Anxiety often disguises itself as control, convincing us that micromanaging every detail will keep us safe. In this episode, Rosie shares her own struggle with control, why it never truly works, and how letting go — even slightly — opens space for presence, resilience, and calm.
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How to Hear Yourself Again
From friends to family to social media, everyone seems to have an opinion about what we should do. Dora shares simple practices for tuning out the noise, trusting your instincts, and rebuilding confidence in your own decision-making one small choice at a time. Learn more about yo ... Show More
7m 25s
Jun 15
When Being Right Gets In The Way
Many of us aren't afraid of making mistakes. We're afraid of what those mistakes might say about us. Dora explores how our attachment to being right can quietly limit our ability to learn, connect, and grow. She reflects on why humility isn't a sign of weakness, but one of the mo ... Show More
7m 7s
Jun 14
The Family Given and The Family Chosen, with Diana Hanafy and Lindsey Ingram
Whether we're talking about family, friendship, community, or partnership, most of us want the same thing: to be seen and accepted for who we are. Through stories of coming out, friendship, marriage, and parenthood, Lindsay and Diana reflect on the challenges and joys of finding ... Show More
31m 22s
Oct 2025
Ep 474: Why Trying to “Fix” Anxiety Keeps You Stuck | Breaking Free from OCD, Anxiety & Stress
Why Trying to “Fix” Anxiety Keeps You Stuck | Understanding the Anxiety LoopMost people believe the key to healing from anxiety, panic, or intrusive thoughts is to get rid of them.But what if the harder you try to stop anxiety, the more anxious you actually become?In this episode ... Show More
8m 53s
Nov 2024
2766: Changing Your Story About Anxiety by Shana Olmstead on Mental Health & Emotional Wellbeing
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Episode 2766:
Shana Olmstead discusses how the stories we tell ourselves about anxiety can either reinforce it or help alleviate it ... Show More
9m 20s
Nov 2025
2. Why Am I Always Anxious? (The Threat Response)
In this episode, we explore why people with anxiety disorders often feel anxious most of the day. To understand this, we need to look at the body’s threat response, the system designed to protect us but which can become overactive and misfiring. I talk about how this response fue ... Show More
19m 6s
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