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Anxiously Okay

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Alec Baynes lives with social anxiety and mild Asperger's Syndrome. For more than twenty years, he believed it to be exclusive to himself and, aside from some minor medication, refused to seek help. On the verge of suicide at age 21, he made the decision to seek help from therapists. He is still alive today. Alec still battles anxiety, but since 2018, he has learned that anxiety is completely okay to have. Join Alec as he discusses his experiences with anxiety, how he manages it, and why it's okay to be anxious.

Be sure to visit the podcast's website and support the creator: www.mentalhealthnewsradionetwork.com

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Episodes

Chatting with Lynn Rae! 21.11.2022 38:24

Alec interviews Lynn Rae, a success coach, author, and speaker. Alec and Lynn discuss bipolar disorder, anxiety, and how to manage your mental health. LYNN'S WEBSITE & SOCIAL MEDIA: https://myjourneybacktomyself.ca/ https://www.facebook.com/LynnRae0727 https://www.linkedin.com/in/my-journey-back-to-myself-rae-21541533/ https://www.amazon.ca/BOOK-CREATING-YOUR-FANTASTIC-FUTURE/dp/177824100X/?utm_so...

I Got a New Job 07.11.2022 17:49

Alec discusses his new job and how his mental health has changed as a result. Music - "Armageddon" by Eleven Reasons: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=qui3N5L0HE4 Website: https://anxiouslyokay.com/ https://www.mentalhealthnewsradionetwork.com/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/anxiously_okay Twitch: https://www.twitch.tv/smartalec24

Why I Have Few Hobbies 24.10.2022 19:41

Alec discusses what has prevented him from seeking new hobbies as well as what got him into a few hobbies. Music - "Armageddon" by Eleven Reasons: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=qui3N5L0HE4 Website: https://anxiouslyokay.com/ https://www.mentalhealthnewsradionetwork.com/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/anxiously_okay Twitch: https://www.twitch.tv/smartalec24

Why I'm NOT A Doctor or Therapist 10.10.2022 19:30

Ever wondered why Alec is NOT a doctor or therapist? Allow him to explain. Music - "Armageddon" by Eleven Reasons: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=qui3N5L0HE4 Website: https://anxiouslyokay.com/ https://www.mentalhealthnewsradionetwork.com/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/anxiously_okay Twitch: https://www.twitch.tv/smartalec24

Is Mind Over Matter Accurate? 26.09.2022 17:58

Alec discusses the concept of "mind over matter" in relation to mental health. Music - "Armageddon" by Eleven Reasons: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=qui3N5L0HE4 Website: https://anxiouslyokay.com/ https://www.mentalhealthnewsradionetwork.com/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/anxiously_okay Twitch: https://www.twitch.tv/smartalec24

Let's Talk Meds (As Much As I Can) 12.09.2022 19:00

Alec discusses his history with taking medication to help manage his anxiety. Please note that Alec is only talking about his experiences, not promoting any specific medications. Please consult your doctor if you have questions about medication. Music - "Armageddon" by Eleven Reasons: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=qui3N5L0HE4 Website: https://anxiouslyokay.com/ https://www.mentalhealthnewsradion...

WHERE WERE YOU?! (Anxiously Okay Returns!) 29.08.2022 17:44

Alec was gone for a few months. But he's back!!!!! In this episode, Alec discusses why there was a break and what's coming up. Music - "Armageddon" by Eleven Reasons: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=qui3N5L0HE4 Website: https://anxiouslyokay.com/ https://www.mentalhealthnewsradionetwork.com/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/anxiously_okay Twitch: https://www.twitch.tv/smartalec24

Back From My Break (Discussing Forgiveness, Progress, Movies, etc.) 25.05.2022 41:36

Join Alec as he discusses what he's been up to for the past month, what he's practicing now, the progress he's made so far, and some movies he's watched that he related to in terms of mental health. (Note: This episode marked explicit due to a bit of foul language). Music - "Armageddon" by Eleven Reasons: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=qui3N5L0HE4 Website: https://anxiouslyokay.com/ https://www.m...

Advice I Did NOT Take and Setting Boundaries 18.04.2022 25:45

Alec discusses the small amount of advice he didn't take from therapists as well has why setting boundaries is important. Music - "Armageddon" by Eleven Reasons: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=qui3N5L0HE4 Website: https://anxiouslyokay.com/ https://www.mentalhealthnewsradionetwork.com/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/anxiously_okay Twitch: https://www.twitch.tv/smartalec24

My Experience With the National Suicide Hotline 04.04.2022 23:50

Alec discusses his experience calling the National Suicide Hotline. https://suicidepreventionlifeline.org/ 1-800-273-8255 Music - "Armageddon" by Eleven Reasons: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=qui3N5L0HE4 Website: https://anxiouslyokay.com/ https://www.mentalhealthnewsradionetwork.com/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/anxiously_okay Twitch: https://www.twitch.tv/smartalec24

Does Music Help My Mental Health? 23.03.2022 18:49

Alec discusses what music he listens to and how it affects his mental health. Music - "Armageddon" by Eleven Reasons: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=qui3N5L0HE4 Website: https://anxiouslyokay.com/ https://www.mentalhealthnewsradionetwork.com/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/anxiously_okay Twitch: https://www.twitch.tv/smartalec24

Writers' Block and Mental Health Update 07.03.2022 19:12

Alec discusses where his mental health is at today and talks briefly about writers' block. Music - "Armageddon" by Eleven Reasons: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=qui3N5L0HE4 Website: https://anxiouslyokay.com/ https://www.mentalhealthnewsradionetwork.com/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/anxiously_okay Twitch: https://www.twitch.tv/smartalec24

Baby Steps! Part 2 - Sit With It 21.02.2022 18:34

Join me as I discuss baby steps again, and why sitting with the progress you make is crucial. Music - "Armageddon" by Eleven Reasons: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=qui3N5L0HE4 Website: https://anxiouslyokay.com/ https://www.mentalhealthnewsradionetwork.com/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/anxiously_okay Twitch: https://www.twitch.tv/smartalec24

Don't Move On. Move Forward. 07.02.2022 22:55

If the phrase, "move on" has ever bothered you, then you aren't alone. Join me as I discuss "move forward" and how that can help improve your mental state. Music - "Armageddon" by Eleven Reasons: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=qui3N5L0HE4 Website: https://anxiouslyokay.com/ https://www.mentalhealthnewsradionetwork.com/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/anxiously_okay Twitch: https://www.twitch.tv/smar...

Season 2 Premiere! Discussing 2021, Now, and the Future 24.01.2022 17:15

Thank you all for your patience. Season 2 of Anxiously Okay is now live! Join me (Alec) as I discuss 2021 and how it impacts the present and future. New episodes every other Monday at 7am CST! Music - "Armageddon" by Eleven Reasons: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=qui3N5L0HE4 https://www.mentalhealthnewsradionetwork.com/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/anxiously_okay Twitch: https://www.twitch.tv/sma...

A Message from Alec (Final "Episode" in 2021!) 31.12.2021 3:54

This is just a quick message from Alec regarding the podcast and when to expect Season 2 of Anxiously Okay to begin! See you all in late January 2022! Music - "Armageddon" by Eleven Reasons: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=qui3N5L0HE4 https://www.mentalhealthnewsradionetwork.com/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/anxiously_okay Twitch: https://www.twitch.tv/smartalec24

Busy, Busy, Busy 13.12.2021 20:01

Everyone knows what being busy is like. But what's it like when you're busy and anxious? Join Alec as he discusses his recent experience being busy for a couple of weeks and how his mental health was affected. Music - "Armageddon" by Eleven Reasons: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=qui3N5L0HE4 https://www.mentalhealthnewsradionetwork.com/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/anxiously_okay Twitch: https://...

I Started Going For Walks 29.11.2021 22:23

Join Alec as he discusses how going for walks has improved his mental and physical health. Music - "Armageddon" by Eleven Reasons: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=qui3N5L0HE4 https://www.mentalhealthnewsradionetwork.com/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/anxiously_okay Twitch: https://www.twitch.tv/smartalec24

All Work and No Play Makes Alec a Dull Boy 15.11.2021 19:12

Work can be stressful. Join Alec as he discusses his current work situation, some work scenarios that have affected his anxiety, and what he's learned and done to manage his anxiety. Music - "Armageddon" by Eleven Reasons: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=qui3N5L0HE4 https://www.mentalhealthnewsradionetwork.com/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/anxiously_okay Twitch: https://www.twitch.tv/smartalec24

When You're Both Sick AND Anxious... 01.11.2021 22:46

Don't you hate being sick? Join Alec as he discusses his recent sickness episode as well as the anxiety that came from it. Music - "Armageddon" by Eleven Reasons: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=qui3N5L0HE4 https://www.mentalhealthnewsradionetwork.com/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/anxiously_okay Twitch: https://www.twitch.tv/smartalec24

Alec, Take the Wheel 18.10.2021 22:06

In today's episode, Alec discusses his experiences learning to drive while also managing his anxiety surrounding it. Alec recently appeared in an episode of Inside the Asperger's Studio with Reid Miles! Check out his stuff here: PODCAST LINK: https://www.mentalhealthnewsradionetwork.com/our-shows/inside-the-aspergers-studio/ EPISODE LINK: https://insidetheaspergersstudio.podbean.com/e/stories-epis...

Mental Health Education Growing Up 04.10.2021 15:57

In today's episode of Anxiously Okay, Alec discusses his (lack of) mental health education growing up. Music - "Armageddon" by Eleven Reasons: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=qui3N5L0HE4 https://www.mentalhealthnewsradionetwork.com/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/anxiously_okay Twitch: https://www.twitch.tv/smartalec24

Change Is Terrifying, But Necessary 20.09.2021 19:54

Today's episode is a bit different from the previous. Join Alec as he discusses some recent anxiety-related experiences, what he's doing to manage them, and what he's learned throughout these experiences. He also discusses changes he's making to his life as well as change in general. https://www.mentalhealthnewsradionetwork.com/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/anxiously_okay Twitch: https://www.twitc...

My Suicide Story 06.09.2021 38:23

In honor of Suicide Prevention Week, join Alec as he discusses his experience with suicidal thoughts and tendencies. If you are struggling with suicidal thoughts, there is hope. Please visit your local emergency center, call 911, or call 1-800-273-8255. More resources below: crisistextline.org thetrevorproject.org veteranscrisisline.net nami.org

Was I Misdiagnosed? Does It Matter? 23.08.2021 24:08

Is it possible that I was misdiagnosed with Asperger's when it was really just anxiety? Join me (Alec) as I discuss my diagnosis of Asperger's syndrome and why it might have been a misdiagnosis. I also discuss if it truly does affect my present and future. https://www.mentalhealthnewsradionetwork.com/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/anxiously_okay Twitch: https://www.twitch.tv/smartalec24