Best Stoic Solutions Podcasts (2024)

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1042: Classic ACP 5 Stoic Steps To Help Ease Your Anxiety 19:54

1d ago19:54

19:54

In today's episode, Gina discusses the ancient philosophy of stoicism and how it influenced and helped her with her own journey through anxiety. Epictetus' works in particular are discussed. Five steps are outlined for how to implement stoicism to reduce the suffering you may experience from anxiety. Please visit our Sponsor Page to find all the li…

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1041: How Do You Respond to Stress? Discover Why It Matters So Much With Anxiety 21:15

5d ago21:15

21:15

In today's episode, Gina discusses how to improve your distress tolerance and thereby become more resilient in the face of stress and anxiety. A journaling exercise is included that will help you better understand how you respond to stress and where you can improve. Learning to respond to stress with better competence will help you overcome anxiety…

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Cal Newport on Doing Less, from Say More 28:06

8d ago28:06

28:06

Sharing a preview of the Say More podcast, where, in a special series, Boston Globe columnist Shirley Leung is opening up the conversation about stress and burnout to help listeners feel less alone and inspired to get help. In this episode, computer scientist and bestselling author Cal Newport says we’ve been thinking about productivity all wrong. …

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1040: Finding Strength Within A Listeners Story Of Overcoming Anxiety with Gina's Guidance 21:34

8d ago21:34

21:34

In today's episode, Gina shares a listener's story about her journey overcoming anxiety through the tools and processes shared here on the show. The listener "Dee", has certainly done many things right, as far as making positive changes in her life to expand and enhance her anxiety recovery journey. Listen in to hear a wonderful success story of so…

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1039: Causes, Symptoms and Coping With Anxious, Intrusive Thoughts 23:05

12d ago23:05

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In today's episode, Gina discusses intrusive thoughts. This is a critical anxiety symptom that can often cause anxiety to become much worse as the thoughts progress and are misinterpreted by the individual experiencing them. Listen in to learn what causes intrusive thoughts and how to overcome them! Please visit our Sponsor Page to find all the lin…

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1038: Melodies of Emotion: Using Singing as an Expressive Outlet for Stress Relief 23:18

16d ago23:18

23:18

In today's episode, Gina shares with listeners a helpful tool for stress and anxiety relief: singing. From singing along to your favorite feel-good music while walking or in the car to taking lessons or joining a choir, there is very likely a singing solution that fits your personal preferences. Listen in and learn how singing can improve your ment…

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1037: Listener J Shares Her Media Fast Journey 20:40

19d ago20:40

20:40

In today's episode, Gina shares a listener email about implementing a media fast in her life. J describes the journey of undergoing a media fast, cutting out a number of social media sites and streaming services, and adding others. The benefits of this practice are discussed. Listen in and discover some unexpected strategies and benefits of media f…

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1036: Letting Go As A Way To Clear Out Stress And Anxiety 24:26

23d ago24:26

24:26

In today's episode, Gina discusses using the technique of letting go to help clear anxiety. Letting go of resentment, fear and negative people are each touched on. A number of techniques for setting boundaries are included. Links mentioned in today's episode: Radical Acceptance https://www.theanxietycoachespodcast.com/episodes/611-radical-acceptanc…

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1035: Reducing Anxiety By Quieting The Noise 21:48

27d ago21:48

21:48

In today's episode, Gina discusses the immense benefits a media fast can have on the peace and well-being of individuals, especially those suffering with anxiety. The process by which to conduct a media fast is shared, including tips for reducing screen time and unplugging from the media streams we may be connected to. Listen in and start feeling m…

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1034: Classic ACP 627 7 Easy Practices to Quiet Your Anxiety 16:47

1M ago16:47

16:47

In today's episode, Gina shares seven practices to help quite your anxiety symptoms. Many of these practices revolve around gratitude, including thinking and journaling. Maintaining a mindset of abundance and living in the present moment are also covered, including how to go about taking these steps to improve your anxiety. Please visit our Sponsor…

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1033: Classic ACP How To Avoid Anxious Overthinking 20:22

1M ago20:22

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In today's episode, Gina addresses the issue of overthinking and how it is often closely associated with anxiety. Letting go of the past, dealing with regret and social anxiety are considered in detail. A number of methods are offered for eliminating overthinking. Please visit our Sponsor Page to find all the links and codes for our awesome sponsor…

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1032: Calming Mind Currents: Guided Meditation For Deep Sleep 22:47

1M ago22:47

22:47

In today's episode, Gina shares a guided meditation intended to help listeners put their mind at ease and drift effortlessly to sleep. While this meditation is designed to help listeners calm down for sleep, it can certainly be utilized for a restful meditation without leading to deep sleep. Listen in for a peaceful guided meditation and start feel…

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1031: Part 2 Wings of Courage: Overcoming Flying Anxiety Step by Step 21:08

1M ago21:08

21:08

In today's episode, Gina continues discussing flying anxiety and how to overcome this fear. A protocol is laid out that draws heavily on Claire Weekes' core face, accept, float and let time pass anxiety clearing process. Coaching and counseling are recommended, including CBT, DBT and exposure therapy. Distraction is also recommended and a number of…

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1030: Part 1 Wings of Courage: Overcoming Flying Anxiety 22:14

1M ago22:14

22:14

In today's episode, Gina discusses flying anxiety and how to best overcome this fear. Flying anxiety is surprisingly common. Important tools that can be used by anyone are covered in this episode, including breathing techniques, muscle relaxation and meditation (including the body scan). Listen in and learn how to be more comfortable with air trave…

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1029: Gratitude Unleashed: A Practical Guide To Cultivating Joy 20:22

2M ago20:22

20:22

In today's episode, Gina discusses the powerful healing tool of gratitude. The gratitude journal is discussed and a number of gratitude related affirmations are included. Putting gratitude to work for you in your life can have powerful consequences for you in your anxiety clearing journey. Listen in and jump-start your gratitude journal practice! P…

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1028: Relaxing From The Outside In To Stress Less 22:13

2M ago22:13

22:13

In today's episode, Gina discusses the range of subtle energy bodies known as Maya Koshas, to inform listeners of the immense healing potential resident in each and every one of us. Coming to understand these aspects of our more subtle existence can help those suffering from anxiety realize new angles of benefit that can come from meditation and ge…

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1027: Classic ACP 4 Easy Additions For Better Sleep And Less Anxiety 20:11

2M ago20:11

20:11

In today's episode, Gina identifies four easy to use tools to help improve sleep and reduce anxiety. These tools include two supplements: a mineral and an amino acid. The tools described also include two readily available essential oils. Listen in today to discover these easy to use anxiety and sleep solutions! Please visit our Sponsor Page to find…

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1026: Health Anxiety Navigating Fear and Finding Calm Listener Q and A 24:08

2M ago24:08

24:08

In today's episode, Gina responds to a listener question about health anxiety and the variety of bodily sensations experienced from day to day. Normal bodily sensations can vary over time for a wide range of reasons, most of which fall into the category of normal variation. High anxiety itself can not only make us more sensitive to our normal body …

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1025: Embracing Comfort Amidst Pain And Anxiety: A Healing Meditation 20:37

2M ago20:37

20:37

In today's episode, Gina shares a guided meditation to help you find comfort even amidst anxiety and pain. This the immense gift that mindfulness and meditation can offer persons suffering with anxiety or situational turmoil: an oasis of peace and calm amidst all the suffering and difficulties. Listen in for a calming, peaceful guided meditation th…

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1024: Anxiety and Mind-Body Practices To Let Go 21:53

2M ago21:53

21:53

In today's episode, Gina discusses using mind-body practices to reduce stress and anxiety and find more peace and calm. Drawing on a number of examples from a book by Suzie Amendola, mind-body practices such as yoga, breathing exercises and dietary changes are highlighted as effective tools for reducing stress and improving wellness. A centering pr…

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1023: Finding Serenity Amidst the Storm Listener Q and A 20:47

2M ago20:47

20:47

In today's episode, Gina answers a listener question about the impact of prescriptions drugs on anxiety. Specifically, this listener has been struggling with some waves in the ocean of anxiety relating to changes in these drugs prescribed by her physician (in this case benzodiazepines and SSRIs). Listen in to hear Gina's commentary and suggestions …

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1022: Classic ACP Why Do I Get Anxious When I Relax 18:23

2M ago18:23

18:23

In today's episode, Gina discusses a frequently mentioned problem among listeners of the Anxiety Coaches Podcast: relaxation induced anxiety. Key points for understanding relaxation induced anxiety are outlined as are steps for helping manage your relaxation induced anxiety. Don't let your moments of relaxation turn into anxiety-panic, listen in to…

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1021: Floating Part 2: How to Float Through Anxiety The Claire Weekes Way 21:57

3M ago21:57

21:57

In today's episode, Gina again discusses Claire Weekes' third step in her core anxiety clearing protocol: floating. A number of floating exercises are shared and a number of key Claire Weekes' principles and techniques are also covered, including acceptance allowing and non-resistance. Listen in and improve your clearing journey through a better un…

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1020: Floating Part 1: Claire Weekes Philosophy Of Floating Through Anxiety 21:09

3M ago21:09

21:09

In today's episode, Gina discusses the third step in Claire Weekes' core anxiety treatment regime: floating. The key to this step is to not fight the feelings and sensations of anxiety-panic but (following acceptance) to float with them as you proceed through your day. Mastery over this step provides substantial benefit to anxiety sufferers in thei…

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1019: How Humor Heals Anxiety from the Inside Out 20:12

3M ago20:12

20:12

In today's episode, Gina discusses the often underestimated gift of laughter. Available freely to everyone, laughter is capable of releasing a cascade of highly beneficial hormones in our bodies that can help realign our minds to positive thinking. Listen in to learn the benefits of laughter and how to incorporate more laughter into you life today!…

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1018: The Gut-Brain Connection: How Stress Impacts Your Stomach 21:36

3M ago21:36

21:36

In today's episode, Gina discusses a listener question about anxiety and stomach issues. Stress can have a major impact on our bodies and the functioning of the stomach in particular. Listen in to better understand why your stomach related symptoms occur and how to heal from these distressing effects of anxiety. Please visit our Sponsor Page to fin…

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Marcus Aurelius: The Stoic Emperor with Donald Robertson 56:45

3M ago56:45

56:45

You're listening to the Stoic Solutions Podcast - practical wisdom for everyday life inspired by the ancient tradition of Stoic Philosophy from Greece and Rome. I'm your host, Justin Vacula. Visit my website at StoicSolutionsPodcast.com. For today’s episode, I recorded with author Donald Robertson about his new book ‘Marcus Aurelius: The Stoic Empe…

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1017: Finding Renewal and Healing Through the Seasons 20:55

3M ago20:55

20:55

In today's episode, Gina discusses finding renewal through the changing of the seasons, especially with the arrival of Spring. A number of affirmations are shared to help you find hope and renewal whatever season it may be where you are. The affirmations play along with a gentle music track and may function as a guided meditation. Listen in and bre…

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1016: Quiet the Noise Reduce Your Anxiety 22:14

3M ago22:14

22:14

In today's episode, Gina discusses the value of disconnecting ourselves from our media technology, even if for just brief periods of time. Our media technology and the social media it delivers to us can cause us substantial psychological harm over time. The benefits of media fasting can be many, including enhanced mental clarity, emotional balance …

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1015: Beyond Survival: Cultivating Happiness in Anxious Minds 20:42

3M ago20:42

20:42

In today's episode, Gina discusses Positive Psychology, a view of psychology that embraces our existence in life and leads away from fear. The ladder of life is presented, which identifies a spectrum of state of being from hopeless and depressed to blossoming and thriving. Positive Psychology suggests happiness is a talent we can work at and not an…

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1014: Overcoming Financial Anxiety Through Minimalism 24:39

3M ago24:39

24:39

In today's episode, Gina covers the important topic of anxiety and finances. Specifically, this podcast covers the embrace of minimalism as a tool to minimize anxiety and stress relating to finances. Distress over finances occurs at all income levels. Redefining what we mean by the term "wealth" can have substantial consequences on our mental well-…

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1013: Practical Tools for Managing Racing Thoughts 20:34

3M ago20:34

20:34

In today's episode, Gina shares a number of practical, easy to use tools to help manage and reduce anxious, racing thoughts. Racing thoughts is one of the most dreaded and frustrating symptoms of anxiety and can provoke much suffering on their own. In particular, a technique of active meditation is shared that can be brought with you throughout the…

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1012: Anxiety vs. Stress: How to Tell the Difference 21:48

4M ago21:48

21:48

In today's episode, Gina discusses the fundamental differences between anxiety and stress. Understanding the difference between these two separate but related phenomena can help you in your anxiety clearing journey. We may never escape the stressful realities of our lives and world, but we can overcome chronic anxiety. Listen in and refresh your un…

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1011: Beyond Worry Finding Happiness In The Present 20:02

4M ago20:02

20:02

In today's episode, Gina discusses how to find happiness in the present moment. This is your opportunity to put down your worries for the day and pick up peace and contentment. Listen in for reasons to live in the present moment and key techniques to do so today! Please visit our Sponsor Page to find all the links and codes for our awesome sponsors…

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1010: Classic ACP 5 Reasons To Live In The Now And Take Each Day As It Comes 16:15

4M ago16:15

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In today's episode, Gina offers the present moment as the point of emphasis of her discussion. Included are five clearly delineated reasons why living in the present moment will help improve your life and overall experience of peace and happiness. Listen in and start or strengthen your own living in the present moment today! Grab an awesome audio b…

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1009: Quieting Anxiety Through Asking Questions 22:53

4M ago22:53

22:53

In today's episode, Gina discusses the technique of reducing anxiety through asking yourself questions. Asking the right questions can help identify irrational thoughts, encourage problem solving and promote mindfulness. Find out what else asking the right questions about your situation can do for you and your anxiety clearing journey, listen in to…

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1008: From Anxious Distraction to Mindful Engagement 24:43

4M ago24:43

24:43

In today's episode, Gina discusses the importance of being able to engage mindfully with others, our environment and ourselves to better be able to overcome the most challenging aspects of anxiety. The seven foundations of mindful engagement are identified and discussed. From skillful communication to empathy and love, listen in to find out what as…

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1007: Unraveling the Mysteries of Persistent Anxiety Sensations 21:03

4M ago21:03

21:03

In today's episode, Gina discusses the topic of bodily sensations and the mysterious ways that anxiety can cause them. Anxiety related bodily symptoms have an uncanny capacity to move and shift around the body in ways that physical ailments do not. Learning to discern what signals coming from the body are truly urgent and which are fleeting and qui…

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1006: Using The Power Of Awe To Overcome Anxiety 25:36

4M ago25:36

25:36

In today's episode, Gina discusses a book she recently read that contains tools that can help you overcome anxiety. Specifically, these tools are designed to help empower individuals to discover a sense of awe in their life, practically at will. Being able to touch into the power of the state of awe can be a great benefit to those on the anxiety cl…

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Stoicism For Dummies With Gregory Bassham 55:35

4M ago55:35

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You're listening to the Stoic Solutions Podcast - practical wisdom for everyday life inspired by the ancient tradition of Stoic Philosophy from Greece and Rome. I'm your host, Justin Vacula. Visit my website at StoicSolutionsPodcast.com. For today’s episode, I recorded with author Gregory Bassham about his new book ‘Stoicism for Dummies’ that helps…

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1005: Wise Words On Handling The Frantic Anxious Mind 19:54

4M ago19:54

19:54

In today's episode, Gina discusses the wisdom of author and spiritual teacher Eknath Easwaran. These teachings helped Gina improve her skill set for handling the wild anxious mind she was suffering with, and she hopes to impart this knowledge on her listeners. Embracing mindfulness and incorporating mantra into your daily practice will serve you we…

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Roadtrip through Turkey: Bursa, Ephesus, Pamukkale, and More 39:13

4M ago39:13

39:13

Welcome, fellow citizen of the world. Today we are roadtripping through Turkey with my friend Michelle Warner-Martin. Michelle recently roadtripped across Turkey through: Bursa Ephesus Pamukkale Konya Istanbul Adana Mersin Cappadocia And she’s here to highlight the incredible experiences you can when traveling across Turkey. Michelle is a wedding p…

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1004: Sacred Resilience: The Spiritual Thread in Overcoming Anxiety 19:33

5M ago19:33

19:33

In today's episode, Gina discusses the usefulness of integrating some form of spirituality into our lives for helping us overcome anxiety. A most effective way to do this is to begin to cultivate stillness and sacred moments in our lives. Listen in for tips on how to begin to discover sacredness in your own life and jump-start your anxiety healing …

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1003: Emotional Reasoning Examples And Solutions For Self-Defeating Beliefs 23:02

5M ago23:02

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In today's episode, Gina discusses how to use our emotional reasoning and thinking to our advantage, rather than let it contribute to our anxiety and defeat. A number of cognitive distortions are identified as well as how to combat these tendencies. Looking to the positive, or even simply the neutral, can go a long way to preserving our mental heal…

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1002: Strategies for Finding More Peace and Calm 23:19

5M ago23:19

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In today's episode, Gina shares a number of simple strategies for reducing and preventing anxiety. These tips will enable you to become more resilient in the face of stress and help you to preserve your inner peace. Listen in for these practical tips and start eliminating your anxiety today! Please visit our Sponsor Page to find all the links and c…

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1001: Classic ACP Prevent Panic Attacks With This Sure Fire Method 20:24

5M ago20:24

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In today's episode, Gina shares a highly effective process for preventing panic attacks. Learning these three steps can help you relax and regain your composure whenever panic sets in. Listen in and feel better today! Please visit our Sponsor Page to find all the links and codes for our awesome sponsors! https://www.theanxietycoachespodcast.com/spo…

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Conflict: 4 Stoic Solutions for Managing Difficult Conversations 8:18

5M ago8:18

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Why do we get angry? How can we challenge our immediate reactions? And what's the best way to articulate our feelings without passive aggression or a blow-up? In this episode, you'll learn four Stoic tips to turn potential conflicts into opportunities for personal growth and stronger relationships. Become a member of the Live Without Borders Commun…

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Conflict: 4 Stoic Solutions for Managing Difficult Conversations 8:18

5M ago8:18

8:18

Why do we get angry? How can we challenge our immediate reactions? And what's the best way to articulate our feelings without passive aggression or a blow-up? In this episode, you'll learn four Stoic tips to turn potential conflicts into opportunities for personal growth and stronger relationships. Become a member of the Live Without Borders Commun…

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