The way I describe the Distract skill with patients is that there is a problem that needs to be solved, but now ain’t the time.
Feb 11
How to talk with someone intimidating
550. Continuing our two-part series on speaking up at work, this week's episode tackles how to talk with someone intimidating—a boss, professor, or anyone who makes your adrenaline spike. You’ll learn how to recognize dominance signals, mentally humanize scary people, use your ow ... Show More
6m 17s
Feb 4
How to speak up in a meeting
549. Meetings are everywhere—from work and faculty meetings to HOAs and book clubs. But speaking up can feel intimidating, especially if you struggle with social anxiety, perfectionism, or power dynamics. In this episode, we unpack why staying silent feels safer and why it rarely ... Show More
5m 38s
Jan 28
How to deal with the midlife crisis (Reissue)
113. This week, Savvy Psychologist Dr. Ellen Hendriksen channels her best Talking Heads and asks, on behalf of every middle-aged adult: "How did I get here?" Plus, Dr. Hendriksen explains why time seems to fly as we get older. Find Dr. Ellen Hendriksen on Substack. Find a transcr ... Show More
10m 27s
Mar 2023
Dr. Amen: A Revolution in Brain Health
TW: suicide
The Lautners are joined by psychiatrist and 18-time best-selling author, Dr. Amen, who’s on a mission to end the concept of mental illness and talk about brain health. They discuss the Launters’ brain scans from The Amen Clinic, how mental hygiene is equally as impor ... Show More
59m 32s
Nov 2023
The Inner Critic: Exploring JABS in Anxiety
In this episode, I want to introduce you to an acronym I've created called JABS: Judgment, Abandonment, Blame, and Shame, primarily directed inward.
These emotional punches not only impact us but reverberate through our relationships and daily lives.
Anxiety often has roots in un ... Show More
21m 54s
Feb 2024
The S.H.O.U.L.D. Method: Your Path to Inner Child Healing
In this episode of the Anxiety Rx podcast, I want to emphasize something deeply personal and transformative: the importance of reconnecting with your inner child to heal from the deep-seated wounds of anxiety, depression, and other struggles born from childhood trauma.
Using the ... Show More
23m 25s
