On this episode, I talk about bad role models, the qualities of a bad role model, and how they can keep you stuck in your current limited identity. A role model can be anybody you spend most of your time with as well as actors, artists, or musicians you look up to. The saying: "you are who you hang around," holds a lot of truth to it. The best way I thought ... Show More
Dec 23
341 | My Biggest Life Lessons of 2025: Fatherhood, Focus & Faith
In this episode, I walk through my biggest life lessons from 2025, reflecting on how becoming a parent shook my routine and forced growth in patience, service, and faith. I share practical strategies for managing anxiety and distraction—widening your gaze to improve focus, creati ... Show More
43m 28s
Dec 10
340 | Anxiety Hell to Freedom | My Story
On the episode, I am featured as a guest on the Shift Weight Mastery podcast with Rita Black. We discuss my personal journey through anxiety, health anxiety, depersonalization, agoraphobia and social anxiety. I also share practical strategies like CBT, NLP, habit changes, visuali ... Show More
56m 29s
Nov 20
339 | Breaking the Anxious Identity
<p>This episode dissects the "anxious identity" — how beliefs, values and daily habits (like doomscrolling or bingeing) shape who you are and fuel anxiety.</p>
<p>I explore the higher self versus the lower self, explain how confronting discomfort rewires the brain, and show how s ... Show More
23m 13s
Aug 2024
Conquering the Ego Dragon of Anxiety and Eating Disorders
Hey there, it's Dr. Russ!
*Unfortunately, there’s no video for this podcast episode - audio only!
On this episode of The AnxietyRX Podcast, we're tackling a big one: the tangled web of anxiety, eating disorders, and childhood trauma.
I'm sharing my own story about growing up with ... Show More
50m 47s
Sep 24
The Power of Delusional Self Belief
Have you ever felt like you lost yourself in life? In this episode, I talk about why we all lose ourselves at some point, how society and relationships shape us, and why the path back to your true self is the most important journey you can take.
Feeling stuck? It's time to take ... Show More
18m 18s
Mar 2025
How To Stop Comparing Your Current Self To Your Past Self
<p>Have you ever looked back at an old photo or memory and suddenly felt a pang of jealousy for your past self? Maybe you used to be more motivated, more social, more confident—or at least, that’s the story your brain is telling you. Comparing yourself will destroy your self este ... Show More
35m 50s
Oct 6
4 Harsh Truths About The Game Of Life
What if everything holding you back is something you built yourself? In this episode, I share four hard truths about identity, healing, and the illusion of safety and how facing them head-on can completely change your life. Feeling stuck? It's time to take back control. If you'r ... Show More
15m 47s