Anxiety Connection: Recent Episodes
Wendy Leeds
The Anxiety Connection is a one-stop resource where anxious people everywhere can come together for a sense of connection, understanding, and to get the latest information on what causes anxiety and how to manage it.
Host Wendy Leeds, a three-time-cancer survivor and psychotherapist, shares her personal story of life-long anxiety, how she’s dealt with cancer, and found her way through her fear to the other side. As an experienced therapist, she shares the latest research, explores ways anxiety impacts our lives and offers simple, effective tools and techniques that you can use to ease your fears.
If you struggle with meditation, here are 3 easy, effective meditation practices you can use to bring a sense of calm to your life.
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The new book is called, “Solving the Anxiety Equation: The Formula to Free Yourself from Fear” and it's available everywhere books are sold: https://wendyleeds.com/book
Overview of the book: https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLjXbTbLtmeOgvqcwyXRciZ4kHYM6X9CG0&si=Z89Wb4XzrYxplm9z
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MORE ANXIETY RESOURCES:
BOOKS: Solving the Anxiety Equation / Calm & Sense https://wendyleeds.com/books
PODCAST: Anxiety Connection, hosted by Wendy Leeds https://wendyleeds.com/podcast
QUIZ: Find Out the Cost of Your Anxiety https://wendyleeds.com/quiz
MINI-COURSE: Why You're Anxious & What to Do About It https://wendyleeds.com/mini-course
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SOCIAL:
- https://youtube.com/@wendyleedskeepingcalm
- https://facebook.com/wendyleedskeepingcalm
- https://threads.net/@wendyleedskeepingcalm
- https://instagram.com/wendyleedskeepingcalm
© 2020 - 2025 Wendy Leeds
If you’ve ever experienced a panic attack, you know how powerless you can feel in the face of your fear. But you aren’t helpless. The B.E.A.R. technique offers you 4 simple steps to get from a state of panic to peace.
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The new book is called, “Solving the Anxiety Equation: The Formula to Free Yourself from Fear” and it's available everywhere books are sold: https://wendyleeds.com/book
Overview of the book: https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLjXbTbLtmeOgvqcwyXRciZ4kHYM6X9CG0&si=Z89Wb4XzrYxplm9z
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MORE ANXIETY RESOURCES:
BOOKS: Solving the Anxiety Equation / Calm & Sense https://wendyleeds.com/books
PODCAST: Anxiety Connection, hosted by Wendy Leeds https://wendyleeds.com/podcast
QUIZ: Find Out the Cost of Your Anxiety https://wendyleeds.com/quiz
MINI-COURSE: Why You're Anxious & What to Do About It https://wendyleeds.com/mini-course
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SOCIAL:
- https://youtube.com/@wendyleedskeepingcalm
- https://facebook.com/wendyleedskeepingcalm
- https://threads.net/@wendyleedskeepingcalm
- https://instagram.com/wendyleedskeepingcalm
© 2020 - 2025 Wendy Leeds
If fear and self-doubt have been holding you back – and you’re ready to make a change – here are 5 simple phrases that can help you do just that.
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The new book is called, “Solving the Anxiety Equation: The Formula to Free Yourself from Fear” and it's available everywhere books are sold: https://wendyleeds.com/book
Overview of the book: https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLjXbTbLtmeOgvqcwyXRciZ4kHYM6X9CG0&si=Z89Wb4XzrYxplm9z
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MORE ANXIETY RESOURCES:
BOOKS: Solving the Anxiety Equation / Calm & Sense https://wendyleeds.com/books
PODCAST: Anxiety Connection, hosted by Wendy Leeds https://wendyleeds.com/podcast
QUIZ: Find Out the Cost of Your Anxiety https://wendyleeds.com/quiz
MINI-COURSE: Why You're Anxious & What to Do About It https://wendyleeds.com/mini-course
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SOCIAL:
- https://youtube.com/@wendyleedskeepingcalm
- https://facebook.com/wendyleedskeepingcalm
- https://threads.net/@wendyleedskeepingcalm
- https://instagram.com/wendyleedskeepingcalm
© 2020 - 2025 Wendy Leeds
For 4 years we’ve come together at our Anxiety Connection to talk about what causes our anxiety, how anxiety affects our lives, and what we can do to feel better. We’ve explored practical things we can do to ease our fears. We’ve shared our common experience of dealing with our negative thoughts. And we’ve united in community of caring and support. While this episode will be the last for a while, I’m hoping we can keep in touch.
SHOW NOTES:
Links from the episode:
- BLOG: https://wendyleeds.com/blog
- EMAIL: https://wendyleeds.com/subscribe
Highlighted episodes:
- Getting through tough times: “An Unexpected Miracle” (Episode 38) and “Choose to Bloom” (Episode 49)
- Getting started: “Procrastination: 4 Simple Steps to Reduce Its Power Over You” (Episode 51)
- How to keep going: “Walking into the Fire” (Episode 46)
- How to get a good night’s sleep: A New Perspective on Insomnia" (Episode 28) and “4 Techniques to Help You Fall Asleep” (Episode 40)
MORE WAYS TO CONNECT:
- FACEBOOK: https://facebook.com/wendyleedskeepingcalm
- YOUTUBE: https://youtube.com/@wendyleedskeepingcalm
- INSTAGRAM: https://instagram.com/wendyleedskeepingcalm
- THREADS: https://threads.net/@wendyleedskeepingcalm
MORE RESOURCES FROM WENDY:
- BOOK: Calm & Sense: A Woman's Guide to Living Anxiety-Free https://wendyleeds.com/book
- QUIZ: Find Out the Cost of Your Anxiety https://wendyleeds.com/quiz
- MINI-COURSE: Why You're Anxious & What to Do About It https://wendyleeds.com/mini-course
- PODCAST: Anxiety Connection, hosted by Wendy Leeds https://wendyleeds.com/podcast
© 2020 - 2024 Wendy Leeds
Have you ever considered going to therapy but hesitated because you didn’t know what to expect? Join us as Lucille Fisher and I explore what it’s really like to go to therapy. We discuss why it’s important to find the right therapist and what you can expect from the therapeutic process – the challenges, the changes, and the potential life-changing benefits.
SHOW NOTES
My Friend Lucille Fisher is a wife, mother, grandmother, and business owner. Her company, Sage and Savvy Marketing, specializes in helping businesses and non-profits grow through savvy social media marketing and customer-focused website development.
Contact: lucille@sageandsavvymarketing.com LinkedIn: https://linkedin.com/in/lucillefisher/
WENDY’S RESOURCES RELATED TO EPISODE 64:
WATCH: I have a module in my mini-course about how to decide whether or not professional help is right for you: How to Know if Therapy Is Right for You (Module 9 of 10) https://youtu.be/npworQAah2o
DOWNLOAD: I’ve prepared a checklist of criteria to help you in your decision along with a set of questions to ask in order to assess a therapist: When and How to Get Help.pdf https://d875ac62-c9ec-4647-9e46-6e3985079b73.usrfiles.com/ugd/d875ac_752655ac8df94673a30b079172193c4a.pdf
READ: Chapter 10 of my book is about how to assess a therapist to make sure they are a good fit – including the questions to ask a therapist. The book is: Calm & Sense: A Woman's Guide to Living Anxiety-Free https://wendyleeds.com/book
LISTEN: Episode 53 of Anxiety Connection breaks down the stigma of seeking help for our mental health in today’s culture: Should I Go to Therapy? 8 Reasons to See a Therapist https:// wendyleeds.com/podcast/episode/1edba46d
OTHER RESOURCES RELATED TO EPISODE 64:
- What is Dysregulation? According to the Cleveland Clinic, “emotional dysregulation is a mental health symptom that involves trouble controlling your emotions and how you act on those feelings. To those around you, your emotions and reactions will seem out of proportion compared to what you’re reacting to…
You can think about emotional regulation like volume control for your feelings. When you use the volume control for a device, you can keep it from being too loud. With emotional dysregulation, your brain can’t regulate emotion signals. In effect, your volume control doesn’t work like it should, making your emotions “louder” and harder to manage.”
Cleveland Clinic, Emotional Dysregulation. Last reviewed. June 6, 2023. https://my.clevelandclinic.org/health/symptoms/25065-emotional-dysregulation
- To read more about how trauma affects the body I recommend: The Body Keeps Score by Bessel van der Kolk.
Look up: van der Kolk, Bessel. (2015). The Body Keeps Score: Brain, Mind and Body in the Healing of Trauma. Penguin Books. New York, New York.
- To learn more about the vagus nerve and how it affects anxiety here are two resources The Polyvagal Theory by Stephen W. Porges.
Look up: Porges, Stephen. W. (2011). The polyvagal theory: Neurophysiological foundations of emotions, attachment, communication, and self-regulation. W W Norton & Co. New York, New York.
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Accessing the Healing Power of the Vagus Nerve by Stanley Rosenberg.
Look up: Rosenberg, Stanley.2017) Accessing the Healing Power of the Vagus Nerve: Self-Help Exercises for Anxiety, Depression, Trauma, and Autism. North Atlantic Books. Berkely, California.
- My favorite book on the therapeutic process is: The Gift of Therapy by Irvin D. Yalom.
Look up: Yalom, Irvin, D. (2009) The Gift of Therapy: Reflections on being a Therapist. Harper Perennial. New York, New York.
MORE RESOURCES FROM WENDY:
PODCAST: Anxiety Connection, hosted by Wendy Leeds https://wendyleeds.com/podcast
QUIZ: Find Out the Cost of Your Anxiety https://wendyleeds.com/quiz
MINI-COURSE: Why You're Anxious & What to Do About It https://wendyleeds.com/mini-course
BOOK: Calm & Sense: A Woman's Guide to Living Anxiety-Free https://wendyleeds.com/book
WAYS TO CONNECT:
I respond to every message I get, so please do reach out.
I send infrequent emails and I love to get replies from the community: EMAIL: https://wendyleeds.com/subscribe
My Facebook page is active; Instagram less so: FACEBOOK: https://facebook.com/wendyleedskeepingcalm INSTAGRAM: https://instagram.com/wendyleedskeepingcalm
I have a lot of anxiety and panic-related videos on my YouTube page: YOUTUBE: https://youtube.com/@wendyleedskeepingcalm
© 2020 - 2024 Wendy Leeds
Do you feel like you’ve taken the wrong road in life? You’ve ended up lost, afraid, and you have no clue what to do next? Join us as we explore the step-by-step process of creating a life plan that’s specifically tailored to who you really are, where you really want to go with your life, and the best way for you to get there.
LINKS AND RESOURCES FROM EPISODE 63:
DOWNLOAD: Daily Anxiety Log.pdf Includes 12 key questions so you can look for anxiety patterns or specific triggers.
MORE RESOURCES FROM WENDY:
PODCAST: Anxiety Connection, hosted by Wendy Leeds https://wendyleeds.com/podcast
QUIZ: Find Out the Cost of Your Anxiety https://wendyleeds.com/quiz
READ: 10 Powerful Questions to Calm Your Anxiety by Wendy Leeds for additional ways to get to calm your anxiety. https://www.wendyleeds.com/post/10-powerful-questions-to-calm-your-anxiety
WAYS TO CONNECT:
I respond to every message I get, so please do reach out.
I send infrequent emails and I love to get replies from the community: EMAIL: https://wendyleeds.com/subscribe
My Facebook page is active; Instagram less so: FACEBOOK: https://facebook.com/wendyleedskeepingcalm INSTAGRAM: https://instagram.com/wendyleedskeepingcalm
I have a lot of anxiety and panic-related videos on my YouTube page: YOUTUBE: https://youtube.com/@wendyleedskeepingcalm
© 2020 - 2024 Wendy Leeds
Maybe you feel like your anxiety has you trapped and there’s nothing you can do about it. Or maybe you’d like to make a change, but fear is holding you back.
In this episode, we discuss how a simple shift of focus can get you past that fear and get you started on the road to feeling better.
LINKS AND RESOURCES FROM EPISODE 62:
Taking action means listening to your body and mind.
READ: Calm & Sense: A Woman's Guide to Living Anxiety-Free by Wendy Leeds https://wendyleeds.com/book. All of Part 3 (Chapters 11-25) is devoted to the concept of Reframing Your Anxiety.
DOWNLOAD: Techniques to Ease Anxiety.pdf https://d875ac62-c9ec-4647-9e46-6e3985079b73.usrfiles.com/ugd/d875ac_7cb34c17860b4ea9be78965ac2f080e9.pdf
MORE RESOURCES FROM WENDY:
PODCAST: Anxiety Connection, hosted by Wendy Leeds https://wendyleeds.com/podcast
QUIZ: Find Out the Cost of Your Anxiety https://wendyleeds.com/quiz
READ: How to Listen to Your Body and Give it What it Needs by Wendy Leeds, published by TinyBuddha https://tinybuddha.com/blog/how-listen-to-your-body-and-give-it-what-it-needs/
LISTEN: Just Breathe: Controlling Anxiety from the Inside Out (Episode 12 of Anxiety Connection) https://wendyleeds.com/podcast/episode/1d18487c/
READ: A Guide to EFT Tapping by Jayne Leonard in MedicalNewsToday to learn more about Tapping or Emotional Freedom Technique (EFT). https://www.medicalnewstoday.com/articles/326434#how-to-do-eft-tapping
WAYS TO CONNECT:
I respond to every message I get, so please do reach out.
I send infrequent emails and I love to get replies from the community: EMAIL: https://wendyleeds.com/subscribe
My Facebook page is active; Instagram less so: FACEBOOK: https://facebook.com/wendyleedskeepingcalm INSTAGRAM: https://instagram.com/wendyleedskeepingcalm
I have a lot of anxiety and panic-related videos on my YouTube page: YOUTUBE: https://youtube.com/@wendyleedskeepingcalm
Citations from Episode 62:
Berg, Allen. (March 2023) The Basics of Driving a Race Car Fast. Allenbergracingschools https://www.allenbergracingschools.com/expert-advice/the-basics-of-driving-a-race-car-fast-2/
McCall, Timothy, MD. 2007. Yoga as Medicine. New York: Bantam Dell. Page 35.
© 2020 - 2024 Wendy Leeds
Anxiety shows up differently for all of us. Your anxiety is uniquely yours. Identifying the specific pieces of your anxiety puzzle is an important step in the healing process. Together, let’s take a look at exactly how anxiety is affecting your thoughts, your beliefs, your body, and the steep price you may be paying for all the time spent worrying.
LINKS AND RESOURCES FROM EPISODE 61:
DOWNLOAD: Anxiety Symptoms Physical Emotional Cognitive.pdf https://d875ac62-c9ec-4647-9e46-6e3985079b73.usrfiles.com/ugd/d875ac_8670508b4237496d9d202fca8c17f44c.pdf
DOWNLOAD: Checklist of Anxiety Symptoms Mind vs Body.pdf https://d875ac62-c9ec-4647-9e46-6e3985079b73.usrfiles.com/ugd/d875ac_ac89f406534a42d1b157ea43f74919cd.pdf
READ: To learn more about Gephrophobia (a fear of crossing bridges) in this summary article: https://psychtimes.com/gephyrophobia-fear-of-crossing-bridges/
MORE RESOURCES FROM WENDY:
BOOK: Calm & Sense: A Woman's Guide to Living Anxiety-Free https://wendyleeds.com/book
QUIZ: Find Out the Cost of Your Anxiety https://wendyleeds.com/quiz
MINI-COURSE: Why You're Anxious & What to Do About It https://wendyleeds.com/mini-course
LISTEN: Change Your Self-Talk, Change Your Life (Episode 9 of Anxiety Connection) to learn more about your mind and anxiety. https://wendyleeds.com/podcast/episode/3ba67649/
LISTEN: Anxiety: What’s Your Body Got to Do with It? (Episode 13 of Anxiety Connection) to learn more about your body and anxiety. https://wendyleeds.com/podcast/episode/229df522/
LISTEN: Easing Anxiety: Interview with Martha Henry MacDonald (Episode 29 of Anxiety Connection) to learn more about how to connect the body and mind. https://wendyleeds.com/podcast/episode/256bb9b5/
READ: The Power of Your Posture by Wendy Leeds. https://wendyleeds.com/post/the-power-of-your-posture
LISTEN: 7 Steps to Living A Courageous Life (Episode 23 of Anxiety Connection) for the motivation to get started. https://wendyleeds.com/podcast/episode/2a3a0cb8/
WAYS TO CONNECT:
I respond to every message I get, so please do reach out.
I send infrequent emails and I love to get replies from the community: EMAIL: https://wendyleeds.com/subscribe
My Facebook page is active; Instagram less so: FACEBOOK: https://facebook.com/wendyleedskeepingcalm INSTAGRAM: https://instagram.com/wendyleedskeepingcalm
I have a lot of anxiety and panic-related videos on my YouTube page: YOUTUBE: https://youtube.com/@wendyleedskeepingcalm
© 2020 - 2024 Wendy Leeds
If it feels like anxiety is keeping you a prisoner in your own life, please join me as we explore the internal causes of that anxiety, how those fears may be keeping you trapped in a prison of your thoughts and fears, how those fears affect your life, and the key to finally setting yourself free.
LINKS AND RESOURCES FROM EPISODE 60:
DOWNLOAD: What Is the Impact of Your Anxiety.pdf
LISTEN: Feeling Anxious? Trust Yourself (Episode 17 of Anxiety Connection) https://www.wendyleeds.com/podcast/episode/32bb48bd/feeling-anxious-trust-yourself-or-ep-17
MORE RESOURCES FROM WENDY:
BOOK: Calm & Sense: A Woman's Guide to Living Anxiety-Free https://wendyleeds.com/book
QUIZ: Find Out the Cost of Your Anxiety https://wendyleeds.com/quiz
MINI-COURSE: Why You're Anxious & What to Do About It https://wendyleeds.com/mini-course
WAYS TO CONNECT:
I respond to every message I get, so please do reach out.
I send infrequent emails and I love to get replies from the community: EMAIL: https://wendyleeds.com/subscribe
My Facebook page is active; Instagram less so: FACEBOOK: https://facebook.com/wendyleedskeepingcalm INSTAGRAM: https://instagram.com/wendyleedskeepingcalm
I have a lot of anxiety and panic-related videos on my YouTube page: YOUTUBE: https://youtube.com/@wendyleedskeepingcalm
SOURCES:
Mellan, Olivia, and Piskaldo, Katrina. Reviewed June 9, 2016. “Men, Women and Money.” Psychology Today. Andrews, Linda, Wasmer. June 9, 2015. “Why Women Need More Me-Time – and How They Can Claim It.” Psychology Today. Edited by Real Simple. April 4, 2012 “How Do Women Spend Their Time?” Real Simple.
© 2020 - 2024 Wendy Leeds
In the U.S., women are twice as likely to be diagnosed with anxiety, and the reasons might surprise you. While there are all sorts of things that can make us anxious, some of those things are specific to women. In this episode we explore those causes, and I also share one of the best techniques I know to calm anxiety instantly.
LINKS AND RESOURCES FROM EPISODE 59:
DOWNLOAD: What Is Making You Anxious.pdf https://d875ac62-c9ec-4647-9e46-6e3985079b73.usrfiles.com/ugd/d875ac_f5db810b315646b0a446332bb55178d4.pdf
LISTEN: Feeling Anxious? Trust Yourself (Episode 17 of Anxiety Connection) https://wendyleeds.com/podcast/episode/32bb48bd/feeling-anxious-trust-yourself-or-ep-17
LISTEN: How to Get Unstuck (Episode 6 of Anxiety Connection) https://wendyleeds.com/podcast/episode/2d5fd2eb/how-to-get-unstuck-or-ep-6
FOR REFERENCE: The 6 different categories of external causes of anxiety:
- Physical
- Caffeine
- Genetic
- Hormonal
- Trauma
- Media
MORE RESOURCES FROM WENDY:
BOOK: Calm & Sense: A Woman's Guide to Living Anxiety-Free https://wendyleeds.com/book
QUIZ: Find Out the Cost of Your Anxiety https://wendyleeds.com/quiz
MINI-COURSE: Why You're Anxious & What to Do About It https://wendyleeds.com/mini-course
WAYS TO CONNECT:
I respond to every message I get, so please do reach out.
I send infrequent emails and I love to get replies from the community: EMAIL: https://wendyleeds.com/subscribe
My Facebook page is active; Instagram less so: FACEBOOK: https://facebook.com/wendyleedskeepingcalm INSTAGRAM: https://instagram.com/wendyleedskeepingcalm
I have a lot of anxiety and panic-related videos on my YouTube page: YOUTUBE: https://youtube.com/@wendyleedskeepingcalm
SOURCES:
Young, Joel, MD. April 22, 2015 “Women and Mental Illness” Psychology Today Mufson, Michael, J. MD. 2017 “Can a Traumatic Event Cause Anxiety Disorders?” Sharecare
© 2020 - 2024 Wendy Leeds
While we all share important similarities, we’re also uniquely different. And it’s the same with our brains. Just the way no two of us are alike, no two brains are alike as well. Understanding these similarities and differences can offer us a new way to look at our relationship with ourselves, the people around us, and can deepen our understanding of how we respond to our anxiety.
MORE RESOURCES:
READ: If you are interested in reading more about the differences in our brains, I highly recommend this book The Female Brain by Louann Brizendine MD https://amzn.to/41IBlod
LISTEN: "What Fuels My Mission" (Episode 5 of Anxiety Connection) https://wendyleeds.com/podcast/episode/e1c84252/
LISTEN: "How Does Anxiety Affect Your Relationship?" (Episode 8 of Anxiety Connection) https://www.wendyleeds.com/podcast/episode/30609b38
BOOK: Calm & Sense: A Woman's Guide to Living Anxiety-Free https://wendyleeds.com/book
QUIZ: Find Out the Cost of Your Anxiety https://wendyleeds.com/quiz
MINI-COURSE: Why You're Anxious & What to Do About It https://wendyleeds.com/mini-course
WAYS TO CONNECT:
I respond to every message I get, so please do reach out.
I send infrequent emails and I love to get replies from the community.
- EMAIL: https://wendyleeds.com/subscribe
My Facebook page is active; Instagram less so.
- FACEBOOK: https://facebook.com/wendyleedskeepingcalm
- INSTAGRAM: https://instagram.com/wendyleedskeepingcalm
I have a lot of anxiety and panic-related videos on my YouTube page:
- YOUTUBE: https://youtube.com/@wendyleedskeepingcalm
© 2020 - 2024 Wendy Leeds
The holidays can be a tough time of year for those of us with anxiety. But there’s a way we can remove some of the stress and worry. Simply by changing the way we think about the holidays, we can lower our stress level and help us keep our calm through the holiday season.
The 6 Gifts: Filling Your Cup First So You Can Give to Others
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The gift of lower expectations
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The gift of saying no
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The gift of healthy habits
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The gift of positive self-talk
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The gift of honoring your needs
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The gift of GIVING TO OTHERS
LINKS FROM THE EPISODE:
Calm & Sense by Wendy Leeds https://wendyleeds.com/book
- Prioritization Worksheet in Chapter 29
- DIY Affirmations in Chapter 21
Take the Time for Your Life by Cheryl Richardson https://amzn.to/484Lnlt
MORE RESOURCES:
QUIZ: Find Out the Cost of Your Anxiety https://wendyleeds.com/quiz
DOWNLOAD: Four Techniques to "Panic-Proof" Your Life https://wendyleeds.com/techniques
MINI-COURSE: Why You're Anxious & What to Do About It https://wendyleeds.com/mini-course
WAYS TO CONNECT:
I respond to every message I get, so please do reach out.
I send infrequent emails and I love to get replies from the community.
- EMAIL: https://wendyleeds.com/subscribe
My Facebook page is active; Instagram less so.
- FACEBOOK: https://facebook.com/wendyleedskeepingcalm
- INSTAGRAM: https://instagram.com/wendyleedskeepingcalm
I have a lot of anxiety and panic-related videos on my YouTube page:
- YOUTUBE: https://youtube.com/@wendyleedskeepingcalm
© 2023 Wendy Leeds. All rights reserved.
Let’s get straight to the root of our anxiety. Understanding how our brains work, and how our brains are different, is a critical first step of addressing our fears to better manage our anxiety. In the second episode of this 10-part mini-series, we take a clear look at the science of how fear shows up in our brain.
MORE RESOURCES:
LISTEN: Worry vs. Anxiety (Episode 2 of Anxiety Connection) https://wendyleeds.com/podcast/episode/20c99bc3/
LISTEN: Reframing Anxiety (Episode 19 of Anxiety Connection) https://wendyleeds.com/podcast/episode/ea7d9aaa/
READ: Five "Big Deal" Misconceptions About Anxiety by Wendy Leeds https://wendyleeds.com/post/five-big-deal-misconceptions-about-anxiety
BOOK: Calm & Sense: A Woman's Guide to Living Anxiety-Free https://wendyleeds.com/book
QUIZ: Find Out the Cost of Your Anxiety https://wendyleeds.com/quiz
WAYS TO CONNECT:
I respond to every message I get, so please do reach out. I send infrequent emails and I love to get replies from the community. My Facebook page is active; Instagram less so. I have a lot of anxiety and panic-related videos on my YouTube page:
EMAIL: https://wendyleeds.com/subscribe
FACEBOOK: https://facebook.com/wendyleedskeepingcalm
INSTAGRAM: https://instagram.com/wendyleedskeepingcalm
YOUTUBE: https://youtube.com/@wendyleedskeepingcalm
© 2020 - 2023 Wendy Leeds
Anxiety shows up differently in all of us. This means that the plan to heal your anxiety is naturally going to be different from the plan to heal mine. Our work together is to find the plan that works for you and then to put that plan to work! This episode is Part 1 of mini-series of 10 episodes examining anxiety – getting at the root causes of what’s making you anxious and, more importantly, what you can do to feel better.
MORE RESOURCES:
BOOK: Calm & Sense: A Woman's Guide to Living Anxiety-Free https://wendyleeds.com/book
QUIZ: Find Out the Cost of Your Anxiety https://wendyleeds.com/quiz
WAYS TO CONNECT:
I respond to every message I get, so please do reach out. I send infrequent emails and I love to get replies from the community. My Facebook page is active; Instagram less so. I have a lot of anxiety and panic-related videos on my YouTube page:
EMAIL: https://wendyleeds.com/subscribe
FACEBOOK: https://facebook.com/wendyleedskeepingcalm
INSTAGRAM: https:// instagram.com/wendyleedskeepingcalm
YOUTUBE: https://youtube.com/@wendyleedskeepingcalm
© 2020 - 2023 Wendy Leeds
This episode is the beginning of an important, ongoing conversation about how best to care for our mental health. We talk first about 1) how to identify our anxiety triggers and then 2) staying on track by focusing on the glimmers of hope that can light our way back on the road to feeling better.
LINKS FROM THE EPISODE:
BOOK: Chapters 49 and 50 of my book are all about techniques for staying on track. The book is: Calm & Sense: A Woman's Guide to Living Anxiety-Free https://wendyleeds.com/book
FACEBOOK: https://facebook.com/wendyleedskeepingcalm
MORE RESOURCES:
QUIZ: Find Out the Cost of Your Anxiety https://wendyleeds.com/quiz
MINI-COURSE: Why You're Anxious & What to Do About It https://wendyleeds.com/mini-course
DOWNLOAD: Four Techniques to "Panic-Proof" Your Life https://wendyleeds.com/techniques
WAYS TO CONNECT:
I respond to every message I get, so please do reach out. I send infrequent emails and I love to get replies from the community. My Facebook page is active; Instagram less so. I have a lot of anxiety and panic-related videos on my YouTube page:
EMAIL: https://wendyleeds.com/subscribe
FACEBOOK: https://facebook.com/wendyleedskeepingcalm
INSTAGRAM: https://instagram.com/wendyleedskeepingcalm
YOUTUBE: https://youtube.com/@wendyleedskeepingcalm
© 2020 - 2023 Wendy Leeds
Have you ever thought about seeing a therapist? Or maybe there’s someone in your life you think might benefit from talking to a mental health professional? In this episode I tackle the stigma of seeking help for our mental health in today’s culture. And I share the 8 reasons for talking to a therapist and how it can make a real difference in how we think and feel.
LINKS FROM THE EPISODE:
If you are having suicidal thoughts or plans, please take this seriously:
- Call a trusted friend
- Call or text 988, the Crisis Lifeline
- Go to the nearest emergency room
- Call the suicide prevention number 1-800-273-TALK (8255)
Chapter 10 of my book is about how to assess a therapist to make sure they are a good fit – including the questions to ask a therapist. The book is: Calm & Sense: A Woman's Guide to Living Anxiety-Free https://wendyleeds.com/book
MORE RESOURCES:
QUIZ: Find Out the Cost of Your Anxiety https://wendyleeds.com/quiz
DOWNLOAD: Four Techniques to "Panic-Proof" Your Life https://wendyleeds.com/techniques
MINI-COURSE: Why You're Anxious & What to Do About It https://wendyleeds.com/course
Click here or use the coupon code “SUBSCRIBER” to get 40% off the mini-course. And if the cost is a burden to you in any way, just ask – I’ll grant you lifetime access for free. No catch. I just want to be helpful to anyone who’s struggling.
WAYS TO CONNECT:
I respond to every message I get, so please do reach out. I send infrequent emails and I love to get replies from the community. My Facebook page is active; Instagram less so.
EMAIL: https://wendyleeds.com/subscribe
FACEBOOK: https://www.facebook.com/wendyleedskeepingcalm/
INSTAGRAM: https://www.instagram.com/wendyleedskeepingcalm/
CITATIONS:
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Robinson, Byran, Ph.D. Bebruary 4, 2021. 47% of Americans Believe Seeking Therapy is a sign of weakness. Forbes.com https://www.forbes.com/sites/bryanrobinson/2021/02/04/47-of-americans-believe-seeking-therapy-is-a-sign-of-weakness/?sh=72c00e884413
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What is EMDR? Eye Movement Desensitization Reprocessing. https://www.emdr.com/what-is-emdr/
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Sack, David, MD. March 18, 2013. 5 Signs It’s Time to Seek Therapy. Psychology Today. https://www.psychologytoday.com/us/blog/where-science-meets-the-steps/201303/5-signs-its-time-seek-therapy
© 2020 - 2023 Wendy Leeds
Fear can keep us feeling stuck, alone, and helpless. But having an effective plan of action can take us past those fears to get what we really want out of life. Please join me as I share my simple 4-step process for creating that action plan and then putting it to work.
LINKS FROM THE EPISODE:
In my last episode, I covered procrastination – which is also fueled by fear: Procrastination: 4 Simple Steps to Reduce Its Power Over You (Episode 51) https://www.wendyleeds.com/podcast/episode/2cb1a84a/
Yes, you can safely get your tongue unstuck from a frozen pole! Here’s where I learned how: Grande, Laura. Feb. 23, 2015. How to Unstick a Tongue From a Metal Pole. Todaysparent.com https://www.todaysparent.com/kids/how-to-unstick-your-tongue-from-a-metal-pole/
See below for ways to connect with me. I look forward to hearing from you!
MORE RESOURCES:
BOOK: Calm & Sense: A Woman's Guide to Living Anxiety-Free https://wendyleeds.com/book
QUIZ: Find Out the Cost of Your Anxiety https://wendyleeds.com/quiz
DOWNLOAD: Four Techniques to "Panic-Proof" Your Life https://wendyleeds.com/techniques
MINI-COURSE: Why You're Anxious & What to Do About It https://wendyleeds.com/course
Click here or use the coupon code “SUBSCRIBER” to get 40% off the mini-course. And if the cost is a burden to you in any way, just ask – I’ll grant you lifetime access for free. No catch. I just want to be helpful to anyone who’s struggling.
WAYS TO CONNECT:
I respond to every message I get, so please do reach out. I send infrequent emails and I love to get replies from the community. My Facebook page is active; Instagram less so.
EMAIL: https://wendyleeds.com/subscribe
FACEBOOK: https://www.facebook.com/wendyleedskeepingcalm/
INSTAGRAM: https://www.instagram.com/wendyleedskeepingcalm/
© 2020 - 2023 Wendy Leeds
It may sound counterintuitive, but I believe that procrastination is the act of putting off what you really want in your life. It's a way of cheating yourself out of the life you were born to live. Procrastination can have a substantial impact on our self-esteem, so let's take a good look at its root cause and a 4-step plan for how to break free from procrastination's grip.
LINKS FROM THE EPISODE:
BOOK: Calm & Sense: A Woman's Guide to Living Anxiety-Free https://wendyleeds.com/book
MORE RESOURCES:
QUIZ: Find Out the Cost of Your Anxiety https://wendyleeds.com/quiz
DOWNLOAD: Four Techniques to "Panic-Proof" Your Life https://wendyleeds.com/techniques
MINI-COURSE: Why You're Anxious & What to Do About It https://wendyleeds.com/course
Click here or use the coupon code “SUBSCRIBER” to get 40% off the mini-course. And if the cost is a burden to you in any way, just ask – I’ll grant you lifetime access for free. No catch. I just want to be helpful to anyone who’s struggling.
WAYS TO CONNECT:
I respond to every message I get, so please do reach out. I send infrequent emails and I love to get replies from the community. My Facebook page is active; Instagram less so.
EMAIL: https://wendyleeds.com/subscribe
FACEBOOK: https://www.facebook.com/wendyleedskeepingcalm/
INSTAGRAM: https://www.instagram.com/wendyleedskeepingcalm/
© 2020 - 2023 Wendy Leeds
Valentine’s Day is supposed to be a celebration of love. But that simple truth gets buried under an avalanche of roses, candy hearts, expectations, and disappointments. But it doesn’t have to be that way – love comes in many different forms. In Episode 50, we explore some ways to put love back into your Valentine’s Day.
LINKS FROM THE EPISODE:
BOOK: Calm & Sense: A Woman's Guide to Living Anxiety-Freehttps://wendyleeds.com/book
QUIZ: Find Out the Cost of Your Anxietyhttps://wendyleeds.com/quiz
DOWNLOAD: Four Techniques to "Panic-Proof" Your Lifehttps://wendyleeds.com/techniques
MINI-COURSE: Why You're Anxious & What to Do About Ithttps://wendyleeds.com/course
Click here or use the coupon code “SUBSCRIBER” to get 40% off the mini-course. And if the cost is a burden to you in any way, just ask – I’ll grant you lifetime access for free. No catch. I just want to be helpful to anyone who’s struggling.
WAYS TO CONNECT:
I respond to every message I get, so please do reach out. I send infrequent emails and I love to get replies from the community. My Facebook page is active; Instagram less so.
EMAIL: https://wendyleeds.com/subscribe
FACEBOOK: https://www.facebook.com/wendyleedskeepingcalm/
INSTAGRAM: https://www.instagram.com/wendyleedskeepingcalm/
© 2020 - 2023 Wendy Leeds
Do the short, cold days of winter leave you feeling exhausted and “blah?” Are you feeling paralyzed with sadness? If so, you may be suffering from Seasonal Affective Disorder or S.A.D. Please join me as I share my story of how a tiny surprise reminded me how to find light and color on even the “blah” days.
LINKS FROM THE EPISODE:
Episode 24 “10 Ways to Beat the Winter Doldrums”
Episode 48: “Dealing with Holiday Stress and Anxiety”
Subscribe to follow my progress on the new book: https://wendyleeds.com/subscribe
SPECIAL NOTE FOR THE HOLIDAY SEASON:
If you’re suffering or feeling overwhelmed by your fears, one of the most powerful things you can do is to reach out to a qualified, licensed mental health professional. Getting help is not a sign of weakness. It’s a sign of strength. And working with a good therapist can help you feel better almost immediately. According to a study by David Sack, MD, published in the Journal of Consulting and Clinical Psychology “88 percent of therapy goers reported improvements after just one session.” If you’re not sure where to start, please talk to your health care provider. Also, here are three reputable websites that you can use to connect with a therapist in your area:
- American Psychological Association: https://locator.apa.org
- Psychology Today: https://psychologytoday.com/us/therapists
- Anxiety and Depression Association of America: https://members.adaa.org/page/FATMain
IMPORTANT: If you’re in crisis, especially if you are thinking of harming yourself or anyone else – please call for help NOW!
CALL or TEXT 988
The 988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline is a U.S.-based suicide prevention network of over 200+ crisis centers that provides 24/7 service via a toll-free hotline with the number 9-8-8. It is available to anyone in suicidal crisis or emotional distress.
It is founded and run by the Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration.
ONLINE: https://988lifeline.org OR CALL: 1-800-273-TALK (8255)
Crisis Text Line also provides free, 24/7, confidential support via text message to people in crisis when they dial 741741.
MORE ANXIETY-RELATED RESOURCES:
BOOK: Calm & Sense: A Woman's Guide to Living Anxiety-Free https://wendyleeds.com/book
QUIZ: Find Out the Cost of Your Anxiety https://wendyleeds.com/quiz
DOWNLOAD: Four Techniques to "Panic-Proof" Your Life https://wendyleeds.com/techniques
MINI-COURSE: Why You're Anxious & What to Do About It https://wendyleeds.com/course
Click here or use the coupon code “SUBSCRIBER” to get 40% off the mini-course. And if the cost is a burden to you in any way, just ask – I’ll grant you lifetime access for free. No catch. I just want to be helpful to anyone who’s struggling.
WAYS TO CONNECT:
I respond to every message I get, so please do reach out. I send infrequent emails and I love to get replies from the community. My Facebook page is active; Instagram less so.
EMAIL: https://wendyleeds.com/subscribe
FACEBOOK: https://www.facebook.com/wendyleedskeepingcalm/
INSTAGRAM: https://www.instagram.com/wendyleedskeepingcalm/
© 2022 Wendy Leeds
If you’re dreading the holiday season this year, you’re not alone. The holidays are tough for so many of us. If you’re already feeling anxious and worried about how you’re going to get through the next few weeks, please join me in making 5 powerful commitments to help you meet the challenges ahead with a sense of peace and calm.
LINKS FROM THE EPISODE:
Chapter 51 of my book is about how to manage difficult relationships that bring you stress & anxiety: Calm & Sense: A Woman's Guide to Living Anxiety-Free.
More info here: https://wendyleeds.com/book
SPECIAL NOTE FOR THE HOLIDAY SEASON:
If you’re suffering or feeling overwhelmed by your fears, one of the most powerful things you can do is to reach out to a qualified, licensed mental health professional. Getting help is not a sign of weakness. It’s a sign of strength. And working with a good therapist can help you feel better almost immediately. According to a study by David Sack, MD, published in the Journal of Consulting and Clinical Psychology “88 percent of therapy goers reported improvements after just one session.”
If you’re not sure where to start, please talk to your health care provider.
Also, here are three reputable websites that you can use to connect with a therapist in your area:
- American Psychological Association: https://locator.apa.org
- Psychology Today: https://psychologytoday.com/us/therapists
- Anxiety and Depression Association of America: https://members.adaa.org/page/FATMain
IMPORTANT: If you’re thinking of harming yourself or anyone else please call for help NOW!
Call 911 or the Suicide prevention hotline: 1-800-273-TALK (8255)
Visit: http://www.suicidepreventionlifeline.org
MORE ANXIETY-RELATED RESOURCES:
QUIZ: Find Out the Cost of Your Anxiety
https://wendyleeds.com/quiz
DOWNLOAD: Four Techniques to "Panic-Proof" Your Life
https://wendyleeds.com/techniques
MINI-COURSE: Why You're Anxious & What to Do About It
https://wendyleeds.com/course
Click here or use the coupon code “SUBSCRIBER” to get 40% off the mini-course. And if the cost is a burden to you in any way, just ask – I’ll grant you lifetime access for free. No catch. I just want to be helpful to anyone who’s struggling.
WAYS TO CONNECT:
I respond to every message I get, so please do reach out. I send infrequent emails and I love to get replies from the community. My Facebook page is active; Instagram less so.
EMAIL: https://wendyleeds.com/subscribe
FACEBOOK: https://www.facebook.com/wendyleedskeepingcalm/
INSTAGRAM: https://www.instagram.com/wendyleedskeepingcalm/
What you focus on in life is what you get. When you’re focused on the failures, blame, and shame of your past, you can’t be fully present in your life. What’s worse is that this can impede your future potential as well. Ready to stop living in the rearview mirror? Please join me as I share the one simple thing you can do to switch your focus from past to present and get a clear view of the road ahead.
ANXIETY-RELATED RESOURCES:
BOOK: Calm & Sense: A Woman's Guide to Living Anxiety-Free
https://wendyleeds.com/book
QUIZ: Find Out the Cost of Your Anxiety
https://wendyleeds.com/quiz
DOWNLOAD: Four Techniques to "Panic-Proof" Your Life
https://wendyleeds.com/techniques
MINI-COURSE: Why You're Anxious & What to Do About It
https://wendyleeds.com/course
Click here or use the coupon code “SUBSCRIBER” to get 40% off the mini course. And if the cost is a burden to you in any way, just ask – I’ll grant you lifetime access for free. No catch. I just want to be helpful to anyone who’s struggling.
WAYS TO CONNECT:
I respond to every message I get, so please do reach out. I send infrequent emails and I love to get replies from the community. My Facebook page is active; Instagram less so.
EMAIL: https://wendyleeds.com/subscribe
FACEBOOK: https://www.facebook.com/wendyleedskeepingcalm/
INSTAGRAM: https://www.instagram.com/wendyleedskeepingcalm/
Firefighters have an iron-clad rule about how to walk into a fire, which can be applied to those of us who suffer from anxiety: Never go in alone. As a cancer survivor, I know the power of community for getting through some very dark days. I know what it’s like to struggle with the loneliness and fear of anxiety’s flame. Join me in this episode as we apply the lesson, together. Having a community here in OUR Anxiety Connection means we never have to walk into the fire alone.
WAYS TO CONNECT:
I respond to every message I get, so please do reach out. I send infrequent emails and I love to get replies from the community. My Facebook page is active; Instagram less so.
EMAIL: https://wendyleeds.com/subscribe
FACEBOOK: https://www.facebook.com/wendyleedskeepingcalm/
INSTAGRAM: https://www.instagram.com/wendyleedskeepingcalm/
MORE ANXIETY-RELATED RESOURCES:
BOOK: Calm & Sense: A Woman's Guide to Living Anxiety-Free
https://wendyleeds.com/book
QUIZ: Find Out the Cost of Your Anxiety
https://wendyleeds.com/quiz
DOWNLOAD: Four Techniques to "Panic-Proof" Your Life
https://wendyleeds.com/techniques
MINI-COURSE: Why You're Anxious & What to Do About It
https://wendyleeds.com/course
Click here or use the coupon code “SUBSCRIBER” to get 40% off the mini-course. And if the cost is a burden to you in any way, just ask – I’ll grant you lifetime access for free. No catch. I just want to be helpful to anyone who’s struggling.
© 2022 Wendy Leeds
Did you know what you eat may play a role in your anxiety? We all know that what we eat can have a real impact on our physical health, but recent research suggests what we eat can have a real impact on our mental health as well.
Please join me as I share my three simple rules for what and how to eat to promote good health and to ease your anxiety.
LINKS FROM THE EPISODE:
I have three chapters on this topic in my book, Calm & Sense: A Woman's Guide to Living Anxiety-Free. I cover which foods are best for easing anxiety – and which foods to avoid:
- Chapter 44: Nourish Yourself.
- Chapter 45: Eat and Drink This,
- and Chapter 46: Don’t Eat and Drink This.
More info and purchase links here.
Since I’ll be taking a break until September, I invite you to SUBSCRIBE to be notified when new episodes publish.
Here are the articles I mentioned if you’d like to do a deeper dive:
- “In her article in the MIT News, Judith Wurtman writes….”
February 25, 2004. Carbs essential for effective dieting, good mood, Wurtman says. MIT News - “On the other hand, the “bad” or simple carbs….”
Leal, Darla. May 21, 2021. All You Need to Know About Carbohydrates: Simple, Complex, Fiber, and What to Chose.” Verywell life - “When we eat something sugary….”
Peterson, Tanya, J. January 6, 2020. Sugar and Anxiety: How Sugar Can Make Your Anxiety Symptoms Worse. Healthyplace.com - “According to Sara Lindberg, writing for healthline.com….”
Lindberg, Sara, BS, ME.d. June 23, 2020. Your Anxiety Loves Sugar. Eat These 3 Things Instead. Healthline.com - “A report in the November 2021 issue of the Sapien Journal…”
November 28, 2021. People who eat meat experience lower levels of depression and anxiety compared to vegans. Sapienjournal.org - "In her new book, The Anatomy of Anxiety, Vora, Ellen, MD. writes….
Vora, Ellen, MD. (2022) The Anatomy of Anxiety: Understanding and Overcoming the Body’s Fear Response Harper Collins, New York. (pg 101) - “And if you’re interested in eating to ease anxiety….”
Mazzulllo, Natalie April 12, 2022 What spices and foods can help with anxiety and stress. Nevada Today.edu. - “According to an article in Web MD…”
Dallas, Mary Elizabeth. June 23, 2015. Food Eating Order May Affect Type 2 Blood Sugar. WebMD - “Emotionally it can cause feelings of regret, shame and failure….”
Abraham, Micah. March 1, 2021. What Causes Anxiety After Eating? calmclinic.com
MORE ANXIETY-RELATED RESOURCES:
QUIZ: Find Out the Cost of Your Anxiety
DOWNLOAD: Four Techniques to "Panic-Proof" Your Life
MINI-COURSE: Why You're Anxious & What to Do About It
Click here or use the coupon code “SUBSCRIBER” to get 40% off the mini course. And if the cost is a burden to you in any way, just ask – I’ll grant you lifetime access for free. No catch. I just want to be helpful to anyone who’s struggling right now.
© 2022 Wendy Leeds
The people you spend the most time with have a real impact on who you are and what you think. Take a look at your closest relationships. Are they people who consistently fill you with joy and satisfaction? Or do they make you anxious or stressed out? Please join me in this episode as I discuss the impact negative people can have on our anxiety, and more importantly, the power of setting yourself free.
LINKS FROM THE EPISODE:
I cover more on this topic in Chapter 51 of my book, Calm & Sense: A Woman's Guide to Living Anxiety-Free. More info and purchase links here: https://wendyleeds.com/book
I invite you to subscribe to be notified when new episodes publish: https://wendyleeds.com/subscribe
MORE ANXIETY-RELATED RESOURCES:
QUIZ: Find Out the Cost of Your Anxiety
https://wendyleeds.com/quiz
DOWNLOAD: Four Techniques to "Panic-Proof" Your Life
https://wendyleeds.com/techniques
MINI-COURSE: Why You're Anxious & What to Do About It
https://wendyleeds.com/course
Click here or use the coupon code “SUBSCRIBER” to get 40% off. And if the cost is a burden to you in any way, just ask – I’ll give you lifetime access for free. No catch. I just want to be helpful to anyone who’s struggling right now.
© 2022 Wendy Leeds
A new outlook and energy for spring! Been through a tough time recently? Me too! But falling down doesn’t mean we have to stay down. So, let’s talk about getting up again. Please join me as I share one of the deepest disappointments in my life and what I’m doing about it now to create a second chance (for myself and my book Calm & Sense).
LINKS FROM THE EPISODE:
Calm & Sense: A Woman's Guide to Living Anxiety-Free
https://wendyleeds.com/book
Available on June 1, 2022 wherever books are sold!
MORE ANXIETY-RELATED RESOURCES:
QUIZ: Find Out the Cost of Your Anxiety
DOWNLOAD: Four Techniques to "Panic-Proof" Your Life
MINI-COURSE: Why You're Anxious & What to Do About It
Click here or use the coupon code “SUBSCRIBER” to get 40% off. And if the cost is a burden to you in any way, just ask – I’ll give you lifetime access for free. No catch. I just want to be helpful to anyone who’s struggling right now.
Lastly, I invite you to subscribe to be notified when new episodes publish: https://wendyleeds.com/subscribe
© 2022 Wendy Leeds
A Meditation Technique That Might Actually Work This Time
Do you struggle to meditate? Do you find it hard to still your mind and your body? Me too! But I’ve found an ancient, “new to me” practice that’s powerful, time-tested, and easy to do. I invite you to join me as I share this amazing body-mind technique — one that works for everyone from experienced meditators to those of us just beginning our practice.
LINKS FROM THE EPISODE:
Sa Ta Na Ma Meditation
“Sa Ta Na Ma Meditation is becoming scientifically recognized as a powerful tool for preventing or stopping Alzheimer’s disease, increasing all aspects of cognitive function, (perception, thinking, reasoning and remembering) and reducing stress levels while improving short term memory.” SOURCE: https://agelessartsyoga.com/instructor-group-yoga/tag/sa-na-ta-ma/
For more on the research behind these claims, see the following articles:
Spiritual Fitness: A New Dimension in Alzheimer’s Disease Prevention
Sa Ta Na Ma Meditation Research for Memory – Kirtan Kriya
A randomized controlled trial of Kundalini yoga in mild cognitive impairment
A Review on Therapeutic Effect of Kirtan Kriya Yoga
LINKS TO ANXIETY-RELATED RESOURCES:
QUIZ: Find Out the Cost of Your Anxiety
DOWNLOAD: Four Techniques to "Panic-Proof" Your Life
BOOK: Calm & Sense: A Woman's Guide to Living Anxiety-Free
MINI-COURSE: Why You're Anxious & What to Do About It
Click here or use the coupon code “SUBSCRIBER” to get 40% off. And if the cost is a burden to you in any way, just ask – I’ll give you lifetime access for free. No catch. I just want to be helpful to anyone who’s struggling right now.
Lastly, I invite you to subscribe to be notified when new episodes publish: https://wendyleeds.com/subscribe
© 2022 Wendy Leeds
Is your anxiety keeping you from you really want in life? Is there something you’ve dreamed of doing, but you have no idea how to go about making it happen for you? Let me be your guide on a hike up an actual mountain – where I share the story of how I faced my fear of heights and my fear of failure to be able to stand on top of a mountain. And how the steps I took can serve as a guide to helping you overcome your fears and finally get what you really want in life.
Links from the episode:
MINI-COURSE: Why You're Anxious & What to Do About It
https://wendyleeds.com/course
Click here or use the coupon code “SUBSCRIBER” to get 40% off. And if the cost is a burden to you in any way, just ask – I’ll give you lifetime access for free. No catch. I just want to be helpful to anyone who’s struggling right now.
Here's some info about Mt. Major: A Family-Friendly Hike with Fanatic-Friendly Views, which I cited in the episode: https://blog.nhstateparks.org/mt-major-family-friendly-hike/
More anxiety-related resources:
BOOK: Calm & Sense: A Woman's Guide to Living Anxiety-Free
https://wendyleeds.com/book
QUIZ: Find Out the Cost of Your Anxiety
https://wendyleeds.com/quiz
DOWNLOAD: Four Techniques to "Panic-Proof" Your Life
https://wendyleeds.com/techniques
EMAIL: Subscribe to be notified when new episodes publish:
https://wendyleeds.com/subscribe
© 2022 Wendy Leeds
Do you lie awake at night, unable to fall asleep, filled with anxiety? Do you find yourself lying awake at 3 am, staring at the ceiling, dreading having to drag yourself through another day, knowing you’ll wake up bleary and exhausted? If insomnia is a persistent issue for you, I get it. It’s an issue for me too. As a practicing psychotherapist, I’ve developed a set of techniques: I invite you to join me as I share four of my favorite methods to help yourself fall asleep.
Links from the episode:
DOWNLOAD: Four Techniques to "Panic-Proof" Your Life
https://wendyleeds.com/techniques
MINI-COURSE: Why You're Anxious & What to Do About It
https://wendyleeds.com/course
Click here or use the coupon code “SUBSCRIBER” to get 40% off. And if the cost is a burden to you in any way, just ask – I’ll give you lifetime access for free. No catch. I just want to be helpful to anyone who’s struggling right now.
VIDEOS: Including the B.E.A.R. Technique
https://wendyleeds.com/videos
QUIZ: Find Out the Cost of Your Anxiety
https://wendyleeds.com/quiz
BOOK: Calm & Sense: A Woman's Guide to Living Anxiety-Free
https://wendyleeds.com/book
EMAIL: Subscribe to be notified when new episodes publish:
https://wendyleeds.com/subscribe
Articles referenced in the episode:
- The pandemic has left women more anxious and tired than men, says this survey
- Warm feet promote the rapid onset of sleep
- Effectiveness of acupressure for residents of long-term care facilities with insomnia: A randomized controlled trial
- The relationship of subjective sleep quality and cardiac autonomic nervous system in postmenopausal women with insomnia under auricular acupressure
© 2022 Wendy Leeds
Ready to move past your anxiety? Me too. Let’s make 2022 the year we finally take back our power. Join me as I share an example of how to reclaim the starring role in your life. Learn the secret of how to become a hero in your life. Then get ready to share your power and your talents with the rest of the world.
Links from the episode:
Why You're Anxious & What to Do About It (Mini-Course)
Click here or use the coupon code “SUBSCRIBER” to get 40% off. And if the cost is a burden to you in any way, just ask – I’ll give you lifetime access for free. No catch. I just want to be helpful to anyone who’s struggling right now.
In the meantime, here are some resources to support you in your anxious moments:
Other resources:
QUIZ: Find Out the Cost of Your Anxiety
https://wendyleeds.com/quiz
BOOK: Calm & Sense: A Woman's Guide to Living Anxiety-Free
https://wendyleeds.com/book
EMAIL: Subscribe to be notified when new episodes publish:
https://wendyleeds.com/subscribe
Wishing you peace, joy, and love!
© 2022 Wendy Leeds
Miracles show up in the most unexpected ways at the most unexpected times. In the season finale of Anxiety Connection, I share a personal story about how I almost missed a miracle that was right in front of me! My unexpected discovery offers some lessons about how and where to look for the miracles and magic that can show up in your life.
See you in the New Year! In the meantime, here are some resources to support you in your anxious moments:
QUIZ: Find Out the Cost of Your Anxiety
https://wendyleeds.com/quiz
COURSE: Why You're Anxious & What to Do About It
https://wendyleeds.com/course
BOOK: Calm & Sense: A Woman's Guide to Living Anxiety-Free
https://wendyleeds.com/book
EMAIL: Subscribe to be notified when new episodes publish
https://wendyleeds.com/subscribe
Wishing you peace, joy, and love!
© 2021 Wendy Leeds
The holiday season can be tough for those of us with anxiety. Instead of a joyous occasion, it can be a time of loneliness, isolation, anxiety, sorrow, and maybe even loss. In this episode, let’s do a reset. Here’s a potentially powerful new way of looking at the holidays, a different way of thinking about gift giving, and a technique we can all use to bring some peace, joy, and love into the days ahead.
Some other tools to help you through the holiday season:
QUIZ: Find Out the Cost of Your Anxiety
https://wendyleeds.com/quiz
COURSE: Why You're Anxious & What to Do About It
https://wendyleeds.com/course
BOOK: Calm & Sense: A Woman's Guide to Living Anxiety-Free
https://wendyleeds.com/book
EMAIL: Subscribe to be notified when new episodes publish
https://wendyleeds.com/subscribe
© 2021 Wendy Leeds
Do you worry about how to handle those anxious moments – the panic that sometimes occurs when you’re in public? Here’s a simple, powerful technique you can use any time, any place, to calm your fears without anyone else noticing. You can also use this technique to break the loop of negative thinking that keeps you trapped and afraid.
More tools to help you manage your anxiety: * QUIZ: Find Out the Cost of Your Anxiety
https://wendyleeds.com/quiz
* COURSE: Why You're Anxious & What to Do About It
https://wendyleeds.com/course
* BOOK: Calm & Sense: A Woman's Guide to Living Anxiety-Free
https://wendyleeds.com/book
* EMAIL: Subscribe to be notified when new episodes publish:
https://wendyleeds.com/subscribe
© 2021 Wendy Leeds
If you feel like you’ve been going through life with the emergency brake on, please join me as I talk about how to release the brakes of anxiety and negative thinking so your life’s journey is filled with more energy and enthusiasm. And then I explore ways to shift your focus from thoughts of fear and shame to thoughts of positive possibilities that lie on the road ahead.
Links from the Episode:
QUIZ: Find Out the Cost of Your Anxiety
https://wendyleeds.com/quiz
COURSE: Why You're Anxious & What to Do About It
https://wendyleeds.com/course
BOOK: Calm & Sense: A Woman's Guide to Living Anxiety-Free
https://wendyleeds.com/book
EMAIL: Subscribe to be notified when new episodes publish:
https://wendyleeds.com/subscribe
© 2021 Wendy Leeds
Are you finally ready to do something about your anxiety? If so, join me to get started on a practical, “roll up your sleeves” plan based on how anxiety shows up in your life. Anxiety looks different for all of us, and I want to help you put together a specific, personalized plan to get you on the road to feeling better. That means some changes to this podcast as well – can’t wait to tell you what’s in store for upcoming episodes of Anxiety Connection.
Links from the Episode:
QUIZ: Find Out the Cost of Your Anxiety
https://wendyleeds.com/quiz
COURSE: Why You're Anxious & What to Do About It
https://wendyleeds.com/course
BOOK: Calm & Sense: A Woman's Guide to Living Anxiety-Free
https://wendyleeds.com/book
EMAIL: Subscribe to be notified when new episodes publish:
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© 2021 Wendy Leeds
Anxiety can be debilitating. But it is also a source of strength. My belief is that anxious people are the strongest people on the planet. If you suffer from anxiety, you know exactly what I mean. If it’s not obvious why, listen to my explanation in this episode.
Episode 33 is the season finale, where I emphasize the importance of coming together as a community to share our ideas, our concerns, and to support each other as we work to heal our anxiety. And, just for fun, I pull back the curtain a little for a sneak peek at some exciting new projects I’ll be working on this summer – and some upcoming changes to the show when it returns in September.
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If you’ve gained weight during COVID, you’re not alone. It’s been a tough year for us all. But as we move back into our “new normal,” we all have an opportunity to make some healthy changes to our lifestyle. If you’re ready to lose weight and keep it off here are six steps to changing your habits and losing those pandemic pounds.
Further Resources:
Listen: Here is some help for gently re-emerging from quarantine:
- 4 Steps to Reclaiming Our Lives Post-COVID (Episode 31)
- 6 Steps to Rebuilding Relationships After COVID (Episode 30)
Read: My book, Calm & Sense, offers an array of tips for getting your daily anxiety under control. Click here to get your copy.
"[S]imple and practical tools for coping with difficult circumstances." — Kirkus Reviews
Download: Four simple techniques to help you fend off a panic attack or elevated anxiety. Print and pin it up – or put it on the fridge.
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© 2021 Wendy Leeds
Even a positive change can be challenging. We’ve all developed new habits over the past year, for better or worse. So what happens after COVID? Are you concerned about how you’re going to get your life back on track? Are you anxious about re-emerging into whatever’s waiting for us in our new post-COVID world?
Join Wendy as she shares 4 simple actions you can take right now to strengthen and empower yourself as we all get ready to deal with the changes ahead. In this podcast, Wendy offers ways to reclaim your power, find a positive focus, and she shares her secret on to how to deal with change.
Further Resources:
Listen: As we re-emerge from quarantine, here’s how to gently get back in touch with the important people in your life: 6 Steps to Rebuilding Relationships After COVID (Episode 30)
Read: My book, Calm & Sense, is all about gaining control over your daily anxiety and finding balance in your life. Click here to get your copy.
"[S]imple and practical tools for coping with difficult circumstances." — Kirkus Reviews
Download: Four simple techniques to help you fend off a panic attack or elevated anxiety. Print and pin it up – or put it on the fridge.
Connect: Join me on Facebook and Instagram where I share quick strategies and support to help you live a less anxious life.
© 2021 Wendy Leeds
COVID put a strain on our relationships with friends and family. As we start to re-emerge from quarantine thanks to the vaccine, this can be cause for anxiety. It’s a big lifestyle change, and we may feel like we have to relearn simple social interactions. Let’s be proactive: Here are 6 simple things you can do right now to both get back in touch with the people in your life and to take control over when and how you step back out into the world.
My new book, Calm & Sense, is all about taming your daily anxiety and finding balance in your life. Click here to get your copy now!
You may also want to download these four panic-proofing techniques to help you gain control over your anxiety.
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© 2021 Wendy Leeds
What’s the vagus nerve and what role does it play in our anxiety? Join me and physical therapist, Martha Henry-MacDonald, as we discuss how the vagus nerve works and why it can make us so anxious. We also offer some simple anxiety-busting techniques you can do throughout the day to bring a sense of peace to your body and your mind.
My new book, Calm & Sense, is all about taming your daily anxiety and finding balance in your life. Click here to get your copy now!
You may also want to download these four panic-proofing techniques to help you gain control over your anxiety.
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More about Martha / Links from the episode: School of Integrated Consciousness
- Website: https://www.integrated-consciousness.com
- Facebook: https://facebook.com/School.of.Integrated.Consciousness
- Email: admin@integrated-consciousness.com
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- https://livingawarenessmeditation.net
© 2021 Wendy Leeds
It can be tough to lie awake night after night unable to sleep. But it doesn’t have to be that way. In this episode, I share the secrets to getting a good night’s sleep, including:
- Making some simple lifestyle changes that can make a big difference
- A new way to think about insomnia (because how you respond to it matters!)
- 5 things you can do right away to help you sleep better
- A calming visualization to ease you into a good night’s rest
I cover the topic of sleep and anxiety in detail in my new book, Calm & Sense. Click here to learn more about it and get your copy now!
You may also want to download these four panic-proofing techniques to help you manage your anxiety.
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© 2021 Wendy Leeds
Do you wake up anxious? How you start your day determines how the rest of your day goes.
If you struggle with morning anxiety, there’s hope. I invite you to join me as I discuss why we’re more likely to be anxious in the morning and share nine ways to get your morning off to a better start both physically and mentally.
My new book, Calm & Sense, is now available: Click here to get your copy now!
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© 2021 Wendy Leeds
What are some alternative ways we can use to manage or treat anxiety? I love this out-of-the-box question and was excited to be able to discuss some amazing new anxiety-busting techniques with acupuncturist and prosperity coach, Angela Noelle. Tune in and explore with us ways to heal anxiety using Chinese medicine, meditation, acupressure, and more.
Angela Noelle helps stressed out, overachieving solopreneurs drop the struggle and gain financial abundance by using her unique Reclaim Your F.I.R.E. method. After having a successful practice in Boston for 12 years, Angela closed her practice in August of 2020 to work exclusively online with her clients as a Prosperity Coach.
You can connect with Angela via her website, angelanoelleinternational.com, through her podcast, The Empowered Warrior Podcast, and on Instagram.
Have you checked out my newly published book, Calm & Sense? Click here to get your copy now!
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© 2021 Wendy Leeds
Not a fan of Valentine’s Day? Afraid of being disappointed? Worried about being alone?
I get it!
Whether you’re in a relationship or not, I hope you’ll join me as I share an exciting new perspective on Valentine’s Day -- one that can help make it a positive experience and even help you find the love you’ve been looking for.
My book, Calm & Sense, is now available! Click here get your copy now!
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© 2021 Wendy Leeds
Having trouble getting out of bed? Gaining weight? Just feeling blah? Welcome to the winter doldrums!
This winter is the perfect storm for misery. We’re still dealing with the challenges of the COVID pandemic. Add to that the long darker days of winter, and many of us are also suffering from Seasonal Affective Disorder.
And so, I invite you to join me as I share 10 practical tips for dealing with both the isolation of COVID and the winter blues of Seasonal Affective Disorder. We’ll focus on ways to lighten your life, lighten your thinking, and lighten your mood.
Mentioned in this episode:
Light boxes that help with Seasonal Affect Disorder
My book, Calm & Sense, is now available! Click here get your copy now!
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© 2021 Wendy Leeds
What if you could make this your best year ever? In my latest podcast episode, I share with you my 7 steps for living a courageous life. In it, I offer tips on finding the inspiration and courage to move past your fears and stay motivated as you take the necessary steps to make your resolutions a reality in 2021.
My book, Calm & Sense, is now available! Click here get your copy now!
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© 2021 Wendy Leeds
Are you feeling isolated, lonely, or anxious? You’re not alone.
As we continue to deal with the Covid pandemic and the stress of the holidays, many of us are feeling disconnected and afraid.
In this episode, I offer a simple cure for that loneliness: Saying “thank you.”
Expressing gratitude to the people around you can ease your anxiety and restore your sense of personal power. It’s a great way to reach out and reconnect with your community and the world around you.
Join me as I explore the power of a simple “thank you.” We’ll walk through an amazing three step technique for making your “thank you” really stand out, and then I’ll offer you six ways to say thank you that will heal your heart.
My book, Calm & Sense, is now available! Click here get your copy now!
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© 2020 Wendy Leeds
Are you wondering how to deal with your anxiety this holiday season? In addition to the usual stressors, we’re still dealing the COVID epidemic and still have to distance ourselves from the ones we love. It’s not going to be easy! But I believe we can do it.
In this episode, I share ideas for how we can all find peace, joy and love in our lives even during this tough time. Together, we walk through an easy three-step plan to find inner peace, explore specific ways to find joy, and I share a simple, new way to surround yourself with love.
I wish you a wonderful holiday season and I hope these strategies will help bring you peace, joy and love!
My book, Calm & Sense, is now available! Click here to get your copy now!
You may also want to download these four panic-proofing techniques to help you manage your anxiety.
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© 2020 Wendy Leeds
Worried about getting through the holidays this year? They can be difficult any year but with the global pandemic in high gear, this year is going to be especially tough for many of us.
So let me be your guide to handling the stress, changes, and challenges of the holiday season ahead. In this podcast episode, we’ll explore 9 ways to help keep your focus on what’s really important to you.
My book, Calm & Sense, is now available! Click here get your copy now!
Mentioned in this episode: Podcast Episode #19 - Reframing Anxiety
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© 2020 Wendy Leeds
Are you struggling to deal with the stress of the recent changes and the fear of what’s to come? Perhaps you’re worried about surviving the upcoming holidays?
Me, too! So, let’s talk about how we can use the practice of reframing to help us face those fears by bringing them into perspective.
I’ll give you a practical, “hands on” demonstration of how reframing works, and we’ll walk through a simple 3-step process that will help us put reframing to work in our lives.
My book, Calm & Sense: A Woman’s Guide to Living Anxiety-Free, is now available! This book is a resource that you can keep on your bedside table so you can refer to it easily anytime you need to. At more than 350 pages, it is filled with tools and techniques you can use to ease anxiety, soothe panic, and bring a calm, centered peace into your life. Click here get your copy now!
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© 2020 Wendy Leeds
Clutter isn’t always physical. It can be mental, emotional, even digital! In any of these forms, clutter can be the cause of our anxiety.
Join me as I share my own family history of holding on to too much stuff. I examine why we hold on to our stuff, why that clutter makes us anxious, and then I suggest some practical ways to get rid of it.
I expand on the topic of getting organized as a way to control your anxiety in my forthcoming book, Calm & Sense. If you found this topic helpful, I invite you to get on the book’s waitlist.
Do you struggle with anxiety? Download these techniques for keeping calm.
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© 2020 Wendy Leeds
Much of our anxiety is rooted in our youth. Something happened in our childhood that taught us to not trust ourselves. This lack of trust can be a key source of our anxiety, and it is also something that we can choose to look at differently!
Join me in this episode as we explore the challenge of trusting ourselves. We’ll walk through four very powerful ways to face your fears head on and build trust with the most important person in your life: You.
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My book, Calm & Sense, is coming out this fall! If you find my podcast helpful, I invite you to click here and get on the book waitlist. You’ll be the first to be notified when it becomes available.
You may also want to download these four panic-proofing techniques to help you manage your anxiety.
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© 2020 Wendy Leeds
Did you know that we can get more anxious as we get older? It’s true. Recent studies have shown that our anxiety often increases with age.
The question is: What are we going to do about that?
In this episode, I spoke with Peg Doyle, an expert in the field of nutrition and lifestyle, about easing our anxiety as we grow older.
In this lively conversation, we discussed the importance of living a proactive, healthy lifestyle. We examined practical tips for eating well, boosting immunity, and easing stress. We also shared some great ideas for connecting with others and bringing joy into our lives at any age.
With a focus on taking positive action and practicing great self-care, we offer you an empowering look at ways to make sure we get better as we grow older.
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My book, Calm & Sense, is coming out this fall! If you find my podcast helpful, I invite you to click here and get on the book waitlist. You’ll be the first to be notified when it becomes available.
You may also want to download these four panic-proofing techniques to help you manage your anxiety
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Peg Doyle is a speaker and expert in the field of nutrition and lifestyle. She is also a member of the National Gerontology Academic Honor and Professional Society.
A passionate clinician and educator, Peg is committed to the vital link between food and health. Her primary audience is women over age 50 who desire to live full, vibrant lives.
She published her first book Food Becomes You - Simple Steps for Lifelong Wellness in 2014. It's an easy how-to on eating well and preventing the diseases of aging.
She has a private nutrition and wellness coaching practice in Westwood, MA. You can earn more by visiting her website.
You can also find Peg Doyle online in these locations:
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© 2020 Wendy Leeds
Do you get stuck in a loop of negative thinking? It’s so easy to get caught in a downward spiral of repetitive negative thoughts and it can feel impossible to break free.
Join me as I examine how we can use laughter to interrupt that negative loop, shift our focus, and ease our anxiety. We’ll explore ways to bring more laughter into our daily lives, including a fool-proof method for laughing even when that feels like the last thing you want to do.
I expand on the idea of laughter as a way to control your anxiety in my forthcoming book, Calm & Sense. If you found this topic helpful, I invite you to get on the book’s waitlist.
Do you struggle with anxiety? Download these techniques for keeping calm.
Let’s connect on Facebook and Instagram.
© 2020 Wendy Leeds
The struggle to be perfect is real. It leaves us anxious, frustrated, and exhausted, and it stops us from finishing what we start. In this episode, I am sharing with you the impact I’ve seen from my own lifelong struggle with perfection, and my decision to make a change.
Together, we’ll explore why we think we need to be perfect and how we got that way. And if you’re as ready to step off of the perfection hamster wheel as I am, I have five powerful steps that will help us do just that.
My book, Calm & Sense, is coming out this fall! If you find my podcast helpful, I invite you to click here and get on the book waitlist.
You may also want to download four panic-proofing techniques to help you manage your anxiety.
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© 2020 Wendy Leeds
How you treat your body impacts your anxiety. Join me as I share 5 tips you can use daily to naturally ease your anxiety, lower your stress, and create a sense of emotional well-being.
This discussion about anxiety and caring for your body is just one of many ways to control your anxiety that can be found in my forthcoming book, Calm & Sense. If you find my podcast helpful, I invite you to get on the waitlist. Here are some other ways that we can stay in touch:
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Mentioned in this episode: https://www.lorettalaroche.com
Did you know that you can ease your own anxiety just by changing the way you breathe? Join me as we explore powerful ways to use our breath to ease our anxiety. Working with the mechanics of how we breathe, we’ll explore ways to use that breath to relax our body and quiet our minds.
These innovative breathing techniques are amazing for soothing our feelings of panic, calming long-term anxiety, and even easing insomnia. In this episode, we’re taking the act of simple breathing to a whole new level!
This discussion about breath is just one of many ways to control your anxiety that can be found in my forthcoming book, Calm & Sense. If you find my podcast helpful, I invite you to get on the waitlist.
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Change is hard and it can be scary! We all felt this recently as we adjusted to staying home during a global pandemic, and we are feeling it again as our cities slowly reopen.
In this episode, Wendy tackles the anxiety of change, sharing her own stories as a three-time cancer survivor. She discusses what makes change so difficult and why we struggle with it. She then offers a powerful perspective that will help you manage any type of change more easily.
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© 2020 Wendy Leeds
Anxiety doesn’t always impact just one person. It can affect entire families and members can carry that anxiety with them when they go out on their own.
Join Wendy in an engaging, honest conversation with Lucille Fisher about the emotional impact Lucille’s anxious family has had on her life. They explore how Lucille has found her way to healing and discuss the tactics that she is using today to make sure that she doesn’t perpetuate her anxiety in her own family.
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Learn more about Lucille Fisher at SageandSavvymarketing.com. You can find her on Facebook, on Instagram, and on Twitter. You can email her at Lucille@sageandsavvymarketing.com.
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Do you ever feel trapped in a never-ending loop of negative thinking? If this sounds familiar, join Wendy as she explores how changing the way you talk to yourself can change how you experience life.
Wendy examines how we can work with our brains to make positive changes in how we think, and then offers some suggestions and examples to get you started on your way to your own more peaceful life.
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Feel the Fear and Do It Anyways by Susan Jeffers, Ph.D.*
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Wendy and her husband, Tim, sit down for an open and honest conversation about what it’s like for him to live with someone who suffers from anxiety. They explore how Wendy’s awareness of her anxiety emerged over the years and how it has impacted their relationship.
They offer powerful tips you can use to build supportive relationships with those you love. They discuss how to talk with each other about anxiety, how to listen, and how to support each other with compassion and love.
If you are anxious or if you live with someone who is, listening to this podcast may help you understand the other side of that “anxiety equation.” If you find it useful, consider inviting your partner to tune in as well. It may help you begin a dialogue about building a relationship that works for you both.
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In this episode, Wendy explores the transformative impact that forgiveness can have on our lives. Changing just a single thought about forgiveness can help you move beyond the pain of the past and into a more peaceful future.
Sharing personal stories of forgiveness from her own past, Wendy offers insight into how our reluctance to forgive keeps us stuck in the past. She offers a powerful three-step plan for forgiving and setting yourself free. And finally, she reminds us that forgiveness has nothing to do with the offender. Forgiveness is a gift we give ourselves.
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In this episode, Wendy offers a dynamic two-step process for getting unstuck, reclaiming your power, and stepping beyond the edges of your comfort zone. Drawing on a story of how elephants were trained for the circus, Wendy explores the pain of feeling trapped and defeated. She then offers a powerful tool for stepping beyond your limiting beliefs.
If you’re stuck in a relationship or in a job, or if you just feel trapped and defeated, let Wendy help you find your way to the life you’ve been dreaming of. (Material in this episode may be difficult for some. Please use discretion.)
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In this episode, Wendy shares her personal history of anxiety, and the difficult, very personal moment that made her sit down and finally start writing Calm and Sense: A Woman’s Guide to Living Anxiety-Free.
Wendy begins by describing her life-long battle with anxiety and how it fueled her mission to learn everything she could about managing anxiety – what works and what doesn’t. She shares the powerful statistics that made her decide to put everything she’s learned into a book that could serve as a companion for all anxious women.
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In this episode, three-time cancer survivor, Wendy Leeds, shares 4 powerful ways to deal with the isolation and fear of COVID-19 or any other crisis. Drawing on her own experiences, Wendy shares the story of the night when she was in the hospital dealing with chemo for leukemia. She was afraid and not sure how she would be able to get through the fear, when a visit from a social worker helped her discover a simple way to switch her thinking.
She explains that crisis always involves the loss of your normal everyday life, and she reveals the way to let go of the old “normal,” and create a bridge to your new “normal.”
In times like these, she suggests it’s even more important for us all to practice “radical kindness,” both with ourselves and with those around us. She also explores how important it is to open our hearts and forgive ourselves as well all the people in our life.
Finally, Wendy shares the heroic story that helped her get through treatment for breast cancer and forever changed the way she deals with crisis.
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Are you, or is someone you know, dealing with a recent cancer diagnosis? This may help: How to Love Yourself Through Cancer or Any Other Terrifying Diagnosis (TinyBuddha.com article)
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In this episode, host and psychotherapist, Wendy Leeds, offers a unique perspective on the traditional story of the two wolves that live within each of us. Wendy retells the story of the dark wolf and the loving wolf that are waging a life-long battling for our hearts and souls, reminding us that the wolf that wins is always the wolf you feed. Using the perspective of the dark wolf as the wolf of anxiety and the loving wolf as the wolf of peace and calm, Wendy helps us see how anxiety operates in our lives in a way that empowers and offers hope for change.
She explores the reasons why we find it so easy to feed the wolf of anxiety and encourages us to find as many ways as possible to feed our wolf of peace and calm instead. She then explores specific techniques to help us do this so that we can get what we really want in life.
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In this episode, show host, Wendy Leeds, shares her uniquely personal definition of anxiety. She describes her view of the differences between depression and anxiety. She goes on to compare anxiety to worry and shares a powerful image that describes the difference in an unforgettable way. Wendy then explores how you can use your past success to walk through a present fear to the wonderful life waiting on the other side.
She ends with a creative visualization that will help you ease your anxiety and find a sense of calm.
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© 2020 Wendy Leeds
In this first episode of the Anxiety Connection podcast, host Wendy Leeds, a 3-time cancer survivor and psychotherapist, talks about her life-long struggle with anxiety. She shares with her followers what it feels like to face a difficult cancer diagnosis and describes how she was able to find a path through those fears. Looking ahead, she talks about her plan to share the tools and techniques she’s learned over the years with anxious people everywhere.
She describes her plans to look at how anxiety impacts our lives, in relationships, at home, at work, and what we can do to ease those fears. She ends by asking listeners to imagine what their life would look like without anxiety and inviting them to work with her through the Anxiety Connection to find that new life.
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© 2020 Wendy Leeds