From obsessive thoughts to panic attacks, eating disorder and manic episodes – that’s how hard OCD disorder can be. Brooke Miller, a brave OCD warrior and passionate mental health advocate, is here to share her journey. Brooke is a lovely mom and wife who has been struggling with OCD for a long time and saw this illness impact many aspects of her l…

When people discover I’m an anxious person, they usually try to help with suggestions – and that’s so sweet. I really appreciate people trying to help me with anxiety. But some people end up saying things they shouldn't, maybe because they've never dealt with an anxiety disorder or because they don't really want to understand what it's like. This l…

When the pandemic started, it was such a strange time. I couldn’t imagine what was about to happen and the fear of change hit me so hard – it sent my anxiety through the roof. I had no idea how I was going to get through this. For a lot of people, it was an opportunity to understand their own mental health. We had to learn to really communicate, to…

Alyce Claire’s anorexia story is truly inspiring. As many know, anorexia is one of the most devastating and dangerous mental health disorders, it affects millions of people and is often misunderstood. Alyce joins me today to share her story. Alyce is on the road to recovery after battling with anorexia for over a decade. Like many girls, she had a …

People assume that anxious people can't record themselves due to being socially judged. Yes, maybe social anxiety prevents some of us from doing this – but not everyone struggles with fear of recording! Starting to record my routine and sharing my anxiety journey has been amazing for me. I found a way to express myself, connect with others who suff…

I had a really tough time with high school exams. My mental health was quite bad when I was at school with the anxiety and agoraphobia and my time seemed to be focused on keeping stable rather than exams and test anxiety. I remember crying at school from anxiety, feeling overwhelmed and freaking out. But all I got was scolded for "making it harder …

Get ready to meet the lovely Anna Jones, a warrior battling with Emetophobia and OCD. Anna has been struggling with anxiety disorders since she was a child. Exposure therapy and the support of her family and friends has been key in her recovery journey. Now, Anna encourages other anxious people by sharing her success stories on social media! I hope…

I’ve wanted to be a mom for as long as I can remember. But having a baby and the fear of pregnancy, especially when you suffer from severe anxiety, is hard to imagine. I have mental health problems, so having a child is super scary for me. Not a day goes by I don’t think about having kids, but it’s difficult to see that actually happening due to my…

I suffered from breakup anxiety in a long-term relationship, and it was so hard to walk away from, even though I felt it was the right thing to do. My first relationship started when I was about 16 and lasted 6 years. In the end, we just fell out of love — I convinced myself that I’d never find another person who could love me with my anxiety. When…

Giving birth is one of the most unforgettable and beautiful experiences! And although motherhood is amazing, it’s difficult and often overwhelming. So let’s talk about postpartum anxiety! I am joined by Jessica, a lovely first-time mom, who is struggling with depression and anxiety after having her baby. Jessica and I had a super honest chat about …

Are you feeling anxious about your anxiety? I call it “Anticipatory Anxiety” and I’m sharing my story about it today! I pick up my goddaughter from school each week and the amount of “what if’s” swirling around in my head beforehand, sometimes gets overwhelming to the point I don’t think I can do it. Like a lot of people, I’m constantly worried abo…

Getting your first tattoo is scary for most people, but for anxious people, tattoo anxiety is on another level. Overcoming it was so hard, but I did it! You’ll be afraid your first time, it’ll be scary - and that’s ok. I’ve never thought in a million years I’d be able to get a tattoo. I thought it would be far too much for people with severe anxiet…

Get ready for an extra-special episode, my loves! Today, in honor of Father's Day, we are joined by my amazing dad, Dominic! He’s here to talk about what is like to have a daughter with anxiety (that's me!) and what parent support looks like for him. Interesting fact: this video was my first experience interviewing someone all by myself! I wanted t…

Anonymous story about someone who has their first panic attack in a year and what they did to get through it. Would you believe this ended as a panic attack success story? As an anxiety advocate Lisa was the perfect person to join me. Lisa has an inspiring anxiety recovery story of her own (a few episodes ago) and so much positivity to add to this …

Today I'm opening up and sharing a deeply personal experience with you: the story of one of the most intense panic attacks episodes I've ever experienced. When I was about 19, my dad – who’s my anxiety rock – thought it was a great idea to go on a wee holiday, not too far away to a beautiful place up north Scotland. A lovely place where we could ju…

Imagine: growing up, dealing with bullies, and constantly switching schools, all because of communication and social challenges. And then, one day, discovering that you're an amazing autistic girl! That’s the beginning of a story of resilience and bravery from the sweet Georgia-Leah, our dear guest in this episode. Georgia-Leah is an autistic girl …

This episode is all about the power of hope, determination, and having “never give up” attitude when you live your life as anxious person. Believing that it is possible to live a healthy, happy, and fulfilled life alongside anxiety. Today we are reading a truly and inspiring success story from an anonymous person who has struggled with anxiety most…

Anxiety, we all know it too well. Today, Gaby opens up about her battles with anxiety, telling us how it impacts her everyday life. Dealing with anxiety is such a personal journey. We all have different symptoms and our own unique ways of coping, which means there's a world of possibilities open to discuss and learn. I really hope that Gaby’s story…

Today, we're breaking down the walls of silence surrounding mental illness, particularly when it comes to OCD intrusive thoughts. You know, those thoughts that can range from fearing you'll meet your demise if you don't follow a certain routine, to having unsettling notions about causing harm to others. We rarely discuss it openly, and the judgment…

Today’s anonymous story is from an absolutely brave and amazing 16 year old. They find extremely difficult to cope with sudden changes to their normal routine, this often leads to a massive panic attack. When you deal with severe anxiety, it’s normal to develop some habits or behaviors to feel safe, and for this person it was drinking ice cold wate…

Having a mental illness can be disabling, but I want to share my story to show you that you can get better from an OCD disorder. My obsessive thoughts are mainly focused around “getting sick” or “having panic attacks” and present if I don’t follow particular patterns. For example, even though I was 100% sure that stepping on a crack wouldn’t make m…

When does introvert behavior stop being normal and become social anxiety? That's the million dollar question for anyone who’s been labeled "shy and quiet". I’m definitely no expert so I asked Dr. Tasha Malcolm, a GP doctor and advocate for those who suffer with anxiety. Tasha is joining us today to chat about her experiences as a healthcare profess…

What an awesome and inspiring story! Thank you so much to the anonymous person who sent this story in. In this episode, we are reading a story about using alternative coping methods to overcome anxiety. Although, this person struggles with depersonalization, derealization, ADHD and anxiety, they are always looking for alternative ways to feel more …

In this episode, Gaby shares a friend’s story. A story about a holiday romance, heartbreak, anxiety flare ups, and a chance meeting that lead to real love. While on holiday in France, Gaby’s friend met who she thought was the man of her dreams. They spent the next two weeks in perfect bliss. But as their holiday ends, they make plans to try a long-…

In this episode, my co-host Leila and I are reading an anonymous positive story about anxiety therapy. This anonymous author shares with us how with the help of a therapist, they were introduced to tools, in particular one called the “Anxiety Curve”, which helped them relieve their death anxiety. With their therapist’s follow-up and practice of sel…

I had my first experience moving in with someone, which means that I moved out of the safest place in the world, my beloved tiny old flat. I went through a lot in that place and leaving it behind was hard because it made me feel comfortable and safe for so long. The whole process of moving was terrifying because of my agoraphobia. I was so nervous …

In this episode, Lisa shares deeply personal parts of her life - from feeling like she was losing her mind to finally being in the best place ever in her anxiety recovery journey. Lisa experienced massive trauma as a result of a toxic relationship and separation from her young child, which led to severe anxiousness and years of thinking she was a "…

In this episode, we are reading the story of an anonymous follower who mustered up the courage to tell her family about her decision to start a new anxiety medication. Unfortunately, older generations may not be supportive about mental health issues, so she had to deal with her mom’s negative ideology around medicines. This story gave space to my c…

This is an episode for any anxious person who has ever lost a beloved pet. Gaby shared the struggle she faced at the end of her dog's life, who passed away when she was a teenager. She also told us how her love for animals impacted on her fter this traumatic episode. She also left a message about what she did to overcome this loss, and we hope it h…

In this chat with Shawna, she told us the story of how a wrong diagnosis caused her health anxiety. After receiving some misdiagnoses of panic attacks instead of the actual illness, arrhythmia, she started to suffer from health anxiety. She was constantly worried about her health and the possibility of having another illness, which led her to deal …

In this episode, we are reading the story of an anonymous follower who suffered from work anxiety. She told us how the pressure and lack of empathy from her bosses and co-workers made her constantly second-guess herself and her professional value. The need to pay the bills also made her afraid to say "no" and end up accumulating too many responsibi…

I had two totally different experiences trying exposure therapy last week and this week. Sometimes this kind of therapy can feel like a "task to be completed," but to me, it's about finding joy in the activity you're doing. Because of this “small detail”, I went from having panic attacks in the car over my agoraphobia to an enjoyable day golfing wi…

In this episode, we invited Rebecca to chat about her story of 25 years living with agoraphobia. She told us how difficult it was when she didn't have family or even medical support and people still didn't understand about agoraphobia, attributing many stigmas to it. Rebecca’s life journey is an inspiring example of how we can accept and live with …

In this episode, we read the story of an anonymous follower who began to struggle with health anxiety after her father passed away from cancer. She told us that even though her anxiety became more severe over time, she was able to turn it into something positive: a new career as an emergency medical technician. This story about health anxiety allow…

Aging means going through new experiences and challenges, but this can also make anxious people feel paralyzed by the panic of getting older. In this episode, Gaby shared with us how her anxiety and fear of aging are affecting her life and getting in the way of doing the things she loves to do. She also told us about what she does to feel inspired …

In this episode, we invited Vic Moss to chat about her story as a speech and language therapist who struggles with anxiety, fibromyalgia and OCD. Working in the healthcare system and as an anxious person is certainly a singular experience, so it was amazing to know Vic's perspective on her own mental health and how she found her space in this syste…

You know when a little annoying situation ruins your entire day? May be when you push a pull door in front of many people, when someone honks at you in traffic or may be simply when you step on someone else’s shoe. This last one is exactly the situation that our anonymous follower went through and shared with us. Moments like these go unnoticed for…

Emetophobia, my fear of being sick, has been ruling my life and my mental health for years. I know that a lot of you can relate to this phobia of sick or the fear of living in the same space as someone who is ill. So, I decided to tell my story and I hope my experience with it can help you to deal better with emetophobia. Have you ever been through…

In this chat with Kezia we talked about her story of battling anxiety and panic attacks during her college years. She told us about the challenges she faced trying to balance her academic responsibilities with her mental health needs and how she felt like the system was punishing her for her mental illness by not providing her any adequate support.…

In this anonymous story, a follower told us about when she lost her puppy but gained a friend because of it. That’s right! Despite having suffered a lot the week the puppy was missing, she discovered that the person who rescued him needed rescuing more than the dog itself. That's the kind of situation you realize later that it had to happen exactly…

In this episode, Gaby shares a story of when she was stalked by a man during her freshman year. She also told us what it was like to go through this during a difficult time in her personal life. This lasted a whole semester until a friend gave her the courage to react and get out of the situation, but she felt the consequences of this episode for y…

In this chat with Josephine we talked about her mental health journey, from going to a very bad place to being a hypnotherapist specialized in ADHD, the autistic spectrum and PMDD. We also had a very open conversation about menstrual cycle and the connection it has with everything in our bodies. We finished this episode with a very lovely session o…

In this episode, we read a breakup story and talk about how the process of letting go is similar to grief in many ways. The story of this courageous follower also made us reflect on how each person deals with overcoming a breakup and its consequences. Thank you so much for trusting us with such a deep and personal story. 🧡 Have you ever been throug…

Dating can be difficult when you have severe anxiety, but it can also be a great opportunity to meet new and kind people. I found my boyfriend on a dating app and I have some tips to share from my personal story! How is your experience dating with anxiety? Share in the comments below!👇 👇 👇 Join the Chat! Contact us through e-mail or our social medi…

In this episode, we chat to Leila about how social anxiety affected her life and relationships. She told us how it was leaving a relationship where she felt co-dependent with her partner, and also shared an inspiring story about when she stopped feeling social anxiety going for a two-minute walk on her own to start traveling the world by herself. T…

Today's reading will show you how an embarrassing moment can help break the ice! This period anxiety story helped us talk about taboos, pain and how man relate to all of that. I hope you can find comfort in this reading for your next period anxiety moment. This story was sent to us by one of the sis that follows our channel (thank you for your trus…

We know our dogs are our best friends, and in this story, Gaby’s dog proved to be a real faithful companion, protecting her in a tense situation. Has your dog ever shown the same behavior? Share in the comments below!👇 👇 👇 Join the Chat! Contact us through e-mail or our social media and share your story! You can: ✨Schedule a time for a chat with me…

In this episode, I chatted to Jenna Bassam about her experience of having anxiety and agoraphobia while working and being a mum of four. She very bravely shared the struggles she faces with school pick ups, working and trying to travel with agoraphobia. It was so lovely chatting to Jenna and to hear all of her stories and amazing advice. This episo…

We are reading an anonymous story about the anxiety basically of us experience as a teenager. This story was sent to us by one of the sis that follows our channel. Thank you for your trust! This is a reading episode, in which we read anxiety stories you send to us via e-mail or social media. Share your thoughts in the comments below!👇 👇 👇 Join the …

When you feel relaxed in an environment it makes it so much easier to actually learn. The first time I went to college I experienced constant panic. The second time I was in the right place, doing the right course. Take your time and do things when you’re ready. 😊 How did you cope with anxiety while studying? Share in the comments below!👇 👇 👇 Join …