On part 2 of this anxiety requirements series, I talk about training the mind. The mind that jumps around from one catastrophic thought to the next. We can implement two tactics to settle this untrained dog of a mind: behaviourally and cognitively. You can use your behaviours to settle your stress response and then engage in that internal voice to break nega ... Show More
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
Oct 23
338 | The Pornography Trap | The 7 Stage Addiction Cycle
<p>This episode explores the cycle of addiction—especially pornography—through neuroscience, personal narrative, and practical recovery steps. I explain how dopamine, triggers, and withdrawal create craving, outline a seven-step sequence of addiction, and offer strategies (replac ... Show More
42m 46s
Oct 1
337 | Persevere and Overcome Challenge | Dr. Kate Lund
<p>Dr. Kate Lund joins the Anxiety Project to share her journey from childhood illness to clinical psychologist and author of Step Away: The Keys to Resilient Parenting. We discuss building resilience through small, consistent habits—relaxation responses, journaling, routines, so ... Show More
47m 29s
Mar 2025
Anxiety Recovery: Acceptance Is Better Than Control | EP 314
<p><a target="_blank" href="https://www.buzzsprout.com/twilio/text_messages/2271214/open_sms">Send in a question or comment via text.</a></p><p>When struggling with chronic anxiety or anxiety disorders, our instinct is often to search for ways to control, manage, or eliminate our ... Show More
29m 49s
Feb 2025
How to Manage Stress & Anxiety for Stronger Self-Esteem
<p>In this episode of The Self Esteem and Confidence Mindset Podcast, we tackle one of the biggest challenges to personal growth—stress and anxiety. Whether you're dealing with work pressure, self-doubt, or daily life struggles, learning how to manage stress effectively is ke ... Show More
13m 47s
Aug 29
Anxiety Recovery: Semantics and Choosing Words Wisely (Episode 123)
In this episode, we explore how the language we use to describe our anxiety experiences can either fuel our struggles or support our recovery. We examine the difference between helpful and unhelpful ways of talking about panic attacks, intrusive thoughts, and anxiety symptoms.We ... Show More
47m 49s