Podcasts about Stress management

Jodi opens up about the wave of anxiety that's been hitting her out of nowhere ever since her mom's hospital stay, even though her mom is home and healing. She shares the 3-3-3 grounding rule she just discovered — three things you can see, hear, and move — and the gang compares it to another senses trick. A warm, honest conversation about self-talk, accepting the moment, and learning to manage stress without medication.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Solo Q+A with Brian. 00:48 1. I've been training consistently for 2 years, but my body hasn't changed in months. What am I actually missing? 07:24 2. How do you train hard while also managing stress from work and life? Doesn't intense exercise just add to burnout? 12:59 3. What's your honest take on Ozempic and GLP-1s for weight loss - would you recommend them? 18:07 4. How do you deal with self-doubt when you're about to do something big? Do you ever still feel it? 25:06 5. I keep getting in my own way. I know what to do, but I sabotage myself every time I get close to my goal. What's going on? 30:52 6. How do you handle people online coming after you publicly? 40:41 7. Has doing all the inner work, therapy, retreats, and mindset actually made you happier? Or just more aware of your problems? Timestamps may vary by 2-4 minutes based on your podcast platform. 00:13 Introduction and Overview of the Podcast 00:48 Understanding the Plateau Problem in Fitness 05:06 Misaligned Tracking Metrics in Fitness Goals 07:24 Managing Stress and Intense Training 12:59 The Role of GLP-1s and Ozempic in Weight Loss 18:07 Dealing with Self-Doubt in Challenging Situations 25:06 Understanding Self-Sabotage 30:52 Navigating Negative Feedback 40:41 The Impact of Inner Work on Happiness The Circle Group Mastermind https://briankeanefitness.com/online-mastermind Business Mentorship with Brian https://briankeanefitness.com/mentorship-and-business-coaching

Join us as Tim McDonald shares his inspiring journey through cancer, mental health challenges, and community advocacy. Discover practical tips for managing stress, the power of community, and how writing and podcasting can be therapeutic."We can't control what happens, only how we react."Chapters00:00 Facing the Diagnosis: A Journey Begins01:50 The Power of Community and Advocacy05:33 Mental Health and Survivor Guilt09:28 Finding Purpose Through Writing11:41 Practical Mental Health Strategies15:40 Advice for Navigating Tough Times"Pretending it's not there is not healthy."Other Takeaways*Mental health challenges during cancer treatment*The role of community and support groups in recovery*Writing and podcasting as therapeutic tools*Stress management techniques: walks, reflection, and perspective*The importance of control over reactions, not events*Building advocacy for chronic illness and mental healthSupport the showEnjoy the show and thank you for being here. Please subscribe to stay current and share with a friend who could use this episode.All questions for the host or guest: Email Danica at PodcastsByLanci@gmail.com.This show is brought to you by Living Proof TBI Coaching specializing in recovery for Traumatic Brain Injury Survivors, Families, and CaregiversCRISIS LINE: DIAL 988

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In dieser Episode des Iron Kitchen Podcasts sprechen Daniel Kubik und Carmine Stillitano über ein Thema, das uns alle betrifft aber im deutschen Gesundheitssystem viel zu wenig Beachtung findet: Prävention statt Reparaturmedizin. Die beiden analysieren, warum unser aktuelles System vor allem Krankheiten verwaltet, statt Gesundheit zu fördern, und welche strukturellen Probleme dafür verantwortlich sind. Sie diskutieren die Bedeutung von Ernährung, Stressmanagement, Bewegung und früher genetischer Risikoerkennung, um Krankheiten gar nicht erst entstehen zu lassen. Außerdem sprechen sie über sinnvolle Reformideen, wie Krankenkassen gesunde Lebensweisen incentivieren könnten, welche gesellschaftliche Verantwortung wir tragen und warum ein modernes Gesundheitssystem viel stärker auf Aufklärung und Prävention setzen muss. Eine Episode voller klarer Worte, praktischer Ansätze und visionärer Ideen für ein nachhaltigeres, gesünderes Deutschland.

"Ich habe doch eigentlich alles. Warum bin ich trotzdem so gestresst?" Diese Frage höre ich oft - und die Antwort liegt selten in zu wenig Erfolg, sondern im Versuch, überall gleichzeitig die volle Punktzahl zu erreichen. Wie kannst du also glücklicher und energiegeladener dein Leben leben? Ganz ohne Vergleiche und Druck durch Vergleich? Das erfährst du heute.  -- Wenn dir diese Episode weitergeholfen hat, könnte das hier passend für dich sein: Das Lebensrad: Zum Coaching: https://www.kopfsache.help/coaching/ Zum Buch "Vom Burnout zurück ins Leben": https://amzn.eu/d/dH7Uqhu  Oder lass mir gerne 5* als Bewertung da - kostet dich nichts außer ein paar Minuten und hilft mir sehr. Vielen Dank.  --  Disclaimer: In meinen Angeboten stelle ich dir nach bestem Wissen und Gewissen persönliche Erkenntnisse und Erfahrungen im Bereich Burnoutprävention und Stressmanagement zur Verfügung. Bitte beachte jedoch, dass alle Hinweise zu Gesundheit, Psychologie, Physiologie, Fitness und Wohlbefinden keinesfalls eine persönliche medizinische oder psychologische Beratung, Untersuchung oder Diagnose durch einen approbierten Arzt/Ärztin ersetzen. Wende dich bei gesundheitlichen Fragen oder Beschwerden immer an den Arzt/die Ärztin deines Vertrauens. Insbesondere psychischen Leidenszustände, die stark ausgeprägt sind, sollten immer psychotherapeutisch (oder psychiatrisch) behandelt werden.  

In this episode of Pearls of Wisdom, I explore how to remain present when life feels overwhelmingly busy.Most of us experience periods where there seems to be too much to do, too many responsibilities, and too many demands on our time and energy. During these times, it is easy to become caught up in stress, anxiety, and overwhelm.But what if stress is not caused by the situation itself, but by our response to it!Drawing on both practical tools and inner awareness practices, I explore how we can navigate busy periods with greater ease, clarity, and presence.In this episode, I reflect on:• Why stress is often our response rather than the situation itself• The importance of taking the next step rather than trying to solve everything at once• How the breath can anchor us in the present moment• The role of mantras and simple awareness practices• The power of healthy boundaries and learning to say "no"• Exploring the deeper patterns that make saying "yes" feel necessary• Moving from overwhelm to conscious choiceLife may not always slow down, but we can learn to meet it differently.Because peace is not found when everything is completed.Peace is found in this moment.

Find out your unique sensitivity profile and your current stress levels. Take the HSP Stress Test here: https://trueinnerfreedom.com/hsp-stress-test/  Why do so many highly sensitive people keep falling back into the same stress patterns — even after doing all the "right" things to manage stress? If you're constantly overwhelmed, emotionally drained, overthinking, or feeling responsible for everyone around you, this episode will help you understand why stress relief often feels temporary. You'll discover that not all stress management works at the same level — and why deeper change requires more than just calming your nervous system. Understand the 5 deeper layers of stress management for highly sensitive people Learn why stress keeps returning even when you're actively trying to heal Discover how lifestyle changes, emotional healing, and inner freedom practices can create more lasting peace Listen now to discover which layer of stress management may finally help you break free from recurring overwhelm and create a calmer, more grounded life.   Todd Smith, founder of True Inner Freedom Dreaming of a stress-free, balanced life? Visit https://trueinnerfreedom.com/ and take the HSP Stress Test. Gain clarity on your sensitivity and stress triggers, and book a free 30-minute introductory conversation to explore what's going on for you and see if working together 1:1 might be a fit. Are you a highly sensitive person (HSP) or someone who identifies as hypersensitive or neurodivergent? This podcast is dedicated to helping highly sensitive people (HSPs) navigate overwhelm and stress by using The Work of Byron Katie—a powerful method for questioning stressful thoughts and finding true inner freedom. We dive deep into stress management strategies, coping with stress, and stress relief methods specifically tailored for HSPs. Learn how to manage emotions, especially negative ones, and explore effective stress reduction techniques that go beyond the surface to address the root causes of anxiety and pressure. Whether you're interested in learning how to lower stress, handle stress and pressure, or reduce stress through practical techniques, we provide insights and support based on The Work of Byron Katie. Discover how this transformative approach can help you decrease stress, find inner peace, and create balance in your life. Join us to learn about various coping strategies for stress, all designed to support HSPs in their journey toward emotional well-being.

Are you sitting in the car, staring at the gym doors with a racing heart and a tight stomach?You aren't weak, and you aren't broken. You are experiencing anticipatory anxiety—a completely normal stress response to a perceived threat that doesn't actually exist. In this 10-minute session, Martin (Clinical Hypnotherapist and former Paramedic) helps you interrupt that "core to skull" response and reclaim your confidence.Learn how to signal safety to your vagus nerve through guided breathing and visualization techniques designed to get you out of the car park and into your workout. Whether you're dealing with social anxiety, fear of judgment, or just a "bad day" resistance, this episode provides the immediate tools you need to walk through that door.Inside This Episode[00:00] Sitting in the car park: Understanding the "overreacting" body.[01:19] Finding your quiet place and centering yourself.[01:48] Paramedic Perspective: The difference between real danger and anxiety.[02:38] The Vagus Nerve Reset: Guided 4-2-6 breathing technique.[04:05] Future Self Visualization: Feeling the "quiet pride" of a finished workout.[05:16] Redefining Courage: Why showing up is the hardest part.[06:24] Affirmations for Confidence and Self-Compassion.[08:17] 3 Daily Caring Tips for beating gym intimidation.[09:53] Final encouragement and the "Be Kind" mission.Affirmations for Gym ConfidenceRepeat these internally to settle your nervous system:I am allowed to show up exactly as I am.I do not need to be perfect to deserve to be here.My body is not my enemy; it is trying to protect me. I thank it and gently lead it forward.The only person I am competing with is the version of me who stayed in the car.I choose to walk through the door. The door is the whole victory.3 Daily Caring TipsThe Two-Minute Rule: Give yourself permission to leave after just two minutes. Removing the "trap door" feeling often makes it easier to stay for the whole session.Have a First Task: Don't look at the whole gym. Pick one machine, one stretch, or one lap. The plan kills the overwhelm.Earphones in Early: Put your music or podcast on before you walk through the door. It creates a personal boundary and reminds you that you belong in your own space.Support the Show & Keep GrowingIf this session helped you get through the door today, please Subscribe and Share it with a friend who might be struggling with their own "car park" moments.Go Deeper: Transform your mindset with my 5-Session Clinical Hypnotherapy Program. Get the full course for just $67 and own it for life: calminganxiety.fmFollow Martin: Join our community for daily tips on overcoming panic, anxiety, and stress.Be kind to yourself today. You've already done the hard part.

Die letzten zwei Jahre haben Jörg mehr verändert als viele Jahre zuvor. In dieser sehr persönlichen Folge blickt er auf die wichtigsten Erfahrungen, Entscheidungen und Learnings zurück. Es geht um die Entwicklung der Valuniq AG, die Veränderungen in der Finanzdienstleistung und die Herausforderungen, die mit Wachstum und Verantwortung einhergehen. Jörg spricht darüber, warum große Ziele heute oft an fehlender Umsetzung scheitern, weshalb Menschen immer länger brauchen, um Entscheidungen zu treffen, und warum Großdenken wichtiger geworden ist als jemals zuvor. Außerdem geht es um Führung, Unternehmertum und die Erkenntnis, dass persönliche Entwicklung keine Frage von Wissen, sondern von Entscheidungen ist. Jörg erklärt, warum seine größten Stärken gleichzeitig seine größten Schwächen sind und weshalb erfolgreiche Teams Menschen brauchen, die sich gegenseitig ergänzen. Besonders offen spricht er über Enttäuschungen, Loyalität und die Lektionen, die er aus schwierigen Situationen der vergangenen Jahre mitgenommen hat. Dabei wird deutlich, warum klare Erwartungen, schnelle Entscheidungen und der Mut zur Veränderung entscheidende Erfolgsfaktoren sind. Auch persönliche Themen kommen zur Sprache: der Verlust von James, die Frage nach Glück, Geld und materiellen Zielen sowie die Erkenntnis, dass manche Erfahrungen den Blick auf das Leben dauerhaft verändern. Bewerte diesen Podcast bei iTunes und/oder Spotify und abonniere „KINTZEL MINDSET", wenn du keine weitere Folge mehr verpassen möchtest. __________ Mehr von Jörg: UnternehmenX - Dein Weg zum erfolgreichen Unternehmens­berater: https://linktw.in/qUCMZF ► Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/joergkintzel/ ► YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@joergkintzel ► LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jörg-kintzel-vertrieb-unternehmertum/ ► Homepage: https://joergkintzel.com/ Jörg Kintzel ist Vorstand, selbstständiger Handelsvertreter und Aktionär der Valuniq AG, einer der größten unabhängigen Finanzdienstleister Deutschlands (gem. jährlicher Cash-Rangliste). Gemeinsam mit seiner Frau Birgit Elisabeth Kintzel führt er als Unternehmer und Investor die SVART GmbH, ein Family Office, das verschiedene Beteiligungen an Unternehmen und Start-ups bündelt. Mit der SVART GmbH fördern Jörg und Birgit Elisabeth Kintzel zusammen ganz gezielt Ideen und setzen sie gemeinsam in die Tat um. Über Erfolge wird leider in Deutschland viel zu wenig geredet, dabei hat dieses Land Unglaubliches und auch viele Innovationen zu verbuchen. Darum ist es ihnen ein persönliches Anliegen, ihr Wissen und ihre Finanzkraft in Menschen zu investieren und diese Erfolge sichtbarer und größer zu machen. Denn sie werden zukünftig dazu beitragen, dieses Land nach vorne zu bringen. Impressum: https://joergkintzel.com/impressum/ __________ KINTZEL MINDSET, Jörg Kintzel, Business, Unternehmertum, Wirtschaft, Interviewpodcast, Wirtschaftspodcast, Investor, Geld, Autos, Uhren, Mindset, Family Office, Unternehmer, Performance, Unternehmen gründen, Verkauf, Sales, Start-Up, Vertrieb, Mindset, Erfolg, Persönlichkeitsentwicklung, Selbstbewusstsein, Leadership, Produktivität, Motivation, Karriere, Unternehmertum, Nein sagen, Entscheidungsfindung, Selbstmanagement, Zielsetzung, Selbstreflexion, Kommunikation, Kundenakquise, Zeitmanagement, Selbstvertrauen, Erfolgsstrategien, Verkaufstechniken, Resilienz, Stressmanagement, Mentaltraining, Selbstwirksamkeit, Netzwerken, Innovationsgeist, Business-Strategien, Work-Life-Balance, Weiterbildung

In this episode, our guest is Lori A. Torrini from Behavior Education LLC - she is an animal trainer and behaviorist, wearing multiple expert hats as an educator and animal caretaker who loves to teach. Lori offers assistance to enhance the well-being of the animals in our care, including the solution of complex behavioral issues. Today, she gives us exciting insights into her work with a focus on reptiles and snakes in particular.Learn about Fear Free handling techniques, cooperative care, choice-based interactions, and giving animals agency. It is possible to create and customize unique training programs for both professional contexts and our family life with pets. We also hear about species differences, color vision of snakes, and how to ideally choose our own companion. Enjoy listening!More content for you about Lori´s training, animal behavior, enrichment, and welfare:Loris´ business website: https://www.behavioreducation.org/Visit the Animal Sanctuary website: https://www.spiritkeeperanimalsanctuary.org/Patreon: www.Patreon.com/BehaviorEducation YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/loritorrinianimalbehavior LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/lori-torrini/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/lori.torrini Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/loritorrini/ Lori´s email address: BehaviorEducationLLC@gmail.comWe are always happy about feedback!If you have any comments, suggestions or questions, please email: podcast.daretocare@gmail.com FOLLOW US ON SOCIALS - Instagram: @daretocare_podcast

What if burnout isn't always caused by working too much? I've been falling back into burnout lately, and a lot of people around me have been struggling with it too. So in this throwback episode, we're exploring a lesser-known cause of burnout that rarely gets discussed: a lack of meaning, purpose, connection, engagement, and fulfillment. Most burnout advice focuses on reducing stress, taking breaks, and improving work-life balance... but tons of people are still experiencing chronic fatigue, emotional exhaustion, and low motivation even after taking a break and getting more rest. That's because burnout isn't always about overwork. Sometimes it's about undernourishment. Enter "boreout": the exhaustion that comes from chronic disengagement, lack of purpose, misalignment with your values, and not having enough meaningful experiences, relationships, creativity, or excitement in your life. Tune in to hear about: • The other cause of burnout that most people overlook • Why burnout isn't always caused by stress, overwork, or long hours • How a lack of meaning, purpose, and engagement can create chronic exhaustion • The connection between values misalignment and burnout symptoms • How technology, overstimulation, and constant productivity impact mental health • Why rest alone doesn't always fix burnout • Practical ways to create more energy, joy, creativity, purpose, and fulfillment • How to recover from burnout by building a life that energizes you Sometimes the answer isn't doing less... it's reconnecting with what makes you feel alive.   For advertising and sponsorship inquiries, please contact Frequency Podcast Network. Subscribe to my Substack:teachmehowtoadult.substack.comFollow us on the ‘gram:@teachmehowtoadultmedia@gillian.bernerFollow on TikTok: @teachmehowtoadultSubscribe on YouTube

Stop being the hero, start building heroes.The strongest leaders aren't the ones who solve every problem. They're the ones who develop others to solve problems without them.In this episode, Dex explores why high-achieving professionals often become the bottleneck in their teams, the hidden costs of being indispensable, and five practical ways to build ownership, initiative, accountability, and leadership capacity in others, for a team that excels.-----------------------------------  Resources:Leadership Performance Coaching https://go.dexrandall.com/leadershipDex AI Coach https://app.coachvox.ai/share/dexrandallConfidential. Expert. Free. Your Leadership Performance Partner.For even more TIPS see FACEBOOK: @coachdexrandallINSTAGRAM: @coachdexrandallLINKEDIN: @coachdexrandallYOUTUBE: @dexleadercoachSee https://linktr.ee/coachdexrandall for all links

Some days it feels like everyone wants a piece of you. Your attention. Your time. Your patience. Your energy.This guided meditation offers a gentle space to reconnect with yourself and create healthy boundaries without building walls.Through breath, awareness, and visualization, you'll be invited to notice what is yours to carry and what you can let go.Perfect for caregivers, helpers, parents, people-pleasers, and anyone feeling emotionally drained.When you've given so much to everyone else that you've forgotten about yourself, press play.Send us Fan MailFor those who have reached out asking how to support Adrienne and her family during this time, click here to donate. There is absolutely no expectation—just sincere gratitude.We Didn't Plan For This Special SeriesThis series exists because so many of you reached out and said, “I didn't plan for this either.”If you've gone through a diagnosis, a loss, a life change, a career shift, a divorce, becoming a caregiver, moving, starting over — we want to hear your story.You don't have to have it figured out. You just have to be willing to share honestly.How Yoga Changed My Life a PodcastSend Us Your Stories!If you have a story about how yoga, meditation, breath work, journaling, or movement changed your life, we want to hear from you! These podcasts are really about the same thing — how people move through the seasons of life they didn't plan for, and what helps them along the way.If you'd like to be on the show or share your story:  Fill out our guest form or email us at yogachanged@gmail.com Follow us on TikTok:https://www.tiktok.com/@yogachanged...

What if your business is working on paper, but your body is telling a very different story?In this episode of The Real Women Real Business Podcast, Shauna Lynn Simon sits down with Christina Kantzavelos, a California licensed psychotherapist, writer, chronic illness advocate, and founder of Begin Within Today and WithinMe. After severe Lyme disease and complex chronic illness forced Christina to rebuild her life, identity, and career, she developed a powerful perspective on ambition, burnout, boundaries, and sustainable success.Christina explains how survival mode shows up in high-achieving women, including overfunctioning, people pleasing, perfectionism, freezing, and fawning. She also shares why boundaries can feel impossible to hold when the nervous system does not feel safe, and what it really takes to create a business that supports your health instead of depleting it.Listeners will walk away with practical nervous system tools, a more compassionate lens for burnout recovery, and permission to redefine success in a way that protects their capacity, relationships, and wellbeing.Timestamps:(01:50) - (06:45) - Why survival mode impacts your body, business, and sense of safety(06:46) - (12:35) - Fight, flight, freeze, fawn, and the hidden signs of chronic stress(12:36) - (19:00) - Why boundaries fail when your nervous system is dysregulated(19:01) - (26:30) - Nervous system regulation tools for a normal entrepreneurial day(26:31) - (32:25) - Stress management, journaling, voice notes, and celebrating small wins(32:26) - (47:17) - Chronic illness, identity loss, rest, support, and rebuilding with intentionResources:Book Your FREE Coaching Assessment Call with Shauna Lynn: https://www.aboutshaunalynn.com/coachmeLearn more about the show: AboutShaunaLynn.com/podcastGet 15% off any journal from Begin Within Today (Use code RWRB): https://www.beginwithintoday.com/journalThe Gap and The Gain by Dan Sullivan and Dr. Benjamin Hardy: https://amzn.to/4e6efj7Connect with Christina Kantzavelos:Learn more about Christina: https://www.beginwithintoday.com/Begin Within Today Journal: https://www.beginwithintoday.com/journalWithinMe: https://www.withinmeapp.com/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/beginwithintodayInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/beginwithintoday/YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@BeginwithintodayEmail: hello@beginwithintoday.comChristina P. Kantzavelos, LCSW, is a California licensed psychotherapist, writer, chronic illness advocate, and the founder of Begin Within Today and WithinMe. After developing severe Lyme disease and complex chronic illness while doing humanitarian work overseas, Christina had to rebuild her life, identity, and career from the ground up. Her work now supports people navigating chronic illness, trauma, burnout, identity loss, and nervous system dysregulation through trauma-informed and somatic approaches. Living nomadically between Portugal and Greece, Christina brings a unique perspective to entrepreneurship, resilience, boundaries, and creating meaningful success without sacrificing wellbeing.

Have you ever woken up with a racing heart, a tight chest, or a sudden, overwhelming sense of dread? Whether it hits at 3:00 AM or in the middle of a Tuesday meeting, a panic attack can feel like a medical emergency. In today's episode, we deconstruct the physiology of panic and provide you with the clinical tools to outlast the wave and return to calm.I'm Martin, a clinical hypnotherapist and former paramedic. Having sat with many people in the midst of a physical crisis, I'm here to tell you: your heart is not failing—it is protecting you.Time Chapters00:00 – Identifying the "Full Body Panic Signal" 01:10 – Meet Martin: From Paramedic to Hypnotherapist 02:00 – The Physiology of Panic: Why Adrenaline Makes Your Chest Tight 03:15 – The 3-Minute Rule: Understanding the Biological Half-Life of Adrenaline 03:45 – The "Brake Cable" Breath: Guided Physiological Sigh 05:05 – Shoreline Visualization: Watching the Wave Break 07:45 – Grounding Affirmations for Lasting Calm 08:50 – 3 Daily Caring Tips for Panic Recovery 10:40 – Final Thoughts: Coming Back to the Present Affirmations for Panic RecoveryLet these words land in your body to help signal to your nervous system that the "emergency" is over:“This is a panic attack; I am not in danger.” “My heart is strong; it is working to protect me, not hurt me.” “Adrenaline is clearing from my body with every breath I take.” “The wave is already breaking; I am already returning to calm.” “I have survived every panic attack before this, and I will survive this one too.” 3 Daily Caring TipsName It to Tame It: When symptoms start, say "This is a panic attack" out loud. This shifts brain activity to your prefrontal cortex, the rational side of your mind.Don't Leave the Room: Avoid the urge to flee. Staying in the location teaches your brain that the environment is actually safe, updating your internal "safety map".Rest After, Not Instead Of: A panic attack is physically exhausting. Treat yourself with kindness afterward—hydrate, move gently, and allow for quiet time.A Note From MartinIf you're tired of just "surviving" these moments and are ready to stop them at the source, I invite you to join me for my Anxiety Circuit Breaker Course. It features five focused hypnotherapy sessions designed to help you reclaim your life from the clinical roots of anxiety.You don't have to walk this path alone. You are capable, resilient, and stronger than your anxiety knows.Join the community at calminganxiety.fm In everything you do today, my friend, be kind.

Send us Fan MailSend us Fan MailIn this captivating episode of Living the Dream with Curveball, we welcome the multi-talented Roman Wyden, an award-winning filmmaker, entrepreneur, and life coach. Roman shares his extraordinary journey from his beginnings in Switzerland to his pursuit of acting in the U.S., revealing how his passion for storytelling evolved into a successful career in film and coaching. With an impressive portfolio that includes notable films such as *Ageless Wisdom* and *Defaced Max*, Roman has worked with high-profile clients like Chrysler and is now focusing on projects that inspire change and awareness.Roman opens up about his latest documentary on ADHD, inspired by his son, and the misconceptions surrounding the diagnosis. He challenges the narrative that labels children and discusses the importance of understanding ADHD as a spectrum of behaviors rather than a fixed disorder. Through insightful anecdotes and expert perspectives, Roman emphasizes the need for parents to create supportive environments that nurture their children's unique wiring.Listeners will gain valuable insights into:- The evolution of Roman's career from acting to filmmaking and coaching- The impact of ADHD diagnoses on children and families- Practical strategies for parents to support their children's emotional and mental well-being- The role of stress in shaping behavior and learning- Roman's upcoming projects, including his coaching program for men navigating midlife crisesJoin us for an enlightening conversation that encourages personal growth, understanding, and the pursuit of dreams. For more information on Roman and his work, visit  https://www.adhdisover.comSupport the show

Why do unfinished to-dos keep you stressed, even when doing them would only take a few minutes?Whether it's scheduling an appointment, signing up for a class, returning an item, or sending an email you've been avoiding, unfinished tasks can create mental clutter and drain your energy. These "open loops" follow you around, taking up valuable brain space and making it harder to feel calm and in control.In this episode, you'll learn:Why unfinished tasks create so much stress and overwhelmHow ADHD brains are especially vulnerable to open loopsThe role perfectionism plays in keeping tasks unfinishedHow to use my GEMS system to start closing the loop on lingering to-do list itemsIf you've been struggling with procrastination, mental load, ADHD overwhelm, or a never-ending to-do list, this episode will help you take small, practical steps toward getting things done without creating more stress.Ready to stop scrambling? Book your complimentary Chaos to Calm session.Free Resources:

Discover all of the podcasts in our network, search for specific episodes, get the Optimal Living Daily workbook, and learn more at: OLDPodcast.com. Episode 3427: Holly Jackson explores simple everyday activities that support emotional wellbeing, from gardening and walking in nature to meditation, mindfulness, cleaning, and hobbies. Along with practical suggestions, she highlights research showing how these activities can help regulate cortisol, boost mood-enhancing chemicals, reduce rumination, and encourage a calmer, more balanced state of mind. Read along with the original article(s) here: https://ellymcguinness.com/blog/exercise-as-stress-relief/ Quotes to ponder: "While washing the dishes, one should only be washing the dishes… The fact that I am standing here and washing is a wondrous reality." "Stress is one of those things which accumulates, so whenever you start to feel the tension build-up, take the time to do something you love, have a breather, and clear your mind." "Growing fresh, home-grown fruit and vegetables, and inhaling air while digging, can therefore be hugely beneficial to reducing stress levels." Episode references: Nature Experience Reduces Rumination and Subgenual Prefrontal Cortex Activation: https://www.pnas.org/doi/10.1073/pnas.1510459112 Thich Nhat Hanh — Mindfulness Practice: https://plumvillage.org/about/thich-nhat-hanh Effects of Nature Experience on Cortisol and Stress Response: https://www.frontiersin.org/articles/10.3389/fpsyg.2019.00722/full Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Discover all of the podcasts in our network, search for specific episodes, get the Optimal Living Daily workbook, and learn more at: OLDPodcast.com. Episode 3427: Holly Jackson explores simple everyday activities that support emotional wellbeing, from gardening and walking in nature to meditation, mindfulness, cleaning, and hobbies. Along with practical suggestions, she highlights research showing how these activities can help regulate cortisol, boost mood-enhancing chemicals, reduce rumination, and encourage a calmer, more balanced state of mind. Read along with the original article(s) here: https://ellymcguinness.com/blog/exercise-as-stress-relief/ Quotes to ponder: "While washing the dishes, one should only be washing the dishes… The fact that I am standing here and washing is a wondrous reality." "Stress is one of those things which accumulates, so whenever you start to feel the tension build-up, take the time to do something you love, have a breather, and clear your mind." "Growing fresh, home-grown fruit and vegetables, and inhaling air while digging, can therefore be hugely beneficial to reducing stress levels." Episode references: Nature Experience Reduces Rumination and Subgenual Prefrontal Cortex Activation: https://www.pnas.org/doi/10.1073/pnas.1510459112 Thich Nhat Hanh — Mindfulness Practice: https://plumvillage.org/about/thich-nhat-hanh Effects of Nature Experience on Cortisol and Stress Response: https://www.frontiersin.org/articles/10.3389/fpsyg.2019.00722/full Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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Was unterscheidet Menschen, die ein solides Einkommen erzielen, von denen, die echte finanzielle Freiheit aufbauen? Genau darüber spricht Jörg in dieser Folge mit Melis Elif Dag. Melis hat sich aus schwierigen Verhältnissen heraus ein erfolgreiches Unternehmen aufgebaut und unterstützt heute tausende Frauen dabei, ihre Preise, ihren Wert und ihre Möglichkeiten neu zu denken. Im Gespräch geht es um ihren Weg in die Selbstständigkeit, die Herausforderungen der Anfangszeit und die Entscheidungen, die ihr Wachstum maßgeblich beeinflusst haben. Melis erklärt, warum viele Menschen ihre eigenen Potenziale unterschätzen und weshalb finanzielle Freiheit weit mehr bedeutet als nur Geld auf dem Konto. Außerdem sprechen die beiden über Verkauf, Preisgestaltung und die Frage, warum gerade Frauen sich oft schwer damit tun, ihren eigenen Wert konsequent zu vertreten. Melis teilt ihre Erfahrungen aus der Arbeit mit Unternehmerinnen und erklärt, welche Denkweisen Menschen langfristig wachsen lassen – und welche sie klein halten. Eine Folge über Erfolg, finanzielle Unabhängigkeit und die Entscheidung, größer zu denken als das eigene Umfeld. Bewerte diesen Podcast bei iTunes und/oder Spotify und abonniere „KINTZEL MINDSET", wenn du keine weitere Folge mehr verpassen möchtest. __________ Mehr von Melis: ► Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/meliselif_dag/?hl=de ► Homepage: https://www.melisdag.de Mehr von Jörg: UnternehmenX - Dein Weg zum erfolgreichen Unternehmens­berater: https://linktw.in/qUCMZF ► Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/joergkintzel/ ► YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@joergkintzel ► LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jörg-kintzel-vertrieb-unternehmertum/ ► Homepage: https://joergkintzel.com/ Jörg Kintzel ist Vorstand, selbstständiger Handelsvertreter und Aktionär der Valuniq AG, einer der größten unabhängigen Finanzdienstleister Deutschlands (gem. jährlicher Cash-Rangliste). Gemeinsam mit seiner Frau Birgit Elisabeth Kintzel führt er als Unternehmer und Investor die SVART GmbH, ein Family Office, das verschiedene Beteiligungen an Unternehmen und Start-ups bündelt. Mit der SVART GmbH fördern Jörg und Birgit Elisabeth Kintzel zusammen ganz gezielt Ideen und setzen sie gemeinsam in die Tat um. Über Erfolge wird leider in Deutschland viel zu wenig geredet, dabei hat dieses Land Unglaubliches und auch viele Innovationen zu verbuchen. Darum ist es ihnen ein persönliches Anliegen, ihr Wissen und ihre Finanzkraft in Menschen zu investieren und diese Erfolge sichtbarer und größer zu machen. Denn sie werden zukünftig dazu beitragen, dieses Land nach vorne zu bringen. Impressum: https://joergkintzel.com/impressum/ __________ KINTZEL MINDSET, Jörg Kintzel, Business, Unternehmertum, Wirtschaft, Interviewpodcast, Wirtschaftspodcast, Investor, Geld, Autos, Uhren, Mindset, Family Office, Unternehmer, Performance, Unternehmen gründen, Verkauf, Sales, Start-Up, Vertrieb, Mindset, Erfolg, Persönlichkeitsentwicklung, Selbstbewusstsein, Leadership, Produktivität, Motivation, Karriere, Unternehmertum, Nein sagen, Entscheidungsfindung, Selbstmanagement, Zielsetzung, Selbstreflexion, Kommunikation, Kundenakquise, Zeitmanagement, Selbstvertrauen, Erfolgsstrategien, Verkaufstechniken, Resilienz, Stressmanagement, Mentaltraining, Selbstwirksamkeit, Netzwerken, Innovationsgeist, Business-Strategien, Work-Life-Balance, WeiterbildungFOKUSSIERT - ANALYTISCH - ZIELSTREBIG - MUTIG

Discover all of the podcasts in our network, search for specific episodes, get the Optimal Living Daily workbook, and learn more at:⁠ OLDPodcast.com⁠. Episode 3426: Holly Jackson explains why cortisol isn't simply a “bad” stress hormone, but a vital system that helps the body respond to challenges and maintain energy. By understanding how movement influences cortisol and recovery, readers can learn why the right type and timing of physical activity can support better stress management, mental wellbeing, and overall health. Read along with the original article(s) here:⁠ https://ellymcguinness.com/blog/exercise-as-stress-relief/⁠ Quotes to ponder: "One easy way to remember cortisol's functions is to think of the ‘Caveman' lifestyle." "What gentle to moderate exercise does, is ‘train' the body to resume homeostasis after experiencing high levels of cortisol." "Exercise can help relieve stress when slow movement and deep breathing are incorporated after physical activity." Episode references: University of Nevada:⁠ https://www.unr.edu/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Discover all of the podcasts in our network, search for specific episodes, get the Optimal Living Daily workbook, and learn more at:⁠ OLDPodcast.com⁠. Episode 3426: Holly Jackson explains why cortisol isn't simply a “bad” stress hormone, but a vital system that helps the body respond to challenges and maintain energy. By understanding how movement influences cortisol and recovery, readers can learn why the right type and timing of physical activity can support better stress management, mental wellbeing, and overall health. Read along with the original article(s) here:⁠ https://ellymcguinness.com/blog/exercise-as-stress-relief/⁠ Quotes to ponder: "One easy way to remember cortisol's functions is to think of the ‘Caveman' lifestyle." "What gentle to moderate exercise does, is ‘train' the body to resume homeostasis after experiencing high levels of cortisol." "Exercise can help relieve stress when slow movement and deep breathing are incorporated after physical activity." Episode references: University of Nevada:⁠ https://www.unr.edu/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In this week's episode, I am chatting about what has really been going on behind the scenes and the journey I am taking to come back home to me with specific stress management tools that you can use daily.To work with me via online personal training click here. Follow me on Instagram and Facebook!

In this 10-minute guided meditation, Clinical Hypnotherapist and former paramedic Martin Hewlett helps you gently interrupt the pattern of anxious thinking. Using the metaphor of a settling snow globe, we explore how to stop fighting your thoughts and instead allow your nervous system to find its natural rhythm of peace. Time Chapters00:00 – Understanding the Anxious Mind 00:58 – Introduction by Martin Hewlett 01:29 – Breathing Exercise: The 4-2-6 Technique 03:13 – The Snow Globe Visualization 04:40 – Learning to Let Go and Sink Deeper 06:05 – Affirmations for a Restful Mind 07:13 – 3 Daily Caring Tips for Genuine Relief 09:12 – Coming Back & Awareness 09:53 – Outro & Resources Today's AffirmationsSpeak these silently to yourself to help anchor your mind in the present: My mind is allowed to rest. I do not need to solve anything tonight. My thoughts can pass; I do not have to follow them. I am safe in this moment; this moment is enough. I am coming home to calm. 3 Daily Caring TipsSet the Globe Down: Physically place an object down (like your phone or glasses) while exhaling to signal to your brain that it is safe to release. Give Thoughts a Curfew: Schedule 10 minutes earlier in the evening to write down worries so your brain doesn't feel the need to process them at bedtime. Replace the Loop with a Line: When a thought repeats, interrupt it with one simple, grounding truth: "I am here. I am safe. This will pass." Take the Next StepIf you found relief in today's session, please share this episode with someone who might be struggling with a racing mind. Your support helps us keep these daily sessions free for everyone. For those ready to move beyond the symptoms and break the cycle of anxiety for good, join me in my Anxiety Circuit Breaker Course. It features five focused clinical hypnotherapy sessions designed to rewire your response to stress.Access the Course: calminganxiety.fm Be kind to yourself today.

Most people think business success and personal wellbeing live in separate worlds. Amy Vetter thinks that's exactly why so many leaders are burned out.In this fascinating conversation, Amy Vetter https://www.amyvetter.com/ shares her journey from accountant to partner, from burnout to balance, and from classical violinist to electric rock performer. Along the way, she discovered that fulfillment isn't a "soft skill"...it's a business strategy. In this episode, you'll discover: Why work-life balance is actually a leadership issue  The surprising connection between fulfillment and business results  How burnout often starts long before your career does  Why Gen Z isn't "lazy", they just need something different  The hidden cost of never disconnecting  How learning something new makes you a better leader  Why Amy now plays electric violin from the keynote stage If you've ever wondered whether success has to come at the expense of joy, this conversation might completely change your perspective.Because sometimes the path to better leadership isn't working harder—it's learning how to reconnect with yourself first. Want more from Amy?@amyvettercpa - all socialhttps://www.amyvetter.com/https://www.businessbalancebliss.com/Amy Vetter, CPA, CSP, Yogi, Musician, a dynamic keynote speaker and CEO of The B³ Method Institute. She uniquely blends her expertise as a business leader, CPA, yogi, and wellness practitioner. Through her innovative B³ Method®—Business + Balance = Bliss—and Fulfillment ROITM measurement system, she demonstrates how well-being directly drives business success.  Drawing from over 25 years of finance and technology leadership experience and her training as a certified health and life coach, Amy empowers organizations to achieve sustainable growth through connected leadership. Host of the Breaking Beliefs podcast and author of "Disconnect to Connect," she continues to transform how leaders create thriving, purpose-driven cultures.Anne Bonney your host is a keynote speaker and emcee who helps organizations lead through change by building resilience, emotional intelligence, and courageous communication.

"If You Don't Deal With your Emotions, They Will Deal with You."Join Barbara La Pointe and Dr. Rose Backman for an insightful conversation about emotional health, emotional regulation, stress, trauma, anxiety, grief, anger, and the hidden ways unresolved emotions impact our relationships, physical health, and quality of life.Many people spend years trying to change their circumstances without realizing that unresolved emotions may be influencing their decisions, relationships, energy levels, and overall well-being.In this powerful discussion, Dr. Rose Backman shares practical insights on emotional awareness, healing, personal growth, and creating a healthier relationship with yourself and others.If you've ever struggled with anxiety, stress, emotional overwhelm, trauma recovery, grief, anger, codependency, or relationship challenges, this is a conversation you won't want to miss.Watch now and subscribe to Healing Forward with Barbara La Pointe for more conversations on emotional wellness, healing, resilience, and personal transformation.To book a personal complimentary call with Dr. Rose Backman, simply visit her on FACEBOOK.Join our private Facebook Women's community:Healing Forward: Women Moving Beyond Codependency & Narcissistic Abuse

Busy has become a badge of honor for many of us.In fact, the Urban Dictionary defines “busy” as what people say when they're too overwhelmed to explain what's actually going on. Hmmm, yeah…that feels about right.If there were scout patches for multitasking, overcommitting, and answering texts while standing in line for coffee, a lot of us would have completely run out of room on our sash.We move from task to task, appointment to appointment, often without taking a single breath.This guided meditation is an invitation to pause. To slow down. To reconnect with your breath, your body, and yourself.For the moments when life feels too full and you're moving through your days on autopilot, press play.Send us Fan MailFor those who have reached out asking how to support Adrienne and her family during this time, click here to donate. There is absolutely no expectation—just sincere gratitude.We Didn't Plan For This Special SeriesThis series exists because so many of you reached out and said, “I didn't plan for this either.”If you've gone through a diagnosis, a loss, a life change, a career shift, a divorce, becoming a caregiver, moving, starting over — we want to hear your story.You don't have to have it figured out. You just have to be willing to share honestly.How Yoga Changed My Life a PodcastSend Us Your Stories!If you have a story about how yoga, meditation, breath work, journaling, or movement changed your life, we want to hear from you! These podcasts are really about the same thing — how people move through the seasons of life they didn't plan for, and what helps them along the way.If you'd like to be on the show or share your story:  Fill out our guest form or email us at yogachanged@gmail.com Follow us on TikTok:https://www.tiktok.com/@yogachanged...

Fällt es dir schwer, einen bestimmten Preis zu verlangen? Dann ist diese Folge genau richtig für dich. Jörg spricht offen darüber, wie es war, einen eigenen Stundensatz von 1.500€ festzulegen – und diesen auch konsequent durchzusetzen. Dabei geht es nicht nur um Zahlen, sondern um Selbstbild, Verantwortung und die Frage, welchen Wert man der eigenen Arbeit wirklich gibt. Er nimmt dich mit in den Prozess, wie eine Zusammenarbeit mit ihm aussieht, wie Beratungen aufgebaut sind und warum hohe Preise nicht durch Zufall entstehen, sondern durch Klarheit, Erfahrung und Ergebnisse. Außerdem spricht Jörg über Mitarbeitergehälter und darüber, warum viele Unternehmer zwar hohe Leistung erwarten, aber gleichzeitig ein Problem mit fairer Bezahlung haben. Besonders kritisch sieht er dabei den Gedanken der „Einarbeitungszeit“ – denn auch in dieser Zeit investiert ein Mensch bereits seine Energie, Zeit und Arbeitskraft. Ein weiterer Schwerpunkt der Folge: persönliche Entwicklung. Jörg erklärt, warum Wachstum oft genau dann entsteht, wenn du beginnst, deine eigenen Grenzen zu verschieben und Gespräche außerhalb deiner Komfortzone zu führen. Bewerte diesen Podcast bei iTunes und/oder Spotify und abonniere „KINTZEL MINDSET", wenn du keine weitere Folge mehr verpassen möchtest. __________ Mehr von Jörg: UnternehmenX - Dein Weg zum erfolgreichen Unternehmens­berater: https://linktw.in/qUCMZF ► Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/joergkintzel/ ► YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@joergkintzel ► LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jörg-kintzel-vertrieb-unternehmertum/ ► Homepage: https://joergkintzel.com/ Jörg Kintzel ist Vorstand, selbstständiger Handelsvertreter und Aktionär der Valuniq AG, einer der größten unabhängigen Finanzdienstleister Deutschlands (gem. jährlicher Cash-Rangliste). Gemeinsam mit seiner Frau Birgit Elisabeth Kintzel führt er als Unternehmer und Investor die SVART GmbH, ein Family Office, das verschiedene Beteiligungen an Unternehmen und Start-ups bündelt. Mit der SVART GmbH fördern Jörg und Birgit Elisabeth Kintzel zusammen ganz gezielt Ideen und setzen sie gemeinsam in die Tat um. Über Erfolge wird leider in Deutschland viel zu wenig geredet, dabei hat dieses Land Unglaubliches und auch viele Innovationen zu verbuchen. Darum ist es ihnen ein persönliches Anliegen, ihr Wissen und ihre Finanzkraft in Menschen zu investieren und diese Erfolge sichtbarer und größer zu machen. Denn sie werden zukünftig dazu beitragen, dieses Land nach vorne zu bringen. Impressum: https://joergkintzel.com/impressum/ __________ KINTZEL MINDSET, Jörg Kintzel, Business, Unternehmertum, Wirtschaft, Interviewpodcast, Wirtschaftspodcast, Investor, Geld, Autos, Uhren, Mindset, Family Office, Unternehmer, Performance, Unternehmen gründen, Verkauf, Sales, Start-Up, Vertrieb, Mindset, Erfolg, Persönlichkeitsentwicklung, Selbstbewusstsein, Leadership, Produktivität, Motivation, Karriere, Unternehmertum, Nein sagen, Entscheidungsfindung, Selbstmanagement, Zielsetzung, Selbstreflexion, Kommunikation, Kundenakquise, Zeitmanagement, Selbstvertrauen, Erfolgsstrategien, Verkaufstechniken, Resilienz, Stressmanagement, Mentaltraining, Selbstwirksamkeit, Netzwerken, Innovationsgeist, Business-Strategien, Work-Life-Balance, Weiterbildung

Are you feeling "on edge," disconnected, or physically tense? Today's episode is a direct invitation to come home to yourself. In just 10 minutes, we use a targeted body scan to calm your nervous system, helping you move from a state of "bracing" into deep nervous system regulation.What You'll Learn in This SessionPhysiological Sighing: A clinical-grade "hack" to lower cortisol in seconds.Somatic Grounding: Techniques to anchor your awareness and create a felt sense of safety.Vagus Nerve Activation: How to use your breath to signal peace to your brain.The Gift of Presence: A guided journey to honor exactly who you are, without the need to "fix" anything.Timestamps for Navigation0:00 – Why feeling safe in your body is the first step to recovery.1:18 – The Physiological Sigh: Your fastest tool for down-regulation.2:10 – Beginning the 10-Minute Body Scan (Feet to Hips).5:50 – Visualizing your internal sanctuary and vagus nerve reset.8:40 – 3 Daily Caring Tips for mental fitness.9:50 – Integration and coming back to the room.Resources & LinksMaster the Course: Deepen your journey at CalmingAnxiety.fm.Podcast Website: Find full transcripts and more "Anxiety Breaker" resources here.Support the Show: If this helped you find peace, please subscribe and leave a review. Your support helps this "Little Acorn" grow.

In this episode, Pastor Q discusses why so many leaders feel overwhelmed by urgency and constant demands. He explains the difference between what is truly urgent and what simply feels urgent, emphasizing the importance of setting priorities before the day begins. Leaders who lack clarity often live in reaction mode, allowing interruptions to control their focus and energy. Pastor Q encourages leaders to replace panic with clarity by identifying their top priorities and focusing on the next right thing. While you can't control everything that comes at you, you can control what gets your attention. Effective leadership isn't about doing everything—it's about focusing on what matters most.

In Part 2 of our powerful conversation with Dat Tran from Dat Purpose LLC, we continue to break down The 5 Skills of Stress Resiliency and dive deeper into the connection between ambition, stress, presence, and resilience. In a world filled with constant notifications, distractions, and nonstop pressure, Dat challenges leaders to rethink what it truly means to be mentally strong. Rather than running from stress, resilient leaders intentionally create evidence that proves they can stay grounded, focused, and emotionally available when life demands the most from them. Highlights include:  Why constant busyness trains the mind to avoid presence. Create evidence as, “Anyone can be present when life is good. The strongest stay present when life is uncomfortable.” The connection between ambition, burnout, and emotional capacity. How corporate ambition is outpacing employees' ability to handle stress. Why resilience is becoming the defining advantage in leadership and performance. The importance of showing up fully for family, relationships, and teams. Sustainable success is no longer about who can work the longest or move the fastest—it is about who can remain present, emotionally regulated, and resilient under pressure.  Resilience is no longer optional—it is the competitive advantage for modern leaders. As Dat powerfully states, “We're now in the age of survival of the most resilient.”   Visit datstresscoach.com/and sign up for his newsletter   Timestamps for Part B: Soothe = Being Present 27:11 (or whatever it will be in part 2)  Stress Management is a Myth 37:21 AI Impact on Stress 41:36

Send us Fan MailWhy do so many women struggle with emotional eating, body image, and feeling disconnected from themselves—especially during times of stress, heartbreak, or hormonal change?In this powerful conversation, Sara Davison is joined by emotional eating expert and body freedom coach Amber Romaniuk to uncover the deeper roots of food struggles, self-worth, and hormonal health.Amber shares her personal journey from childhood bullying, binge eating, and food addiction to healing her relationship with food and helping thousands of women reclaim their confidence and well-being. Together, they explore how unresolved emotional pain, low self-worth, stress hormones, and hormonal imbalances can fuel emotional eating and self-sabotaging behaviours.You'll discover: The difference between emotional eating, overeating, and binge eating  How childhood experiences can shape your relationship with food  Why self-worth is at the core of lasting healing  The surprising role cortisol, progesterone, and other hormones play in cravings and mood  How hormonal changes can impact relationships, emotions, and decision-making  Practical tools to break emotional eating patterns and build healthier coping strategies  What "Body Freedom" really means and how to achieve it If you've ever found yourself reaching for food to cope with stress, heartbreak, anxiety, or overwhelm, this episode offers valuable insights and hope for lasting change.Connect with Amber Romaniuk: Website: amberapproved.ca Podcast: The No Sugarcoating Podcast Instagram: @amberromaniukSupport the showFind more information and resources here: http://saradavison.com/Follow me on social media►Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/saradavisondivorcecoach/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/SaraDavisonDivorceCoachTwitter: https://twitter.com/SDDivorceCoachLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/sara-davison-742b453/

Have you ever looked at your unfinished dreams, growing to-do list, or half-finished projects and wondered, "Why can't I get it together?"In this episode of Healing Her Halo, Patience Murray explores a powerful possibility: what if you're not lazy at all?Drawing from her journey as a survivor, mother, entrepreneur, artist, and woman navigating healing, Patience unpacks what research says about procrastination, burnout, fear, and motivation. You'll learn why your brain may be trying to protect you, how trauma and stress affect your ability to take action, and practical ways to start moving forward without shaming yourself in the process.If you've been feeling stuck, overwhelmed, exhausted, or discouraged, this episode is your reminder that healing and progress can coexist—and that small steps still count.In this episode, you'll learn: ✨ Why procrastination is often emotional, not logistical ✨ The difference between burnout and laziness ✨ How fear can disguise itself as lack of motivation ✨ Why self-compassion creates more momentum than self-criticism ✨ A simple strategy to start making progress todayMaybe you're not lazy. Maybe you're carrying more than you realize.#HealingHerHalo, #Procrastination, #BurnoutRecovery, #MentalHealthAwareness, #HealingJourney, #SelfGrowth, #PersonalDevelopment, #MotivationMonday, #MindsetShift, #OvercomingFear, #TraumaHealing, #WomenWhoHeal, #SelfCompassion, #EmotionalWellness, #BurnoutAwareness, #FaithOverFear, #ChristianWomen, #Resilience, #InnerHealing, #WomenEmpowerment, #HealingPodcast, #MentalHealthMatters, #NervousSystemHealing, #OvercomingTrauma, #ProductivityTips, #SelfImprovement, #PurposeDrivenLife, #HealingCommunity, #PodcastForWomen, #PersonalGrowthJourney, #MindsetMatters, #InspirationDaily, #MotivationalPodcast, #WomenSupportingWomen, #HealingThroughFaith, #StressManagement, #LifeAfterTrauma, #SurvivorStory, #GrowthMindset, #YouAreNotLazy,Send us Fan Mail

Susi Amendola ERYT500 & C-IAYT created Yoga Now in 1983, and has taught weekly Yoga classes and trained thousands of Yoga teachers both locally and nationally for over 40 years.With her expertise in both the ancient practices of Himalayan Hatha Yoga as well as within the western medical world, Susi's teachings and classes are unlike anything else you will find. She recently published her first book: The Centered Heart!As the National Director and Senior Trainer of Stress Management for Ornish Lifestyle Medicine, Susi served for more than 30 years in the program for reversing heart disease without drugs or surgery by including Yoga as part of a multi-dimensional approach to healing. She traveled extensively to train and mentor hospital teams in delivering this intervention covered by Medicare under the guidelines of Intensive Cardiac Rehab. Susi has been an esteemed guest speaker and presenter at many conferences, businesses, and symposiums on health and wellness. She has also published hundreds of articles through Ornish Lifestyle Medicine on the uses and benefits of Yoga. 

What if the secret to fewer power struggles, better behavior, and a stronger connection with your child isn't another parenting hack—but play?In this episode of The Running Wine Mom, Samantha sits down with licensed therapist, registered play therapist, professor, podcast host, and author Dr. Kim Van Dusen to discuss her new book, Parenting Through Play. Together, they unpack why play is one of the most overlooked parenting tools, how it helps children communicate emotions, and practical ways parents can use playful strategies to navigate tantrums, sibling conflicts, picky eating, transitions, and everyday family stress. Dr. Kim shares the science behind play therapy, the inspiration behind becoming The Parentologist, and why connection—not punishment—is often the missing piece when parents feel stuck. She also offers simple play-based techniques that can be implemented immediately, even by busy, exhausted parents.Whether you're raising toddlers, navigating the tween years, or supporting a neurodivergent child, this conversation is packed with practical tools that can help bring more peace and connection into your home. In This Episode: Why play is a child's primary language  The difference between connection-based parenting and permissive parenting  How playful parenting reduces power struggles and tantrums  Strategies for picky eaters and difficult transitions  The "Do-Over Method" for correcting behavior without shame  How play supports children with ADHD, autism, and sensory differences  Practical ways to strengthen parent-child connection in under five minutes  Why discipline works better when it's built on trust and attachment  Behind-the-scenes of writing Parenting Through Play Lessons from nearly 20 years as a child therapist and play therapist Connect with Dr. Kim Van DusenWebsite: The ParentologistInstagram: @theparentologistPodcast: The Parentologist PodcastBook: Parenting Through Play

Welcome to the Mind-Blowing Happiness® Podcast, a space for self-awareness, self-leadership, and sustainable joy. In this solo episode, Trish Ahjel Roberts dives into Step 5 of the Mind-Blowing Happiness® framework: Transforming Anger to Peace.Trish reflects on:The real meaning of anger3 Facts about anger that you won't be able to denyAn easy technique to transform your anger without repressing it.   Each month this season, we'll explore one step to Mind-Blowing Happiness®, offering reflections, embodiment, and wisdom to support your personal growth and self-leadership from the inside out.✨This week's reflections:Which variation of anger's 7 Cranky Cousins shows up most in your life? Is it disappointment, annoyance, frustration, jealousy, impatience, guilt, or resentment?What emotions might be hiding underneath your anger? Is it pain, shame, fear, powerlessness, sadness, or something else? How does your ego show up in all of that?What would become possible if you redirected that energy toward peace, purpose, healing, or connection?✨Learn about upcoming events, membership, and how you can work with Trish at MindBlowingHappiness.com✨ Next episode: Generosity. We'll dive into what it means to share the gifts and talents that are uniquely yours.Follow @MindBlowingHappiness on Instagram and connect with Trish Ahjel Roberts on LinkedIn and Facebook.ep66/s6/ep5

Good morning, my friends. Let's take a breath together… In through the nose…  and out through the mouth. Today, I want to talk about something we all wrestle with quietly, privately, sometimes without even realizing it. That invisible little bubble we build around ourselves called "the comfort zone", and listen… comfort zones aren't bad. They're familiar. Predictable. Safe. They're the routines we know, the habits we've mastered, the identities we've worn for years. But here's the truth we don't always want to admit: Comfort zones feel safe… until they start feeling small.Why stepping out feels so hard Your brain is wired for efficiency, not growth. It loves patterns. It loves certainty.  It loves knowing exactly what's going to happen next. So when you try to step outside that bubble even for something good your brain throws up alarms.“Hey… this is new.”  “This is uncomfortable.”  “Let's go back to what we know.”And that's not weakness. That's not laziness. That's not a character flaw. That's biology.But here's the beautiful part: You can train your brain to handle discomfort. You can build courage the same way you build muscle through repetition, through exposure, through movement.Movement as the training ground for courage This is why I love fitness. Not because of the aesthetics. Not because of the numbers. But because movement is one of the safest, most accessible ways to practice stepping out of your comfort zone.Think about it, when you push for one more rep…  Your brain learns, “I can do hard things.” When you try a new class or a new exercise…  Your brain learns, “I can be a beginner.” When you go for a walk even when you don't feel like it…  Your brain learns, “I can act without motivation.” When your heart rate rises and you stay with it…  Your brain learns, “Discomfort isn't danger.” Every time you move, you're not just training your body, you're training your mindset. Movement becomes a daily rehearsal for bravery. There was a time not too long ago when I avoided something simply because it felt unfamiliar. Not because I couldn't do it. Not because it was impossible. Just because it was new and because I didn't want to be "seen" because I felt so self-conscious teaching a group movement class (body dysmorphia sucks let me tell you)And the moment I finally stepped into it, I realized something powerful: The fear wasn't about the task. It was about the identity shift. Trying something new forces you to say, “I'm willing to be someone I haven't been yet.” and that's uncomfortable. But it's also where growth lives! then I began getting all the positive feedback and the classes were an instant hit which was everything to me to know people felt welcomed and had found value in the way I taught the class...Grounding Moment Time! Let's pause here. Wherever you are, sitting, standing, driving, walking, just take a moment to feel your feet on the ground. Feel your breath. Feel your body. Feel yourself arriving in this moment.Now ask yourself gently, without judgment: Where have I been playing small? Where have I been choosing comfort over growth? Where have I been waiting for the “right moment” to try something new? And now… offer yourself compassion. Because you're human and humans grow slowly, steadily, bravely, one step at a time.Your Monday Morning Brew Challenge Today, I want you to do one small thing that nudges you out of your comfort zone.Not a leap. Not a reinvention. Just a nudge.Maybe it's a 5‑minute walk before a tough meeting.  Maybe it's trying a new exercise.  Maybe it's saying yes to something that scares you a little.  Maybe it's saying no to something that drains you.Whatever it is, let movement be your warm‑up.  Let your body remind your brain:  “I can do hard things. I can handle discomfort. I can grow.”You don't have to break out of your comfort zone in one dramatic moment. You don't have to flip your life upside down. You don't have to become fearless. You just have to step. One small, intentional step and every step teaches your brain that you're capable of more than you think.So here's to courage. Here's to growth. Here's to the tiny, powerful choices that shape who we become. Have a strong, grounded Monday, my friends.  Let's keep moving forward together. like my Dad says "nunca des un paso atras, ni para impulso" which means "never take 1 step back, not even for a boost forward"... Thank you for taking time out of your day to spend it with me and I really do hope you enjoyed today's Monday morning brew series. If today's message helped you, share it with someone who might need it. Stay present, stay consistent, and keep building the identity you want to live in. Remember that You're capable, you're resilient, and you're not alone in this journey. Be a kind human, let us continue to help, let us continue to lift each-other up whenever possible... and remember that when it seems really dark when things are really tough... look for the helpers and always strive to be the change you want to see in the world... As always, take care of yourself, take care of your body, take care of your mind... I'll see you in the next episode!Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/fittalk-with-coach-luis--3261827/support.TEAM LTP:My IG: @livetoprogressVoice-over credits

In today's episode, Gina responds to a listener question regarding grief and anxiety. Gina offers strategies for coping with the generally disturbing combination of grief and anxiety, particularly in the case of losing someone close to you. Gina underlines the particular emotions that are exhibited when experiencing grief as well as techniques that can be used to enhance and maintain support and self-care.Stillpoint Fridays is my once-a-week Friday note — a slower, more personal reflection that's different from what I share on the podcast.If you'd like a quiet place to land as the week winds down, you can join here: http://eepurl.com/bR2F9P or on our website anxietycoachespodcast.com and sign up for the newsletter.Please visit our Sponsor Page to find all the links and codes for our awesome sponsors! https://www.theanxietycoachespodcast.com/sponsors/Website https://www.theanxietycoachespodcast.comJoin our community Group Coaching Join our Group Coaching Full or Mini Membership Program1:1 Coaching Learn more about our One-on-One CoachingIf you prefer to listen AD-FREE, try our Supercast premium access membership:Learn more about anxiety What is anxiety?Free Guided Meditation for Calming Your Anxious Mind 10-Minute Body-Scan Meditation for AnxietyQuote:Grief and gratitude are kindred souls, each pointing to the beauty of what is transient and given to us by grace.-PATRICIA CAMPBELL CARLSONChapters0:28 Grief and Anxiety Support3:47 Common Grief Emotions5:48 Facing Fear and Sadness8:17 Physical Effects of Grief10:17 Self-Care and Support13:20 Letting Feelings Flow15:41 Grief and GratitudeSummaryIn this episode we respond to a listener who is dealing with long-term anxiety and the recent death of her older brother. We focus on how grief can intensify anxiety and panic, and we discuss ways to stay supported during this time.We explain that grief is individual and does not follow a fixed timeline. We note that people may grieve differently depending on the relationship, the type of loss, and their own resilience. We also say that grief can apply to many kinds of losses, not only death.We then describe common grief reactions, including shock, numbness, anger, sadness, fear, and anxiety. We mention that physical symptoms can include insomnia, fatigue, and changes in appetite, and we encourage listeners to notice these responses without judging them.We offer practical ways to cope, including meditation, short stress breaks, music, aromatherapy, prayer, and other calming rituals. We also encourage maintaining social support, reaching out to others when needed, and paying attention to sleep, exercise, food, and rest.We close by encouraging journaling, doodling, crying, and other forms of emotional release. We emphasize that allowing feelings to move through can help the nervous system settle and support a return to calm.#Grief, #Anxiety, #PanicAttack, #Loss, #Bereavement, #Mourning, #MentalHealth, #EmotionalWellness, #GriefSupport, #AnxietyRelief, #OvercomingPanic, #ShockAndNumbness, #GriefAnger, #DealingWithSadness, #OvercomingFear, #DealingWithUncertainty, #InsomniaRelief, #Fatigue, #SelfCare, #DailyRoutine, #StressManagement, #StressRelief, #Meditation, #Mindfulness, #StressBreaks, #Aromatherapy, #PetTherapy, #InspirationalQuotes, #SocialSupport, #TherapyWorks, #GriefCoaching, #SupportGroups, #PhysicalHealth, #ExerciseForMentalHealth, #Journaling, #CreativeRelease, #EmotionalExpression, #LetItFlow, #CopingMechanisms, #HealingJourney, #NervousSystemRegulation, #EmotionalRelease, #AnxietyCoachesPodcast #GinaRyan #ACPSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

"Why can't I relax?"If you've ever felt exhausted but unable to switch off, constantly on edge, emotionally reactive, or trapped in a cycle of stress and tension, this episode is for you.In this special podcast episode, Certified Clinical Somatic Educator Heidi Hadley shares an extract from the theory section of her recent Mindful in May LIVE event. Thousands of people worldwide are experiencing overwhelm, information overload, anxiety, uncertainty and persistent muscle tension, yet many do not realise that their nervous system may be spending far too much time in survival mode.In this episode, Heidi explores how chronic stress can influence your posture, breathing, movement, pain levels, emotional wellbeing, sleep quality and overall health. You'll discover why your body may be holding tension in your neck, shoulders, ribs, jaw, hips and back, and why simply stretching or pushing through is often not the solution.You'll learn:✔ Why your nervous system is constantly scanning for safety or danger✔ How modern life keeps many people trapped in survival mode✔ The connection between stress, muscle tension, posture, and pain✔ Why emotional overwhelm often shows up physically in the body✔ How breathing patterns and eye movements influence nervous system regulation✔ Practical strategies to increase resilience, flexibility, and capacity within your nervous system✔ Why your body is not working against you, but trying to protect youThis episode is a powerful reminder that your body is incredibly intelligent and that understanding its signals can transform how you move, feel, and respond to life's challenges.Join The Total Somatics Online MembershipIf you'd like ongoing support with pain relief, posture, movement, nervous system regulation, mindfulness, and emotional wellbeing, I'd love to welcome you into the Total Somatics Online Membership.Membership doors are currently open and close on Saturday 6th June 2026.Visit:TotalSomatics.com/join-now/Inside you'll find hundreds of classes, workshops, mindfulness sessions, educational resources, and personalised tools to help you move with greater ease, reduce pain, improve posture, and support your wellbeing through every season of life.Watch Heidi's TEDx TalkPandiculation: The Natural Solution to Chronic Pain & DiscomfortCLICK THIS LINK TO WATCH: https://youtu.be/hfOe-oiHWDU?si=l2U0-WfZXiJtHWSe

Registered dietitian nutritionist Leyla Muedin discusses the growing interest in biological age versus chronological age and explains that biological aging is modifiable through consistent lifestyle choices. She outlines common measurement tools and biomarkers, including epigenetic clocks (DNA methylation), telomere length, VO2 max, inflammatory markers, grip strength, and muscle mass, noting that genetics account for only about 25–40% of biological aging variation. Key interventions include regular aerobic and resistance exercise, protein-adequate nutrition to preserve muscle and prevent sarcopenia (with whey protein and leucine-rich foods noted), improved sleep, stress management, reducing processed foods and visceral fat, and lowering chronic inflammation (CRP, IL-6). She also reviews hormetic stressors such as sauna use and mentions red/near-infrared light and sun exposure without sunglasses. Leyla shares client examples showing biological age can worsen or improve, and encourages repeat testing after lifestyle changes.

Get In Touch & Support the ShowBecome a Beta Tester (Android): Email Martin at hello@calminganxiety.org. Please ensure you use a Gmail address. Support the GoFundMe Campaign: Celebrate Martin & Support the App Development (Donors receive lifetime premium access to the app!) This isn't a meditation session today, but a deeply personal milestone update and a massive, heartfelt thank you to this incredible community. After six years of the Calming Anxiety podcast, all of your thoughts, tips, and requests have culminated in a project Martin is proudest of: the brand-new Anchored app.Born out of a challenging few months where Martin has been dealing with severe vision loss—meaning no driving or motorbike riding—coding this app has been a labor of love, complete with large yellow text on a black background just so he could see the screen. There is bright light at the end of the tunnel, with NHS surgery booked for next month to restore his sight one eye at a time.The Android version of Anchored is officially ready for closed testing on Google Play, and we need your help to test it out for at least two weeks! It is completely free, with zero catch . iOS development officially begins today, with testing for Apple users opening up in about three to four weeks. The incredible GoFundMe campaign started by this community has already ensured a new Mac is on the way to power this next phase of coding. If you haven't had a chance to donate yet, the link is still live, and all donors will get lifetime access to the premium version of the app as a thank you. Thank you for your immense generosity, your kindness, and for being a part of this journey. Wherever you are listening from in the world today, stay positive, smile often, and remember...Be Kind.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/calming-anxiety-guided-meditation-sleep-hypnosis-panic-attack-relief--4110266/support.Ready for More Calm?Thank you for listening to the Calming Anxiety Podcast, featuring guided meditation, mindfulness, and sleep hypnosis sessions with Martin Hewlett. Our mission is to provide you with proven tools for anxiety relief, stress reduction, and a path toward deep relaxation. Use this episode anytime you need to calm your mind and feel more at ease.

Life is pretty overwhelming right now, and it's affecting the way our brains function. When we can't focus or can't remember things, we typically blame it on things like perimenopause or ADHD – but the literal firehose of data that comes at us every day is an even bigger cause: it's a LOT for our brains to process!Tulsi can help!Truly one of the most versatile and multifaceted herbs on the planet, tulsi is a must-know plant for any herbalist. Its capacity as a nervine is immediately palpable, as it helps us release tension and anxiety without causing any sedation. When taken over the long term, tulsi expresses itself as an adaptogen – helping us to move more easily out of a stress response, back to a comfortable and calm baseline. Tulsi is also very flexible, and can be formulated with lots of other nervines and mental health herbs to create a perfectly personalized formula.Some of our favorite herbs to pair with tulsi include:Ground ivy – for moving the lymph in your head (ear/nose/throat) – and maybe even the glymph in your brain!Elderflower – for draining stuck fluids from the head, and for releasing tense heatGinkgo – for increasing blood flow to the brain and protecting the health of nervesRosemary – for cutting through the fog and sharpening the mindPeppermint – for a breath of cool air moving through your mind, and for releasing tension held in the bellyStill feeling stressed? Check out our new Stress Management course! Learn all about adaptogens, nervines, restoratives, and herbs to lift your spirits in this inexpensive, focused course. It covers everything you need to get through stressful times – and to help the ones you love, too!Like all our offerings, this is a self-paced online video course, which comes with free access to twice-weekly live Q&A sessions, lifetime access to current & future course material, twice-weekly live Q&A sessions with us, open discussion threads integrated in each lesson, an active student community, study guides, quizzes & capstone assignments, and more!PS: If you're in the Boston area, check out Herbstalk on June 6th & 7th! Ryn will be teaching a class there on Affordable Analogues for Expensive Herbs, and the conference as a whole is very much worth visiting. It's the last Herbstalk ever, so don't miss it!If you have a moment, it would help us a lot if you could subscribe, rate, & review our podcast wherever you listen. This helps others find us more easily. Thank you!!Our theme music is “Wings” by Nicolai Heidlas.Support the showYou can find all of our online herbalism courses at online.commonwealthherbs.com!

214 If you've ever felt unloved, unseen, or emotionally unmet in your relationship…even while knowing your partner probably does care about you… this episode is a must listen.In the last episode, we talked about emotional agency and the 3 core layers that shape emotional well-being for highly sensitive people. In this episode, we dive much deeper into one of those layers, which tends to be one of the biggest hidden struggles I see highly sensitive people carry into relationships without even realizing it:The painful self-worth patterns and deeper “heart wound” that sit beneath feeling unloved.This is a conversation that Todd Smith, from the Stress Management for Highly Sensitive People Podcast, and I recorded for his podcast, and I decided to share it here because it's such a deep, compassionate, validating, and hopeful conversation.In it we explore:why HSPs can feel unloved even when they have a good partner who does really love themThe "heart wound", and something I call “care distortion”, and how they affect a marriagehow childhood conditioning and being told you're “too sensitive” impacts self-worthwhy reassurance from your partner never fully resolves the deeper painhow emotional patterns, thoughts, and the nervous system all work together to help you feel loved or unlovedhow to begin building a more secure, loving relationship with yourself And how that finally opens the door to you feeling the deep love in your relationship you've always wanted to feelI think a lot of you are going to feel deeply seen in this episode.And even more importantly, you will leave feeling hopeful — because these patterns are not permanent, and healing them is not just absolutely possible, but something you can totally excel at as an HSP with the right support. Tune in!SHOW NOTES: Learn more and begin Foundations of Emotional Well-Being for HSPs here. Learn more about the full path of Foundations of Emotional Well-Being for HSPs → Marriage Sanctuary 1:1 here. 

Have you ever woken up under a cloud that wasn't there yesterday? Today's session is specifically designed for those mornings when everything feels a little flat or grey. Rather than forcing a smile or pretending the feeling isn't there, we use gentle, clinical techniques to steadily lift that weight, one breath at a time. Join Martin, a clinical hypnotherapist and former paramedic, for a 10-minute guided shift into a lighter, calmer version of yourself. Support the Anchored AppA massive thank you to everyone who has donated and become a founding member of the Anchored app! Your support is helping us bring this tool to market on both iOS and Android very soon. Founding Member Benefit: Get free lifetime access to all current and future premium content. See the Progress: View app updates and details at CalmingAnxiety.org/anchored. Direct Support: You can also support the project via our GoFundMe link found in the show notes. Episode Chapters00:00 – Intro: Supporting the Anchored App 00:46 – Acknowledging the "Grey" Mornings 01:52 – Guided Breathing: The 3-2-5 Technique 04:14 – Visualization: Setting Down the Heaviness 07:35 – Affirmations for a Shift in Perspective 08:52 – 3 Daily Caring Tips for Mood Elevation 11:15 – Closing & The "Anxiety Breaker" Course Today's AffirmationsRepeat these slowly, allowing that small part of you that believes them to lead the way: I am allowed to feel better than this. My mood is not permanent; I am already shifting. I have come through hard days before; I know how to do this. There is goodness in today; I am open to finding it. I choose right now to be gentle with myself. 3 Daily Caring TipsMotion Follows Mood: If you feel low, move for just five minutes. Whether it's a walk, a stretch, or a kitchen dance, movement shifts your neurochemistry in ways nothing else can. The Sunlight Signal: Face natural light for five minutes today. Even on a grey day, this regulates your circadian rhythm and nudges serotonin production. The "One Good Thing" Rule: Don't worry about a long list. Just find one small thing that is okay—a decent coffee or a song you love. It's the first brick in a better day. More from MartinIf you're looking for a deeper shift, my Anxiety Breaker Course is available at calminganxiety.fm. It features five guided hypnotherapy sessions for lifetime access for just $67. Thank you for trusting me with your time today. Remember to smile often when you see yourself, and in everything you do, be kind.

Life in your 40s can hit hard, and if you're feeling the weight of it all right now, you are not alone. In this episode, Abby gets real and personal about a difficult situation she's been navigating with one of her kids, and how the stress of it has started to feel like so much more than just "situational anxiety." Between caring for our families, keeping up with the house, showing up at work, and being everyone else's emotional rock, it can feel impossible to also take care of ourselves. But here's the thing: it IS possible, and it looks different for everyone.Key Topics Covered:What situational anxiety actually is and how it can slowly start to feel all-encompassing.Why our 40s often bring a wave of hard life events, for us and the people we love most.Amy's observation about why Abby handles stress better than almost anyone she knows.The difference between situations we can't avoid and ones where we actually do have a choice.Practical things we do to take care of ourselves when life feels overwhelming.Why our brains crave predictability and what to do when life refuses to give us that.LINKS AND RESOURCES:BETTERHELP: 10% off first month at: http://betterhelp.com/herselfHERSELF PATREON: https://www.patreon.com/herselfpodcastINFRARED SAUNA: https://amzlink.to/az05Rg8T8ZNO5 Let's connect!HERSELF INSTAGRAM: http://instagram.com/herselfpodcastMEET AMY: http://instagram.com/ameskieferMEET ABBY: http://instagram.com/abbyrosegreenThis episode was brought to you by the Pivot Ball Change Network.

Waking up with a thousand things to do but finding your body simply refuses to move? This isn't laziness—it's functional freeze, a survival response triggered by a dysregulated nervous system. In this 10-minute session, clinical hypnotherapist and former paramedic Martin Hewlett guides you through a science-backed nervous system reset to help you move from "stuck" to "flow."In this episode, you will experience:The Physiological Sigh: A specific breathing technique to signal immediate safety to your brain and offload excess carbon dioxide.Somatic Tracking Scan: A guided body scan to identify where you are holding tension and "breathe into the space" to release it.Neural Buffer Visualization: Use powerful imagery to build a protective shield against the judgments and pressures of others.Active Calm Affirmations: Re-wire your mindset with repetitions focused on inherent value and burnout recovery.Whether you are struggling with procrastination anxiety, high-performer burnout, or simply feeling "braced against the world," this session provides the vagus nerve toning and emotional regulation tools you need to reclaim your momentum.3 Daily Tips for a Calmer Life:The 5-Minute Win: How to use the "antidote to anxiety" to break procrastination.The Blue Object Search: A simple grounding technique for when your thoughts begin to race.Supportive Touch: Using physical anchors to remind your body it is safe.Support the Show: Love the podcast? Join our Supporters Group for just $5 a month to enjoy an ad-free experience and help keep this show on the road. [Link to Supporters Group]Take care of you. Smile at your reflection. And above all, be kind to your beautiful soul.

Anxiety often lives within the speed of things—the rush of a thought before it is finished or a worry arriving before the last has settled. Today, we slow down to catch the moment that is already here. I am your host, Martin, clinical hypnotherapist and former paramedic, welcoming you to your daily 10 minutes of guided stillness.I am incredibly excited to share that I am building the Anchored app for iOS. This will be a dedicated, beautiful home for everything this podcast stands for—breathwork, sessions, and hypnotherapy tools right in your pocket.Support the Build & Become a Founding Member To make this a reality, a friend has set up a GoFundMe campaign to help me acquire the equipment needed to code it. I invite you to be a part of this journey from the very beginning. Every founding member who supports the build will receive lifetime access to premium content, free forever.Support the GoFundMe: https://www.gofundme.com/f/lets-celebrate-martin-and-get-him-a-macbook Learn More & See Screenshots: calminganxiety.org/anchored Today's AffirmationsI live at the pace of my breath, not the pace of my anxiety.I am a collector of moments and today I will find them.I slow down and in slowing down, I find myself.The present moment holds everything I need.Your 3 Daily Caring TipsThe Five-Second Collect: Once today, stop for five seconds and notice something you would normally walk past—the grain of wood or the way the air smells. Name it to yourself; you have collected a moment.Slow the Hands: Pick one everyday action, like making a drink or putting on a coat, and do it slowly and intentionally. This trains your nervous system to find calm within the routine.The Breath Reset: If the day feels too fast, use one "4-2-6" breath (4 in, 2 hold, 6 out) to step back into the present. It was always here; you just need to breathe your way back.Thank you for putting yourself first today.Be Kind Time Chapters00:00 - The speed of anxiety vs. the pace of the moment 00:32 - Welcome to Calming Anxiety 00:49 - The Anchored App: A home for your pocket 01:13 - GoFundMe & Founding Member Lifetime Access 01:54 - Guided Vagus Nerve Breathwork (4-2-6) 04:31 - Visualization: Becoming a "Moment Collector" 07:07 - Affirmations for a Slower Pace 08:27 - 3 Daily Caring Tips 10:36 - Anxiety Breaker Course & Anchored CTA To see the progress of our new home for stillness, visit calminganxiety.org/anchored.

In today's episode, Gina covers an important topic: the help and relief that can be provided through deliberately avoiding anticipating problems, difficulties and catastrophes with out thoughts. The nature of how fixating on worst-case scenarios fails to enhance our safety and intensifies our anxiety and discomfort is discussed. Techniques to help you stop focusing on the inevitability of negative outcomes is included. Add these strategies to your anxiety-relief toolkit today!Stillpoint Fridays is my once-a-week Friday note — a slower, more personal reflection that's different from what I share on the podcast. If you'd like a quiet place to land as the week winds down, you can join here: http://eepurl.com/bR2F9P or on our website anxietycoachespodcast.com and sign up for the newsletter. Please visit our Sponsor Page to find all the links and codes for our awesome sponsors! https://www.theanxietycoachespodcast.com/sponsors/ Website https://www.theanxietycoachespodcast.comJoin our community Group Coaching Join our Group Coaching Full or Mini Membership Program1:1 Coaching Learn more about our One-on-One CoachingIf you prefer to listen AD-FREE, try our Supercast premium access membership: Learn more about anxiety What is anxiety? Free Guided Meditation for Calming Your Anxious Mind 10-Minute Body-Scan Meditation for AnxietyQuote:I've had a great many troubles in my life, most of which never happened.-Mark TwainSummaryIn this episode of the Anxiety Coaches Podcast, we delve into the pervasive habit of mental rehearsal that many anxious individuals engage in, often unconsciously. I share insights on how we tend to fixate on potential troubles—running through endless scenarios in our minds of what could go wrong. A significant focus of our discussion centers around the pitfalls of this "rehearsing trouble" practice, which can include anticipating rejection, imagining illnesses, and preparing for losses that may never occur. This mental activity not only stirs up unnecessary distress but also physically manifests in our bodies, leading to symptoms of anxiety and panic, all triggered by thoughts of events that haven't taken place.I emphasize the need to recognize that this script of catastrophic thinking doesn't serve our well-being. Instead, it often exacerbates feelings of unease and panic over situations that remain purely theoretical in our minds. The brain, in its protective nature, believes that rehearsing these painful scenarios will keep us safe, but I challenge this notion, questioning whether this form of preparation genuinely benefits us or simply weighs us down with borrowed suffering.Throughout our conversation, I share the metaphor of "mental rehearsal of catastrophe," shedding light on how this habit can lead to what I call "nervous system fatigue." The toll it takes on our energy and peace of mind is a significant concern. I reflect on how often we miss out on the present moment in our attempts to prepare for every possible outcome—a loss that may be even more painful than any future hardship itself. While anxiety can make us feel hyper-vigilant, I encourage listeners to find a way to detach from that excessive vigilance that proves exhausting and intrusive.#AnxietyRecovery, #MentalHealth, #Mindfulness, #GinaRyan, #AnxietyCoachesPodcast, #BorrowedSuffering, #Presence, #Resilience, #SelfCare, #MentalWellbeing, #Catastrophizing, #InnerPeace, #OvercomingAnxiety, #NervousSystemHealing, #Grounding, #StressManagement, #EmotionalWellness, #LivingInTheNow, #PositivePsychology, #SelfTrust, #WorryPostponement, #MentalRehearsal, #AnticipatoryAnxiety, #EmotionalRegulation, #MindBodyConnection, #Vagus nerve, #CalmConscious, #StopWorrying, #PanicAttackRecovery, #InnerCalm, #AnxiousMind, #SelfCompassion, #HolisticHealing, #NervousSystemRegulation, #PeaceOfMind, #MentalClarity, #CopingSkills, #PersonalGrowth, #WellnessJourney, #HealingJourney, #MindfulLiving, #OvercomingFear, #PsychologyTips, #CognitiveReframing, #MentalStrength, #InnerStrength, #Tranquility, #HealthAnxiety, #SocialAnxiety, #SelfSoothing #ACPSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.