Anxiety is an emotion that is easily explained but not easy to control. It is something most of us will experience at some point in our lives and, without the right process, it may be very difficult to overcome. We are Anxiety Specialists based in New Zealand and have been helping people overcome their anxiety for many years with our proven expertise and experience. We are committed to helping people understand that there is hope and anxiety disorders are treatable. That is why we launched A ...
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54 How to stick to a diet (the C's of seeing it through)
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Welcome to our latest episode! Are you finding it challenging to stick to a new diet and stay committed? It's not uncommon to struggle with sticking to a diet plan, and it takes more than just dedication and discipline to succeed. In this episode, we'll be exploring how you can start a diet and stick to it. We'll discuss the advantages of healthy l…
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Welcome to this episode! Do you ever feel overwhelmed with calculating your weekly or monthly budgets, especially when it comes to food expenses? Eating healthier often comes with a higher price tag, which can make it difficult to stick to a budget. But fear not, there are many different approaches to save money on food without sacrificing the heal…
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52 How to GET STARTED on a HEALTHY DIET (Top 8 Tips)
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Hello and welcome to this episode! As we go through our daily lives, it's important to ask ourselves: do we ever plan to start eating more healthily? After all, food is one of our body's primary sources of energy, and knowing how to maintain a healthy diet is key to living a fulfilling life. Eating right isn't just beneficial for our physical healt…
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51 List of foods for Anxiety - The 3 key ways food affects your brain
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Ever wondered if you’re feeling anxious because of the junk food you just ate? It’s not often talked about, but what we put into our bodies does actually affect our brain as well as our bodies. And thus can cause anxiety and depressed mood. In this episode, we will discuss a list of foods for anxiety management. How certain foods affect our mental …
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Do you see anxiety as your weakness? I used to! Anxiety can feel like a massive disadvantage to us but if we learn to transform the stress we can turn it into our superpower! That's how I developed the ability to handle pain others avoid. In this episode, Becky is opening up about how she achieved a shockingly high pain tolerance. She shares amazin…
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49 How to deal with loneliness in a divided world feat. Caurel Richards
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Coming to terms with being different from everyone else can be a lonely experience especially if your views are not mainstream. Loneliness from this kind of situation is often rooted in the feeling that there's no one who truly understands or accepts you, with whom you can share your genuine experiences and thoughts. Caurel Richards, a Rapid Transf…
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48 Relationship Anxiety: Dating Someone Hotter Than You (Valentine's Special)
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Are you interested in or dating someone hotter than you? Relationship anxiety can come from this, and most of the time, it’s hard to admit it. In this episode, I (Becky) will discuss my own insecurities when dating and marrying someone hotter than me. With relatable moments and perspectives regarding dating or even when we just met and are attracte…
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47 How to leave a narcissist feat. Will Kesselman
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When you're deeply in love with a narcissist and you do not see the red flags waving. Being trapped in a narcissistic relationship is arduous as it will not let you see your way out to freedom. William Kesselman, a "Special Victims" Investigator and the founder of Control and Power Strategy LLC, will help us know the signs of narcissistic behavior.…
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46 Life from a deaf perspective feat. Kellina Powell
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A deaf person may feel separate from much of the world because of their disability. It can be isolating at times and there are things hearing people do that can make that either better or worse. The thing is a deaf person deserve more than just recognition, they need to be accepted into the community as equals and given the support they need to suc…
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As part of our health, sometimes we are required to go to clinics or hospitals and some of the procedures can involve injections. Does that bring up any anxiety for you? Fear of needles can cause us to avoid these important medical appointments. In this episode, we will talk about the causes and the treatment for fear of needles. Come and listen as…
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44 Cause of fear of needles and needle phobia treatment
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Fears can really get in the way when we're trying to do something that the brain sees as scary! In this episode, we’ll talk about the fear of needles, or what others call “shot fear.” Here, we’ll share how this phobia occurs, what triggers this, and treatments or tips on getting over your needle fear. Stay tuned as we unravel the mystery behind sho…
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43 How the little things gives us anxiety and trauma feat. Caurel Richards
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Trauma and anxiety are complex issues to deal with. But have we ever thought about how we got these in the first place? It may never really hit us that the little things that we experienced as a child up to now could possibly become contributing factors to the mental health issues we are facing today. Caurel Richards, a Trauma Expert, and Hypnother…
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42 The most effective new year's resolution for anxiety
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Happy New Year! Do you have your list of resolutions ready? Well, we often look forward to material things but have you ever thought of adding the goal of overcoming your anxiety? In this episode, we will list down the reasons why you should start to handle worries and stress with some help. Add to that some real-life progress that may inspire you …
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41 How food effects our mood feat. Sue Rogers
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What we consume affects not only our physical body but our emotions as well. We often hear that we should trust our guts and learn more about them. Sue Rogers, an author, gut-health coach, and yoga instructor is the special guest that will accompany us as we digest the knowledge about what and how our gut affects us in multiple instances and how it…
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Christmas is near! And that thought may or may not be exciting for you. Especially if you are the one who has to do all the work to make Christmas Christmassy! As we welcome the holiday season, the pressure to have a magical Christmas is on. But it’s helpful to know that it’s not unusual for stress and anxiety to pop up at this time, as well as joy…
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39 How other people's anxiety can affect you
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We always talk about about how we should deal with our anxieties, but sometimes the stress of others can wear us down. Letting other people’s anxiety pile on top of our own can make what we carry even heavier. As Emmanuel Acho said, “We've got to stop being afraid of other people's fears". In this episode, we will discuss how other people can push …
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38 How movement can relieve anxiety feat. Angie Berrett
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Remembering the experiences of our childhood selves may bring up a range of emotions; it may be happiness or, unfortunately, for others, grief trauma. When the painful memories of the past still bother you, they can trigger a negative and unhealthy response. To teach us how to heal and move through struggles, we have the owner and the creator of th…
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37 Why you need more kindfulness if you have anxiety Feat. Jen Schwytzer the KINDfulness coach
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We often think of being kind as prioritizing everyone but ourselves. That is not what KINDfulness is about. It involves boundaries and being kind to ourselves first. Then being kind to others. We have Jennifer Schwytzer, a certified life coach. She produced KINDfulness Coaching to show professionals how to ditch stress and burnout, starting with lo…
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36 Organising your house to reduce anxiety and optimise your life Feat. Nic Scholtysik
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A home is a space where we want to feel free. There are thousands of interior designs that can please your eyes, but what about our comfort? Most of the time, we are deceived by what we see. Having a lovely but unsustainable home can leave us feeling disheartened and overwhelmed. To avoid that brokenness, we have Nic Scholtysik on the podcast to ma…
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Even superheroes have their fears, and why can't men? Men are always portrayed to be calm in the face of danger. With no words or support shared, we can be expected to just keep things together; but that can mean instead of welcoming fear, we can try to brush it off, and react negatively. As we continue to celebrate Men's Mental Health Month, we ne…
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Men are always expected to be tough and robust, and many words that are synonyms for unbreakable. Although this is what society has taught us, a different perspective can be helpful. The state of being strong is not about keeping your eyes dry but about being able to express your emotions without shying away. In celebration of Men's Mental Health M…
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33 Setting yourself up for success in life and business Feat. Darla D’Acunto
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Starting a business is a challenge. It may bring up anxiety for you, and it’s going to be quite a struggle if you have low self-esteem. Building up confidence is the key to pulling up both yourself and your business. On our podcast, we have Darla D' Acunto joining me, a business and mindset coach for women, to encourage all of us to reach for succe…
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32 Relationships: should I leave or is it anxiety? Feat. Samara Lane
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You want the love of your life to be there for you through thick and thin, but some of us find anxiety is also our constant companion. It is hard to control the effects of dealing with an anxious mind while having a romantic partner. With Samara Lane, a relationship anxiety coach, we will be tackling how anxiety affects relationships in this episod…
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31 What causes a fear of cats? (Ailurophobia)
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Other than dogs, cats are one of the most popular pets of all time. But some people have anxiety around cats. It can even be a strong enough feeling to be called a cat phobia, sometimes called Ailurophobia or Gatophobia. We will bring you an episode explaining the phobia, its possible causes, treatment, and how the brain deals with it, thus increas…
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30 Managing your anxiety when dating feat. Lauren Smith
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Anxiety and self-love are challenging. Especially when you are navigating the world of dating. It’s important to learn how to deal with difficulties like being ghosted without becoming an anxious wreck or doubting your self-worth. That’s why it was so great to get Lauren Smith on the podcast to teach us how to navigate the dating experience when we…
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Did you know that about 2.2% of the population experiences this anxiety disorder? The sad thing about it is most people don't seek treatment. In this episode, we will share with you the actual cause of this anxiety disorder of intense fear in enclosed spaces. Stay tuned! Episode Highlights: What is claustrophobia? How does claustrophobia link to a …
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Sometimes people stare into blank space, and unwanted memories come crashing in. Feelings of fear, disgust, and other negative emotions disturb how you were feeling before. Traumatic memories are the worst when they come uninvited, and you have nothing else to do but to deal with it. In today's episode, we will explore EMDR therapy and how it can b…
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Most people who have limited knowledge about PTSD would assume one of two things. Firstly, you should be able to just get over it given enough time, or alternatively that once you have it that's it, you can’t recover from the condition. But that’s not actually the case—and I’m speaking from experience! The thing is, others' impatience or their hope…
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Time and time again, we’ve always made it clear that we have to be careful when we talk about someone’s condition, especially if we don’t fully understand it. Being careless can only do more damage, even if your intentions were to provide support for them. The same goes for providing support for people who have PTSD. There are a lot of misconceptio…
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Have you ever had a recurring thought that disrupts your thinking process? Then you might be dealing with Pure-O. For those who haven’t heard of this term—we get it, and there’s a pretty good reason why this is often overlooked. We see our fair share of Pure-O, and we’d like to deep dive into that for you today. In this episode, we’ll learn more ab…
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At some point in our lives, we’ve probably seen someone be hyper-organized, to a point where we thought to ourselves, “they probably have OCD now don’t they?”. Well, that’s not necessarily the case! In this episode, we’ll dive deep into what OCD is. This way, we’ll be more helpful when encountering someone with OCD, rather than being careless and e…
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In our day-to-day life, there’s this C-word that we may have unconsciously added to our vocabulary. But did you know that this word actually disempowers and discourages us from taking control of our lives? It’s also surprising that this word is quite simple and we often overlook it. When I stopped using this word, suddenly I have more options for h…
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22 Anxiety about being too strict a parent with Camilla McGill of My Parenting Solutions
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For all the parents out there: we know that parenting can be overwhelming most of the time. Meeting your child’s needs while maintaining a healthy relationship with them is tough, especially if you’re unsure about what type of parent you want to be. To top it all off, finding people who understand your struggles can be difficult as well. In today’s…
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Have you ever vowed to change something in the past and turned sour when you lost track of them? Well, we’re willing to bet that all of us have! This is why we’re proposing a new way of setting up your goals and resolutions—through compassion! But how exactly can we achieve it? In today’s episode, we will dive deep into how we can be more compassio…
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20 The secret of anxiety reduction through movement with Resiliency Coach Graham Wheatcroft
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Many people turn to medications to try to manage their anxiety. But we don’t have to go down that road and count on it to get improvements. In this episode, we are back with Graham Wheatcroft, a Global Remote Fitness Coach, to talk about how physical fitness, spirituality, and regular daily practices play an important role in how you manage your an…
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Have you ever had an intrusive thought that you are spiraling down towards insanity? Maybe you fear that your anxiety is worsening and that you may suddenly lose it. Perhaps your worries are getting out of control. Or maybe you’re worried about having sudden intrusive thoughts that sometimes you want to run over a random pedestrian? But what if you…
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18 Anxiety attacks and panic attacks: what’s the difference?
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Ever wondered what the difference between an anxiety attack and a panic attack is? The quick answer to that question is—officially, nothing. Labeling our anxiety and panic as an attack can actually intensify the sensations that come along with it, which prevents us from getting on top of our anxiety and panic. In today’s episode, we offer new ways …
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17 Does online therapy for anxiety really work?
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Are you limited to only one option in treating your anxiety? Oftentimes, finding a therapist can be challenging, and you may be left thinking that treatment for your anxiety is out of reach. In today’s episode, we will cover some of the other common ways people treat their anxiety, as a reminder that there are other anxiety treatment options, and i…
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16 Why knowing your values will make or break your anxiety journey
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Most of the time, people want to manage their anxiety and heal from it immediately, and it’s not wrong for them to feel that way! However, the brutal truth behind dealing with your anxiety is that it’s full of hard work along the process. In this episode, we’ll dive right into the importance of values in managing anxiety. Let’s find out more detail…
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Are you too hard on yourself whenever you face failures and setbacks? Maybe it discourages you from moving forward and you get stuck in the same place. In this episode, we’ll let you in on a little secret process to master your anxiety by being more compassionate to yourself whenever you face adversities. What’s surprising is that toddlers actually…
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What would you say if you were given a chance to talk to your future self, if you knew they were going to go through mental health struggles, maybe after giving birth to a child? A baby's birth can trigger a wide range of emotions, from joy and excitement to anxiety and depression. If you want to prevent your mental health from taking a nosedive an…
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Are drugs the ultimate solution for anxiety or are they just a “band-aid approach”? If you think drugs are the best you can hope for in terms of treating your anxiety attacks, this episode is for you! Drugs can help reduce the adrenal signals in people with anxiety, but they're not the ultimate solution to having an anxiety-free life. Today, we wil…
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Why do some people feel more out of control and others are calmer and more confident facing their anxiety attacks? Different people experience anxiety attacks differently. While everyone experiences stress and anxiety, some people become so overwhelmed and tend to believe they can’t do anything to cope with anxiety. In this episode, we are covering…
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You know you're having an anxiety attack when….well, you don't, They're not an officially recognized thing! If so, how does an anxiety attack work? And what about panic attacks? Find out in this episode as we are covering what are the signs of anxiety and even panic attacks, how to know if what you are feeling are anxiety attack symptoms, and how a…
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Your blood pressure and heart rate are rising. Your breathing is quickening. Are you experiencing an anxiety attack or a panic attack? In this episode, we will cover exactly what anxiety attacks are and the names often associated with them, with an example to keep it simple. We will also discuss what panic attacks are and how they are different fro…
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Have you already tried relaxation and found that it doesn’t work for you? The truth is, it is NOT because you are no good at relaxation. It is just because you are doing it wrong! In this episode, we will share with you the benefits of regular daily relaxation, some effective techniques to try plus our personal favorite relaxation method. Start doi…
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08 What you need to know about anxiety recovery
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As someone who struggles with anxiety, how do you see yourself?It’s not uncommon for people with anxiety to see themselves as anxious,associating what they are going through with who they are as a person, a strong identity attachment anxiety.But even in the midst of this battle, it’s really important to shift your perspective!As you head towards re…
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As someone who struggles with anxiety, how do you see yourself? It’s not uncommon for people with anxiety to see themselves as anxious, associating what they are going through with who they are as a person, a strong identity attachment anxiety. But even in the midst of this battle, it's really important to shift your perspective! As you head toward…
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06 Can you catch anxiety from someone? (Is anxiety contagious?)
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Is anxiety contagious? Can you catch it from someone? If you are worried about catching anxiety and have been keeping discussions about it and the emotions of others at arms reach, this episode is for you! This is where the above questions will be answered and clarity will be yours. We will also share the top 5 tips to help you reduce any emotional…
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What makes a person qualified to support someone who's struggling with anxiety? Spoiler Alert: It’s not some fancy degree! But in your attempt to help the person, what if what you do could cause more harm than good? In this episode, you will discover how to be good support as you learn the first and crucial thing that will make you qualified to hel…
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