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Mar 4
346 | Proven Strategies to Beat Anxiety
In this episode, I explore Aaron Beck’s CBT approach to treating anxiety by changing thoughts to shift emotion. I explain cognitive distortions, core beliefs, the cognitive model (situation → automatic thought → anxiety → avoidance), and practical tools like thought records and t ... Show More
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Feb 25
345 | Why Health Anxiety Is on the Rise
In this episode, I announce the podcast rename to "From Fear to Freedom" and explore why health anxiety has surged since the 1980s and especially after COVID. I explain the body’s fear response, common triggers (distraction, social media, upbringing, lifestyle), and offer practic ... Show More
32m 52s
Feb 18
344 | Overcoming Porn Addiction | Jeremy Lipkowitz
On today's episode, I talk with Jeremy Lipkowitz about his journey from porn addiction to recovery and coaching. We explore the addiction cycle, underlying causes, mindfulness and meditation, building equanimity, and practical strategies for men to regain control, improve relatio ... Show More
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5 Life-Changing Steps to Shift Your Health Anxiety Now
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What Kind Of Anxiety Do I Have? (Episode 002)
<p>Drew and Josh take a whistle-stop tour of some of <strong>the most common forms of anxiety disorder</strong>. The guys take time to explain the difference between regular anxiety that all humans experience, and disordered anxiety which becomes a major life-impacting mental hea ... Show More
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Why Is My Anxiety Worse in the Morning? Here's What You Need to Know
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Aug 2025
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
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How Long Does De-Sensitization Take? (Episode 128)
One of the most common questions we hear from people working through anxiety disorders and OCD is: "How long is this going to take?" In this episode, Drew and Josh tackle the timeline question head-on—but probably not in the way you're expecting.We explore why asking "how long un ... Show More
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Healing from Anxiety Disorders: What Recovery Really Feels Like
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The Anxiety Thinking Trap: The Hidden Reasons You're Still Anxious
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Sep 2025
2 Proven Strategies (and 1 Big Mistake) for Dealing with Anxiety
Have you ever felt anxious for no clear reason, like a vague alarm going off in your mind? You’re not alone. Anxiety has become one of the fastest-growing ailments in America, affecting more than 40 million adults. Rates among young people have doubled in the past decade, and the ... Show More
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May 2025
OMG! Nothing Works For My Anxiety!!! | EP 317
If you've reached the point of declaring "I've tried everything and nothing works for my anxiety," this episode is specifically for you. Many anxiety sufferers fall into this trap and conclude they're uniquely broken or have a special form of anxiety that's resistant to recovery. ... Show More
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Revealing the Surprising Nature of Anxiety Symptoms
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On this episode, I talk about my experiences with health anxiety and agoraphobia. What was my life like? I go over my obsessive habits, my catastrophic thoughts, and the moment I decided to change. We all have to make some sort of sacrifice in order for our circumstances to shift. How far are you willing to go?
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