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Anxiety doesn’t just affect your thoughts—it affects your body as well. Many people unknowingly carry stress in the form of tight shoulders, a clenched jaw, neck pain, headaches, or chronic muscle tension. In this excerpt from Rewire Your Anxious Brain: How to Use the Neuroscience of Fear to Overcome Anxiety, Panic, and Worry (Second Edition), you’ll discover why anxiety creates physical tension and how that tension can leave you feeling exhausted, even when you’re not aware of it.
What’s in this episode?In this episode, you’ll learn how to practice Progressive Muscle Relaxation, a simple, evidence-based technique that helps calm the nervous system by systematically releasing tension throughout the body. With regular practice, this powerful exercise can help reduce stress, ease anxious feelings, and create a greater sense of relaxation, balance, and well-being.
What are the benefits of Progressive Muscle Relaxation?• Feel calmer and more relaxed throughout the day
• Reduce the physical symptoms of anxiety and stress
• Ease tension in the jaw, neck, shoulders, back, and other trouble spots
• Conserve energy by eliminating unnecessary muscle tension
• Improve your ability to cope with stressful situations
• Quiet the body’s “fight-or-flight” response
• Experience greater physical comfort and emotional resilience
• Build a practical relaxation skill that becomes more effective with practice
Catherine M. Pittman, PhD, is an associate professor at Saint Mary’s College in Notre Dame, IN. A licensed clinical psychologist in private practice in South Bend, IN, she specializes in the treatment of brain injuries and anxiety disorders. She is a member of the Anxiety and Depression Association of America (ADAA) and provides workshops and seminars on the topics of anxiety and stress.
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Rewire Your Anxious Brain: How to Use the Neuroscience of Fear to Overcome Anxiety, Panic, and Worry (Second Edition)You Can Buy or Download this Audiobook Free from:
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This episode is brought to you by Wetware Media. Check out Wetware Media’s catalog of 100+ audiobooks — specializing in psychology, spirituality, self-help, personal growth, and guided meditations. Wetware Media audiobooks offer actionable, expert advice to ease anxiety, improve meditation and mindfulness, calm emotions, and help create a life you’ll love.
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Discover the brain pathways behind anxiety—and the potential for change.
What’s actually happening in your brain when anxiety takes over? In this excerpt from the new and best-selling audiobook Rewire Your Anxious Brain: How to Use the Neuroscience of Fear to Overcome Anxiety, Panic, and Worry (Second Edition), you’ll discover how the brain creates fear and worry—and why it’s more capable of change than you might think. Understanding these pathways can help you begin taking back control.
What’s in this episode?In this episode, we’re sharing an excerpt from the new audiobook Rewire Your Anxious Brain: How to Use the Neuroscience of Fear to Overcome Anxiety, Panic, and Worry (Second Edition), by psychologist Dr. Catherine Pittman and Elizabeth Karle, as they delve into the empowering topic of changing thinking patterns. Tune in to discover their tips on cognitive restructuring, which can help to reduce anxiety-inducing thoughts.
Catherine M. Pittman, PhD, is an associate professor at Saint Mary’s College in Notre Dame, IN. A licensed clinical psychologist in private practice in South Bend, IN, she specializes in the treatment of brain injuries and anxiety disorders. She is a member of the Anxiety and Depression Association of America (ADAA) and provides workshops and seminars on the topics of anxiety and stress.
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Mastery Mindset: Embracing Challenge and Finding Your Purpose
Overcome Anxiety with Mindfulness
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Download our FREE eBook: Calm Your Mind: 50 Effective Strategies to Relieve Anxiety & Stress.
Rewire Your Anxious Brain: How to Use the Neuroscience of Fear to Overcome Anxiety, Panic, and Worry (Second Edition)You Can Buy or Download this Audiobook Free from:
Audible US
AAudible UK
This episode is brought to you by Wetware Media. Check out Wetware Media’s catalog of 100+ audiobooks — specializing in psychology, spirituality, self-help, personal growth, and guided meditations. Wetware Media audiobooks offer actionable, expert advice to ease anxiety, improve meditation and mindfulness, calm emotions, and help create a life you’ll love.
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Healing after a breakup can feel impossible, but it’s the key to reclaiming your life and confidence. In the audiobook Who Am I Without You?: Fifty-Two Ways to Rebuild Self-Esteem After a Breakup, Dr. Christina Hibbert shows you how to move through the pain, not around it. In this episode, we dive into her powerful Tears method—a practical approach that guides you through grief by embracing your emotions. By allowing yourself to fully experience your pain, you can unlock the strength needed to rebuild and heal from within.
Today’s excerpt from the audiobook Who Am I Without You?: Fifty-Two Ways to Rebuild Self-Esteem After a Breakup is more than just advice—it’s a roadmap for emotional healing after a breakup. If you’ve been feeling stuck or unsure about how to move forward, Dr. Hibbert’s compassionate guidance offers the clarity and tools you need to rebuild your self-esteem and move through the heartbreak with resilience. Don’t miss this powerful, transformative episode.
What’s in this episode?In this episode, we’re featuring an excerpt from the audiobook Who Am I Without You?: Fifty-Two Ways to Rebuild Self-Esteem After a Breakup by Dr. Christina Hibbert, where you’ll discover a powerful method for healing after a breakup. Instead of avoiding or numbing your grief, Dr. Hibbert shows you how embracing your emotions and processing them with the right tools can be the key to rebuilding your confidence. You’ll explore the Tears method—a practical framework for grieving, with steps like talking, exercise, and creative expression, to help you move through the pain and start healing. If you’ve been struggling to find a way forward after a breakup, this episode offers a compassionate and actionable approach to reclaiming your strength.
If you like what you hear today, the audio version of “**Who Am I Without You?: Fifty-Two Ways to Rebuild Self-Esteem After a Breakup**“ is available on Audible, and you can listen to it for free as part of your premium Spotify membership.
This podcast is supported by:
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It’s not easy to overcome fear after a breakup, but you don’t have to let it keep you from moving forward. In the audiobook Who Am I Without You?: Fifty-Two Ways to Rebuild Self-Esteem After a Breakup, Dr. Christina Hibbert shows you how to overcome fear and take back control of your life. This powerful excerpt helps you recognize fear for what it really is and empowers you to rebuild your confidence.
Today’s episode features an inspiring excerpt from the audiobook Who Am I Without You?: Fifty-Two Ways to Rebuild Self-Esteem After a Breakup, offering practical insights to help you overcome fear and embrace a brighter future. If you’ve been feeling paralyzed by fear or uncertain of how to move on, this episode will give you the tools to step into the life you deserve.
What’s in this episode?In this episode, we’re featuring an excerpt from the audiobook Who Am I Without You?: Fifty-Two Ways to Rebuild Self-Esteem After a Breakup by Dr. Christina Hibbert, where you’ll learn how to overcome fear by recognizing it as an emotion—not a warning. Instead of letting fear dictate your choices, Dr. Hibbert shares how naming and feeling fear can take away its power and help you move forward with confidence. You’ll discover the difference between fear and true inner warnings, and how understanding that difference can open the door to healing and growth. If fear has been keeping you stuck after heartbreak, this excerpt offers a compassionate and practical path to reclaiming your strength.
If you like what you hear today, the audio version of “**Who Am I Without You?: Fifty-Two Ways to Rebuild Self-Esteem After a Breakup**“ is available on Audible, and you can listen to it for free as part of your premium Spotify membership.
This podcast is supported by:
Wetware Media. Check out Wetware Media’s catalog of 100+ audiobooks — specializing in psychology, spirituality, self-help, personal growth, and guided meditations to help you create a life you’ll love!
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Healing After a Breakup: Build a Support System
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Download our FREE eBook: Calm Your Mind: 50 Effective Strategies to Relieve Anxiety & Stress.
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Note that the information in this episode is of a general nature and is furnished for your knowledge and understanding only. If you have symptoms, including but not limited to any that resemble symptoms described in this episode, you should visit your doctor or health care provider for a full evaluation.
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Worry often shows up uninvited—flooding your mind with “what ifs” and worst-case scenarios—but you can break the cycle of worry by learning to interrupt those anxious thoughts as they happen. In the audiobook The Worry Trick: How Your Brain Tricks You Into Expecting the Worst and What You Can Do About It, Dr. David Carbonell introduces a surprisingly simple technique to track and disrupt worry in real time—using nothing more than a bottle of Tic Tacs. By turning awareness into action, this small daily habit helps bring anxious thinking out of the shadows and puts you back in control.
Today, we’re sharing an excerpt from The Worry Trick: How Your Brain Tricks You Into Expecting the Worst and What You Can Do About It, where Dr. Carbonell explains how becoming more aware of your anxious thoughts—rather than avoiding them—can help reduce their power over time. If you’re stuck in a loop of worry and overthinking, this practical strategy can help you shift your mindset and finally break the cycle of worry.
What’s in this episode?In this episode, we’re featuring an excerpt from the audiobook The Worry Trick: How Your Brain Tricks You Into Expecting the Worst and What You Can Do About It by Dr. David Carbonell, where you’ll learn how to break the cycle of worry by becoming more aware of your anxious thoughts in the moment. Instead of trying to push worry away or distract yourself, Dr. Carbonell introduces a simple, surprising strategy that helps you track those “what if” thoughts as they happen. You’ll discover how a small shift in awareness can reduce the power of anxious thinking and give you a greater sense of control. If you’re tired of overthinking and feeling stuck in worry loops, this excerpt offers a practical and empowering way to quiet your mind—one Tic Tac at a time.
If you like what you hear today, the audio version of “***The Worry Trick: How Your Brain Tricks You Into Expecting the Worst and What You Can Do About It**“* is available on Audible, and you can listen to it for free as part of your premium Spotify membership.
This podcast is supported by:
Wetware Media. Check out Wetware Media’s catalog of 100+ audiobooks — specializing in psychology, spirituality, self-help, personal growth, and guided meditations to help you create a life you’ll love!
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Note that the information in this episode is of a general nature and is furnished for your knowledge and understanding only. If you have symptoms, including but not limited to any that resemble symptoms described in this episode, you should visit your doctor or health care provider for a full evaluation.
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Conquering loneliness isn’t just about meeting new people—it’s about changing the way you relate to yourself and the world. In the audiobook The Emotionally Sensitive Person: Finding Peace When Your Emotions Overwhelm You, psychologist Karyn D. Hall unpacks the quiet fears and harsh self-judgments that keep us at a distance from the connection we crave. With clarity and compassion, she offers practical tools for breaking those patterns and building relationships that feel genuine and nourishing.
It’s natural to protect yourself from hurt, but that self-protection can sometimes deepen the very loneliness you’re trying to avoid. In this excerpt from The Emotionally Sensitive Person: Finding Peace When Your Emotions Overwhelm You, Hall reveals how small, intentional shifts in thinking and behavior can help you begin conquering loneliness from the inside out. Whether you’re healing from painful experiences, struggling with self-doubt, or unsure how to reach out, this episode is a powerful reminder: connection is possible, and it starts with you.
What’s in this episode?In this episode, we’re featuring an excerpt from the audiobook The Emotionally Sensitive Person: Finding Peace When Your Emotions Overwhelm You by Karyn D. Hall, where you’ll explore what keeps loneliness in place—and how to begin letting it go. Rather than focusing solely on social skills or surface-level fixes, Dr. Hall dives into the deeper fears and beliefs that make connection feel risky. You’ll learn how small mindset shifts and intentional actions can gently move you toward more fulfilling relationships and a greater sense of belonging. If you’ve ever felt torn between wanting closeness and fearing rejection, this excerpt offers thoughtful, encouraging guidance for conquering loneliness in a way that feels safe and sustainable.
If you like what you hear today, the audio version of “**The Emotionally Sensitive Person: Finding Peace When Your Emotions Overwhelm You****“ is available on Audible, and you can listen to it for free as part of your premium Spotify membership.
This podcast is supported by:
Wetware Media. Check out Wetware Media’s catalog of 100+ audiobooks — specializing in psychology, spirituality, self-help, personal growth, and guided meditations to help you create a life you’ll love!
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Note that the information in this episode is of a general nature and is furnished for your knowledge and understanding only. If you have symptoms, including but not limited to any that resemble symptoms described in this episode, you should visit your doctor or health care provider for a full evaluation.
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Break habits by shifting your mindset—not by doubling down on discipline. When it comes to lasting change, most of us rely on willpower and rigid rules—but what if the real key to transformation is letting go of what you think you know? In the audiobook The Little Book of Big Change: The No-Willpower Approach to Breaking Any Habit, Dr. Amy Johnson shares how adopting a curious, open mindset can unlock powerful, lasting insight.
Today, we’ll explore a thought-provoking excerpt from the audiobook The Little Book of Big Change: The No-Willpower Approach to Breaking Any Habit, where Dr. Amy Johnson introduces the surprisingly powerful concept of “showing up dumb.” It’s about dropping the ego, ditching your assumptions, and approaching change with open eyes and a quiet mind. If you’re tired of white-knuckling your way through habit change, this excerpt offers a refreshing shift: real transformation doesn’t come from trying harder—it comes from getting out of your own way and letting insight rise to the surface.
What’s in this episode?In this episode, we’re featuring an excerpt from the audiobook The Little Book of Big Change: The No-Willpower Approach to Breaking Any Habit by Dr. Amy Johnson, where you’ll discover the concept of “showing up dumb”—a powerful mindset shift that clears away rigid thinking and opens the door to lasting change. Instead of relying on discipline or willpower to break habits, Dr. Johnson explains how approaching your habits with curiosity, not certainty, can help you break free from old patterns. If you’ve struggled to change a habit no matter how hard you’ve tried, this excerpt offers a fresh, empowering perspective that makes change feel natural—like something you discover, not something you force.
If you like what you hear today, the audio version of “***The Little Book of Big Change: The No-Willpower Approach to Breaking Any Habit*****” is available on Audible, and you can listen to it for free as part of your premium Spotify membership.
This podcast is supported by:
Wetware Media. Check out Wetware Media’s catalog of 100+ audiobooks — specializing in psychology, spirituality, self-help, personal growth, and guided meditations to help you create a life you’ll love!
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Break Free from Panic with a simple but counterintuitive approach that challenges your instincts. During a panic attack, your gut reaction might be to escape, resist, or hide—but these behaviors can actually make anxiety worse. In the audiobook Panic Attacks Workbook: A Guided Program for Beating the Panic Trick, Dr. David Carbonell introduces the “Rule of Opposites”—a powerful strategy for reversing the panic cycle. By doing the opposite of what panic urges you to do, you can regain a sense of calm, confidence, and control.
Today, we’re featuring an excerpt from Panic Attacks Workbook: A Guided Program for Beating the Panic Trick, where Dr. Carbonell explains how small shifts—like relaxing your grip, observing your surroundings, or even laughing—can help you break free from panic and take back your peace of mind. If panic attacks have ever left you feeling stuck, this practical and reassuring episode offers a new way forward.
What’s in this episode?In this episode, we’re featuring an excerpt from Panic Attacks Workbook: A Guided Program for Beating the Panic Trick by Dr. David Carbonell, where you’ll discover the Rule of Opposites—an eye-opening approach that turns your panic response on its head. Rather than following the urge to fight or flee, you’ll explore how doing the opposite can ease anxiety and stop the cycle of fear. Whether you’re navigating panic on a plane, in traffic, or during daily stress, this technique offers a clear, practical way to break free from panic and reclaim your sense of calm.
If you like what you hear today, the audio version of “**Panic Attacks Workbook: A Guided Program for Beating the Panic Trick****” is available on Audible, and you can listen to it for free as part of your premium Spotify membership.
This podcast is supported by:
Wetware Media. Check out Wetware Media’s catalog of 100+ audiobooks — specializing in psychology, spirituality, self-help, personal growth, and guided meditations to help you create a life you’ll love!
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The WAIT method is a gentle, powerful way to navigate overwhelming emotions and regain your sense of calm. If you’ve ever felt hijacked by your feelings—swept up in anxiety, frustration, or sadness—this simple practice can help you pause, reflect, and respond with clarity. In the audiobook The Emotionally Sensitive Person: Finding Peace When Your Emotions Overwhelm You, psychologist Karyn D. Hall introduces the WAIT method: Watch, Accept, Investigate, Take time. It’s a mindful, step-by-step approach to help you break free from reactive patterns and build emotional resilience.
Today, we’re featuring an excerpt from The Emotionally Sensitive Person: Finding Peace When Your Emotions Overwhelm You by Karyn D. Hall. Whether you’re navigating emotional sensitivity, relationship stress, or simply looking for a more grounded way to cope with tough moments, the WAIT method offers a clear path forward. By practicing mindfulness and self-acceptance, you can learn to trust your emotions—without letting them control you.
What’s in this episode?In this episode, we’re sharing an excerpt from the audiobook The Emotionally Sensitive Person: Finding Peace When Your Emotions Overwhelm You by Karyn D. Hall that introduces the WAIT method—a simple, four-step practice for managing intense emotions. You’ll learn how to pause, observe, and respond with clarity, helping you ease anxiety and find calm in emotionally charged moments.
If you like what you hear today, the audio version of “**The Emotionally Sensitive Person: Finding Peace When Your Emotions Overwhelm You**” is available on Audible, and you can listen to it for free as part of your premium Spotify membership.
This podcast is supported by:
Wetware Media. Check out Wetware Media’s catalog of 100+ audiobooks — specializing in psychology, spirituality, self-help, personal growth, and guided meditations to help you create a life you’ll love!
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Note that the information in this episode is of a general nature and is furnished for your knowledge and understanding only. If you have symptoms, including but not limited to any that resemble symptoms described in this episode, you should visit your doctor or health care provider for a full evaluation.
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Calm anxiety and worry with a simple shift in how you breathe. When anxiety strikes, it often shows up in our bodies—tight chests, shallow breaths, a sense of suffocation. But as Dr. David Carbonell explains in the audiobook The Worry Trick: How Your Brain Tricks You into Expecting the Worst and What You Can Do About It, these symptoms aren’t signs of danger—they’re just your body sounding a false alarm. In this excerpt, he shares a practical belly breathing exercise to ease physical discomfort and help you feel grounded again.
Today, we’re featuring an excerpt from the audiobook The Worry Trick: How Your Brain Tricks You into Expecting the Worst and What You Can Do About It by Dr. David Carbonell. If you’ve ever felt like you “can’t catch your breath” during anxious moments, this powerful breathing technique is a great place to start. It’s a gentle, effective way to calm anxiety and worry—and to begin building a more peaceful relationship with your thoughts.
What’s in this episode?In this episode, we’re sharing an excerpt from the audiobook The Worry Trick: How Your Brain Tricks You into Expecting the Worst and What You Can Do About It** by Dr. David Carbonell that reveals how anxiety disrupts your breathing—and what you can do about it. You’ll learn a simple, science-backed belly breathing technique to calm anxiety and worry, ease physical tension, and regain calm and clarity.
If you like what you hear today, the audio version of “*The Worry Trick: How Your Brain Tricks You into Expecting the Worst and What You Can Do About It*” is available on Audible, and you can listen to it for free as part of your premium Spotify membership.
This podcast is supported by:
Wetware Media. Check out Wetware Media’s catalog of 100+ audiobooks — specializing in psychology, spirituality, self-help, personal growth, and guided meditations to help you create a life you’ll love!
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Note that the information in this episode is of a general nature and is furnished for your knowledge and understanding only. If you have symptoms, including but not limited to any that resemble symptoms described in this episode, you should visit your doctor or health care provider for a full evaluation.
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Manage Overwhelming Emotions and break free from the cycle of intrusive thoughts. Negative self-talk—like “I’m not good enough” or “I can’t handle this”—can feel relentless, but you don’t have to stay stuck. In the audiobook Who Am I Without You?: Fifty-Two Ways to Rebuild Self-Esteem After a Breakup, Dr. Christina Hibbert introduces the Thought Record, a simple yet powerful tool for recognizing harmful thought patterns, separating emotions from thoughts, and challenging self-doubt. This audiobook excerpt explores how shifting your perspective can help you regain confidence, develop healthier thinking habits, and manage overwhelming emotions with greater ease.
Today, we’re featuring an excerpt from Who Am I Without You?: Fifty-Two Ways to Rebuild Self-Esteem After a Breakup and moving forward after heartbreak. If you struggle with recurring negative thoughts, this insightful excerpt will help you take control, quiet self-doubt, and create a more positive mindset.
What’s in this episode?Join us for an eye-opening episode featuring an excerpt from the audiobook Who Am I Without You?: Fifty-Two Ways to Rebuild Self-Esteem After a Breakup by Dr. Christina Hibbert. This excerpt introduces the Thought Record, a powerful tool to help you manage overwhelming emotions, break free from negative thought patterns, and rebuild confidence. Discover how to separate thoughts from emotions, challenge self-doubt, and develop a healthier mindset. You’ll also gain practical strategies to navigate difficult feelings and strengthen your sense of self.
If you like what you hear today, the audio version of “*Who Am I Without You?: Fifty-Two Ways to Rebuild Self-Esteem After a Breakup*” is available on Audible, and you can listen to it for free as part of your premium Spotify membership.
This podcast is supported by:
Wetware Media. Check out Wetware Media’s catalog of 100+ audiobooks — specializing in psychology, spirituality, self-help, personal growth, and guided meditations to help you create a life you’ll love!
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Note that the information in this episode is of a general nature and is furnished for your knowledge and understanding only. If you have symptoms, including but not limited to any that resemble symptoms described in this episode, you should visit your doctor or health care provider for a full evaluation.
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We’re told that discipline and strategy are the key to lasting change—but what if they’re not? What if the real shift happens when you stop trying so hard? In the audiobook The Little Book of Big Change: The No-Willpower Approach to Breaking Any Habit, Dr. Amy Johnson introduces a powerful idea: that insight—not willpower—is what truly drives transformation.
In this excerpt from the audiobook The Little Book of Big Change: The No-Willpower Approach to Breaking Any Habit, Dr. Amy Johnson explains how seeing your habits in a new light can dissolve them, naturally and effortlessly.This isn’t about tricks or routines. It’s about waking up to something deeper. If you’ve ever felt stuck, despite your best efforts, this episode offers a fresh perspective—and a glimpse into what might actually be the key to lasting change.
What’s in this episode?In this episode, we’re featuring an excerpt from the audiobook The Little Book of Big Change: The No-Willpower Approach to Breaking Any Habit by Dr. Amy Johnson, where you’ll discover why insight—not willpower—may be the key to lasting change. Rather than pushing through habits with effort and resistance, Dr. Johnson shares how real, lasting transformation comes from a simple but powerful shift in perspective. You’ll learn the difference between intellectual understanding and deep personal insight—and why that difference matters. If you’ve tried everything to break a habit and nothing’s worked, this episode offers a fresh, eye-opening approach that might just change everything.
If you like what you hear today, the audio version of “**The Little Book of Big Change: The No-Willpower Approach to Breaking Any Habit**“ is available on Audible, and you can listen to it for free as part of your premium Spotify membership.
This podcast is supported by:
Wetware Media. Check out Wetware Media’s catalog of 100+ audiobooks — specializing in psychology, spirituality, self-help, personal growth, and guided meditations to help you create a life you’ll love!
You May Also Enjoy these Episodes:
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Download our FREE eBook: Calm Your Mind: 50 Effective Strategies to Relieve Anxiety & Stress.
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Note that the information in this episode is of a general nature and is furnished for your knowledge and understanding only. If you have symptoms, including but not limited to any that resemble symptoms described in this episode, you should visit your doctor or health care provider for a full evaluation.
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This new way to handle your worries doesn’t mean ignoring them—it means approaching them with creativity, curiosity, and even humor. In the audiobook The Worry Trick: How Your Brain Tricks You into Expecting the Worst and What You Can Do About It, Dr. David Carbonell shares powerful, unconventional tools to break free from anxious thought loops. Whether you’re writing a haiku about your fears, singing them to a silly tune, or recording them in a foreign accent, these playful strategies can shift your mindset and help you reclaim your peace of mind.
Today, we’re featuring an excerpt from the audiobook The Worry Trick: How Your Brain Tricks You into Expecting the Worst and What You Can Do About It that introduces a new way to handle your worries—one that encourages lightness, flexibility, and a totally different way of responding to anxiety. If traditional coping techniques haven’t worked, this surprising method might be the change you’ve been looking for.
What’s in this episode?In this episode, we’re featuring an excerpt from the audiobook The Worry Trick: How Your Brain Tricks You into Expecting the Worst and What You Can Do About It by Dr. David Carbonell, where you’ll discover a refreshingly playful approach to managing anxious thoughts. Instead of resisting or suppressing your worries, Dr. Carbonell encourages you to face them with creativity and humor. You’ll explore the “Rule of Opposites,” a method that includes writing haikus, singing silly worry songs, and even recording your fears in pig Latin—all designed to shift your perspective and loosen anxiety’s grip. If anxiety has been running the show, this episode offers a lighthearted and surprisingly effective path to regaining your sense of calm.
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Are you ready to let go of judgment and take a step toward emotional balance? Too often, our feelings take the lead before we even recognize them—one fleeting thought, one snap reaction, and suddenly frustration or anger takes over. In the audiobook Calming the Emotional Storm: Using Dialectical Behavior Therapy Skills to Manage Your Emotions and Balance Your Life, Sheri Van Dijk explores how our interpretations shape our emotional world, either deepening distress or fostering clarity. This audiobook excerpt offers practical tools to break free from automatic judgments, helping you shift perspective and regain control. Lean to let go of judgment, embrace a new way of responding to emotions, and discover how to navigate life with greater resilience and peace, stepping into a life of greater clarity, balance, and resilience.
Today, we’re featuring an excerpt from the audiobook Calming the Emotional Storm: Using Dialectical Behavior Therapy Skills to Manage Your Emotions and Balance Your Life by Sheri Van Dijk. This audiobook provides practical techniques for managing overwhelming emotions and fostering greater emotional resilience. If you’re looking for strategies to navigate life’s ups and downs with more confidence, this audiobook offers valuable tools to help you take control of your emotional well-being.
What’s in this episode?Join us for an insightful episode featuring an excerpt from the audiobook Calming the Emotional Storm: Using Dialectical Behavior Therapy Skills to Manage Your Emotions and Balance Your Life by Sheri Van Dijk. In this excerpt, you’ll discover why being nonjudgmental isn’t about suppressing emotions, but rather expressing them in a way that fosters clarity, assertiveness, and emotional balance. Learn how shifting from judgments to neutral, fact-based thinking can reduce unnecessary emotional pain, improve communication, and strengthen relationships. You’ll also gain practical strategies for recognizing and reframing judgments, helping you navigate life’s challenges with greater ease and resilience.
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Break the Habit of Over-Apologizing and step into a more confident, self-respecting way of communicating. Many emotionally sensitive people find themselves saying “sorry” out of habit—whether for voicing an opinion, taking up space, or even things beyond their control. In the audiobook The Emotionally Sensitive Person: Finding Peace When Your Emotions Overwhelm You, Karyn D. Hall explores how excessive apologies can shape your self-perception, influence relationships, and create unintended feelings of powerlessness. This audiobook excerpt uncovers the hidden costs of over-apologizing, how it may be affecting the way others perceive you, and what you can do to break the cycle. Discover how to set healthier boundaries, express yourself with confidence, and embrace a more authentic way of connecting with others.
Today, we’re featuring an excerpt from the audiobook The Emotionally Sensitive Person: Finding Peace When Your Emotions Overwhelm You by Karyn D. Hall. This audiobook explores the impact of over-apologizing on self-perception, relationships, and emotional well-being. If you find yourself saying “sorry” out of habit, this insightful excerpt offers practical strategies to help you break the cycle, build self-respect, and communicate with confidence.
What’s in this episode?Join us for an insightful episode featuring an excerpt from The Emotionally Sensitive Person: Finding Peace When Your Emotions Overwhelm You by Karyn D. Hall. This excerpt explores the hidden effects of over-apologizing, from weakening self-esteem to shaping how others perceive you. Learn how to break the habit of over-apologizing and communicate with confidence, set clear boundaries, and build stronger, more authentic relationships. You’ll also gain practical tools to become more mindful of your apology habits and express yourself in a way that reflects self-respect and assurance.
If you like what you hear today, the audio version of “The Emotionally Sensitive Person: Finding Peace When Your Emotions Overwhelm You” is available on Audible, and you can listen to it for free as part of your premium Spotify membership.
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Managing stress can feel impossible when emotions take over, leading to reactions that feel out of proportion to the moment. Why do we overreact, and how can we regain control? In the audiobook Stop Overreacting: Effective Strategies for Calming Your Emotions, Judith P. Siegel dives into the roots of emotional overwhelm—whether driven by a critical inner voice, exhaustion, or unmet needs—and provides practical tools to build healthier responses. In this episode, you’ll hear an excerpt that explores how to recognize emotional triggers, respond with clarity, and foster resilience in both your personal and professional life.
Today’s episode features an excerpt from the audiobook Stop Overreacting: Effective Strategies for Calming Your Emotions by Dr. Judith P. Siegel. This empowering guide explores the roots of emotional overreactions and offers practical tools to regain control when emotions run high. By helping you identify triggers, build emotional awareness, and respond thoughtfully, this audiobook provides strategies to bring more balance and clarity to your interactions. Through actionable advice and relatable insights, it reveals how calming your emotions can transform not only how you feel but also how you connect with others.
What’s in this episode?
In this episode, Dr. Judith P. Siegel unpacks the challenges of managing stress and emotional overwhelm, offering insights into why we overreact and how to respond with greater clarity. Discover how to identify emotional triggers, understand the roots of intense reactions, and build healthier habits for handling life’s pressures with a clearer, calmer mindset.
If you like what you hear today, the audio version of “Stop Overreacting: Effective Strategies for Calming Your Emotions” is available on Audible, and you can listen to it for free as part of your premium Spotify membership.
This podcast is supported by:
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Are You Highly Sensitive? Take the Highly Sensitive Person Test and Find Out
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How to Practice Self-Compassion
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Today, we’ll delve into the Buddha's Four Noble Truths and their practical application in our busy, modern lives, helping us to gain insights on overcoming suffering and finding happiness. This episode from the audiobook, "The Buddha’s Way of Happiness: Healing Sorrow, Transforming Negative Emotion, and Finding Well-Being in the Present Moment" reveals how ancient teachings can positively transform your mindset and well-being.
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Finding focus in a world full of interruptions can be a challenge, especially for introverts who may feel particularly drained by constant distractions. Do you struggle to maintain your energy and composure amidst the chaos? In the audiobook "The Awakened Introvert: Practical Mindfulness Skills to Help You Maximize Your Strengths and Thrive in a Loud and Crazy World," Arnie Kozak offers actionable strategies for handling interruptions with mindfulness. Whether you’re navigating a hectic workplace or seeking quiet at home, these tools will empower you to cultivate calm and resilience while staying true to your inner balance.
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Do you struggle with saying no without guilt, even when every part of you wants to? In the audiobook "The Assertiveness Guide for Women: How to Communicate Your Needs, Set Healthy Boundaries, and Transform Your Relationships," Julie de Azevedo Hanks unpacks why setting boundaries can feel so daunting—and what we can do to change that. Combining relatable stories, expert advice, and actionable tools, this audiobook empowers women to embrace their voices and protect their well-being.
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Mindful eating while dining out can transform your relationship with food, turning meals into moments of balance and joy. Do you often struggle with guilt or overindulgence at restaurants? It’s possible to savor delicious meals without compromising your well-being. In this excerpt from the audiobook "Eating Mindfully: How to End Mindless Eating and Enjoy a Balanced Relationship with Food" by Dr. Susan Albers, you’ll discover practical strategies to plan ahead, make thoughtful menu choices, and stay present during meals. These techniques will help you enjoy dining out with awareness and cultivate a healthier connection with food.
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Conscious eating is more than just a mindful buzzword—it’s a practice that can reshape your relationship with food and yourself. Do you ever feel stuck in patterns of mindless eating or disconnected from your body’s true needs? By cultivating awareness, intention, and kindness, you can break free from automatic habits and savor each moment. In this excerpt from the audiobook "The Mindfulness-Based Eating Solution: Proven Strategies to End Overeating, Satisfy Your Hunger, and Savor Your Life," you'll learn how mindfulness can help you develop a healthier relationship with food by fostering conscious eating, intention, and self-compassion.
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Looking to explore mindfulness for beginners? Starting a mindfulness practice might feel overwhelming, but building a solid foundation can make the journey smoother and more rewarding. In this episode, we’re diving into an excerpt from the audiobook, "MBSR Every Day: Daily Practices from the Heart of Mindfulness-Based Stress Reduction," by Elisha Goldstein and Bob Stahl. This audiobook offers powerful, down-to-earth techniques to help you set up a sustainable mindfulness practice.
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Achieving happiness in every moment is often perceived as a distant goal, leaving us trapped in a cycle of relentless pursuit. The modern chase for joy can lead to frustration and disconnection from the present. But what if true happiness is found in embracing the here and now? Today, we’re sharing an excerpt from the audiobook, "The Buddha’s Way of Happiness: Healing Sorrow, Transforming Negative Emotion, and Finding Well-Being in the Present Moment," by Dr. Thomas Bien. We’ll explore a transformative perspective: that our very concept of happiness may be the greatest barrier to experiencing it. By cultivating mindfulness and finding joy in simple, everyday wonders, we can free ourselves from endless anticipation and frustration, opening the door to a truly fulfilling life.
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When we practice meditation, what do we hope will change? In our own way, each of us is seeking liberation. Join us in this episode as we listen in on the profound insights of Robert Rabbin, author of "The Sacred Hub: Living in the Shimmering Light of Your True Self". In this excerpt from his inspiring audiobook, Robert shares his thoughts on the transformative power of meditation. He explores the profound shifts within us as we cultivate a deepening awareness through this practice—how the restless chatter of our minds gradually subsides, paving the way for peace to flourish.
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If you’re someone who struggles with anxiety, you may benefit from learning about cognitive restructuring or how to change thinking patterns that may cause anxiety. Stress often originates from habitual thinking patterns that amplify worry and fear, and these patterns can be detrimental to our well-being. This excerpt from the best-selling audiobook "Rewire Your Anxious Brain: How to Use the Neuroscience of Fear to End Anxiety, Panic, and Worry", shares helpful information on how to lessen anxiety's impact, reclaim control over our thoughts, and learn to cultivate a more empowered mindset.
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Do you often find yourself deeply affected by the world around you, leaving you feeling like you're on an emotional rollercoaster? For those who experience emotions intensely, the ebbs and flows of life can sometimes feel overwhelming. But what if your sensitivity could become your superpower? In this episode, we're sharing an excerpt from the popular audiobook, "The Emotionally Sensitive Person: Finding Peace When Your Emotions Overwhelm You," by psychologist Dr. Karyn D. Hall. We'll explore the concept of emotional intelligence and how it can transform the way you navigate life's ups and downs.
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Have you ever felt stuck in a cycle of trying to break a bad habit, only to find yourself back at square one? Many of us struggle with unwanted behaviors that seem impossible to shake. But what if there was a way to change habits without relying on sheer willpower? In this enlightening episode, we explore groundbreaking insights from Dr. Amy Johnson's audiobook, "The Little Book of Big Change: The No-Willpower Approach to Breaking Any Habit". Dr. Johnson offers a unique perspective combining neuroscience and spirituality to tackle stubborn habits and addictions.
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Strategies to calm your mind are especially valuable during emotionally charged moments when you may feel angry or afraid and want to resolve the situation immediately. Today, psychologist Dr. Karyn D. Hall offers five effective techniques to help you regain a sense of calm, allowing your logical thinking to emerge. In this excerpt from her popular audiobook, The Emotionally Sensitive Person: Finding Peace When Your Emotions Overwhelm You, she offers advice for stepping back and soothing an overwhelmed mind, enabling you to approach the matter more rationally once the intense emotions have subsided.
In this episode, we have an excerpt from the audiobook The Emotionally Sensitive Person: Finding Peace When Your Emotions Overwhelm You by Dr. Karyn D. Hall. This audiobook offers proven effective techniques for managing your emotions. If you’re tired of feeling like your life is controlled by your feelings, this audiobook will provide you with potent strategies for regaining power over your emotions.
What’s in this episode?In this episode, Dr. Karyn D. Hall shares a transformative arsenal of five strategies to calm your mind and serenely navigate the stormy seas of emotional overwhelm.
Note that the information in this episode is of a general nature and is furnished for your knowledge and understanding only. If you have symptoms, including but not limited to any that resemble symptoms described in this episode, you should visit your doctor or health care provider for a full evaluation.
You May Also Enjoy these Episodes:
Practicing Mindfulness to Manage Your Emotions
Overcome Anxiety with Mindfulness
Stop Overreacting: Learn How the Brain Processes Emotion
Download our FREE eBook: Calm Your Mind: 50 Effective Strategies to Relieve Anxiety & Stress.
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Are you often told you’re too emotional or overly empathetic? Do you find yourself deeply affected by the world around you? If so, you might be a Highly Sensitive Person, also known as an HSP. Today we’re sharing the Highly Sensitive Person test from the popular audiobook The Highly Sensitive Person’s Survival Guide: Essential Skills for Living Well in an Overstimulating World. Do you think you might be a Highly Sensitive Person? Listen in and find out!
Today, we’re sharing an excerpt from the audiobook The Highly Sensitive Person’s Survival Guide: Essential Skills for Living Well in an Overstimulating World by Dr. Ted Zeff. If you’re a Highly Sensitive Person, there’s one skill that can change your life: mastering your heightened sensitivity to both physical and emotional experiences. Dive into this accessible and empowering audiobook to discover the strategies that will help you to thrive.
What’s in this episode?Join us to take the Highly Sensitive Person test. Discover what it means to be a Highly Sensitive Person — from a heightened sensitivity to emotions and environmental stimuli to an innate empathy that sets you apart. Listen in and gain a better understanding of your own sensitivity levels.
Note that the information in this episode is of a general nature and is furnished for your knowledge and understanding only. If you have symptoms, including but not limited to any that resemble symptoms described in this episode, you should visit your doctor or health care provider for a full evaluation.
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Chronic stress and anxiety can take a real physical toll, even when medical tests show nothing wrong. In this episode, we’ll explore stress illness—a condition where prolonged stress manifests as very real yet hard-to-diagnose physical symptoms. We’ll hear from Dr. David Clarke, author of the audiobook, They Can’t Find Anything Wrong! 7 Keys to Understanding, Treating, and Healing Stress Illness, as he discusses the prevalence of stress illness and offers keys to recognizing if it may be impacting you.
This episode features an excerpt from the audiobook They Can’t Find Anything Wrong! 7 Keys to Understanding, Treating, and Healing Stress Illness. This audiobook offers solutions to stop the stress illness epidemic. Dr. Clarke details the major types of stress and explains the steps for treatment with a range of effective techniques.
What’s in this episode?Learn the subtle ways that chronic stress can affect your body and mind. This episode provides insight into stress illness, an often misunderstood condition, and steps you can take to better understand your health.
Note that the information in this episode is of a general nature and is furnished for your knowledge and understanding only. If you have symptoms, including but not limited to any that resemble symptoms described in this episode, you should visit your doctor for a full evaluation.
Download our FREE eBook: Calm Your Mind: 50 Effective Strategies to Relieve Anxiety & Stress.
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Today we’re sharing an excerpt on the mastery mindset from the best-selling audiobook Calming the Emotional Storm: Using Dialectical Behavior Therapy Skills to Manage Your Emotions & Balance Your Life. We delve into the art of “Building Mastery” – a skill that involves engaging in activities that bring a profound sense of accomplishment and purpose. We’ll explore how challenging yourself and taking pride in your achievements can lead to improved self-regard and emotional well-being. We’ll also examine the importance of setting both short-term and long-term goals, as well as avoiding common misconceptions about motivation. Unlock the power of mastery and embark on a journey toward a more fulfilling life!
This episode features an excerpt from the best-selling audiobook Calming the Emotional Storm: Using Dialectical Behavior Therapy Skills to Manage Your Emotions and Balance Your Life. This audiobook provides practical, actionable guidance for those seeking to navigate their emotional challenges and lead a more balanced and fulfilling life.
What’s in this episode?Tune in to this episode to discover practical strategies to cultivate a deep sense of purpose, set meaningful goals, and overcome obstacles with resilience. Whether you’re striving for greater accomplishments or seeking emotional well-being, developing a mastery mindset will equip you with the mental fortitude to embrace challenges, learn from setbacks, and continually grow.
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YGJ Intros – Round 6
Today we’re sharing an enlightening conversation with the late Robert Rabbin on tapping into inner wisdom. Robert shares his views on living a more fulfilling, authentic, and expansive life. He discusses the art of reframing problems, which helps us to release anxiety and contraction, and encourages us to practice accessing the tranquil space beyond the mind—the very source of our deepest inner wisdom and clarity. At the end of the episode, Robert shares an excerpt from his audiobook, The Sacred Hub: Living in the Shimmering Light of Your True Self.
Robert Rabbin is the author of the audiobook, The Sacred Hub: Living in the Shimmering Light of Your True Self. Inside this transformative audiobook, you’ll discover an inspiring collection of essays, each a beacon guiding you through the realms of meditation, self-inquiry, heightened awareness, and the pursuit of freedom. It’s your uplifting guidebook on a journey of questioning, reframing, and deepening awareness, ultimately unveiling your boundless inner nature—a source of enduring happiness and inner peace.
What’s in this episode?In this episode, Robert shares his approach to tapping into inner wisdom to access the clarity that resides in all of us. By doing so, we unlock our inner resources, fostering insight, presence, and the courage to take effective action.
Stay tuned after the conversation—Robert shares an excerpt from The Sacred Hub audiobook.
Robert Rabbin began his professional journey in 1985, after spending 10 years living and working with meditation master Swami Muktananda. He developed an international reputation as a brilliant speaker and public speaking guru, as well as a distinguished self-awareness facilitator, leadership adviser, and personal mentor. He authored eight books and more than 250 articles on authentic living and public speaking, leadership, self-inquiry, spiritual activism, and meditation.
In January 2012, he was diagnosed with stage 4 lung cancer and told he had a few months to live. However, in keeping with his contrarian nature, he thrived well past the predicted use-by date. He passed away in December 2017.
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Many of us tend to hold our breath or breathe shallowly when experiencing something stressful without being aware that we’re doing so. However, breathing strategies for anxiety have long used to manage stress and promote relaxation. In this episode, we explore the science behind these practices and share powerful breathing strategies from the best-selling audiobook Rewire Your Anxious Brain: How to Use the Neuroscience of Fear to End Anxiety, Panic & Worry by Catherine Pittman, PhD, and Elizabeth Karle.
Today, we are sharing an excerpt from the audiobook Rewire Your Anxious Brain: How to Use the Neuroscience of Fear to End Anxiety, Panic & Worry, written by Dr. Catherine M. Pittman and Elizabeth M. Karle. The brain is a powerful tool, and the more you actively work to transform the way you respond to fear, the more resilient you will become. This audiobook offers the tools you need to “rewire” the root of your fears and conquer them — once and for all.
What’s in this episode?In this episode, Dr. Catherine Pittman and Elizabeth Karle share effective breathing strategies for anxiety. These techniques will help you reduce anxiety by harnessing the transformative power of conscious breathing.
Catherine M. Pittman, PhD, is associate professor at Saint Mary’s College in Notre Dame, IN. A licensed clinical psychologist in private practice in South Bend, IN, she specializes in the treatment of brain injuries and anxiety disorders. She is a member of the Anxiety and Depression Association of America (ADAA), and provides workshops and seminars on the topics of anxiety and stress.
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How to Overcome the Fear of Public SpeakingPublic speaking is a skill that can unlock doors to success, yet for many, the fear of stepping in front of a crowd can be paralyzing. With practice, though, you can overcome the fear of public speaking! Join us for an excerpt from anxiety expert Dr. David Carbonell’s popular audiobook, Panic Attacks Workbook: A Guided Program for Beating the Panic Trick (Second Edition), where he shares simple but effective tips on becoming a fearless public speaker.
YGJ Intros – Round 6
Today, we are sharing an excerpt from the audiobook Panic Attacks Workbook: A Guided Program for Beating the Panic Trick (Second Edition), written by anxiety expert Dr. David Carbonell. This audiobook will teach you powerful and effective techniques to calm your anxiety and liberate yourself from the constraints that hinder your journey towards a more fulfilling life.
What’s in this episode?In this episode, Dr. David Carbonell shares helpful strategies to overcome the fear of public speaking. Step confidently onto the stage of life with newfound courage and charisma!
David A. Carbonell, PhD, is a Clinical Psychologist who specializes in the treatment of anxiety disorders. He is the founder and director of the Anxiety Treatment Center, Ltd., a small group of psychologists that offers treatment for all manner of fears and phobias at several locations in and around Chicago.
Dr. Carbonell is also the author of The Worry Trick: How Your Brain Tricks You into Expecting the Worst and What You Can Do About It. He is a member of the American Psychological Association; the Anxiety Disorders Association of America; the Association for Behavioral and Cognitive Therapies; the Association for Contextual and Behavioral Science; the International Association for Cognitive Psychotherapy; the Illinois Psychological Association; and the Obsessive Compulsive Foundation.
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Strategies for Emotional Self-CareEmotional self-care is critical In a world that is bustling with emotions. Navigating life as an emotionally sensitive person can feel like an intricate dance. Every emotional wave, whether yours or someone else’s, can be deeply felt, making it easy to become overwhelmed. But by embracing your sensitivity and learning to practice emotional self-care, you can transform this trait into a source of strength. Today, we’re sharing strategies from the audiobook The Emotionally Sensitive Person: Finding Peace When Your Emotions Overwhelm You, written by psychologist Dr. Karyn D. Hall. With the help of these strategies, you can learn how to feel less overwhelmed and discover the art of emotional self-care in a fast-paced world.
Today, we are sharing an excerpt from the audiobook The Emotionally Sensitive Person: Finding Peace When Your Emotions Overwhelm You by Dr. Karyn D. Hall. This audiobook shares proven-effective cognitive behavioral and mindfulness techniques to help people who struggle with intense emotions. It includes powerful tools for staying grounded in the present, identifying emotional triggers, and experiencing emotions without experiencing distress.
What’s in this episode?In this episode, Dr. Karyn D. Hall provides practical emotional self-care strategies. These strategies will help you stay grounded even in overwhelming circumstances and help you manage intense emotions before they take over your life.
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Belly Breathing: A Powerful Tool for AnxietyAnxiety expert Dr. David Carbonell has a powerful suggestion during moments of panic: practice belly breathing. Belly breathing can serve as a powerful anchor against anxiety by grounding you in the present moment. Each breath is a gentle reminder of your ability to find solace amidst the chaos, and helps to ensure that serenity remains within reach whenever you need it most. Join us as we delve into this relaxing practice of belly breathing through this simple exercise from Panic Attacks Workbook: A Guided Program for Beating the Panic Trick (Second Edition).
Today, clinical psychologist and anxiety expert Dr. David Carbonell provides step-by-step instructions for a simple mindfulness meditation for anxiety. These instructions are from his popular audiobook, Panic Attacks Workbook: A Guided Program for Beating the Panic Trick (Second Edition). Mindfulness meditation is the ultimate tool for being fully present in the moment without judgment or labeling. If you’re struggling with anxiety, it may seem counterintuitive to focus on your internal, present-moment experiences. But the truth is, anxiety often arises from ruminating about the past or anticipating the future — it doesn’t actually occur in the present moment.
What’s in this episode?In this episode, Dr. David Carbonell unravels the transformative art of conquering anxiety through belly breathing. Discover the keys to inner calm and resilience in the face of life’s challenges, all in the soothing embrace of your own breath.
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Excerpt from the Audiobook Falling in Love with Where You AreSpiritual teacher Jeff Foster is the author of the enlightening audiobook “Falling in Love with Where You Are.” A former astrophysics scholar at Cambridge University, Jeff encourages us to break free from preconceived notions about life, liberate ourselves from the shackles of past and future thinking, and dive into the rich tapestry of sensations, feelings, and thoughts present in the here and now. In this excerpt from Falling in Love with Where You Are, he proposes an experiment to discover the freshness and vitality inherent in each moment.
Falling in Love with Where You Are is an audiobook that invites you to embrace life with an unwavering YES, irrespective of your circumstances. Jeff Foster views crises as opportunities for healing, pain as a wise messenger, and imperfections as perfectly positioned elements of our existence. With a gentle reminder that even in our glorious imperfection, we are complete works of art and cherished children of the universe, unique and unparalleled.
What’s in this episode?
In this episode, Jeff Foster proposes an experiential journey, urging us to explore the freshness and vitality inherent in each moment.
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How to Create Weight Loss SuccessNavigating the path to enhanced confidence amidst the challenges of weight loss can be a complex journey, particularly when it’s tempting to anchor one’s aspirations solely on the envisioned end-state identity. In this episode, we explore the profound insights shared by the authors of the empowering audiobook, The Diet Trap: Feed Your Psychological Needs and End the Weight Loss Struggle Using Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, Drs. Lillis, Dahl, and Weineland. These experts empathize with the struggle many face and provide guidance on shifting the focus inward. Instead of fixating on external, emotional, or physical factors, they advocate for cultivating self-compassion. Tune in as we delve into their advice, offering a fresh perspective on boosting confidence during the weight loss journey.
Today we’ve got a helpful excerpt from the audiobook The Diet Trap: Feed Your Psychological Needs and End the Weight Loss Struggle Using Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, written by Dr. Jason Lillis. Full of proven strategies, this audiobook is perfect for those hitting obstacle after obstacle on their weight loss journey. By putting into action this audiobook’s Acceptance and Commitment Therapy techniques, you can get out of the weight loss rut and live free of fad diets.
What’s in this episode?
In this episode, Drs. Lillis, Dahl, and Weineland explore what it means to love the enduring and internal you, which will help you boost your confidence during weight loss.
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Create Positivity: Start Strong in the New YearAs we enter the New Year, creating positive change is high on our list of priorities. Start your year off on the right foot by embracing the power of mindfulness to stop negative thinking and lay a solid foundation to create positivity. Join us as psychologist Dr. Klemanski shares simple yet powerful methods from his popular audiobook Don’t Let Your Anxiety Run Your Life. Learn to halt negative thinking in its tracks, release judgment, invite acceptance, and let positivity be your anchor.
As we embark on a new chapter, make your New Year’s resolution one of profound change, and equip yourself with the tools to create a life guided by confidence and emotional well-being.
In this episode, we share insights from the popular audiobook Don’t Let Your Anxiety Run Your Life: Using the Science of Emotion Regulation and Mindfulness to Overcome Fear and Worry by Dr. David Klemanski and Joshua Curtiss. This audiobook is a powerful resource and guide, providing step-by-step help to manage the thoughts and feelings that fuel anxiety, worry, fear, and panic. Through accessible and clinically proven mindfulness practices, these tools will help you not just to cope but to thrive.
What’s in this episode?In this episode, Dr. Kelmanski helps us step into the New Year with a commitment to create positivity. He shares transformative mindfulness techniques to stop negative thinking and make positivity your anchor for a fulfilling and transformative year ahead!
David H. Klemanski, PsyD, MPH, is a clinical psychologist and an assistant professor of psychiatry in the School of Medicine at Yale University, director of the Psychological Assessment Service for Yale-New Haven Hospital, and co-director of the Division of Quality and Innovation at Yale New Haven Psychiatric Hospital.
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“If you truly want to outsmart your anxiety, you will find this audiobook valuable. We will teach you how and when to pay attention to your anxiety, how to react with less intensity to your anxious emotions, and what to do when you feel as if you are overwhelmed by anxiety.”
— Dr. David Klemanski and Joshua Curtiss
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The Benefits of Living Beyond Your Comfort ZoneEmbark on a transformative journey as we explore the art of living beyond your comfort zone. While the familiar may be reassuring, the real magic happens when we step outside the confines of what we know. Join us as we share an engaging excerpt from the witty audiobook How to Be Miserable: 40 Strategies You Already Use by psychologist Dr. Randy Paterson. Discover the art of breaking free from comfort zones and embracing a technicolor life, where new experiences become the canvas of your personal growth.
This excerpt is from the popular audiobook How to Be Miserable: 40 Strategies You Already Use by psychologist Randy Paterson. This unique guide unveils 40 specific behaviors that, if adhered to strictly, promise a lifetime filled with unhappiness. Conversely, by flipping the script and doing the opposite, you open the door to a path leading toward a joyful existence!
In this tongue-in-cheek audiobook, Paterson unravels the secrets to identify the habits that breed discontent and reveals how you ultimately hold the key to your happiness. Learn how to sidestep pitfalls that amplify dissatisfaction, thwart motivation, and hinder the quality of your life. It’s time to break free from self-imposed limitations and pave the way for a more content and fulfilling life.
What’s in this episode?Dr. Randy Paterson shares invaluable insights on living beyond your comfort zone. Explore the tangible benefits and practical strategies for embracing the unfamiliar as Dr. Paterson guides you toward a transformative journey of growth and personal development.
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Mindfulness and Emotion Regulation to Overcome AnxietyIn our fast-paced modern era, anxiety seems like an unwelcome epidemic, but today we’ll explore how to overcome anxiety with an excerpt from the audiobook Don’t Let Your Anxiety Run Your Life: Using the Science of Emotion Regulation and Mindfulness to Overcome Fear and Worry, written by acclaimed psychologist Dr. David Kelmanski. Dr. Kelmanski shares the link between anxiety and our emotional responses. Learn how emotion regulation and mindfulness become your allies in the quest for mastery over anxiety, creating a potent framework for lasting change.
Today, we’re sharing an excerpt from the popular audiobook co-authored by Dr. Kelmanski and Joshua Curtiss. Don’t Let Your Anxiety Run Your Life: Using the Science of Emotion Regulation and Mindfulness to Overcome Fear and Worry is a powerful guide and offers step-by-step help that will empower you to manage the very thoughts and feelings that fuel anxiety, worry, fear, and panic. Through accessible and clinically proven mindfulness practices, you’ll gain the tools not just to cope but to thrive.
What’s in this episode?In this episode, Dr. Kelmanski and Joshua Curtiss illuminate the transformative tools of emotion regulation and mindfulness to overcome anxiety. They share how these dynamic forces collaborate to help you not just confront but truly outsmart your anxiety.
David H. Klemanski, PsyD, MPH, is a psychologist and professor at New York University where he teaches, researches, and co-directs the Center for Counseling and Community Wellbeing. He specializes in the classification and treatment of anxiety and mood disorders, and his research is focused on mindfulness and emotion regulation in anxiety and depression.
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authors of “Don’t Let Your Anxiety Run Your Life
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How to Find Your Mission in LifeAre you embarking on a journey of self-discovery? Do you want to know how to find your mission but feel adrift in the sea of life? You’re in good company! Every hero’s journey begins with uncertainty. In this episode, we’ll equip you with three transformative exercises to help you unearth your life’s purpose. These exercises are drawn from the popular audiobook Why?: What Your Life is Telling You About Who You Are and Why You’re Here, and they’re the compass you need to navigate your unique quest.
Today, we are sharing an excerpt from the audiobook Why?: What Your Life is Telling You About Who You Are and Why You’re Here, written by Drs. Matthew McKay, Sean Olaoire, and Ralph Metzner. This audiobook offers practical tools to help you gain knowledge and awareness of yourself at the deepest level, reveal your personal path, and begin living life to its fullest. It is a seamless blending of deep spirituality, good psychology, and practical living, Why? offers the tools you need to gain knowledge and awareness of yourself at the deepest level.
What’s in this episode?Now is your chance to uncover something new about your identity and discover how to listen to what’s in your heart. Find your mission with these clarifying exercises. Embark on a journey of self-discovery and begin to unlock your true potential!
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Night owls and early birds, it’s time to fix your sleep schedule. If your mind is too active when you are trying to sleep, the reason could be that you are trying to sleep at a time when your body clock is promoting alertness. To set yourself up for a successful night of rest, it’s vital to match your internal clock to the one on your bedside table. This excerpt from the popular audiobook, "Goodnight Mind: Turn Off Your Noisy Thoughts and Get a Good Night's Sleep
" will guide you in making the changes to help you thrive.
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Mindfulness meditation is the ultimate tool for being fully present in the moment without judgment or labeling. If you're struggling with anxiety, it may seem counterintuitive to focus on your internal, present-moment experiences. But the truth is, anxiety often arises from ruminating about the past or anticipating the future — it doesn’t actually occur in the present moment. Today, clinical psychologist and anxiety expert Dr. David Carbonell provides effective step-by-step instructions for a simple mindfulness meditation for anxiety. These instructions are from his popular audiobook, "Panic Attacks Workbook: A Guided Program for Beating the Panic Trick (Second Edition)".
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Do you struggle with flight anxiety? Well, you’re not alone! But what if you could conquer that fear and finally enjoy air travel without the crippling anxiety? The audiobook, "Fear of Flying Workbook: Overcome Your Anticipatory Anxiety and Develop Skills for Flying with Confidence", written by anxiety expert Dr. David Carbonell, provides practical exercises and tools to help you overcome your fear and become a confident passenger. In this excerpt from his audiobook, Dr. Carbonell provides a simple exercise to help you overcome flight anxiety. It can help not only when you’re flying but in any situations that trigger anxiety.
Sometimes, finding the strength to accept things can feel impossible. But there are simple techniques from Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (or "ACT"), that can help you find peace and learn to practice acceptance, even in the midst of chaos. These tips are from the audiobook,
This episode address some of the common causes of fatigue so that you can finally stop feeling tired all the time. Thankfully, most of the reasons for a lack of energy are fixable and require simple lifestyle changes. With helpful direction from the sleep experts who wrote the popular audiobook, ”Goodnight Mind: Turn Off Your Noisy Thoughts and Get a Good Night’s Sleep”, you too can wake up on the right side of the bed.
It can be hard to shake off thoughts that make you feel scared or anxious, especially when you’re convinced that it's necessary for your well-being. The good news is that you can take control of your thoughts and break free from this cycle of negativity. We want to help you get started by sharing a powerful mindfulness exercise from the audiobook, ”Don’t Let Your Anxiety Run Your Life” , written by psychologist Dr. David Klemanski and Joshua Curtiss.
It’s Important to Learn How to Make Time for YourselfAre you an introvert struggling to keep up with the fast-paced, extroverted world around you? Do you feel drained after spending time in social situations? If so, it’s crucial that you learn how to make time for yourself to recharge and replenish your introverted energy. Stay tuned for an excerpt from the popular audiobook, The Awakened Introvert: Practical Mindfulness Skills to Help You Maximize Your Strengths and Thrive in a Loud and Crazy World, by Dr. Arnie Kozak. This excerpt will share the key to restoring your inner peace and energy.
Today we are sharing an excerpt from the audiobook The Awakened Introvert: Practical Mindfulness Skills to Help You Maximize Your Strengths and Thrive in a Loud and Crazy World. Living in an extroverted world can be draining and discouraging, especially for those who recharge by being alone. By using mindfulness, you can learn how to harness your strengths as an introvert while minimizing your weaknesses. With just a few tools, it is possible to live confidently in an energetic world.
What’s in this episode?Solitude is the blissful state of being alone and free from the demands of others, and it’s critical for introverts who need to restore inner peace and energy. Don’t let the extrovert circus wear you down – prioritize your well-being and embrace the power of solitude!
“How can we be true to our deepest nature with so many claims on our time, senses, and energy? In The Awakened Introvert, psychologist, and author Arnie Kozak offers a road map based on the teachings and practices of mindfulness that helps us stay connected to inner clarity, creativity, and peace in the midst of daily living.”
―Tara Brach, PhD, author of Radical Acceptance and True Refuge
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Learn How to Find Purpose through MeditationDo you wonder what you need to be doing in your life now? What direction you should be heading? What opportunities you should pay attention to? When your conscious mind just can’t seem to find the answers you’re searching for, that’s when it’s time to turn to your subconscious and find purpose through meditation. Today we are sharing a life purpose meditation from the audiobook Why?: What Your Life is Telling You About Who You Are and Why You’re Here.
Today we are sharing an excerpt from the audiobook Why?: What Your Life is Telling You About Who You Are and Why You’re Here, written by Dr.s Matthew McKay, Sean Olaoire, and Ralph Metzner. This audiobook offers practical tools to help you gain knowledge and awareness of yourself at the deepest level, reveal your personal path in life, and begin living life to its fullest.
What’s in this episode?You can tap into the deepest parts of your mind and find purpose through meditation. Meditation can help you to discover your true desires and dreams. And the best part? Meditation comes with a whole heap of benefits—not just finding your purpose! Let’s take a deep breath and learn how to use meditation to align your actions with what truly matters to you.
“This audiobook allows the modern Western mind to explore the deep meaning of an ageless, universal truth: Earth is a place where souls are sent to evolve. Why? goes beyond philosophy and offers practical guidelines for mindfully participating in one’s own evolutionary process.” — Michael Singer, author of The Untethered Soul
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The Importance of Learning How to Practice Self-CompassionIn this episode, Dr. Julie de Azevedo Hanks, author of the popular audiobook, The Assertiveness Guide for Women, offers great advice for how to practice self-compassion, a critical aspect of emotional well-being and resilience. Learn why self-compassion matters and how to strengthen it in your life. Dr. de Azevedo Hanks offers a practical exercise for cultivating self-compassion, which will help you learn to act in comforting and kind ways toward yourself so that you can provide yourself with the self-soothing and self-nurturing that you need.
The audiobook The Assertiveness Guide for Women: How to Communicate Your Needs, Set Healthy Boundaries, and Transform Your Relationships, uses proven-effective strategies based in mindfulness, cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT), and dialectical behavior therapy (DBT). You will learn to become more aware of your own thoughts and feelings and empower you to ask for what you need, set boundaries, and speak your truth for a more fulfilling life.
What’s in this episode?In this episode, Dr. de Azevedo Hanks helps us learn how to practice self-compassion and experience the comfort and self-nurturing that follow.
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Healing After a Breakup: Moving through GriefIn healing after a breakup, you might experience any or all of the five stages of grief. These stages may seem scary and disorienting, but there is light at the end of the tunnel! By learning to understand the feelings associated with grief and being gentle with yourself as you move through them, you can create a positive environment for healing.
Today we’re sharing an excerpt from Dr. Christina Hibbert’s inspirational audiobook Who Am I Without You? 52 Ways to Rebuild Self-Esteem After A Breakup. When going through a time that can leave you questioning your identity and losing self–esteem, look to Dr. Hibbert’s 52 techniques to help you become stronger and more confident. These cognitive behavioral therapy techniques will help you to begin to rebuild your self–worth and morale as you move forward in life.
What’s in this episode?In this episode, Dr. Christina G Hibbert sheds light on healing after a breakup, the five stages of grief, and how to be gentle with yourself as you go through them.
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Tips to Help You Overcome Challenges in MeditationMeditation inevitably has its difficult moments. When confronted with anything unpleasant, our habitual response is often to push it away. But the way out of suffering is to be willing to meet your experience. Learning how to overcome challenges in meditation creates a chance for discovery and allows for the possibility of freedom.
Today we’re sharing tips to address the challenges and difficulties that come with a regular meditation practice from the audiobook, The Art and Skill of Buddhist Meditation: Mindfulness, Concentration, and Insight. Whether you’re a seasoned meditator or just starting out, these tips on how to overcome common obstacles such as lack of motivation, difficulty focusing, and negative thoughts will provide valuable insights and advice for making the most of your meditation practice. Join us as we delve into the topic of overcoming difficulties in meditation, which can help you to cultivate a deeper sense of inner peace and well-being.
The Art and Skill of Buddhist Meditationaudiobook offers a practical guide to building a strong meditation practice by unifying mindfulness, concentration, and insight into a single, integrated approach. New meditators who want hands-on skills they can easily put into practice will find the step-by-step instructions accessible and easy to understand. Experienced practitioners will find a complete and useful guide for deepening insight and cultivating the deeper stages of meditation.
What’s in this episode?In this episode, we offer advice to help you learn how to overcome challenges in meditation.
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Learn How to Eat “Just Enough” with Intuitive EatingIs there any way to know how to eat “just enough”? Though there isn’t a particular science behind it, intuitive eating offers a proven way to establish communication between your brain and your belly. Mindfully creating awareness of what your body says it needs is the first step to understanding what “just enough” is for you.
Today we are sharing an excerpt from the audiobook The Mindfulness-Based Eating Solution: Proven Strategies to End Overeating, Satisfy Your Hunger, and Savor Your Life, written by Dr. Lynn Rossy. If you want to embrace exuberant health and truly enjoy your food, the easy-to-use strategies in this audiobook will show you how—one mindful taste at a time!
What’s in this episode?In this episode, Dr. Lynn Rossy addresses the tricky topic of intuitive eating and learning how to mindfully eat “just enough.” She emphasizes the importance of listening to your body over what the world or your brain has to say.
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Weight Loss and Self-Love: a Values-Based JourneyAll too often, we look at the scale to drive our health goals and not at a values-based weight loss method. Pushing too hard to reach milestones can mean a departure from who you really are or even ignoring what truly matters to you. Weight loss with self-love is possible! Don’t let the numbers and goals replace what makes you, you! Instead, find liberation in letting your values drive your weight loss.
Today we are sharing a helpful excerpt from the audiobook The Diet Trap: Feed Your Psychological Needs and End the Weight Loss Struggle Using Acceptance and Commitment Therapy by Drs. Lillis, Dahl, and Weineland. Getting stuck in a weight loss rut or trying one fad diet after another can be discouraging. But thankfully, The Diet Trap offers a new perspective on what it means to focus on your health. Using the techniques of Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), this audiobook offers proven strategies that will help you conquer weight loss with self-love.
What’s in this episode?In this episode, listen to Drs. Lillis, Dahl, and Weineland share what it looks like to embark on a values-based weight loss journey while staying true to yourself.
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A Conversation with Dr. Amy JohnsonMost of us struggle with some kind of habit we’d like to break. But the good news is that no matter what your bad habit is, you have the power to change it!
Understanding how the mind works can help rewire your brain and break bad habits — without using willpower! Today we’re talking with Dr. Amy Johnson, author of the best-selling audiobook, The Little Book of Big Change: The No Willpower Approach to Breaking Any Habit. Dr. Johnson shares her own story about breaking bad habits and offers advice that will help you to stop your bad habits in their tracks.
What’s in this episode?In this episode, we’re sharing a conversation we had with psychologist and life coach Dr. Amy Johnson. Dr. Johnson is the author of the audiobook, The Little Book of Big Change: The No Willpower Approach to Breaking Any Habit. This audiobook offers a number of small changes you can make in your everyday life that will help you break bad habits. If you want to understand the science behind your habit, make the decision to end it, and commit to real, lasting change, this audiobook will help you to finally take charge of your life—once and for all.
Dr. Amy Johnson is a master life coach who works with clients worldwide through coaching programs, workshops, and retreats. She has devoted much of her coaching practice to helping people end unwanted habits. Dr. Johnson has been a regularly featured expert on The Steve Harvey Show and Oprah.com, as well as in The Wall Street Journal and Self magazine. Visit Dr. Johnson’s website here.
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How to Let Go of ResentmentOften, people who have been abandoned or betrayed by those they trusted have trouble letting go of their pain. Today, anger management expert Dr. Ronald Potter-Efron addresses this issue. He explains the “HEALS” method, a powerful program that teaches you how to let go of resentment.
In this episode, we share an excerpt from Dr. Ronald Potter-Efron’s audiobook, Healing the Angry Brain: How Understanding the Way Your Brain Works Can Help You Control Anger and Aggression. This audiobook can help you short-circuit the anger cycle and learn to calmly handle even the most stressful interactions. This fascinating, scientific approach to anger management will yield long-term results, helping you develop greater empathy and put effective conflict resolution skills into practice for years to come.
What’s in this episode?In this episode, Dr. Ronald Potter-Efron explains a few key steps in learning how to let go of resentment using the “HEALS” method.
Ronald T. Potter-Efron, MSW, PhD, is a psychotherapist in private practice in Eau Claire, WI. He specializes in anger management, mental health counseling, and the treatment of addictions. He is the author of the audiobooks Healing the Angry Brain: How Understanding the Way Your Brain Works Can Help You Control Anger and Aggression and Rage: A Step-by-Step Guide to Overcoming Explosive Anger.
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Break the “Forbidden Food” MythAll too often, we perpetuate the forbidden food myth by telling ourselves that we should be ashamed of the foods we enjoy. But according to Dr. Lynn Rossy, author of the audiobook The Mindfulness-Based Eating Solution, eating should be enjoyable. Today Dr. Rossy offers practical advice to help you leave restrictions behind, and bring curiosity, trust, and your favorite food to the table.
Today we are sharing an excerpt from the audiobook The Mindfulness-Based Eating Solution: Proven Strategies to End Overeating, Satisfy Your Hunger, and Savor Your Life, by Dr. Lynn Rossy. This unique, whole-body approach will encourage you to adopt healthy eating habits by showing you how to listen to your body’s intuition, uncover the psychological cause of your overeating, and be more mindful during mealtime.
What’s in this episode?In this episode, Dr. Rossy focuses on breaking the forbidden food myth by reminding us that we don’t need permission to eat what feels good.
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This episode is brought to you by Wetware Media. Check out Wetware Media’s catalog of 100+ audiobooks — specializing in psychology, spirituality, self-help, personal growth, and guided meditations. Wetware Media audiobooks offer actionable, expert advice to ease anxiety, improve meditation and mindfulness, calm emotions, and help create a life you’ll love.
When learning how to improve concentration in meditation, there is often a struggle to find enjoyment and pleasure in the process. It is normal to experience this feeling, and in this episode, Richard Shankman, author of the audiobook The Art and Skill of Buddhist Meditation: Mindfulness, Concentration, and Insight suggests helpful, kind, and aware mindsets to adopt when learning how to improve concentration in meditation.
In a world filled with trouble, we can all benefit by learning how to practice loving kindness meditation. With a focus on sending the love in your heart to those near and dear to you, as well as those it might be more difficult to extend kindness to, loving kindness meditation helps us to cultivate self-compassion and recognize the interconnectedness of the world. This excerpt is from the popular mindfulness audiobook, MBSR Every Day: Daily Practices from the Heart of Mindfulness-Based Stress Reduction
In this episode, you’ll learn how you can access the power of meditation for personal growth, self-healing, to release anxiety, and to live on purpose. Our guest is David Gandelman, a spiritual teacher, author of "The 7 Energies of the Soul," and founder of Meditation School. David’s mission is to awaken souls on their path of growing into being human, and living an enlightened and purpose-driven life. Dive deeper into your meditation practice — David makes learning to meditate easy and accessible!
Your talents are the innate skills that nature gave you to realize your uniqueness, and they are clues that can help you to find your purpose in life. You have been gifted with a unique combination of talents that equip you to walk through life with purpose. This excerpt from the audiobook Why?: What Your Life is Telling You About Who You Are and Why You’re Here will help you to develop confidence and identify your uniqueness.
If you struggle with controlling your emotions and overreacting, it can be helpful to understand how the brain processes emotion. Today, Dr. Judith Siegel, author of the audiobook "Stop Overreacting", takes us through the most relevant aspects of brain chemistry and functioning, and demystifies the role of your mind in overreacting.
Though experiencing heartbreak is a time of grieving, it does present a new opportunity to create the life you desire. Dr. Christina Hibbert, author of the audiobook Who Am I Without You? 52 Ways to Rebuild Self-Esteem After A Breakup, shares her thoughts on healing after heartbreak. What do you want your future to look like? Focusing on this question can help the healing process.
It can be a challenge to be an introvert in a world that favors extroverts and high energy. But Dr. Arnie Kozak, author of the audiobook "The Awakened Introvert" has an encouraging suggestion— embrace being an introvert! In fact, the Buddha himself was an introvert! Dr. Kozak shareshow accepting your introversion can help you awaken to your greater potential as a human being.
Worry convinces us there's danger, and then tricks us into getting into fight, flight, or freeze mode — even when there is no danger. In this interview, Dr. David Carbonell, clinical psychologist, anxiety expert and author of the best-selling audiobook "The Worry Trick: How Your Brain Tricks You into Expecting the Worst and What You Can Do About It" shares advice on how to stop worrying. He offers new ways to respond to chronic worry, rather than trying to eliminate it.
Whether you are new to mindfulness practice, or a regular meditator, you may have wondered how to improve mindfulness meditation. Regardless of your level of experience, it may sometimes feel that your mind works against you or presents frustrations that ruin a peaceful moment. Creating a greater understanding of the obstacles you face in mindfulness meditation while learning compassionate responses will help you use each moment and breath as a path to a more fulfilling practice!
Panic attacks trick millions of people into fearing disaster and giving up so many of the activities they used to enjoy without fear. But you CAN regain freedom from panic attacks! Today we’re sharing an excerpt from the just released audiobook, "The Panic Attacks Workbook: A Guided Program for Beating the Panic Trick (Second Edition)." Written by clinical psychologist and anxiety expert Dr. David Carbonell, this audiobook will help you stop the vicious cycle that leads to panic attacks, and learn to master your anxiety.
When your mind has free reign over your feelings, it becomes difficult to find an awareness of the present moment. Thought patterns with a tendency to drag you into spirals of worry are all too common and can appear without a moment’s notice. Thankfully, there is relief to be found in the mindfulness techniques of learning to mind your thoughts and harness the power of the five senses.
Expecting perfection, inviting excuses, and harboring self-doubt are all distractions that can keep you from staying on track during weight loss. Though these challenges can be discouraging, don’t let them — or your goals — stop you from living your life. Dr.s Lillis, Dahl, and Weineland, authors of the audiobook The Diet Trap, encourage you to explore what it would be like to invite imperfection, forgiveness, and perseverance into your health journey.
When you eat without shame or guilt—free of old beliefs about what you should and should not eat—the results might surprise you. Today Dr. Lynn Rossy, author of the audiobook "The Mindfulness-Based Eating Solution," covers the basics of mindful eating. Dr. Rossy shares that what you choose to eat, when you choose to eat it, and how you eat it, should be your top priorities.
What bad habit would you like to change? How many times have you tried to break free of it? Why is it that for all our good intentions and heroic willpower we’re often unsuccessful, and end up right back where we started? How can we overcome bad habits for good? Dr. Amy Johnson shares her insights to help you break any habit—once and for all—without using willpower. Dr. Johnson is author of the audiobook "The Little Book of Big Change: The No Willpower Approach to Breaking Any Habit."
Do you struggle with creating and keeping helpful habits? Today, Dr. Ted Zeff, a psychologist who specializes in working with highly sensitive people, shares some of the elements involved in maintaining good habits. Taking small steps, and looking into your life goals hold the key to unlocking and forming new habits. All it takes is the right structure and some self-compassion!
After a difficult loss or breakup, don’t go through it alone! Instead, focus on ways to build a support system. Though heartbreak can make us want to remain alone, putting in the effort to recognize who you can lean on and how they can help can make all the difference in the healing process. By reflecting on what kind of help you need from those you love, you begin the journey of healing after a breakup.
Today we’re sharing an excerpt from the audiobook Why?: What Your Life is Telling You About Who You Are and Why You’re Here. This excerpt discusses the six great archetypal pathways that can help you to express your talents and realize our mission: the teacher/communicator, the healer/peacemaker, the warrior/guardian, the explorer/scientist, the builder/ organizer, and the artist/designer. The wisdom of these archetypes can be a helpful guide in finding your true path in life.
Knowing how to stop an overreaction when it is in full swing can seem intimidating and perhaps even out of reach. It might feel that once it begins, there is no stopping it. Though you might not be able to control what triggers you, you can learn to tune in to your body and take an active role in remaining calm. Today, Dr. Judith Siegel, author of the audiobook Stop Overreacting, will share techniques that can help you return to a state of emotional equilibrium.
Exercising impulse control is a basic idea that becomes very difficult when you just want to send that text or email and say what you really think. Letting your mind make decisions when angry might seem like the easiest option, but in the long run it is more healthy to build impulse control and learn to curb your anger. You can’t always control your emotions, but you can learn to direct your reactions and build positive mental pathways for the future.
We can all benefit from a quick and easy way to stop stress and bring ourselves back to the present moment. QUIET is an acronym for a simple technique that helps you quiet your mind in any given moment. Best of all, it only takes a few seconds!
In this episode we’re sharing an excerpt from psychotherapist Dr. Arnie Kozac’s audiobook "The Awakened Introvert: Practical Mindfulness Skills to Help You Maximize Your Strengths and Thrive in a Loud and Crazy World." In "The Awakened Introvert," Dr. Kozac shares mindfulness and cognitive behavioral tools that will help you unlock the full potential of the introvert brain. In this excerpt, Dr. Kozac shares a great technique to access mindfulness on the go—a series of five steps designed to interrupt automatic mind patterns that lead to stress. You can do the QUIET technique multiple times a day to help feel grounded and calm.
If you struggle with being assertive and knowing how to communicate effectively, you’re not alone — it’s a problem faced by many. In this excerpt from her audiobook, psychologist Dr. Julie De Azevedo Hanks encourages you to examine the way you assert yourself at work and at home, sharing strategies for getting your message across clearly and confidently.
Where is your mind right now? Are you thinking about the future? Or maybe your mind is in the past? When you are mindful, your mind is focused on right now. Psychologist Dr. Susan Albers offers helpful advice about staying in the present moment from her audiobook "Eating Mindfully."
Have you ever tried to avoid mental burnout or relieve stress by exploring how to open up to joy? Creating happiness in your everyday life is just a small part of MBSR, or Mindfulness-Based Stress Reduction, a method developed by Jon Kabat-Zinn. With a history of helping patients with anxiety, chronic pain, panic, depression and more, MBSR is the perfect tool to relieve stress by living more fully in the present moment.
We all face grief and loss, but if we can turn towards it, and listen to it, it may reveal hidden gold. Spiritual teacher Jeff Foster is the author of the popular audiobook "Falling in Love with Where You Are." He studied astrophysics at Cambridge University and holds meetings, retreats, and private sessions around the world, pointing people back to the deep acceptance in this present moment. In this excerpt from his audiobook, he shares profound insights about what can be found at the very bottom of grief and loss. We hope you'll find comfort in his inspirational words!
"Love Yourself" is a soothing and relaxing guided meditation created for women to help you open your heart and attract the love you want.
In these challenging times, many of us are constantly engaged in difficult or stressful tasks. In order to get deep sleep, it’s important to be able to shift out of your active, goal-directed state into a relaxed, winding-down state. Psychologists Colleen Carney and Rachel Mamber, authors of the audiobook "Goodnight Mind," share a powerful technique that will help you get the deep sleep you need.
Focusing is a gentle yet powerful self-awareness technique that lets you tap into your body's wisdom and make positive changes in your life. It is the process of listening to your body in a gentle, accepting way, honoring the wisdom that you have inside you, and hearing the messages that your inner self is sending you.
If you want to relax, let go of stress, and find a soothing sense of inner peace, we’ve got a great episode for you today. We’re sharing a guided meditation from the audiobook "Guided Meditations for Letting Go," by Your Great Journey. This guided meditation uses relaxation, mindfulness, and visualization to you recover a sense of inner quiet and spaciousness, quiet a noisy mind and discover a tranquil inner oasis.
Worry convinces us there's danger, and then tricks us into getting into fight, flight, or freeze mode — even when there is no danger. Today, Dr. David Carbonell, clinical psychologist, anxiety expert and author of the best-selling audiobook "The Worry Trick: How Your Brain Tricks You into Expecting the Worst and What You Can Do About It" shares advice on new ways to respond to chronic worry, rather than trying to eliminate it.
We all face grief and loss, but if we can turn towards it, and listen to it, it may reveal hidden gold. Spiritual teacher Jeff Foster is the author of the popular audiobook "Falling in Love with Where You Are." He studied astrophysics at Cambridge University and holds meetings, retreats, and private sessions around the world, pointing people back to the deep acceptance in this present moment. In this excerpt from his audiobook, he shares profound insights about what can be found at the very bottom of grief and loss. We hope you'll find comfort in his inspirational words!
Practicing self-compassion allows you to be aware, to tune in, to be mindful of your experiences, and to provide comfort and self-nurturing when you need it. According to psychotherapist Dr. Julie de Azevedo Hanks, author of the popular audiobook “The Assertiveness Guide for Women,” neglecting self-compassion is a mistake that many of us make; but, without self-love, we won’t be able to realize our full potential as human beings.
Changing habits can be difficult, so it's helpful to know if the benefit of a change will be greater than the effort involved. In this episode we’re sharing a simple exercise from the audiobook “The User's Guide to the Human Mind: Why Our Brains Make Us Unhappy, Anxious, and Neurotic and What We Can Do about It,” written by psychologist Shawn T. Smith. This exercise will help you to experiment with small behavior change methodically and in easy steps.
Do you ever feel that bad habits have taken over your life? When stress and anxiety mount, do your go-to behaviors wreak havoc on your time, relationships, work, and finances? According to Dr. Amy Johnson, psychologist and author of the popular audiobook "The Little Book of Big Change," changing bad habits is far less daunting and much more simple than you might think. It relies on neuroplasticity — the brain’s ability to reorganize itself — and requires no willpower at all!
Does it seem as though your emotions always get the better of you? That you need more time to recover from an emotional episode than others? Mental health therapist Sheri Van Dijk is the author of the best-selling audiobook "Calming the Emotional Storm." Today she explains how practicing mindfulness can help you to manage your emotions, enjoy a calmer relationship with the world around you, and lead to an increase in positive emotions.
If you’ve ever experienced sudden anxiety, you may wonder how to calm a panic attack. In this episode, Dr. Catherine M. Pittman, author of the best-selling audiobook “Rewire Your Anxious Brain,” shares some powerful coping strategies that can help you to calm down when you need it most.
Today we’re sharing a soothing guided relaxation that will help you find your center in stressful moments. This relaxation is an excerpt from psychologist Ted Zeff’s audiobook "The Highly Sensitive Person's Survival Guide: Essential Skills for Living Well in an Overstimulating World." You’ll be guided through a soothing, grounding meditation, which will leave you calm, centered, and happy.
We all sometimes wish that life could be different than it is. We'd love to wave a magic wand and fix the annoying job, the inconsiderate friend, or the distant partner. But we can’t. The good new is, we don’t need to! In this episode, Chuck Hillig, author of the audiobook "Seeds for the Soul: Living as the Source of Who You Are," inspires us to explore our vast potential, start taking ownership of our lives and live as the source of who we are.
Anxiety is a powerful force. It makes us question our decisions and ourselves, worry about the future, all while filling our days with dread and emotional turbulence. But are you truly in danger or has your brain simply "tricked" you into thinking you are? In today's episode, we’re offering an excerpt from the best-selling audio book "The Worry Trick: How Your Brain Tricks You into Expecting the Worst and What You Can Do About It," written by psychologist and anxiety expert, David A. Carbonell.
When we’re overwhelmed, we begin to start operating on surface levels, and lose touch with our inner wisdom. Being separated from your true nature can cause unhappiness, dissatisfaction, and cement bad habits. In this episode, psychologist Dr. Amy Johnson discusses the spiritual component of breaking a habit—though the advice she shares applies to any area of life where we need to connect with inner wisdom—the deep knowing of our true self. Dr. Johnson is the author of the audiobook “The Little Book of Big Change: The No-Willpower Approach to Breaking Any Habit.”
Today we’re sharing an exclusive interview with psychologist Dr. Shawn T. Smith. He offers tips to help eliminate anxiety and worry, and discusses his audiobook "The User's Guide to the Human Mind: Why Our Brains Make Us Unhappy, Anxious, and Neurotic and What We Can Do about It." This audiobook is a road map to overriding the mind’s natural impulses toward worry, self-criticism, and fear. It offers helpful guidance for overruling your thoughts and feelings and taking charge of your mind and your life.
Author and coach Robert Rabbin shares his insights about accessing the still space beyond the mind—the source of our deepest inner wisdom and clarity. In this conversation, recorded in late 2017 shortly before Robert's death, he talks about finding our way to the wisdom, clarity and authentic direction that lies inside us. He shares his thoughts on dissipating fear by getting to the root of it through the process of inquiry, and also shares an excerpt from his audiobook “The Sacred Hub: Living in the Shimmering Light of Your True Self.”
Many people who’ve experienced panic attacks try to protect themselves from their anxiety. They tell themselves “don’t think about it;" they resist it; they try to force themselves to feel better; they feel shame and embarrassment and try to keep it a secret from others; and they try to medicate it away with alcohol, nicotine, and other substances. These all make the anxiety worse. Psychologist and anxiety expert Dr. David Carbonell offers a way out for people with panic attacks—whether the attacks are part of panic disorder, social phobia, specific phobias, or some other anxiety disorder. Dr. Carbonell is author of the audiobook "Panic Attacks Workbook: A Guided Program for Beating the Panic Trick."
There are two core fears: losing what you have, and not getting what you want. According to spiritual teacher Jeff Foster, there is one solution. In this episode we offer an excerpt from Jeff's popular audiobook Falling in Love with Where You Are. Jeff helps us discover a deep YES to our lives, no matter what we're going through. He helps us to see crisis as an opportunity to heal, pain as an intelligent messenger, and our imperfections as perfectly placed.
In our modern society, weight concerns, obesity rates, and obsession with appearance have changed the way we look at food—and not necessarily for the better. If you have ever snacked when you weren’t hungry, used guilt as a guide for your eating habits, or cut calories even when you felt hungry, you have experienced “mindless” eating firsthand. Psychologist Dr. Susan Albers offers breakthrough mindfulness-based approaches in her audiobook “Eating Mindfully: How to End Mindless Eating and Enjoy a Balanced Relationship with Food.” No matter where you are on your journey toward mindful eating, this episode will help you gain insight into how mindfulness can provide you with the skills needed to control the way you eat—leading to a healthier, happier life
Are you on the cusp of a brand new story? If you can feel change brewing, if you want that change to be painless and almost instantaneous, Bob Litwin — a leading performance coach on Wall Street and a World Champion tennis player — offers a faster, more effective way to lasting change. In this conversation, Litwin shares insights into how to harnesses the power of your personal story and create positive change in any area of your life. He is the author of the audiobook "Live the Best Story of Your Life."
Psychologist Dr. Randy Paterson is the author of the audiobook "How to be Miserable: 40 Strategies You Already Use." In today’s illuminating conversation he shares a surprising, counter-intuitive approach to self-help — one that can inspire you to break out of old, unhealthy patterns and live a life of contentment.
What bad habit would you like to change? How many times have you tried to break free of it? Why is it that for all our good intentions and heroic willpower we’re often unsuccessful, and end up right back where we started? How can we overcome bad habits for good? Dr. Amy Johnson shares her insights to help you break any habit—once and for all—without using willpower. Dr. Johnson is author of the audiobook "The Little Book of Big Change: The No Willpower Approach to Breaking Any Habit."
In this informative conversation, psychologist Dr. Karyn Hall talks about the power of mindfulness, and why it is especially helpful for those who struggle with emotional sensitivity. An emotionally sensitive person herself, she shares one of the most effective techniques she’s learned for managing emotions and finding self-acceptance. Dr. Hall's audiobook “The Emotionally Sensitive Person: Finding Peace When Your Emotions Overwhelm You,” presents powerful tools for staying in the present moment, identifying emotional triggers, and experiencing overwhelming or uncomfortable emotions without becoming upset.
Dr. Judith Siegel, author of the audiobook “Stop Overreacting: Effective Strategies for Calming Your Emotions,” offers practical techniques to help us learn how to calm emotional memories. These techniques can be used in times of stress or pain to side-step your anxiety and stay in the present moment.
In this episode, we’re going to help you relax and reduce stress. You'll experience a tranquil inner oasis with an abridged guided meditation for letting go from the audiobook "Guided Meditations for Letting Go." This guided meditation utilizes relaxation, mindfulness and visualization to help you let go of stress and feel a greater sense of inner calm.
Mindfulness has been proven to help reduce anxiety, depression and stress while strengthening emotional stamina. Today mental health therapist Sheri Van Dijk introduces the basic techniques regarding how to to be present in the moment with mindfulness practice. The beauty of mindfulness is its accessibility—you can practice anywhere and anytime. In twenty minutes, you can feel clearer, calmer and more centered, regardless of what’s going on around you. And if you find yourself in the middle of an emotional storm, can you use mindfulness to get your bearings? Yes!
Are your emotions causing you anxiety? Emotions can be quite beneficial, but sometimes, emotions can have unwanted consequences, especially when they cause us fear or anxiety. Today, Psychologist Dr. David Klemanski, author of the audiobook "Don't Let Your Anxiety Run Your Life," talks about the latest and most effective techniques available to reduce and eliminate anxiety, including how to overcome anxiety with mindfulness.
Why do we practice meditation? When we practice meditation, what do we hope will change? In our own way, each of us is seeking liberation. If you’re seeking a life of greater introspection, freedom and love, then we hope you find inspiration in Robert Rabbin’s thoughts on the power of meditation. Robert Rabbin is the author of audiobook "The Sacred Hub: Living in the Shimmering Light of Your True Self."
Jeff Foster is a spiritual teacher and author of the audiobook "Falling in Love with Where You Are." Today he asks: “What will you do with this one precious, fleeting gift of life?” The answer, he says, is simple, because life is short. Discover your passion. Find a way – however much you have to struggle at first – of doing what moves you and connects you to the deepest truth of yourself.
Today we’re sharing an excerpt from the audiobook “Stop Overreacting: Effective Strategies for Calming Your Emotions,” written by marriage and family therapist Dr. Judith Siegel. When a powerful emotion overcomes us, our first response may be to run away from the experience through numbing, shutting down, looking for distractions, or becoming angry. However, calming emotions can be achieved by identifying and naming the emotion which can stimulate the left-brain, right-brain circuits and help us to stop overreacting and start feeling in control. This audiobook helps you identify your emotional triggers, discover a new way of processing impulsive thoughts and feelings, and learn how to neutralize overwhelming emotions and choose healthy responses instead of flying off the handle.
If your emotions repeatedly overwhelm you, you may be an emotionally sensitive person. Today we’re sharing a helpful except from the popular audiobook "The Emotionally Sensitive Person: Finding Peace When Your Emotions Overwhelm You," written by psychologist Dr. Kayrn Hall. Dr. Hall will introduce you to the audiobook and offer a series of questions to help you determine if you are an emotionally sensitive person.
Ironically, when you worry, your efforts to stop worrying often backfire on you. All too often, when you try to “talk yourself out of” a worry, you’re likely to fail. So what can you do? In today’s episode, psychologist and anxiety expert David Carbonell shares his funny and wise thoughts on how worry tricks us from his best-selling audiobook "The Worry Trick." He discusses the difference between doubt and danger, and how to feel more balanced and in control of your worries.
Relax, let go and experience a tranquil inner oasis with an abridged guided meditation from the audiobook “Guided Meditations for a Quiet Mind.” This guided meditation is designed to help you stop over-thinking, calm your mind, and briefly slip away from life’s demands to experience a tranquil inner oasis. It utilizes relaxation, mindfulness, and visualization to help you recover a sense of deep inner peace and serenity. Enjoy!
When you have difficulty managing your emotions, it can feel like you’re losing control of your whole life. Anger, hurt, grief, worry, and other intense feelings can be overwhelming, and how you react to these emotions can impact your ability to maintain relationships, succeed at work, or even think straight! If you find it difficult to understand, express, and process intense emotions—and most of us do—we have some helpful information from the popular audiobook “Calming the Emotional Storm: Using Dialectical Behavior Therapy Skills to Manage & Balance Your Life” by Sheri Van Dijk.
Today we’re sharing an excerpt from the popular audiobook "The Power of Focusing: A Practical Guide to Emotional Self-Healing." Focusing is a gentle yet powerful self-awareness technique that lets you tap into your body's wisdom and make positive changes in your life. It is the process of listening to your body in a gentle, accepting way, honoring the wisdom that you have inside you, and hearing the messages that your inner self is sending you.
Many people struggle with panic attacks and phobias. Dr. David Carbonell is a psychologist, anxiety expert and author of the audiobook: "Panic Attacks Workbook: A Guided Program for Beating the Panic Trick." Today he tells us there’s good news and bad news about panic attacks, and the phobias that usually accompany them. The bad news is that panic is a devious, insidious trick that can make you a prisoner in your own life, home and head. The good news? It’s only a trick! People can, and do, overcome this trick.
In this episode, we’re going to help you relax, let go of stress, and experience a tranquil inner oasis with an abridged guided meditation for letting go from the audiobook "Guided Meditations for Letting Go." This guided meditation utilizes relaxation, mindfulness and visualization to help you recover a sense of inner quiet and spaciousness.
Psychologist Dr. Amy Johnson shares great advice about how to break bad habits without using willpower. Your habits and addictions are the result of simple brain wiring that can be easily changed. If you want to understand the science behind any bad habit, make the decision to end it, and commit to real, lasting change, her audiobook, "The Little Book of Big Change: The No-Willpower Approach to Breaking Any Habit" will help you to finally take charge of your life—once and for all!
Today we're exploring the power of cognitive restructuring and ending anxiety by rewiring the brain. We're sharing an excerpt from the audio book "Rewire Your Anxious Brain: How to Use the Neuroscience of Fear to End Anxiety, Panic, and Worry." Thought patterns that are illogical or unhealthy can exacerbate anxiety or stress. Cognitive therapists focus on identifying and changing thoughts that are self-defeating or dysfunctional, particularly thoughts that lead to increased levels of anxiety or depression. This approach is known as cognitive restructuring. By changing your thoughts, you can establish new patterns of responding in the brain that become stable and lasting!
In this episode, author, coach and spiritual teacher Robert Rabbin explores the issue of addiction. He begins by breaking down the components of addiction and addresses our burning desire to break them. He asks us to look more closely. Instead of thinking of our addictions as problems waiting to be solved, he suggests that not only do we have more addictions that we may even realize, but that there is a spiritual view of addiction—addictive behavior is a sign of yearning for true freedom.
How often do you grab a meal and eat it in the car, or eat while standing over the sink, thinking about the thousand other things you need to do? When was the last time you truly savored a meal? Today we’re sharing the benefits of eating mindfully with an excerpt from psychologist Susan Albers’ audiobook “Eating Mindfully: How to End Mindless Eating and Enjoy a Balanced Relationship with Food.” Learn about the Buddha’s insights into mindful eating, and discover the joy of eating―and living―mindfully.
When you first meet someone special, it’s common to feel overwhelmed by your desire for them. It’s possible to fantasize a whole life with someone before we’ve ever even spoken to them! Often, our response to this attraction is, “This is the one!” But the problem with this type of desire is the danger of being caught up in romantic fantasies.
Dr. Jennifer Taitz, clinical psychologist and author of the audiobook “End Emotional Eating,” offers a four step process to help you learn how to handle urges of any kind, followed by an exercise to help you “urge surf,” to minimize the amount of self-control you need.
Psychologist Dr. David Klemanski tells us about two fields of psychological research—emotion regulation and mindfulness. Together they can provide a powerful framework for helping people gain mastery over anxiety. Dr. Klemanski is the author of the audiobook "Don't Let Your Anxiety Run Your Life."
In this informative conversation, Dr. Karyn Hall, author of the audiobook “The Emotionally Sensitive Person,” talks about mindfulness, and why it is especially helpful for the emotionally sensitive person. She also discusses what she calls “emotional first aid” and offers some practical tips to stop feeding overwhelming emotions.
Authors of the best-selling audiobook “Rewire Your Anxious Brain: How to Use the Neuroscience of Fear to End Anxiety, Panic, and Worry” offer great advice about being mindful of your interpretations during stressful situations. Interpretations are often shaped by past experiences and expectations, so it sometimes takes practice to identify a more helpful way to interpret it. Having the ability to change your interpretations can often go a long way toward helping you to reduce anxiety.
What can you do when your mind is spinning and your thoughts just won’t stop? Today we’re offering a guided relaxation exercise by psychologists Dr. Colleen Carney and Dr. Rachel Mamber, authors of the audiobook "Goodnight Mind: Turn Off Your Noisy Thoughts and Get a Good Night's Sleep." This guided progressive muscle relaxation will teach you to relax muscles, release tension and experience a quiet mind.
Why do we practice meditation? When we practice meditation, what do we hope will change? In our own way, each of us is seeking liberation. If you’re seeking a life of greater introspection, freedom and love, then we hope you find inspiration in Robert Rabbin’s thoughts on the power of meditation. Robert Rabbin is the author of audiobook "The Sacred Hub: Living in the Shimmering Light of Your True Self."
There’s a "Panic Trick" that’s central to all phobias: You experience discomfort and treat it like danger. Anxiety expert and clinical psychologist Dr. David Carbonell has helped thousands of people overcome fears of all kinds. Today he’s sharing a simple, counter-intuitive approach to reducing fear, anxiety and panic.
Habit change can be challenging, so it helps to know if the benefit of a change will outweigh the effort involved. Today we’re sharing an exercise from the audiobook “The User's Guide to the Human Mind: Why Our Brains Make Us Unhappy, Anxious, and Neurotic and What We Can Do about It,” written by psychologist Dr. Shawn Smith. This exercise will help you approach habit change the way a psychologist might: methodically and in small steps.
Bob Litwin, a Wall Street performance coach and world champion tennis player addresses the common misconception that change is difficult. In fact, change is fun and surprisingly simple. Bob offers insights from his audiobook "Live the Best Story of Your Life," about how to make change easy. Telling a new story can help you realize your unique and powerful potential. Lasting, positive change is only a story away!
Bob is author of the audiobook “Live the Best Story of Your Life: A World Champion's Guide to Lasting Change.” This audiobook offers 33 personalized coaching sessions that will help you reach new levels of success in every area of your life. His groundbreaking technique of changing your story is a fast, easy and effective way to create lasting change.
Many of us have trouble regulating our intake of some foods, as well as anxiety about our eating habits. How do we get back to feeling sane and happy around food? How can we cope with the part of our mind that never stops craving and demanding more? Psychologist Dr. Lynn Rossy, author of the audiobook “The Mindfulness-Based Eating Solution,” say the secret is in mindfulness eating.
Often the difference between making a rash decision and the right decision is a just matter of moments. It's much easier to break a habit when we learn to pause, assess, and then plan before we act. Even a pause of just a few moments can help us regain control. In this episode, we’re sharing an excerpt from the audiobook "The Little Book of Big Change: The No-Willpower Approach to Breaking Any Habit," written by psychologist Amy Johnson.
Today we’re sharing an excerpt from "End Emotional Eating: Using Dialectical Behavior Therapy to Cope with Difficult Emotions and Develop a Healthy Relationship to Food" by Dr. Jennifer L. Taitz. If you’ve wondered about the science behind emotional eating, then you’ll appreciate this investigation into why we eat when we feel poorly, and how we can break free of that pattern.
Your mind is not built to make you happy; it’s built to help you survive. But in the process, it may have developed some bad habits—like avoiding new experiences or scrounging around for problems where none exist. Is it any wonder that worry, anxiety, and self-critical thoughts so often get in the way of enjoying life? Today we’re sharing an exclusive interview with psychologist Dr. Shawn Smith. He discusses his audiobook "The User's Guide to the Human Mind: Why Our Brains Make Us Unhappy, Anxious, and Neurotic and What We Can Do about It," and offers helpful tips to eliminate worry and anxiety.
Most of us want to avoid being touched by loneliness. When we sense it coming into our awareness, we may feel nervous, fearful, angry, or frustrated—feelings we’d rather not experience. But Robert Rabbin, author of “The Sacred Hub,” has some inspiring words today about dealing with loneliness: when we make the tough decision to walk through loneliness instead of running from it, we realize there was nothing to be afraid of in the first place.
Jeff Foster is a spiritual teacher and author of the audiobook Falling in Love with Where You Are. Today he asks: “What will you do with this one precious, fleeting gift of life?” The answer, he says, is simple, because life is short. Do whatever makes you feel passionately alive. Find a way – however much you have to struggle at first – of doing what moves you and connects you to the deepest truth of yourself.
What do you want more than anything in your life? You might be surprised to learn that it’s probably not what you first think! In this episode, noted psychiatrist Dr. Shelley Uram offers a simple exercise from her audiobook “Essential Living: A Guide to Having Happiness & Peace.” This exercise will help you peel back the layers to find what you want most.
One out of every six people fears flying. It’s a solvable problem, and yet many people who’ve tried to face their fear of flying find that the harder they try to control it, the worse it gets. Anxiety expert and clinical psychologist Dr. David Carbonell has helped thousands of people overcome fears of all kinds. Today he’s sharing some helpful information from his audiobook, “The Fear of Flying Workbook” for anyone who wants to overcome the fear of flying.
Dr. David Klemanski, psychologist and author of the audiobook “Don’t Let Your Anxiety Run Your Life,” talks about the science of emotion regulation and the latest and most effective techniques available to reduce and eliminate anxiety. If you’re ready to take steps to skillfully manage anxiety, then you’ll appreciate this informative interview with an expert in overcoming anxiety.
In moderate amounts, anxiety and depression can improve our focus and performance. That doesn’t mean that depression and anxiety are always useful. In large doses, they are debilitating. However, one of the most important truths about our minds is this: we don’t always have to obey them.
In this episode, we hear from psychologist Dr. Shawn Smith, author of the audiobook "The User's Guide to the Human Mind: Why Our Brains Make Us Unhappy, Anxious, and Neurotic and What We Can Do about It." Dr. Smith talks about the biology behind anxiety and depression. He calls them “ancient tools”—tools that aren’t well-suited for modern times. While anxiety and depression can often be debilitating, in small doses, these seemingly negative feelings can actually help you excel.
Today we’re sharing a soothing guided meditation that will help you find your center in stressful moments. This guided meditation for stress can also help any time you just want to feel more grounded. This meditation is from psychologist Ted Zeff’s audiobook "The Highly Sensitive Person's Survival Guide: Essential Skills for Living Well in an Overstimulating World." In this episode, Dr. Zeff shares a meditation that will help you come back to center. You’ll be guided through a soothing, grounding meditation, which will leave you calm, centered, and happy.
Mindfulness practice can help bring us, moment by moment, into a greater sense of spaciousness, calmness, and a deeper connection with ourselves and the world. Today we’re offering step-by-step instructions for a simple mindfulness practice you can return to over and over again.
Today we’re sharing an excerpt from the popular audiobook “The Art and Skill of Buddhist Meditation: Mindfulness, Concentration, and Insight,” by Richard Shankman. This audiobook is a practical guide to building a strong meditation practice using mindfulness, concentration, and insight.
In this episode Richard offers step-by-step instructions for a foundational mediation practice: Mindfulness of Breathing. This simple mindfulness practice helps us learn how to be present as we connect mindfully with the experience of breathing—just as it is happening now.
We all want to live a fulfilling, authentic, and expansive life. But how do we do that? How can we access our deepest inner resources? Today, author and coach Robert Rabbin shares his thoughts about discovering the inner wisdom and clarity hat lies inside of everyone.
Robert Rabbin is the author of the audiobook "The Sacred Hub: Living in the Shimmering Light of Your True Self." This audiobook is an inspiring guide through the process of questioning, reframing, and deepening awareness that will help you discover your own infinite nature–one of enduring happiness and peace.
In today’s conversation, Robert talks about how to reframe problems so that we aren’t contracted and anxious, allowing us to more easily access inner wisdom and our capacity for insight, presence, and action. He shares thoughts on the power of accessing the still space beyond the mind—the source of our deepest inner wisdom and clarity.
Stay tuned after the conversation—Robert shares an excerpt from "The Sacred Hub" audiobook.
We can all benefit from a quick and easy way to stop stress and bring ourselves back to the present moment. QUIET is an acronym for a simple technique that helps you quiet your mind in any given moment. Best of all, it only takes a few seconds!
In this episode we’re sharing an excerpt from psychotherapist Dr. Arnie Kozac’s audiobook "The Awakened Introvert: Practical Mindfulness Skills to Help You Maximize Your Strengths and Thrive in a Loud and Crazy World." In "The Awakened Introvert," Dr. Kozac shares mindfulness and cognitive behavioral tools that will help you unlock the full potential of the introvert brain. In this excerpt, Dr. Kozac shares a great technique to access mindfulness on the go—a series of five steps designed to interrupt automatic mind patterns that lead to stress. You can do the QUIET technique multiple times a day to help feel grounded and calm.
In the short term, it might seem like it makes sense to avoid things that trigger fear or anxiety. But this strategy to manage anxiety can actually increase your anxiety response in future situations. This cycle can lead to increased anxiety and worry, and a loss of confidence in your ability to cope. In this episode we offer an excerpt from the audiobook “Don’t Let Your Anxiety Run Your Life,” written by doctor of psychology David Klemanski and Joshua Curtiss. In this excerpt, David and Joshua discuss the problems and pitfalls of common strategies to avoid anxiety.
Belonging is a basic human need. Any rejection we experience tends to create a normal sense of discomfort. When rejection triggers a deeper feeling of pain, it may come from a belief that we are worthless or unlovable. We may also feel an emotional intensity that is greater than the situation calls for. But even in the midst of an intense reaction, we can learn how to handle rejection and find our way back to emotional balance.
In this episode we’re sharing an excerpt from the audiobook “Stop Overreacting: Effective Strategies for Calming Your Emotions” written by marriage and family therapist Judith Siegel. Stop Overreacting helps you identify your emotional triggers and neutralize overwhelming emotions—choosing healthy responses instead of losing control.
We know that good self-esteem can help us have a better, more fulfilling life. But if you’re exhausted from the pursuit of high self-esteem, clinical psychologist Dr. Christina Hibbert says may be time to consider something more holistic, gentle and effective.
Today we’re sharing an excerpt from Dr. Christina Hibbert’s audiobook "Who Am I Without You? 52 Ways to Rebuild Self-Esteem After A Breakup." While this audiobook is full of tips for anyone struggling with the end of a relationship, it’s equally valuable for anyone looking for a life with more energy, gratitude, and focus.
In this episode, Dr. Hibbert speaks from her experience with many clients who have tried and failed to improve their lives by working on their self-esteem. Instead, she suggests re-framing our concept of ourselves—and it begins with acceptance, rather than striving.
Frustrated with outdated forms of spirituality that emphasize rejecting the thinking mind and the ego, best-selling author and pioneering philosopher Tim Freke has created a fresh approach to spirituality for the 21st century. Today he presents an inspiring talk about the ‘deep awake’ state, which offers what he calls an “engaged, sensual enlivenment.”
In this episode, Tim encourages us to embrace our humanness and break through old, “either/or” thinking. His inspiring perspective sets us free to experience a new way of thinking and a new spiritual paradigm.
We hope you enjoy Tim’s great sense of humor and profound love of life!
If you’re an emotionally sensitive person, you’ve probably heard this before: “Stop being so sensitive.” These words can be frustrating because you can’t just switch off your emotions. But there are effective techniques that can help you manage your emotions before they take over your life.
Psychologist Dr. Karyn Hall joins us to offer advice for emotionally sensitive people and to talk about her audiobook, "The Emotionally Sensitive Person: Finding Peace When Your Emotions Overwhelm You." This audiobook provides proven-effective cognitive behavioral and mindfulness techniques to help anyone who struggles with intense emotions.
In this informative conversation, Dr. Hall talks offers advice for those who are emotionally sensitive. She also discusses mindfulness, and why it's especially helpful for the emotionally sensitive person.
Do you ever wish you could manage intense emotions more confidently? Anger, hurt, grief, worry, and other intense feelings can be overwhelming. If you find yourself feeling out of control or overly emotional then you’ll appreciate this episode which features an excerpt from the popular audiobook "Calming the Emotional Storm: Using Dialectical Behavior Therapy Skills to Manage & Balance Your Life," by mental health therapist, Sheri Van Dijk, MSW. Sheri draws from her extensive experience teaching dialectical behavior therapy (DBT) skills to offer a comprehensive audiobook full of helpful tips for managing intense emotions. Today Sheri discusses three different ways we think about the events and people in our lives. At any time, we can be processing with our "emotional self,” our "reasonable self,” or our "wise self.” Sheri discusses how to access or wisest self, expand self-awareness, and begin living an emotionally balanced and harmonious life.
Anxiety is an epidemic in our modern world. Almost everyone experiences some anxiety regularly. In this episode, Psychologist Dr. David Klemanski talks about the latest and most effective techniques available to reduce and eliminate anxiety, including practicing mindfulness to overcome anxiety. He also discusses his new audiobook, “Don’t Let Your Anxiety Run Your Life,” step-by-step guide for managing the thoughts and feelings that cause anxiety, worry, fear, and panic. If you’re ready to take steps to skillfully manage anxiety, then you’ll appreciate this informative interview.
Staying within our comfort zones is reassuring and very tempting. However, many experts agree that our lives improves when we break out of our comfort zones. In this episode we’re sharing a humorous excerpt from the audiobook “How to Be Miserable: 40 Strategies You Already Use,” written by psychologist Randy Paterson. In this tongue-in-cheek audiobook, Dr. Paterson outlines 40 specific behaviors and habits, which—if followed—are sure to lead to a lifetime of unhappiness. On the other hand, if you do the opposite, you might just find yourself living a happy, fulfilled life. We hope this excerpt will inspire you to try new things, take some new chances, and expand beyond your comfort zones into a world of new possibilities!
How often do you crawl into bed after an exhausting day only to find that you can’t sleep? What's often overlooked in getting a good night's sleep is the importance of preparing for sleep. In this episode psychologist Dr. Ted Zeff offers some practical techniques to help you transition from your wakeful, daytime life to a night of deep, restful sleep.
Today we’re sharing an excerpt from “The Highly Sensitive Person’s Survival Guide: Essential Skills for Living Well in an Overstimulating World,” written Dr. Ted Zeff.
In this episode, Dr. Zeff addresses a problem that many highly sensitive people suffer from—sleep issues. While some people can sleep through sirens and earthquakes, the highly sensitive person feels they can’t sleep with light background noise or ambient lighting. While there are many possible reasons for sleep problems, over stimulation can often block natural sleep signals, and leave you tossing and turning. Dr. Zeff offers essential strategies to help you make the transition from alert and awake to deep sleep.
Today we’re sharing an excerpt from the popular audiobook "The Worry Trick: How Your Brain Tricks You into Expecting the Worst and What You Can Do About It," by psychologist Dr. David Carbonell. This popular and effective audiobook shows how anxiety hijacks the brain, and offers effective techniques to help you break the cycle of worry—once and for all.
In this episode, Dr. Carbonell talks about how it’s easy to get fooled by our thoughts— especially worrisome thoughts. The real meaning of the worrisome thoughts generally has little to do with the subject matter of the thoughts. In this excerpt, he shares his approach to dealing with chronic worry.
We all know that men and women think differently. When women don’t understand how the male mind works, it can lead to frustration, misunderstandings and difficult relationships. Today psychologist Shawn Smith, author of the audiobook “The Woman’s Guide to How Men Think,” offers insights into male psychology, and some practical tips for women to help them better understand and connect with the men they love.
When you’re meditating, does it ever feel like you‘re struggling or working hard? Do you have a sense that you should be having a different experience? Even in times like these you can learn to rest and relax. Today we’re exploring the Buddhist meditation skill of “right effort”—being fully in the present while naturally moving toward more peace, clarity, and awareness.
Today we’re sharing an excerpt from the audiobook "The Art and Skill of Buddhist Meditation: Mindfulness, Concentration, and Insight," written by Richard Shankman. This audiobook is a practical guide to building a strong meditation practice using mindfulness, concentration, and insight. Developing the meditation skill of “right effort” will help you let go of struggle and fully open to the present moment. You’ll learn to meet yourself with kindness, compassion, and a sense of exploration and experimentation.
What happens when the ground beneath your feet gives way? A relationship ends unexpectedly, success turns to failure overnight, a loved one dies, or you receive a diagnosis out of the blue. In times of deep uncertainty, we often have the sense that our world is spinning out of control. Jeff Foster studied astrophysics at Cambridge University. He now holds meetings around the world, gently pointing people back to the deep acceptance inherent in the present moment. In this episode, we’re sharing an excerpt from Jeff’s audiobook, "Falling in Love with Where You Are"—where he offers comforting and inspiring wisdom for times of deep uncertainty.
How many times a day do you criticize or judge yourself? In this episode, psychologist Dr. Lynn Rossy shares a short guided meditation from her audiobook "The Mindfulness-Based Eating Solution: Proven Strategies to End Overeating, Satisfy Your Hunger, and Savor Your Life." This guided mindfulness practice will help you notice thoughts without judgment or trying to change what arises. You can learn to not be affected by your thoughts and relate to them in a way that ends their control of you and your behavior.
We all have access to a deep well of inner wisdom—a source we can draw on for clarity when determining the best course of action in any area of life. But when we’re in the midst of stressful and challenging times, it can be difficult to access inner wisdom.
In this episode we’re sharing an excerpt from the audiobook "The Little Book of Big Change: The No-Willpower Approach to Breaking Any Habit," written by psychologist Amy Johnson. Dr. Johnson draws on a powerful combination of neuroscience and spirituality to illustrate a profound truth: your mental patterns are the result of simple brain wiring that can be easily changed.
Today Dr. Johnson discusses the spiritual component of breaking a habit—though the advice she shares applies to any area of life where we need to access inner wisdom—the deep knowing of our true self.
We know we should probably meditate, but we may find ourselves distracted by dozens of different impulses the second we try to clear our minds. The benefits of practices like mindfulness-based stress reduction (MBSR) are well known, but many people still struggle to keep up a consistent meditation practice.
Today we’re sharing an excerpt from an audiobook full of mindfulness techniques: MBSR Every Day: Daily Practices from the Heart of Mindfulness-Based Stress Reduction by Dr. Elisha Goldstein and Dr. Bob Stahl.
In this episode, Drs. Goldstein and Stahl address the problem that many people have with meditation: it’s harder than it seems! They identify five common obstacles that can derail your best efforts to meditate, as well as five antidotes to those obstacles. If you’re looking for a little less frustration on the path to being more present, today’s episode is a great place to start!