Today we're focusing on the anxiety of being rejected, scorned, or judged. And how it’s a prison that keeps you from feeling safe to talk about yourself in real terms. It’s not a diagnosable anxiety disorder – unless you have panic attacks along with that fear. But to me, it’s as real as any of the classic diagnoses that are out there, like OCD or generalize ... Show More
Oct 30
522 SelfWork: Unlocking the Secret to Finding Your Purpose
Finding your purpose. Is that easy? Hard? With the help of the highly-respected Dr. Terrence Roberts, Dr. Margaret repeats his question, "Why are you?"I was lucky enough to have a very special experience this past week. I heard Dr. Terrence Roberts, who was one of the Little Rock ... Show More
25m 9s
Oct 23
521 SelfWork: What Does "Asking For Help" Truly Mean?
Today, Dr. Margaret focuses on what "asking for help" in the context of mental health... actually means.So many will tell you that asking for help reflects weakeness.I’d like to challenge that thought. And I’ve got great help from the little book The Boy, the Mole, the Fox and th ... Show More
21m 58s
Oct 16
520 SelfWork: The Exhilarating Messiness of Grief
Today’s episode of SelfWork was suggested by the last episode of Ted Lasso, in which Rebecca talked about grief and the messy feelings it can bring with it.Rebecca tells Ted, "We laugh, we hurt, we fall, we get back up. We're a mess. And that is… fantastic. Because being messy ju ... Show More
21m 8s
Jan 2022
166 | The Anxiety CHECKLIST | Is This You?
<p>On this episode, I go over the daily expectations of an anxiety sufferer. What is their normal like? How can they begin to break this pattern and strive for a less anxiety filled life? Whether you're struggling with health anxiety, agoraphobia, shame, guilt, trauma or you feel ... Show More
21m 17s
Nov 2022
210 | 3 Eye-Opening Anxiety Truths
<p>On todays episode, I go over 3 big anxiety realizations I experienced when going through anxiety recovery. How does one approach suffering? When we are held back by our fears, what do we need to do? I go over these, and more, on this podcast episode. </p>
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31m 48s
Dec 2020
110 | Anxiety Signs: 5 Ways To Tell
<p>On this episode, I talk about some of the ways you can tell you are suffering from anxiety. These habits, run unconsciously, so recognizing them can be a huge eye opener. I go over these habits and why they keep someone, like my old self, stuck in a chaotic cycle. </p>
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21m 59s
Feb 2024
274 | Health Anxiety in a Nutshell
<p>On today's episode, I walk through Health Anxiety and its origins. How does one manifest this state? What does a day in the life of a sufferer look like? How can one begin to break free? All this, and more, on this important episode. </p>
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34m 25s
Jul 2020
"I just started this...and I am already beginning to see it all somewhat differently"
<p><strong>In today's episode...</strong></p> <p>we will talk about self-punishment, excessive self-criticism, beating yourself up...</p> <p>...does this sound like you?</p> <p>If you have been suffering from social anxiety for a very long time, most likely than not - these have ... Show More
4m 9s
<p><strong data-start="0" data-end="19">In this episode...<br /></strong></p> <p>Are you afraid of what other people think of you? Worried they'll judge you negatively?</p> <p>You're not alone. In this episode, I share my personal journey with the fear of judgment and how it shap ... Show More