That Gives Me Anxiety

I wish this wasn't a story we needed to tell. Mass violence is a cloud that hangs over our country. In this episode Alyssa A Rheingold Ph. D. a clinical psychologist and professor who also works with the National Mass Violence and Victimization Resource Center talks about psychological support communities affected by mass violence need and the ripple effect these events have on people across...

Admittedly, Urmi Hossain is a nervous public speaker. Though, she used to have a lot more anxiety related to getting up in front of people before she started practicing with Toastmasters, an organization meant to help people improve their public speaking skills. In our interview Urmi. talks about all the ways her work with Toastmasters has helped her and how someone could get involved if they were...

There's a lot of different ways communication at work can go wrong. The oversharer, people misunderstanding your intentions, how direct is too direct? It can feel daunting and potentially create conflict. The good news is there are people who can help like author and educator Erin Lebacqz and my friend Stacey Bailey who is COO of Reason One, which is a digital agency.  Check out more from Eri...

This is part two of my discussion with Fotini Iconomopoulos and Matt Revere on how to handle your nerves when asking for a raise. It's certainly not easy. Part 1 of the discussion was in episode 60.  Check out more from Fotini! www.saylessgetmore.com www.fotiniicon.com/quiz www.instagram.com/fotiniicon https://www.linkedin.com/in/fotiniiconomopoulos www.twitter.com/fotiniicon https://youtube....

Asking for more money from your employer can be an extremely stressful situation. Thankfully there are experts out there like Fotini Iconomopoulos and Matt Revere who can offer insight into how we can manage that stress and get what we deserve without ruffling feathers. This is part 1 of a two part series, the second episode will be out next week! Check out more from Fotini! www.saylessgetmore.com...

Here comes the full interview on Conspiracy Theories with Joseph Uscinski, who studies conspiracy theory at the University of Miami. Conspiracy theories are talked about a lot lately. How do they spread? Who is susceptible to believing them? What's social media's role in all of this? We get into all of this and more! How to support the show! Pure Spectrum CBD: Promo code AnxietyPod for 1...

Happy New Year! Kicking off 2023 with the full interview I did with Silke Herwald on a fear of failure. We touched on where it comes from, how it can permeate everything we do and, most importantly, what we can do to help ourselves! Check out Silke's website: https://www.australianhypnotherapycentre.com.au/anxiety How to support the show! Pure Spectrum CBD: Promo code AnxietyPod for 15% off!...

Every few years The Dave Thomas Foundation takes the pulse of America's views on adoption. Specifically about foster care adoption. In this episode I spoke to Rita about their latest findings and what she wishes every American would understand about adoption.  How to support the show! Pure Spectrum CBD: Promo code AnxietyPod for 15% off! purespectrumcbd.com/ANXIETYPOD Buy Me a Coffee: https:/...

Just doing a little check in here, since i'll be traveling this week to talk about a few things causing me anxiety during the holidays. All the best to you and your family and hope you're enjoying this holiday season! How to support the show! Pure Spectrum CBD: Promo code AnxietyPod for 15% off! purespectrumcbd.com/ANXIETYPOD Buy Me a Coffee: https://www.buymeacoffee.com/givesmeanxiety I...

Scarcity mentality affects a lot of people and they may not even realize it. Thankfully licensed mental health counselor Pallavi Yetur is here to explain what scarcity mentality is, how it can affect people and what we can do about it. This is part two of our discussion! Check out last week's episode for the first half.  How to support the show! Pure Spectrum CBD: Promo code AnxietyPod for 15...

Scarcity mentality affects a lot of people and they may not even realize it. Thankfully licensed mental health counselor Pallavi Yetur is here to explain what scarcity mentality is, how it can affect people and what we can do about it. Part two of this interview will be featured next week!  More on Pallavi: Pallavi Yetur is a Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor, a Licensed Mental Health Couns...

In episode two of admitting to liking movies most people don't Titus Peoples and I discuss the Netflix movie Bright, starring Will Smith - pre Chris Rock slap - and Deuce Bigalow: European Gigolo. Give it a listen and see if you agree with our takes!  How to support the show! Pure Spectrum CBD: Promo code AnxietyPod for 15% off! purespectrumcbd.com/ANXIETYPOD Buy Me a Coffee: https://www.buym...

Happy Thanksgiving everyone! Just popping in to say thanks for your support and to talk about five things causing me anxiety this Thanksgiving! How to support the show! Pure Spectrum CBD: Promo code AnxietyPod for 15% off! purespectrumcbd.com/ANXIETYPOD Buy Me a Coffee: https://www.buymeacoffee.com/givesmeanxiety Instacart: Instacart.oloiyb.net/Anxiety My Software Tutor - Promo Code pod20 for 20 p...

There's a lot of different ways the airport can cause people anxiety. Will I miss my plane, how would I get home then, what if they don't refund my ticket, will I even survive? To talk about anxiety associated with having to go to the airport I have my friend, comedian Hannah Levinson on. Also, to help manage that anxiety i'm joined by RTT Therapist Kate Semeniuk. How to support the...

Conspiracy theories are talked about a lot lately. How do they spread? Who is susceptible to believing them? What's social media's role in all of this? These are some of the questions I asked professor Joseph Uscinski, who studies conspiracy theory at the University of Miami. My good friend actor and comedian Dillon Geyselears puts on his tin foil hat with me.  How to support the show! P...

In episode 51 i'm featuring the full interview I did with Rita Soronen, CEO of The Dave Thomas Foundation. Their mission is to help facilitate the adoption of children from foster care to to spread awareness around adoption. How to support the show! Pure Spectrum CBD: Promo code AnxietyPod for 15% off! purespectrumcbd.com/ANXIETYPOD Buy Me a Coffee: https://www.buymeacoffee.com/givesmeanxiety...

In episode 1 of this new series I'm trying out, I'm joined by screenwriter and movie fan Titus Peoples. Yes, that's his real name. We talk about how embarrassing it can be to admit to liking movies most people hate while diving into Tom Green's Freddy Got Fingered and Jake Gyllenhaal's Bubble Boy. See if you agree with our takes.  How to support the show! Pure Spectrum CBD...

We've all had those times where we've felt out of control of our schedule. A trip with friends, visiting family, you name it. We like to know what to expect and not knowing what to expect can cause anxiety. To talk about being out of control of your schedule I have my friend, comedian, Meghan O'Malley back on the show and Dr. Terri Bacow, a Cognitive-Behavioral (CBT) Psychologist on...

Nina Mueller is a podcaster from Switzerland who lives in Israel. She's not afraid to get political on her podcast, called 'The Up Front Podcast'. Though hopefully the guests are respectful, which hasn't always been the case. In this episode, Nina and I discuss the challenges and anxiety associated with putting creative works out into a world that has no problem telling you exa...

Episode 47 features the full interview with Dr. Chuck Smith. Chuck works with people who are trying to get sober. He also offers an added element since he's in recovery himself.  Dr. Chuck Smith's book: https://www.amazon.com/Understanding-Addiction-Know-Science-Stigma/dp/173723520X Looking for help? Here's a link to the American Addiction Centers: americanaddictioncenters.org How t...

Until recently I had never heard of art therapy. Though I quickly realized I've used art therapy to help myself without realizing what I was doing! In this interview I spoke with Lindsay Lederman, ATR-BC, ATCS, LCAT, LPAT Art Therapist and Clinical Director The Art Therapy Project. Lindsay explains what art therapy is, how it can be helpful and where someone might find an art therapist! Check...

Public speaking is a huge fear that a lot of people have. Good news is that there are people out there like Roquita Johnson who can help! This is the full interview with Roquita Johnson, a certified public speaking coach. In our discussion she gives tips on how to improve your public speaking and how to relax a bit and enjoy it! How to support the show! Pure Spectrum CBD: Promo code AnxietyPod for...

The process of adoption can feel overwhelming. There's a lot of steps and the process can be drawn out. The good news is there's a lot more support out there than you think. In this episode I interview Rita Soronen, CEO of The Dave Thomas Foundation and Luke Ward, Comedian and Dad about adoption, what to expect and how in the end, it's all worth it. How to support the show! Pure Spe...

Charles Smith has had a rough go of it at times. He's lost his parents while young, he's battled addiction, homelessness, a traumatic brain injury while in the army. And yet Charles moves forward. In episode 43 Charles talks about his life and what helped him in his darkest moments.  How to support the show! Pure Spectrum CBD: Promo code AnxietyPod for 15% off! purespectrumcbd.com/ANXIET...

At one point or another we've all experienced a fear of failure. Unfortunately, it's ingrained in us. We all fail at some point in our lives, probably at a young age and then we're afraid of it later in life. Joining me to talk about the fear of failure, I have Silke Herwald who is a clinical hypnotherapist and photographer and small business owner, James Viola. How to support the s...