Anxiety Slayer

Welcome back to the Anxiety Slayer podcast, as May is mental health awareness month, we’re going to be talking about understanding mental health and where to find support. Many of this month’s episodes are in response to questions about mental health from our private Facebook group. Here’s our second question: “How to summon up the motivation to help yourself, or practice self-care when you are so low or anxious you don’t feel like doing anything. What the best first steps might be and how to talk yourself into doing them.”   Today’s Anxiety Slayer podcast is sponsored by Betterhelp    BetterHelp wants to remind you that you matter just as much as everyone else does, and therapy is a great way to make sure you show up for yourself.      BetterHelp is online therapy that offers video, phone and even live chat sessions with your therapist, so you don’t have to see anyone on camera if you don’t want to.  It’s much more affordable than in-person therapy and you can be matched with a therapist in under 48 hours. 

#589 Welcome back to the Anxiety Slayer podcast, as May is mental health awareness month, we’re going to be talking about understanding mental health and where to find support. Many of this month’s episodes are in response to questions about mental health from our private Facebook group.   Here’s our first question: “Is it normal to feel depressed when anxiety kicks in, sometimes I wonder if I'm bi-polar. some days I have so much energy and the next day, I'm lying on the sofa unable to do anything, feeling depressed and that scares me.”   Today’s Anxiety Slayer podcast is sponsored by Betterhelp    BetterHelp wants to remind you that you matter just as much as everyone else does, and therapy is a great way to make sure you show up for yourself.      BetterHelp is online therapy that offers video, phone and even live chat sessions with your therapist, so you don’t have to see anyone on camera if you don’t want to.  It’s much more affordable than in-person therapy and you can be matched with a therapist in und

#588 This week on the Anxiety Slayer podcast we are sharing a guided relaxation to help you escape the throes of anxiety. We hope you find some peace while listening in. Rest awhile and know that you can listen in anytime you're feeling stressed. 

#587 Today Shann is speaking with millennial psychotherapist Tess Brigham about her expert insights on the challenges young adults are uniquely facing during these unprecedented times. Tess Brigham specializes in helping millennials discover their unique life path. Tess is a vital resource for those who may be feeling stuck, uninspired, or uncertain by where they are in life. She brings her experience within the worlds of psychotherapy and coaching together to work with young adults on relationships, mental health and career development. She has written the Quarter Life Crisis Handbook, and has been featured in Oprah Magazine, The New York Times, USA Today, NBC, Real Simple, and more.

#586 This week at Anxiety Slayer, we’re talking about the different faces of anxiety that can shrink our lives. Today’s Anxiety Slayer podcast is sponsored by Betterhelp    BetterHelp wants to remind you that you matter just as much as everyone else does, and therapy is a great way to make sure you show up for yourself.      BetterHelp is online therapy that offers video, phone and even live chat sessions with your therapist, so you don’t have to see anyone on camera if you don’t want to.  It’s much more affordable than in-person therapy and you can be matched with a therapist in under 48 hours.    Give it a try and see why over 2 million people have used BetterHelp online therapy.    Special offer for Anxiety Slayer listeners, get 10% off your first month at http://betterhelp.com/slayer  

#585 This week at Anxiety Slayer, we’re talking about how to reclaim peace and space from anxious thoughts about the future. Today’s Anxiety Slayer podcast is sponsored by Betterhelp    BetterHelp wants to remind you that you matter just as much as everyone else does, and therapy is a great way to make sure you show up for yourself.      BetterHelp is online therapy that offers video, phone and even live chat sessions with your therapist, so you don’t have to see anyone on camera if you don’t want to.  It’s much more affordable than in-person therapy and you can be matched with a therapist in under 48 hours.    Give it a try and see why over 2 million people have used BetterHelp online therapy.    Special offer for Anxiety Slayer listeners, get 10% off your first month at http://betterhelp.com/slayer  

#584 In this week’s episode, we’re talking about the benefit of some mental clearing and reflection and how Tapping can help us with some emotional Spring cleaning. This episode of Anxiety Slayer is sponsored by Meomind Meomind is a mental health app that gives you access to an extensive audio library of recorded one-on-one therapy sessions with handpicked, licensed therapists. That means you can get professional help right now, in your earbuds. Did you know that you can get full access to the entire Meomind library, totally free? AND you can listen anytime, anywhere. Listen to therapy in the gym, while you walk your dog or when you just want to relax.   If you are suffering from anxiety, depression, trauma, or simply work stress, Meomind has tons of sessions that are customized to every situation. You get to browse and choose what suits you the best.   Start listening to therapy today with the Meomind app, available on the App Store and Play Store.    

#583 Today Shann is speaking with Eric Zimmer about the foundational habits of spiritual transformation. Eric is endlessly inspired by the quest for a greater understanding of how our minds work and how to intentionally create the lives we want to live. At the age of 24, he was homeless, addicted to heroin, and facing long jail sentences. In the years since he has found a way to recover from addiction and build a life in which he thrives as a behavior coach, Interfaith Spiritual Director, host of the award-winning podcast The One You Feed, and creator of the Spiritual Habits Program. Points covered in this episode: The four principles that make it easy to build any habit. Find out the key qualities that foster learning and growth in everyone. How to drop resistance and free ourselves from suffering. Release the three things that all unhappy people hold on to. How to step out of the all-or-nothing thinking that’s keeping you stuck. Learn more about Eric's offerings including his Spiritual Habits prog

#582 In this weeks Anxiety Slayer podcast, we’re exploring the Ayurvedic body clock and how it can help us build a routine to calm anxiety. Today’s Anxiety Slayer podcast is sponsored by Betterhelp    BetterHelp wants to remind you that you matter just as much as everyone else does, and therapy is a great way to make sure you show up for yourself.      BetterHelp is online therapy that offers video, phone and even live chat sessions with your therapist, so you don’t have to see anyone on camera if you don’t want to.  It’s much more affordable than in-person therapy and you can be matched with a therapist in under 48 hours.    Give it a try and see why over 2 million people have used BetterHelp online therapy.    Special offer for Anxiety Slayer listeners, get 10% off your first month at http://betterhelp.com/slayer  

#581 Today we're talking about how the Spring season can help us nourish our mental and physical health. Spring is the season that brings hope and energy, as nature blossoms around us and the air begins to warm up, we are invited to get outside more and stretch and breathe. It's also a time that encourages reflection on our personal growth, and aspirations.   Today’s Anxiety Slayer podcast is sponsored by Betterhelp    BetterHelp wants to remind you that you matter just as much as everyone else does, and therapy is a great way to make sure you show up for yourself.      BetterHelp is online therapy that offers video, phone and even live chat sessions with your therapist, so you don’t have to see anyone on camera if you don’t want to.  It’s much more affordable than in-person therapy and you can be matched with a therapist in under 48 hours.    Give it a try and see why over 2 million people have used BetterHelp online therapy.    Special offer for Anxiety Slayer listeners, get 10% off your first month at

#580 This week on the Anxiety Slayer Podcast, we’re sharing a guided practice for cultivating joy spoken by Shann with music by Ananga.   If you enjoyed the guided relaxation in this episode, we hope you’ll consider becoming a patron! We have over 100 Anxiety Slayer downloads available on Patreon including our guided relaxations, Tapping Sessions, teachings from Ayurveda, and extra resources for calming your anxiety. Learn more at patreon.com/anxietyslayer

#579: This week Shann is speaking with Brett Newski, musician, artist, and the author of It’s Hard To Be A Person: defeating anxiety, surviving the world, and having more fun. Brett has a reputation for having a light-hearted attitude even when dealing with heavy topics. Points Covered in the Episode: How making fun of his anxiety and depression helped him thrive as an artist, musician, and author. Therapeutic benefits of sharing his formerly private and heavy feelings out into the world. Helpful strategies to help us avoid the pitfalls of living in our heads. Advice for how young people can have more fun while dealing with the chaotic world we live in. Get a copy of It's Hard to Be a Person: defeating anxiety, surviving the world, and having more fun wherever books are sold. You can also get Brett’s Guide to Defeating Anxiety when you sign up for his newsletter at www.BrettNewski.com  

#578 This week on the Anxiety Slayer Podcast we’re discussing the practice of tuning up your personal awareness by practicing one of our favorite daily rituals to relieve stress and anxiety.   If you enjoyed the guided relaxation in this episode, we hope you’ll consider becoming a patron! We have over 100 Anxiety Slayer downloads available on Patreon including our guided relaxations, Tapping Sessions, teachings from Ayurveda, and extra resources for calming your anxiety. Learn more at patreon.com/anxietyslayer

#577 In this week’s Anxiety Slayer podcast, we’re inviting you to cultivate more joy in your life.     Everyone experiences stress and anxiety at different times and varying degrees in their lives. This doesn’t mean that your every waking hour has to be anxiety-ridden.  You can learn to manage anxiety and enjoy a full and happy life.     Did you know that you can support Anxiety Slayer on Patreon for as little as $5 each month and over 100 Anxiety Slayer Extras? Learn more at patreon.com/anxietyslayer

In this week’s Anxiety Slayer podcast, we’re talking about morning anxiety and sharing a Guided Tapping Session to help you calm anxiety and ease into your day.   If you enjoyed the guided relaxation in this episode, we hope you’ll consider becoming a patron! We have over 100 Anxiety Slayer downloads available on Patreon including our guided relaxations, Tapping Sessions, teachings from Ayurveda, and extra resources for calming your anxiety. Learn more at patreon.com/anxietyslayer

#575: In this week’s Anxiety Slayer podcast, Shann is speaking with mind-body health specialist, meditation teacher, and acclaimed author of When Women Rise. Be sure to listen in for Michele’s guided relaxation midway through the episode. Dr. Michele Kambolis is Clinical Director of the Harbourside Counseling Centre in Vancouver. She is a mind-body health specialist, meditation teacher, registered therapist, and acclaimed author and speaker. Michele is an unshakable believer in our innate capacity to self-heal and thrive. Her new book, When Women Rise, is a timely, transformative, and inspiring guide for women who want to bring more joy, power, and peace into their lives. Topics covered in this episode: Many of our listeners write are feeling complexity fried right now – How can they start to comfort their nervous systems? An example of Voo chanting to calm your Vagus nerve naturally. How we can empower ourselves during this wild ride on planet earth. A 5-minute Return to Calm guided meditat

#574 In this week's Anxiety Slayer podcast, we’re sharing tips on how you can calm your nervous system during darker days and challenging times. We also share a relaxing guided practice to regain calm, confidence and clarity.   If you enjoyed the guided relaxation in this episode, we hope you’ll consider becoming a patron! We have over 100 Anxiety Slayer downloads available on Patreon including our guided relaxations, Tapping Sessions, teachings from Ayurveda, and extra resources for calming your anxiety. Learn more at patreon.com/anxietyslayer

#573 In this week's Anxiety Slayer podcast, we’re discussing Ayurveda’s take on New Years Resolutions. We're sharing insights into the different mind/body types of Ayurveda and how they each make resolutions. And how knowing the energies of the season can help us look after our bodies and minds.   If you enjoyed this guided relaxation we hope you’ll consider becoming a patron! We have over 100 Anxiety Slayer downloads available on Patreon including our guided relaxations, Tapping Sessions, and extra resources for calming your anxiety. Learn more at patreon.com/anxietyslayer

#572: We hope you enjoy this Guided Relaxation from our Peace album Beyond the Clouds is a guided relaxation for anxiety relief and respite from anxious racing thoughts. This practice is lead by Shann with music by Ananga.   If you enjoyed this guided relaxation we hope you’ll consider becoming a patron! We have over 100 Anxiety Slayer downloads available on Patreon including our guided relaxations, Tapping Sessions, and extra resources for calming your anxiety. Learn more at patreon.com/anxietyslayer

#571 This week on the Anxiety Slayer podcast, Shann is speaking with Grammy-winning pianist and composer, Peter Kater about the healing power of music and Rapture, the new album he composed during the pandemic. While Peter’s music has uplifted, soothed, healed, and inspired the lives of millions of people all around the world for decades, he finds himself increasingly focused on helping individuals elevate their lives, at a time when they need it most. ## This episode of Anxiety Slayer is sponsored by Organifi. Organifi creates superfood blends offering plant-based nutrition made with high-quality ingredients. Each Organifi blend is science-backed to craft the most effective doses with ingredients that are organic and free of fillers and contain less than 3g of sugar per serving for less than $3 a day. Go to www.organifi.com/slayer and use code slayer for 20% off your order.