Dr. Rick and Forrest open up the mailbag and answer questions from listeners, many of which focused on anxiety experiences. They start by discussing “dreaded experiences,” and how we can respond when our worst fears come true. Rick then shares how we can respond effectively to feedback, before answering a short question about taking in the good. Forrest and ... Show More
Jun 1
The Gut-Brain Connection: Anxiety, Depression, and Wellness Fads with Dr. Trisha Pasricha
Forrest is joined by neurogastroenterologist Dr. Trisha Pasricha for a conversation about the gut-brain connection, including how gut health impacts our mood and mental health. Dr. Pasricha explains how the gut and the brain communicate, how early gut experiences can shape adult ... Show More
1h 4m
May 25
Right Effort: When to Push and When to Let Go with Yung Pueblo
Forrest is joined by author, meditator, and friend Diego Perez, also known as Yung Pueblo, for a conversation about right effort, the balance between pushing through and letting go, and the death of nuance in the age of social media. They start with Diego’s experience on his rece ... Show More
1h 2m
May 18
Reparenting Yourself: How to Develop Emotional Maturity | Dr. Lindsay Gibson
Dr. Lindsay Gibson joins Forrest to explore how we can reparent ourselves, recover from emotionally immature parenting, and develop greater emotional maturity. They discuss what emotional maturity actually is, the "good enough" parent, the voices we internalize, and how adults ca ... Show More
1h 23m
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
36m 54s
Oct 2025
Ep.473: How Long Does Recovery Take? | Breaking Free from OCD, Anxiety & Stress
How Long Does Recovery Take? | Breaking Free from OCD, Anxiety & StressIn this episode, Matt explains why recovery from OCD and anxiety isn’t about time—it’s about commitment, awareness, and learning to allow emotions. He shares how focusing on “how long it takes” can slow your p ... Show More
10m 59s
Sep 2025
Ep.471: The Path to Peace | Breaking Free from OCD, Anxiety & Stress
The Path to Peace | Breaking Free from OCD, Anxiety & StressIn this episode, Matt explains why real peace doesn’t come from chasing external fixes. Instead, he shares how releasing old emotions and turning inward helps you find lasting stillness within yourself—beyond intrusive t ... Show More
12m 55s
Sep 2025
Stop Sabotaging Your Relationships- Anxious Attachment Trap
I dive into the anxious attachment trap and why it keeps sabotaging relationships. I share the hidden beliefs and behaviors that fuel insecurity, and I break down practical strategies to move toward secure attachment.You’ll learn how to interrupt the cycle, communicate clearly, a ... Show More
21m 37s