Apr 22
350 | How Anxiety Circuits Hijack Your Brain | And What To Do
On today's episode, I break down the brain circuits behind anxiety—the amygdala, hippocampus, prefrontal cortex, and the HPA axis—and show how they create panic, overgeneralization, and sleeplessness. I then explain, in plain terms, why anxiety feels overwhelming and how chronic ... Show More
26m 33s
Apr 15
349 | Healing Trauma and Building A Better Life | Dana Hargus
On todays episode, I speak with Dana Hargus founder of Restore of Ada and we discuss trauma-informed approaches to calm the nervous system, biofeedback strategies, and rebuilding resilience after chronic stress. Dana explains how trauma can affect anyone and why treating the body ... Show More
49m 34s
Apr 8
348 | Why You Can’t Stop Checking Your Body (Health Anxiety Explained)
Today, I break down why people with health anxiety obsessively check their bodies, how that checking fuels a loop of fear and hyper-awareness, and how intolerance of uncertainty and misinterpreting normal sensations keep the cycle going. I outline clear, practical steps to break ... Show More
35m 1s
Mar 2017
Episode 52: Do I Deserve To Get Better, How Do I Know If I Am Bad Enough For Help, On Stage Panic Attack
Okay, my friends! I think this was a great episode. I got to cover some really interesting questions that I am sure apply to many of you out there. Don't forget to check out my TEDx talk at http://duffthepsych.com/tedx. Here are the questions that are covered in this episode: How ... Show More
33m 54s
On this episode, I answer your questions! Todays questions are: can you please talk about the shadow? What is life like for Brad during COVID? And what did an anxiety setback look like for you and what did you do? If you have a question for me, please ask me on YouTube, Instagram, Facebook, or send it directly to my email from unplug anxiety.com. A very powe ... Show More
<p>In this episode, I answer your questions. Thank you for submitting your questions via Instagram. </p><p>Have a question you'd like me to answer on our next Q&A episode? Email me at lisa@drlisacortez.com</p><p><br></p><p><br></p><p>CHECK OUR OUR <a href="https://theanxi ... Show More
<p>In this episode, I talk about one small question to ask yourself that calms your anxious thoughts. </p> <p> Get "The New Mindset Journal", "Single is your Superpower" and "UNBOTHERED" (https://newmindsetwhodis.com/) and Unbothered Candles (<a href="https://unbothered.com/">ht ... Show More