Anxiety Simplified - Beyond Traditional Psychology

In this episode Joanne Williams, LCSW discusses how we see the world thru fears eyes and a way to change that lens. Summary of today Podcast:  The World Is a Lot Less Screwed up Than We Think It Is Long-term trends look good. 5 Classes of worries and ways to handle them  Today I want to share 10 things that are getting better in our world in an article by Concoda and How our chronic fears fall int...

Joanne Williams, as a 30 years Mental Health Professional after Looking into studies, if components of Marijuana could help with Anxiety. She Does not support marijuana use or use of substances in general, since they are covering up symptoms, instead of resolving them. I recommend finding ways to resolve your anxiety and get skills or strategies to reduce it without substances for a lifetime of be...

Joanne Interviews Pattie Grimm who has a bestselling book Quiet Women Never Changed History – Be Strong, Stand Up and Stand Out.  H er story of the grit needed to set her pathway as a women leader in top tier companies.  Now her mission is to inspire other women to go beyond fear or anxiety. See Part one Podcast # 52 we discussed how to create a vision to keep the focus to move into a Leadership c...

Today we have a special guest, Pattie Grimm, who is the author of Quiet women never changed History, part 1 Pattie's shares- 5 Proven steps to empower women into leadership positions with a vision. This is inspiring guide on how to focus in on your own personal strengths and to build that confidence to propel yourself forward with clarity on your career path.  She was a senior leader for several c...

I am sharing a special REPORT of how we need women back in the workforce, if we want the US to get back to the #1 Economic power in the world. Hear the evidence of the difference that women are making in the world as leaders.  And how you as a women can find your strengths to show your value to get back into the work force because we need you right now. I am going to ask you a Question: Do you kno...

Today's podcast is special.  It is my 50th Podcast that I want to combine some of the components of other podcasts that can truly change your life, if you choose to implement some new practices. This podcast is for those who want to achieve a new perspective, to create a new Practice in moments of time to start to understanding how to control your mind, our thoughts and our emotions. We will inclu...

Anxiety Simplified and Joanne Williams are celebrating 1 year anniversary doing podcasts every week. I am offering a frameable print of the 7 Attitudes of Mindfulness for your desk to remind you of living mindfulness qualities. These 7 attitudes can be life changing. The 7 Attitudes of Mindfulness according to Kabat-Zinn Being Non-Judgmental- "Just noticing" SIT WITH IT Beginner's Mind- Approach e...

Joanne Williams, LCSW discusses Anxiety affects on relationships. Don't we all know the worrier in relationships and how they say they will do something and then change their mind at the last minute, after the tickets are bought? Anxiety can get between not only partners, but friends or couples and seem to control the entire experience.  It can be frustrating for everyone to the point where you do...

Joanne Williams explains from a therapist perspective some of the most common obstacles and remedies for healthy relationships. Todays podcast is part 1 or 2 Part 1 about 11 keys to creating healthy happy relationships at home and work. Part 2 or next week's podcast will be about how anxiety can be an obstacle in relationships and 10 keys to creating and keeping a health relationship. Why are rela...

In this episode Joanne Williams, LCSW discusses the Vagus nerve and how to use to it to lower BP, heart rate, depression, anxiety, PTSD and other stress responses. And dozens of other medical issues. Summary of Todays show: 7 ways to increase your Vagus nerve activity Go from fight-or-flight into rest-and-digest within minutes told by scientists We will do an actual demonstration of how to activat...

The summary of today's podcast is a meditation lead by Joanne Williams for Allowing Quiet time for an overthinking brain. This is a meditation to show you how to create 'Your Time' to Listen to your inner voice once you can quiet your busy overactive brain. Take a moment to find your center. Focus on your Breath; in through your nose and out through your mouth. Place your attention above your head...

The summary of today show is a very timely subject of how to cope with the struggles of isolation in a the times of the Pandemic. Interview with my guest Nicole Cimmarusti who is a college student at UC Davis in California studying Psychology. She interviews Joanne on how Covid 19 has impacted people in general and client with Emotional Support Animals  (ESAs) and Psychiatric Service Dogs (PSD).  ...

Joanne Williams discusses How lack of sleep can affect your health and 15 ways to Improve your sleep and 3 ways to help you sleep better, even with anxiety interferes with you good sleep. Sleep is a necessity and yet we seem to treat it like not getting enough sleep will come without consequences. The research will challenge you on this, sleep is necessary for good health. We will share15 ways to...

In this episode Joanne Williams, LCSW discusses the costs of Social Anxiety and  A help guide learning new skills and adopting a different outlook if you feel socially awkward In this episode Joanne Williams, LCSW discusses solutions for social an xiety and how it starts, it is not your fault. 3 Solutions to manage Social Anxiety What is anxiety costing you?  A relationship, fun and excitement tha...

In this episode Joanne Williams, LCSW discusses a new study showing that a scary number of our teens that are struggling and need our Help even when many of them don't realize it. 4 Strategies you Can Use to Help your Teen or Your Teens Friends to develop skills to deal with these imposing emotions. Summary of Todays show: Our teens are getting more overwhelmed than we may be aware of. I will shar...

9 ways to get unstuck when you feel hurt, betrayal or overwhelmed. Summary: How to Change your focus from hurt to happiness. Focus on what you want next in your life to move on Focus on a lesson learned to not repeat again. How could be better off from experiencing this? Use your Intention for the Long term instead of on the short term Don't blame anyone or yourself- Take responsibility! In my cou...

Joanne Williams discusses why if you can live to 60 years old then statistically you can live to 80 years old. Summary of today: How having Emotional Intelligent or Emotional Quotient can help you live longer. What are the factors in living through your 50's healthfully? EQ or EI what is Emotional Quotient or Emotional Intelligence My new theory on why living through your 50's can be especially ha...

Joanne Williams discusses:  How to create a Psychopath- Never Say NO to them, or set any boundaries on them that is the simple answer. What is a psychopath or a narcissistic and how can we protect ourselves from them Treatment options Question of the day is: Can a Psychopath be treated? This is a cautionary tale for parents and society why boundaries and saying no is so important for a functioning...

In this episode Joanne Williams, LCSW discusses with Steven Ray Marks, author of The Weight Loss Habit: The No BS, No Gimmick, (Sort Of) Easy Way to Lose Weight and Keep It Off Forever Steven started his childhood wealthy, then suddenly switched to being raised by a poor single mother working nights after his attorney father got caught stealing from his clients. He has a BA in Economics from Georg...

In this episode Joanne Williams, LCSW discusses with Debbie Weisman the Dream Coach, She a Best-selling Author,  Writer or contributor to 29 books, including Chicken Soup for the Soul, In addition to her coaching work, Debbie is the co-owner of a film and video production company with films including the film What the Bleep Do We Know! and the Dreaming Heaven a spiritual documentary.   Debbie is a...

In this episode: Joanne Williams, LCSW discusses with Eva Vennari, NC, Nutritional Counselor and Holistic Health Practitioner how our body is involved and affected by our emotional health. Eva is a formerly sick corporate ladder climber turned holistic practitioner and she works virtually with high performers as their secret weapon to stay in the game without burnout. It's science-based, - no tren...

Summary of today : How we use Superstitions in our everyday life Why do we use Superstitions Reasons we believe Superstition work? What are the Superstitions that Tom Brady and Patrick Mahomes use Question of the day is: Do Superstitions work? Listen for how you can use Rituals and Superstitions like these pros to be a part of the game of a success Life. As rational as we are as people, we do beli...

In this episode Joanne Williams, LCSW discusses with Becky Curran Kekula after 1,000 applications. 100 interviews. Four months. Three temporary positions. This may sound like the premise for this holiday season's new comedy - but it's not. It is, however, the real-life experience of Becky Curran Kekula, who ended up working behind the scenes in the film industry for the first part of her career. B...

In this episode Joanne Williams, LCSW discusses with Simon Chadwick a South African born, British educated, American citizen. Grew up as the son of a prominent anti-apartheid activist, lived in two totalitarian societies so African and Kenya and sees it happening in the USA. He has a Career as CEO in Italy, UK and USA. Owner of a firm of management consultants. Intensely interested in and concerne...

In this episode Joanne Williams, LCSW discusses with Simon Chadwick a South African born, British educated, American citizen. Grew up as the son of a prominent anti-apartheid activist, lived in two totalitarian societies so African and Kenya and sees it happening in the USA. He has a Career as CEO in Italy, UK and USA. Owner of a firm of management consultants. Intensely interested in and concerne...