Calmly Coping

Exercise is about more than just losing weight and getting into physical shape.  Exercise is massively important for your mental health and for decreasing anxiety, and in this podcast episode I'm going to share why, along with my top 4 tips for how to make exercising a regular habit!   In this episode you will learn: The research and science supporting the benefits of exercise for your mental heal...

In this episode I'm speaking with Lindsey Varney, an Ayurvedic lifestyle coach, all about how the food you eat and the awareness you bring to your daily life has an impact on your mental health. Lindsey talks about her struggles with anxiety and how this manifested in digestive issues, as well as her journey to discovering Ayurveda and whole body techniques to supplement her healing. If you have e...

Self-sabotage is when you get in your own way and prevent yourself from truly working towards the goals you have for yourself, your relationships, your health, career, education, or any other important goal. If you have been struggling to reach your goals or have successful relationships and find that you can get in your own way but don't know why, then this episode is perfect for you. In this epi...

Are you sick of always procrastinating and waiting until the last minute to get things done? In this episode, I interview Nadalie Bardo.  Nadalie is here to help you slay your goals, so you can pursue your boss life with confidence + action.  Her first book, Conquer Procrastination, is now available wherever books are sold, including Amazon and Barnes & Noble.   In this episode we discuss: Nadalie...

Kerri is an online coach for female solopreneurs who want to travel the world and become digital nomads.  In this episode, you will learn all about Kerri's incredible journey from an "anxiety-ridden waitress" who was psychiatrically hospitalized at her lowest point, to becoming a mental health advocate and entrepreneur by prioritizing her mental health and self-care. In this episode we discuss:  ➡...

When you're overwhelmed, it can make it difficult to focus, get things done, think properly, and get motivated. If you struggle with feeling overwhelmed with tasks, responsibilities, thoughts, and emotions, then this episode is perfect for you. In this episode you will learn: My 5 step process to cope with feeling OVERWHELMED Why you need to adjust your expectations for what you can get done The m...

When you have difficulty getting to sleep at night, it can be so frustrating.  You probably wish you could just lie down at night and sleep, but your thoughts won't stop and sleep feels elusive.   If you struggle with endless thoughts keeping you up at night, then this episode is perfect for you.   In this episode you will learn: My 7 tips to use to help you stop overthinking at night The secret w...

Jaclyn is a licensed mental health therapist, online anxiety coach, & host of The Anxious Therapist podcast. She shares raw, real, relatable content to remind people we are never alone.   In this episode, you will learn: How your upbringing and trauma can influence anxiety How people-pleasing, perfectionism, and the need to be in control are actually symptoms of anxiety Trauma is much more common...

Are you feeling anxious or overwhelmed? Feeling this way can be so uncomfortable and sometimes it can seem like there is no solution that will help you feel better. Cultivating calm and joy is best done by the small habits you put into place each and everyday.  In this episode, I'm going to be explaining my top 8 daily habits to help you calm anxiety and overwhelm. Takeaways you will have from thi...

We all have the same number of hours in a day, are you spending your time wisely? And does spending a lot of time on social media have a negative impact on your mood? Social media is pervasive now, so it's important to be aware of its impact on your mental health and be more intentional with how you choose to spend your time.   In this episode you are going to learn: 12 tips to use social media mo...

Too much of anything can be a bad thing. Social media has ingrained itself into our society and has had a massive impact on how we interact and socialize with each other. It can be a great way to connect with others, but can also result in feeling disconnected from others and encourages comparison, feelings of FOMO (fear of missing out), and other impacts on mental health, including anxiety and de...

Why you always need to be busy.   Do you struggle with finding time to relax?  Actually disconnecting from work, responsibilities, stress, and truly enjoying your life?  When you have too much on your plate, or you put too much pressure on yourself, and you struggle with anxiety and overthinking… relaxation can seem elusive.  In this episode I am going to discuss 5 mistakes that are preventing you...

Many people fear that if they don't put such high, perfectionistic expectations on themselves… then their work will suffer and it will affect how others view them.  And while perfectionism definitely propels you forward into doing things well, it also holds you back through overthinking & putting way too much pressure on yourself. In this episode, I'm going to help you understand the root causes o...

It is so easy to tell yourself that you will get to it later: after I check my email, after I check social media, let me just watch this quick YouTube video… I'll have more motivation after I take a break, maybe I'll just have a quick snack…  And so on, and so on, and so on… I know because this is literally the thought process I go through whenever I procrastinate, and that happens often when I do...

If somebody told you that you could improve your happiness and life satisfaction in only 5 minutes a day, would you believe them? The 5 minute tip I will be talking about today is gratitude. I will be talking about more than just what gratitude is, but also about what makes practicing gratitude more difficult, and referencing the numerous studies supporting the benefits of gratitude, and how you c...

Relationships can be a significant anxiety trigger.  Your anxiety could be triggered by the fear of conflict, feeling pressure or expectations from your loved ones or family members, or possibly from a fear of disappointing them…   These are just a few examples as to why you might feel anxious around your family or loved ones.   The thing is… the opinions of the people that are closest to you matt...

You are looking to make a change in your life by improving your outlook and making positive changes.  So which is the right choice for you- individual therapy or coaching?  Are they just the same thing? The answer is a resounding no, and I am going to break down the differences to help you make the best choice for your needs and the stage you are currently at in your life. In this episode you will...

Do you overthink things a lot?  Are you a high-achieving perfectionist who has difficulty saying no, always needs to be busy, has impossibly high standards, and appears put together, calm, and successful to others?  And yet you are struggling with self-doubt, worrying, and overanalyzing things on the inside? You might have high-functioning anxiety. Today we're going to talk all about high-function...

There is one thing we all do that makes you feel worse than you have to… and this results in increased stress and anxiety, and a worse mood. Learn what this one thing is, and concrete steps you can take to stop it! Takeaways you will have from this episode: Why you do this one thing and how it negatively impacts your mood What the second dart is and how this adds to your suffering The number one q...

This has been a long road and it still continues.  Even though things may be slowly reopening- things are certainly not back to normal yet. How can you cope with the anxiety & depression that might come up regarding our changed lives- the fear of returning to work, getting sick, financial stresses, relationship stress, or the loss of normal social interaction & life events? Takeaways you will have...

Coping skills are incredibly useful for dealing with anxiety and all of the things that might come up when you have anxiety: overthinking, difficulty breathing, panic attacks, negative thoughts, worries, muscle tension, the list goes on…. So coping skills are good …. Right? The answer is complicated.. And I'm going to spend this time today helping you understand it so you can manage your emotions,...

Overthinking, wandering thoughts, negative thoughts, worrying, and thinking of the worst-case scenario are all big problems that can make you feel so out of control and so uncomfortable.  This episode you are going to learn my top and most effective tips for calming anxious thoughts in the moment immediately.   Takeaways you will have from this episode: The #1 question to ask yourself to defuse yo...

Anxiety can make it difficult for you to focus, relax, and cope with day-to-day stress.  Maybe you feel burnt out from your responsibilities and have not put enough attention towards caring for yourself and your needs.  It's common to have feelings of overwhelm, irritability, fears and worries, and physical symptoms. Relief from anxiety is possible.  The first step to finding relief is becoming mo...

Welcome! Learn how to cope with anxiety and gain increased clarity so you can get unstuck and live a calmer, more fulfilling life. In this introductory episode I will be telling you all about myself, why I started this podcast, and what you can expect from future episodes. Calmly Coping is a self-improvement podcast for overthinkers who struggle with anxiety.  Calmly Coping is not about *fixing* y...