instead of chasing miraculous cures outside of yourself. Out of curiosity, try out this online test to see your levels of anxiety. It's called the GAD 7 – General Anxiety Disorder and consists of 7 questions. https://www.mdcalc.com/gad-7-general-anxiety-disorder-7

In this episode we welcome back friend of the show Cory Anton to talk about anxiety disorders. We have a raw, and perhaps a little controversial conversation about the effects of coping skills with anxiety disorders, exposure response therapy, and tolerance building. Cory explains the difference between stress and anxiety disorders, how anxiety is created in our brain, and how reassurance culture plays a role into anxiety disorders. Anxiety Disorders: people with anxiety disorders frequently have intense, excessive and persistent worry and fear about everyday situations. Often, anxiety disorders involve repeated episodes of sudden feelings of intense anxiety and fear or terror that reach a peak within minutes (panic attacks).These feelings of anxiety and panic interfere with daily activities, are difficult to control, are out of proportion to the actual danger and can last a long time. You may avoid places or situations to prevent these feelings. Symptoms may start during childhood or the teen years and continue into adulthood.Examples of anxiety disorders include generalized anxiety disorder, social anxiety disorder (social phobia), specific phobias and separation anxiety disorder. You can have more than one anxiety disorder.To apply to work with us or for more information on Being UnNormal check out our website at www.beingunnormal.comFollow us on social media!Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/beingunnormalInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/beingunnormalpodcastSupport the show (http://www.pateron.com/beingunnormal)

Steven gets his official anxiety diagnosis from his therapist and also panics over getting his sick girlfriend into an uber. Andrew is anxious over trying to impress his girlfriend's mom during her visit to NYC. Plus they get into the listener anxiety topics of working hard to not get fired but then having your co-workers getting mad at your for it, visiting California and being nervous about the I-5 killer, doing a comedy show for the first time. and more! Check us out on instagram: @panicattackingpodcast and twitter @podpanicattack

I wanted to know what other people wanted to ask me.  Listen as my friend and mental health advocate Liza Long asks me the hard questions.  and we laugh. a lot. Brooke Lacey is a 43-year-old adult living successfully with PTSD, Bipolar I, General Anxiety Disorder, and Adjustment Disorder. While she doesn’t have a gruesome story of beatings, sexual abuse, or being deployed to a war zone, Brooke's story is not unique. She grew up feeling unloved and unaccepted by the one person she needed love and acceptance from the most — her mother. From an early age, she was raised with extreme religious beliefs, which caused permanent trauma that became a heavy burden in her own adulthood and motherhood. Today, Brooke is a business owner, single mother, friend to many, and stranger to no one. And she feels lucky to be alive — abundantly blessed to have found her way and to have found what has worked for her: medication, therapy, exercise, friendship, and motherhood. Brooke believes in making the distinction that she lives successfully with mental illness but does not suffer from it.  In this podcast she shares her personal experiences via a candid, no-nonsense, approach, Brooke intends to bring healing to those who may be struggling and awareness to communities at large, so as to stamp out stigma surrounding mental illness once and for all. --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/disruptingstigma/message

Have you found yourself alone, again?  me too dudes, me too.  You think I've been real and raw up until this point??  you haven't heard anything yet!  Join me as I talk about the super fun topics of dick pics and daddy doms and everything in between!  (in-between, see what I did there??) BIO: Brooke Lacey is a 43-year-old adult living successfully with PTSD, Bipolar I, General Anxiety Disorder, and Adjustment Disorder. While she doesn’t have a gruesome story of beatings, sexual abuse, or being deployed to a war zone, Brooke's story is not unique. She grew up feeling unloved and unaccepted by the one person she needed love and acceptance from the most — her mother. From an early age, she was raised with extreme religious beliefs, which caused permanent trauma that became a heavy burden in her own adulthood and motherhood. Today, Brooke is a business owner, single mother, friend to many, and stranger to no one. And she feels lucky to be alive — abundantly blessed to have found her way and to have found what has worked for her: medication, therapy, exercise, friendship, and motherhood. Brooke believes in making the distinction that she lives successfully with mental illness but does not suffer from it.  In this podcast she shares her personal experiences via a candid, no-nonsense, approach, Brooke intends to bring healing to those who may be struggling and awareness to communities at large, so as to stamp out stigma surrounding mental illness once and for all. --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/disruptingstigma/message

Thank you for listening to True Stories of a Tryhard. You can find me on Instagram @ethan.t.hulen and Twitter @etph0n3h0m3, you can find the podcast on Instagram and Twitter @truestoriespod. Have a great day!Intro/Outro Music: Swingin’ Ballad by Alexander Nakarada | https://www.serpentsoundstudios.comMusic promoted by https://www.free-stock-music.comAttribution 4.0 International (CC BY 4.0)https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/

This is me, saying my sh!t (normally I would never replace the i with an exclamation point but I'm ensuring this gets to where it needs to be online).  I really do believe that by sharing our stories, we will change the world.  there isn't anything as powerful, not a book you'll read, a therapist you'll go to or a doctor you'll see.  SAY YOUR SH!T and everything will come out the other end (see what I did there?  haha)  BIO: Brooke Lacey is a 43-year-old adult living successfully with PTSD, Bipolar I, General Anxiety Disorder, and Adjustment Disorder. While she doesn’t have a gruesome story of beatings, sexual abuse, or being deployed to a war zone, Brooke's story is not unique. She grew up feeling unloved and unaccepted by the one person she needed love and acceptance from the most — her mother. From an early age, she was raised with extreme religious beliefs, which caused permanent trauma that became a heavy burden in her own adulthood and motherhood. Today, Brooke is a business owner, single mother, friend to many, and stranger to no one. And she feels lucky to be alive — abundantly blessed to have found her way and to have found what has worked for her: medication, therapy, exercise, friendship, and motherhood. Brooke believes in making the distinction that she lives successfully with mental illness but does not suffer from it.  In this podcast she shares her personal experiences via a candid, no-nonsense, approach, Brooke intends to bring healing to those who may be struggling and awareness to communities at large, so as to stamp out stigma surrounding mental illness once and for all.  --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/disruptingstigma/message

Nelson Lee started an LLC called Building Brain Waves, where he speaks about the misconceptions around what it really means to improve your mental health.  Nelson struggled with poor mental habits that eventually got him diagnosed with Obsessive Compulsive Disorder, General Anxiety Disorder, and Depression.  However, through years of sifting through therapists, digging through online resources, and learning on his own, Nelson realized that these diagnoses aren't permanent. He didn't have to struggle with his mental health forever.  Tune in and listen to Nelson's inspiring story - he's amazing!    #nelsonpower #ocd #anxiety #overcoming #powerful #mindset #inspiration #beliefcast #tsinspires    

 I walk through life in the debilitating grips of chronic, paranoid insecurity - which so many people I meet - or people already in my life will tell you they would never know it, because of how "outgoing" I am.  what they don't know is how much fucking WORK it takes to be that outgoing. How about you? BIO: Brooke Lacey is a 43-year-old adult living successfully with PTSD, Bipolar I, General Anxiety Disorder, and Adjustment Disorder. While she doesn’t have a gruesome story of beatings, sexual abuse, or being deployed to a war zone, Brooke's story is not unique. She grew up feeling unloved and unaccepted by the one person she needed love and acceptance from the most — her mother. From an early age, she was raised with extreme religious beliefs, which caused permanent trauma that became a heavy burden in her own adulthood and motherhood. Today, Brooke is a business owner, single mother, friend to many, and stranger to no one. And she feels lucky to be alive — abundantly blessed to have found her way and to have found what has worked for her: medication, therapy, exercise, friendship, and motherhood. Brooke believes in making the distinction that she lives successfully with mental illness but does not suffer from it.  In this podcast she shares her personal experiences via a candid, no-nonsense, approach, Brooke intends to bring healing to those who may be struggling and awareness to communities at large, so as to stamp out stigma surrounding mental illness once and for all.  --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/disruptingstigma/message

In continuation of our special pride month coverage where we focus on exclusion within our own community, we talk with Nico Bolton, a queer POC, about her experiences growing up queer and feeling, and being, excluded in both queer and mental health spaces. In this episode we cover: Exclusion in the LGBT as a Queer WoC The importance of safe spaces for minority communities The critical impact of love and respect How to overcome our own ignorances Check out this week's episode to hear our conversation on these topics, and more, this week on Our Fractured Minds.

A subject I have NEVER talked about.  you think I've been vulnerable up until now?  you haven't heard anything yet.  I've started videotaping these - head over to my YouTube Channel to watch me talk!    https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=fSFJbWiCtEI&feature=youtu.be  BIO: Brooke Lacey is a 43-year-old adult living successfully with PTSD, Bipolar I, General Anxiety Disorder, and Adjustment Disorder. While she doesn’t have a gruesome story of beatings, sexual abuse, or being deployed to a war zone, Brooke's story is not unique. She grew up feeling unloved and unaccepted by the one person she needed love and acceptance from the most — her mother. From an early age, she was raised with extreme religious beliefs, which caused permanent trauma that became a heavy burden in her own adulthood and motherhood. Today, Brooke is a business owner, single mother, friend to many, and stranger to no one. And she feels lucky to be alive — abundantly blessed to have found her way and to have found what has worked for her: medication, therapy, exercise, friendship, and motherhood. Brooke believes in making the distinction that she lives successfully with mental illness but does not suffer from it.  In this podcast she shares her personal experiences via a candid, no-nonsense, approach, Brooke intends to bring healing to those who may be struggling and awareness to communities at large, so as to stamp out stigma surrounding mental illness once and for all.  --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/disruptingstigma/message

In this episode we are joined by two guests sharing their stories about being young and suicidal. Our guests Sophie and Ella tell us what it was like to be depressed, anxious, and suicidal through the lens and experiences of a teen. A powerful episode filled with honesty and bravery, our teens break down stigma and give us the truth about what is really going on in the mind of a teen in crisis. To apply to work with us, or more information on Being UnNormal check out our website at www.beingunnormal.comFollow us on social media!Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/beingunnormalInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/beingunnormalpodcastSupport the show (http://www.pateron.com/beingunnormal)

Hear me talk about that little bitch named Anxiety Brooke.  she's always around and really comes out at the worst times. BIO: Brooke Lacey is a 43-year-old adult living successfully with PTSD, Bipolar I, General Anxiety Disorder, and Adjustment Disorder. While she doesn’t have a gruesome story of beatings, sexual abuse, or being deployed to a war zone, Brooke's story is not unique. She grew up feeling unloved and unaccepted by the one person she needed love and acceptance from the most — her mother. From an early age, she was raised with extreme religious beliefs, which caused permanent trauma that became a heavy burden in her own adulthood and motherhood. Today, Brooke is a business owner, single mother, friend to many, and stranger to no one. And she feels lucky to be alive — abundantly blessed to have found her way and to have found what has worked for her: medication, therapy, exercise, friendship, and motherhood. Brooke believes in making the distinction that she lives successfully with mental illness but does not suffer from it.  In this podcast she shares her personal experiences via a candid, no-nonsense, approach, Brooke intends to bring healing to those who may be struggling and awareness to communities at large, so as to stamp out stigma surrounding mental illness once and for all.  --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/disruptingstigma/message

Listen in on my conversation with my 14-year-old son about his depression and what advice he has for parents of teenagers. this one is very personal and I want you all to have some insight into what it's like to be a teenager with depression in 2019.   BIO: Brooke Lacey is a 43-year-old adult living successfully with PTSD, Bipolar I, General Anxiety Disorder, and Adjustment Disorder. While she doesn’t have a gruesome story of beatings, sexual abuse, or being deployed to a war zone, Brooke's story is not unique. She grew up feeling unloved and unaccepted by the one person she needed love and acceptance from the most — her mother. From an early age, she was raised with extreme religious beliefs, which caused permanent trauma that became a heavy burden in her own adulthood and motherhood. Today, Brooke is a business owner, single mother, friend to many, and stranger to no one. And she feels lucky to be alive — abundantly blessed to have found her way and to have found what has worked for her: medication, therapy, exercise, friendship, and motherhood. Brooke believes in making the distinction that she lives successfully with mental illness but does not suffer from it.  In this podcast she shares her personal experiences via a candid, no-nonsense, approach, Brooke intends to bring healing to those who may be struggling and awareness to communities at large, so as to stamp out stigma surrounding mental illness once and for all.  --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/disruptingstigma/message

PTSD, BPD, GAD, EMDR, TMS.... This episode is about the past and present treatments I've utilized to try and fix my shit.  Including Trans-cranial Magnetic Stimulation and Eye Movement Desensitization & Reprocessing (say that 10 times real fast!)   BIO: Brooke Lacey is a 43-year-old adult living successfully with PTSD, Bipolar I, General Anxiety Disorder, and Adjustment Disorder. While she doesn’t have a gruesome story of beatings, sexual abuse, or being deployed to a war zone, Brooke's story is not unique. She grew up feeling unloved and unaccepted by the one person she needed love and acceptance from the most — her mother. From an early age, she was raised with extreme religious beliefs, which caused permanent trauma that became a heavy burden in her own adulthood and motherhood. Today, Brooke is a business owner, single mother, friend to many, and stranger to no one. And she feels lucky to be alive — abundantly blessed to have found her way and to have found what has worked for her: medication, therapy, exercise, friendship, and motherhood. Brooke believes in making the distinction that she lives successfully with mental illness but does not suffer from it.  In this podcast she shares her personal experiences via a candid, no-nonsense, approach, Brooke intends to bring healing to those who may be struggling and awareness to communities at large, so as to stamp out stigma surrounding mental illness once and for all.  --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/disruptingstigma/message

I wanted to have a big rant about my negative experiences when I have worked in the hospitality and catering industry. I have experienced a lot of sexism, passive aggressive behaviour from managers and witnessed other employee's being verbally abused. I wanted to put light on to these experiences as it is never usually spoken about. I also openly talk about my General Anxiety Disorder, how it affects me and work and how it then makes me feel. I hope you enjoy. Comments on constructive criticism will be very much appreciated. Thank you.

This episode will hopefully shed some light on what it's like to be a single parent while constantly battling that urge to make everything about my trauma.  Parenting a child after having suffered trauma as a child is a wicked curse for sure. BIO: Brooke Lacey is a 43-year-old adult living successfully with PTSD, Bipolar I, General Anxiety Disorder, and Adjustment Disorder. While she doesn’t have a gruesome story of beatings, sexual abuse, or being deployed to a war zone, Brooke's story is not unique. She grew up feeling unloved and unaccepted by the one person she needed love and acceptance from the most — her mother. From an early age, she was raised with extreme religious beliefs, which caused permanent trauma that became a heavy burden in her own adulthood and motherhood. Today, Brooke is a business owner, single mother, friend to many, and stranger to no one. And she feels lucky to be alive — abundantly blessed to have found her way and to have found what has worked for her: medication, therapy, exercise, friendship, and motherhood. Brooke believes in making the distinction that she lives successfully with mental illness but does not suffer from it.  In this podcast she shares her personal experiences via a candid, no-nonsense, approach, Brooke intends to bring healing to those who may be struggling and awareness to communities at large, so as to stamp out stigma surrounding mental illness once and for all.  --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/disruptingstigma/message

Raw and unfiltered..... and kinda hilarious.  enjoy!   BIO: Brooke Lacey is a 43-year-old adult living successfully with PTSD, Bipolar I, General Anxiety Disorder, and Adjustment Disorder. While she doesn’t have a gruesome story of beatings, sexual abuse, or being deployed to a war zone, Brooke's story is not unique. She grew up feeling unloved and unaccepted by the one person she needed love and acceptance from the most — her mother. From an early age, she was raised with extreme religious beliefs, which caused permanent trauma that became a heavy burden in her own adulthood and motherhood. Today, Brooke is a business owner, single mother, friend to many, and stranger to no one. And she feels lucky to be alive — abundantly blessed to have found her way and to have found what has worked for her: medication, therapy, exercise, friendship, and motherhood. Brooke believes in making the distinction that she lives successfully with mental illness but does not suffer from it.  In this podcast she shares her personal experiences via a candid, no-nonsense, approach, Brooke intends to bring healing to those who may be struggling and awareness to communities at large, so as to stamp out stigma surrounding mental illness once and for all.  --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/disruptingstigma/message

DISRUPTING STIGMA:  In her late teens and early twenties, Brooke found raves, nightclubs, and a gratuitous amount of street drugs to numb and tamper her pain. .   BIO: Brooke Lacey is a 43-year-old adult living successfully with PTSD, Bipolar I, General Anxiety Disorder, and Adjustment Disorder. While she doesn’t have a gruesome story of beatings, sexual abuse, or being deployed to a war zone, Brooke's story is not unique. She grew up feeling unloved and unaccepted by the one person she needed love and acceptance from the most — her mother. From an early age, she was raised with extreme religious beliefs, which caused permanent trauma that became a heavy burden in her own adulthood and motherhood. Today, Brooke is a business owner, single mother, friend to many, and stranger to no one. And she feels lucky to be alive — abundantly blessed to have found her way and to have found what has worked for her: medication, therapy, exercise, friendship, and motherhood. Brooke believes in making the distinction that she lives successfully with mental illness but does not suffer from it.  In this podcast she shares her personal experiences via a candid, no-nonsense, approach, Brooke intends to bring healing to those who may be struggling and awareness to communities at large, so as to stamp out stigma surrounding mental illness once and for all.  --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/disruptingstigma/message

All about the people in our lives!  Good, Bad, Toxic - all of them.  BIO: Brooke Lacey is a 43-year-old adult living successfully with PTSD, Bipolar I, General Anxiety Disorder, and Adjustment Disorder. While she doesn’t have a gruesome story of beatings, sexual abuse, or being deployed to a war zone, Brooke's story is not unique. She grew up feeling unloved and unaccepted by the one person she needed love and acceptance from the most — her mother. From an early age, she was raised with extreme religious beliefs, which caused permanent trauma that became a heavy burden in her own adulthood and motherhood. Today, Brooke is a business owner, single mother, friend to many, and stranger to no one. And she feels lucky to be alive — abundantly blessed to have found her way and to have found what has worked for her: medication, therapy, exercise, friendship, and motherhood. Brooke believes in making the distinction that she lives successfully with mental illness but does not suffer from it.  In this podcast she shares her personal experiences via a candid, no-nonsense, approach, Brooke intends to bring healing to those who may be struggling and awareness to communities at large, so as to stamp out stigma surrounding mental illness once and for all.  --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/disruptingstigma/message

DISRUPTING STIGMA: I want to live!! Brooke Lacey is a 43-year-old adult living successfully with PTSD, Bipolar I, General Anxiety Disorder, and Adjustment Disorder. While she doesn’t have a gruesome story of beatings, sexual abuse, or being deployed to a war zone, Brooke's story is not unique. She grew up feeling unloved and unaccepted by the one person she needed love and acceptance from the most — her mother. From an early age, she was raised with extreme religious beliefs, which caused permanent trauma that became a heavy burden in her own adulthood and motherhood. Today, Brooke is a business owner, single mother, friend to many, and stranger to no one. And she feels lucky to be alive — abundantly blessed to have found her way and to have found what has worked for her: medication, therapy, exercise, friendship, and motherhood. Brooke believes in making the distinction that she lives successfully with mental illness but does not suffer from it.  In this podcast she shares her personal experiences via a candid, no-nonsense, approach, Brooke intends to bring healing to those who may be struggling and awareness to communities at large, so as to stamp out stigma surrounding mental illness once and for all.   --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/disruptingstigma/message

In today's podcast I talk about having general anxiety disorder (GAD) and my feelings and perspectives around it. I hope you enjoy. I'd appreciate if anyone who has any constructive criticism for me regarding how I do my podcasts to make a comment. Thank you.

In this episode we talk with Rebecca Lomeland LMHC, from Lacamas Counseling about anxiety. We talk about what anxiety really is, how it effects our physical bodies, dispel myths, and get practical strategies to help our children or loved ones cope with their anxiety. Learn how the fire department gets dispatched during an anxious moment, and why we become slippery when bears attack!To apply to work with us, or more information on Being UnNormal check out our website at www.beingunnormal.comFollow us on social media!Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/beingunnormalInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/beingunnormalpodcastSupport the show (http://www.pateron.com/beingunnormal)

We’re going deep today. I had the pleasure of interviewing one of my great friends, Kate Brock of Kate’s Whole Life (formerly Nutrition with Kate), today on her struggles with anxiety, the connection between anxiety and nutrition, and the many ways she’s learned to help manage her anxiety through food, therapy, journaling, and many other...Read More »

Alice talks CFS; Underactive Thyroid Disease; doctors who don't listen; General Anxiety Disorder; depression; panic attacks; IBS; radical acceptance & being a mental health advocate! Alice Sickface (Mental Health Worker; Body Positivity Influencer) spent one year with crippling depression (and some confusing health concerns).  Later she was diagnosed with an Underactive Thyroid (after her first doctor shrugged it off MANY times) which was the culprit.  She works in the mental health field yet still struggled with the stigmatization of her own mental health and the necessity for pharmaceuticals to treat her General Anxiety Disorder.   We also talk about: Hypothyroidism, mono (glandular fever), her greatest fear coming true (and her surviving), mental health related tv shows, dyspraxia, CBT, "success", Against Me!, and SO much more! Follow Alice on instagram: @alicesickface SUPPORT via PATREON*: patreon.com/feelinweird/ Buy MERCH: kyeplant.bandcamp.com/ DONATE via Paypal Review, Rate & Subscribe on Apple Podcasts Instagram: @feelinweirdpod Website: www.feelinweird.com Contact: feelinweird@gmail.com Here's a list of EVERY regular & bonus Feelin Weird episode :) *Please consider contributing $5-50/month to support the show (and receive ~100 bonus episodes)

On this episode I share my own struggles with mental illness. I focus on General Anxiety Disorder and Post-Partum Depression. It's important for us to take care of our mental health as much as our physical health! It's okay not to be okay and putting yourself first is the most self-less thing you can do. Thank you for tuning in! Los quiero mucho :) 

Jeffrey Kunkel talks about “Oh my GAD (General Anxiety Disorder)” in this episode of ColdFusion Alive podcast with host Michaela Light. By our nature web developers are prone to anxiety. Web development takes a monumental dedication to continuing education, networking, and being an expert source for many of your coworkers. Learning to manage stress early can […] The post 072 Oh my GAD (General Anxiety Disorder) with Jeffrey Kunkel appeared first on TeraTech.

People that have generalized anxiety disorder aka GAD worry. A lot. About anything and everything. I think about it as worry machine. Something bad might happen, could happen or will happen. In this episode, at look at the condition, symptoms and on-line resources. Paint it life, if you need support contact the National Suicide Prevention Lifeline at 1-800-273-8255, the Trevor Project at 1-866-488-7386 or text “START” to 741-741.   Resources Mentioned:  There is a post on Mindful.org called A Meditation on Working with Anxiety, basically, how to use mindful techniques to try to find the sources of your anxiety. There is an audio recording you can listen to or you can read the transcript. The Conversation on Act Tough and Hide Weakness, how young men see themselves as living up to society standards of manhood. Part of living up to those standards seem to be ignoring mental and emotional health issues. ADAA,org  has a screening test if you suspect you might have GAD. For information and treatment options there is the Generalized Anxiety Disorder page at Helpguide.org, this site is focused on behavioral health treatment and self-treatment options. National Institute of Mental Health page on Generalized Anxiety Disorder: When Worry Gets Out of Control; you can download a PDF pamphlet or ePub version for your Kindle or ePub reading device. In addition to the other sources, Healthline talks about life style changes that might be necessary to treatment your condition. This could mean dialing back on the caffeine or other stimulants. Disclaimer:  Links to other sites are provided for information purposes only and do not constitute endorsements.  Always seek the advice of a qualified health provider with questions you may have regarding a medical or mental health disorder. This blog and podcast is intended for informational and educational purposes only. Nothing in this program is intended to be a substitute for professional psychological, psychiatric or medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment.

Compassion Fatigue Compassion Fatigue, Defender Radio, Editing, Interviewing, print journalism, and General Anxiety Disorder are touched on today with Michael Howie. Defender Radio often takes 30 seconds of outside media, and expands it, with more attention, to 30 minutes. His type of guests include high level Politicians, minor celebrities, Researchers, and Advocates. The intention of the podcast is to give more than what the media has to offer. He talks about the podcast as a self esteem booster. He discusses how the podcast serves as a form of therapy in two ways as he lives with General Anxiety Disorder. He has had multiple episodes on mental health, and has focused much on 'Compassion Fatigue'. Michael also shares some great advice on editing interviews. http://podcasterscoach.com/63

Psalm 46 is a Psalm of Zion, now the completed People of God, the Church, redeemed Jew and Gentile, on earth and in heaven. Verse one inspired Luther’s “A Mighty Fortress is our God” and “the 46th” became a code word in his many times of trouble. He would simply say, the 46th. We read of a great apocalypse, perhaps the very end of the age, as earth gives way, mountains tremble, and all is swallowed up into the heart of the sea, and the faithful proclaim, we will not fear. Yam, the ancient Semitic word, meaning sea, is the name of the Canaanite god of rivers and the sea, transferred into the Hebrew Scriptures as a metaphor for chaos and death. He represents the power of the tempestuous sea, untamed and raging. Also called Nahar ("river"), he additionally ruled floods and related disasters. This is the image behind this turn of phrase. In this tempestuous world, we are God’s refugees, finding a very present help in time of trouble. Because God is our refuge and strength, his refugees pray and sing … WE WILL NOT FEAR. New Testament Cosmology: St. Paul ascribes at the root of what we understand as mere fearful emotions, an evil spirit … "God has not given us a spirit of fear, but of power, of love, and a sound mind" (I Timothy 1:17). While Paul addresses the powers behind fear as demonic, this is not to forgo other therapeutic means of care. We address all of the broken image, spirit, soul and body, in a holistic manner. God works through doctors and psychiatrists as much as exorcists. Spiritual warfare is to be discerned. Anxiety comes in many, specialized forms. In America alone, recent statistics report: General Anxiety Disorder: 6.8 million Panic Disorder: 6 million Social Anxiety Disorder: 15 million Specific Phobias: 19 million Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder: 2.2 million Post-traumatic Stress Disorder: 7.7 million Anxiety disorders affect one in eight children. The spiritual forces behind our fears are addressed by Jesus who prescribes “do not be anxious about your life, what you shall eat or what you shall drink, nor about your body, what you shall put on … Your heavenly Father knows that you need them all. But seek first his kingdom and his righteousness, and all these things shall be yours as well. How shall we hear this without causing more anxiety? The condition of great fear over such is associated with one's little faith, Matthew 6:30. Throughout the Psalter, we're told how others overcame the crippling anxieties of life. "I will bless the Lord at all times, his praise shall continually be in my mouth, my soul shall make her boast in the Lord, the humble shall hear thereof and be glad. O magnify the Lord with me and let us exalt his name for ever. I sought the Lord and he heard me and delivered me from all my fears" Psalm 34. The Mouth of the River of God: "There is a river whose streams make glad the city of God, the holy habitation of the Most High" Psalm 46:4. What river? Not in Jerusalem. Out of your innermost being shall flow rivers of living water – John 7:38 Instead of our lives, being overtaken by fear, plunging us into dark chaotic waters, those who trust in God are made an indestructible heavenly indwelling of the Holy Spirit, God, our strength, poured into our hearts, crying, Abba, Father! The River of God flows within! The Lord of hosts – the Lord of Angel Armies is with us! We have come to the Heavenly Jerusalem – the communion of the Trinity and with all the company of heaven. Surrounded by all the company of heaven, our prayers, our songs, our Psalms, speak to the mountains before us, we cast them into the heart of the sea. The inner-rivers of living waters have overcome the external chaos of Yam, the internal seas of chaos. It is by the Holy Spirit these destructive forces are conquered. Be Still and Know: We must know our God as “with” and “for” us. In Christ, be not afraid. Fr. Michael Flowers

You can develop an excessive startled response via psychological trauma, meaning that you have been assaulted physically, emotionally or mentally. These are just a few suggestions on what you can do to make it easier to experience. Resources Mentioned In the Podcast:    Elaine Aron's Highly Sensitive Person web site.  Kelly O'Laughlin's blog and podcast for sensitive people Introvert Dear's page on  12 Thing A Highly Sensitive Person Needs Mayo Clinic Nutrition Suggestions for General Anxiety Disorder folks. Lifehack.org Foods That Can Increase Your Brain Power. Kimberly Snyder 10 Ways to Combat Depression and Anxiety Through Your Diet Leslie Sansome video on 5 Minute Health Boosting Walk From 3 Mile Calorie Blast    Disclaimer:  Links to other sites are provided for information purposes only and do not constitute endorsements. Always seek the advice of a qualified health provider with questions you may have regarding a medical or mental health disorder. This podcast is intended for informational and educational purposes only. Nothing in this program is intended to be a substitute for professional psychological, psychiatric or medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment

Resources Mentioned: Pain Science Article on Anxiety Grounding Techniques https://www.painscience.com/articles/anxiety.php Healthy Place post on Grounding Techniques http://www.healthyplace.com/blogs/treatinganxiety/2010/09/top-21-anxiety-grounding-techniques Anxiety and Depression Association of America Tips on Anxiety Management http://www.adaa.org/tips-manage-anxiety-and-stress HelpGuide.org article on How to Stop Worrying; maybe best suited for General Anxiety Disorder folks -http://www.helpguide.org/articles/anxiety/how-to-stop-worrying.htm Playlab London's Flowy App for iOS and Android http://www.flowygame.com Links to other sites are provided for information purposes only and do not constitute endorsements. For show notes visit http://anxietyroadpodcast.blogspot.com Always seek the advice of a qualified health provider with questions you may have regarding a medical or mental health disorder. This podcast is intended for informational and educational purposes only. Nothing in this program is intended to be a substitute for professional psychological, psychiatric or medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. 

Both children and adults suffer from General Anxiety Disorder. Understanding how you react to stress will motivate you to learn how to relax under stressful family situations.

In this episode, Kiefer, Dr. Rocky, and Regine Diamond discuss how what you're eating could be having negative effects on your psychological health. Regine Diamond is an experienced psychotherapist based in Florida. She specializes in the treatment of children, adolescents and adults with Obsessive Compulsive Disorder (OCD) and other anxiety disorders (including General Anxiety Disorder, Social Phobia and Trichotillomania). Her past professional experience includes seven (7) years as an associate at the OCD Resource Center of Florida. To learn more, please visit: http://1b.io/ml

Oct 2, 2013 Podcast: Natural UTI remedies, how to detox your liver, can you drink BulletProof Coffee every day, six ways to deal with anxiety, and proven ways to fix muscle cramps. Have a podcast question for Ben? Use the Contact button on the app, call 1-877-209-9439, Skype “pacificfit” or use the “” form... but be prepared to wait - we prioritize audio questions over text questions. ----------------------------------------------------- News Flashes: You can get these News Flashes hot off the presses if you follow Ben on , and . Kinda sad that (I also mention book here) ----------------------------------------------------- Special Announcements: October 4, 6:30pm Pacific: "Get Your Ideal Winter Physique" is next Inner Circle webinar. October 8-16: Ben and Brock will be in Kona. February 6 to March 6, 2014: Want to get into the Perfect Health Diet retreat in Austin, Texas? Ben Greenfield will be presenting at the Feb 6-Mar 6 retreat. If you're looking for a topic we covered in the past - we have released the on iTunes. And of course, this week's top iTunes review - gets some BG Fitness swag straight from Ben - !   ----------------------------------------------------- Listener Q&A: As compiled, edited and sometimes read by , the Ben Greenfield Fitness Podcast "sidekick". Testimonial from Rayne @ 00:26:10I had a break through and wanted to say thank you! After listening to your pod cast I was inspired to get my act together. I've been transitioning to a lower carb eating style with increased fats and moderate protein. It's been going well - lost some weight and body fat %. I'm a relatively large guy, 6'2", 230 lbs, with approx 15%bf. But the true trial came this weekend when I ran the Grand Canyon Rim to Rim to Rim. it's 48 miles and 11000 feet of climbing. I've been running ultras for a number of years and have always used "hammer nutrition" products and consumed around 2-300 calories per hour. For this run I tried something I had never used before (Cardinal sin, I know) I used Ucan super starch, Vespa and a couple of Nut butter packets. I Felt Amazing the entire way. I began to feel sleepy in the final miles so I busted out some sport jelly beans that I had held in reserve and the glucose and caffeine woke me up and I flew out of the Canyon with a total run time of just over 13 hours. For the entire day I consumed just under 200 grams of carbs and approx 88 calories per hour! I never thought that it was possible. Thanks again for your insight and inspiration. Natural UTI Remedies Craig says @ 00:29:53He has a friend who is in her mid-70s who struggles with Urinary Tract Infections. She has tried all the stuff the docs suggested but they still come back. Do you have any ideas? In my response to Craig, I mention the by Christa Orecchio and also the and How To Detox Your Liver Kristopher says @ 00:35:40 Is currently rather healthy (and an ultra runner) but was a chronic hard drug abuser in the past. He just went through a blood test and everything looks ok (except for elevated ALT, Liver Enzymes). Is there something specific he should be looking for or at? Is there a cleanse or detox he should use to minimize or heal the damage he has done to himself. In my reply, I mention the following: - - (use 10% discount code BEN) - - - Can you drink BulletProof Coffee every day? Allie says @ 00:52:12 Do you think it is a good idea to use everyday or should you take a few days off per week and save it for "big days"? Six Ways To Deal With Anxiety Michael says @ 00:58:34What would you recommend for someone with a General Anxiety Disorder and resulting chronic/adrenal fatigue. He is looking for a more natural approach to treating his disorder. He's been on meds and has weened himself off. Then he tried some natural remedies like valarian, st. john's wort, and 5-htp. They've been working pretty well but he is still feeling fatigued. He is looking for supplements, lifestyle advice, or other remedies. In my response to Michael, I recommend: - - - - - -The Brock also mentions: and . Proven Ways To Fix Muscle Cramps Christopher says @ 01:13:13He recently lost a lot of weight, started eating paleo and started racing Ironman. Since then he has been getting a lot of cramps in calves, hamstrings and thighs. Not necessarily while training or racing but when he is asleep. If he flexes his calf hard enough he can cause it to cramp whenever he wants. Is there something he could add into his diet to help? Could it be dehydration? In my response to Christopher, I mention and I mention ----------------------------------------------------- -- And don't forget to go to -- Prior to asking your question, do a search in upper right hand corner of this website for the keywords associated with your question. Many of the questions we receive have already been answered here at Ben Greenfield Fitness! Podcast music from 80s Fitness (Reso Remix) by KOAN Sound. !

Guest: Margaret Wehrenberg, PsyD Host: Leslie P. Lundt, MD Generalized anxiety disorder has been called worry without reason. How do you know when worry is normal and when you do need to treat it? Host Dr. Leslie Lundt welcomes anxiety expert Dr. Margaret Wehrenberg to discuss GAD.