On today's episode, I dive into the world of existentialism and why this reflects the anxiety, stress, and confusion you are currently combating. We inhabit a small walled off structure of known territory, surrounded by an ocean of complexity. When too much of this complexity emerges, we switch to threat detection mode. This episode is important to better un ... Show More
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
Dec 2024
668 Feeling Anxious? Small Changes That Can Make a Big Impact
<p dir="ltr">How much anxiety and fear are you walking around with on a daily basis? </p> <p dir="ltr">If you struggle with worry, fear, or anxiety consistently thrumming in the backdrop of your mind, it is worth it for you to take a look at where the roots of these thought patte ... Show More
20m 9s