The Anxiety Podcast

Summary: In this episode I talk about social media anxiety in some detail and why we are affected by it so much.  I am also taking a 30 day hiatus from social media, a challenge of sorts, so I discuss this and explain why you should join me.  I'll be reporting in each week on what I'm noticing along the way. Here is the report that I was talking about during this episode, definitely worth a read: https://www.rsph.org.uk/our-work/campaigns/status-of-mind.html Links:  Get The Anxiety Journal here: http://www.timjpcollins.com/journal/ Become an Anxiety Podcast supporter: https://patreon.com/anxietypodcast Subscribe to my Youtube Channel: https://youtube.com/timjpcollins?sub_confirmation=1 To get my Toolkit to Overcome Anxiety go to - http://timjpcollins.com/free Please click here to leave a review -http://getpodcast.reviews/id/1031117023 Join the Less Anxiety More Life community - https://www.facebook.com/groups/lessanxietymorelife/

Summary: In this episode I talk about my last week in Las Vegas including putting my back out, how I engaged during my trip and the highlights and insights I encountered.   I also discuss the current workout regime I've just started. My current workout is 2 hours and 24 mins per week and looks like this: HIIT you can do twice per week. You can get an app called "Interval Timer" Set it to 12 mins. 20 seconds on, 10 seconds off Jumping squats/ Push ups/ Running on the spot/ Crunches.  And repeat! For the weights routine it's twice per week also: Day 1 - DB Press (better for shoulders than bench press) Squats Weighted pull ups (or start with machine that helps you) work up to heavy 3X5 for each one. Day 2 - DB Press Deadlifts Weighted pull ups Aim of approx 2 mins of rest between sets Links:  Get The Anxiety Journal here: http://www.timjpcollins.com/journal/ Become an Anxiety Podcast supporter: https://patreon.com/anxietypodcast Subscribe to my Youtube Channel: https://youtube.com/timjpcollins?sub_confirmation=1

Summary: In this episode I get back and give you an update regarding what I've been up to for the last little while.  I talk about how I'm moving to more of a documenting approach in order to give you more frequent updates.  Also I'm going to be answering more questions on air, so if you have some please go here http://www.timjpcollins.com/contact-me/ Links:  Get The Anxiety Journal here: http://www.timjpcollins.com/journal/ Become an Anxiety Podcast supporter: https://patreon.com/anxietypodcast Subscribe to my Youtube Channel: https://youtube.com/timjpcollins?sub_confirmation=1 To get my Toolkit to Overcome Anxiety go to - http://timjpcollins.com/free Please click here to leave a review -http://getpodcast.reviews/id/1031117023 Join the Less Anxiety More Life community - https://www.facebook.com/groups/lessanxietymorelife/

Summary: In this episode I talk about my experience with setting new years resolutions, and the approach that I now take today.  I've found that moving with the herd and making promises I wasn't going to stick to didn't work for me. PS I hate the term "hack", so hopefully you'll see that I'm using it here a little sarcastically.  Links:  Get The Anxiety Journal here: http://www.timjpcollins.com/journal/ Become an Anxiety Podcast supporter: https://patreon.com/anxietypodcast Subscribe to my Youtube Channel: https://youtube.com/timjpcollins?sub_confirmation=1 To get my Toolkit to Overcome Anxiety go to - http://timjpcollins.com/free Please click here to leave a review -http://getpodcast.reviews/id/1031117023 Join the Less Anxiety More Life community - https://www.facebook.com/groups/lessanxietymorelife/

Summary: In this episode I share an episode I created 2 years ago.  I went back to make a new and improved latest version, but realized it actually is still spot on and still all applies today! I hope you have an amazing holidays and a happy new year! Links:  Get The Anxiety Journal here: http://www.timjpcollins.com/journal/ Become an Anxiety Podcast supporter: https://patreon.com/anxietypodcast Subscribe to my Youtube Channel: https://youtube.com/timjpcollins?sub_confirmation=1 To get my Toolkit to Overcome Anxiety go to - http://timjpcollins.com/free Please click here to leave a review -http://getpodcast.reviews/id/1031117023 Join the Less Anxiety More Life community - https://www.facebook.com/groups/lessanxietymorelife/

Summary: In this episode I talk about turning 40 and how I've been reflecting on my life recently.  I talk about gratitude for the opportunities I have. How I'm glad I'm still alive, and I also discuss how we really need to choose what kind of life we want to live and what you can do to alter the course of yours. Links:  Get The Anxiety Journal here: http://www.timjpcollins.com/journal/ Become an Anxiety Podcast supporter: https://patreon.com/anxietypodcast Subscribe to my Youtube Channel: https://youtube.com/timjpcollins?sub_confirmation=1 To get my Toolkit to Overcome Anxiety go to - http://timjpcollins.com/free Please click here to leave a review -http://getpodcast.reviews/id/1031117023 Join the Less Anxiety More Life community - https://www.facebook.com/groups/lessanxietymorelife/

Summary: In this episode I talk about my experiences with journaling.  I discuss how getting things out of your head and onto paper is so important and can help when you're feeling anxious.  I also get into how journaling can be a creative outlet.  Lastly I go through some of the key components of The Anxiety Journal and how you can use the questions from the book to get started. Links:  Get The Anxiety Journal here: http://timjpcollins.leadpages.co/journal/ Become an Anxiety Podcast supporter: https://patreon.com/anxietypodcast Subscribe to my Youtube Channel: https://youtube.com/timjpcollins?sub_confirmation=1 To get my Toolkit to Overcome Anxiety go to - http://timjpcollins.com/free In the USA text "LEANIN" to 44222 Please click here to leave a review -http://getpodcast.reviews/id/1031117023 Join the Less Anxiety More Life community - https://www.facebook.com/groups/lessanxietymorelife/

Summary: In this episode I talk about how I've used cold water and cold showers to improve my health.  I've used it in times of high anxiety and stress, and continue to use it today.  Taking cold showers had a ton of mental & physical health benefits, in this episode I discuss all the ones I've discovered and tested. This practice was a game changer for me. Links:  Become an Anxiety Podcast supporter: https://patreon.com/anxietypodcast Subscribe to my Youtube Channel: https://youtube.com/timjpcollins?sub_confirmation=1 To get my Toolkit to Overcome Anxiety go to - http://timjpcollins.com/free In the USA text "LEANIN" to 44222 Please click here to leave a review -http://getpodcast.reviews/id/1031117023 Join the Less Anxiety More Life community - https://www.facebook.com/groups/lessanxietymorelife/

Summary: In this episode I talk about a trip I just took with one of my kids.  I talk about the importance of time alone both for ourselves, and the relationships with our children. I go into some of the realizations that I had and share some fun stories from our adventure. Links:  Become an Anxiety Podcast supporter: https://patreon.com/anxietypodcast Subscribe to my Youtube Channel: https://youtube.com/timjpcollins?sub_confirmation=1 To get my Toolkit to Overcome Anxiety go to - http://timjpcollins.com/free In the USA text "LEANIN" to 44222 Please click here to leave a review -http://getpodcast.reviews/id/1031117023 Join the Less Anxiety More Life community - https://www.facebook.com/groups/lessanxietymorelife/

Summary: In this episode I talk to Megan about grief.  We discuss her personal experience with losing her partner and what followed.   Teacher, speaker, and psychotherapist, Megan Devine, has been stirring up our culture’s ideas around grief and loss since 2009. She's the author of the book, It's OK That You're Not OK: Meeting Grief and Loss in a Culture That Doesn't Understand Megan is known for her practical, no-nonsense approach to grief, and for her ability to guide people inside some of the most devastating experiences of life and love. While her work is often focused on grief itself, her message is much wider: by acknowledging what hurts, we can all learn to love each other better - no matter what life brings.  Links: Please click here to leave a review -http://getpodcast.reviews/id/1031117023 Megan's Site: http://www.refugeingrief.com/ Megan's book: https://www.amazon.com/Its-That-Youre-Not-Understand/dp/1622039076/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1506304974&sr=8-1&keywords=megan+devine  Become an A

Summary: In this episode I talk about the changes I've recently made in my life.  Why I've moved away from coaching full time, why I've recently started a full time job and why I'm loving life. I go into why I believe the journey for me has brought me to this point and why it's all part of the process. Lastly I touch on the future of the podcast and what you can expect moving forwards. Links:  Become an Anxiety Podcast supporter: https://patreon.com/anxietypodcast Subscribe to my Youtube Channel: https://youtube.com/timjpcollins?sub_confirmation=1 To get my Toolkit to Overcome Anxiety go to - http://timjpcollins.com/free In the USA text "LEANIN" to 44222 Please click here to leave a review -http://getpodcast.reviews/id/1031117023 Join the Less Anxiety More Life community - https://www.facebook.com/groups/lessanxietymorelife/

Summary: In this episode I talk to Zack Jones about his fantastic book on changing the world.   All of Zack’s favorite projects revolve around empowering young people to believe in their dreams. He just finished his first book, The World Changer's Handbook: A Young Person's Guide to Creating an Impactful Life.  He learned how to facilitate workshops at Google headquarters and the Stanford d.school. Since then, he’s led dozens of experiential learning sessions for students of all ages.  Zack interned in marketing for Calypso Communications, Starting-11 (acquired), Bright Orange Thread and currently works Horn Program in Entrepreneurship with the University of Delaware. He has written countless blog posts and developed inbound marketing strategies during his internships. He’s been published to over 16,000 followers in the Creatomic publication on Medium and he blogs every day on zcjones.com. He writes about creativity, happiness and lessons learned.   Links: The World Changer's Handbook daily blog: zcjones.com

Summary: In this episode I talk to Kelli Walker about her own journey with anxiety and how it led her to now help others recover.  Kelli is one of the only coaches I recommend as her approach really aligns with mine. Kelli Walker, M.S.N., is a Registered Nurse, Certified Health and Wellness Coach, and former agoraphobe. For over 15 years she struggled with generalized anxiety, OCD, and panic attacks. Kelli now works as a coach, helping people move past their own anxiety in the way she did: by understanding anxiety's true nature and the ways that we innocently get stuck in the cycle of anxiety, fear, and worry. This understanding allows us to start breaking that cycle. Kelli is the host of the Not Another Anxiety Show podcast, an author, and has participated in several health and wellness conferences and summits. Kelli enjoys Nutella, her dogs, world travel, sweat pants, hiking, kayaking and ultimate frisbee. To learn more about Kelli and her work, visit www.panicandanxietycoach.com or check out her podcast No

Summary: This week I talk to Lisa Sugarman about raising kids.  We cover loads of the myths and realities of raising children and all of the associated challenges that brings.  Lisa Sugarman writes the nationally syndicated humor column It Is What It Is. Author of Untying Parent Anxiety. And perfectly imperfect parent...among other things Buy Lisa's book here: https://www.amazon.com/Untying-Parent-Anxiety-Years-5-8/dp/1944822577/ref=sr_1_3?s=books&ie=UTF8&qid=1471467454&sr=1-3&keywords=lisa+sugarman In this episode you will learn: How important are school grades Kids making it in the real world Kids and making friends Will my kid grow out of this Jekyll-and-Hyde phase Should kids be seen and not heard IQ vs EQ Are kids prewired or can they change? Links: Become an Anxiety Podcast supporter: https://patreon.com/anxietypodcast Subscribe to my Youtube Channel: https://youtube.com/timjpcollins?sub_confirmation=1 To get my Toolkit to Overcome Anxiety go to - http://timjpcollins.com/free In the US

Summary: This week I talk to Amy Smith.  We cover her own journey with stress, anxiety and coming up against some resistance when growing up. Amy E. Smith is a certified and credentialed confidence coach, masterful speaker, and personal empowerment expert. Owner and founder of Joy Junkie Enterprises, Amy uses her roles as coach, writer, podcaster, and speaker to move individuals beyond limiting beliefs and sabotaging mindsets to a place of radical personal empowerment and self-love. Amy's site: https://thejoyjunkie.com/ In this episode you will learn: How Amy decided to change things around in her own life Amy talks about her experience with medication How Amy's family reacted to her taking meds We get into a little about how religion and how that shaped Amy's upbringing How to talk to yourself is the most important thing How your inner critic grows as you grow Links: Become an Anxiety Podcast supporter: https://patreon.com/anxietypodcast Subscribe to my Youtube Channel: https://youtube.com/timjpcollins?sub

Summary: This week I chat with Justine regarding her amazing recover from a traumatic brain injury.  She talks about how she really used writing as a way to rebuild her confidence. Written by Justine: In 1990 (I was 19 and living in San Diego with my husband of three months) my car was hit by a city bus as I was driving home from work – I sustained a severe brain injury, I was resuscitated, in a coma, paralyzed, and the doctors thought I wouldn’t recover. Within a few months I was walking again and my husband and I moved to Iowa where we started our family of 7 kids (doctors also told us we would never have kids after my crash). After we moved I began writing to cope with my severe PTSD, and I began my story about Alexander the Great a few years later. In the mid 2000s I started college part-time – with my first course being world religions, which helped me understand Alexander’s motivations and was also therapeutic for my mind (I've felt that learning has been calming). I had become interested in Alexander’s

Summary: In this I talk about why and how I recently stopped drinking coffee.  I talk about my experience and how it was uncomfortable for a while.  I also go into why tea is a much better option and detail the reasons. In this episode you will learn: Why I decided to stop drinking coffee How I knew that it was time to break the reliance on coffee How I had romanticized coffee  How I felt as I began to stop drinking coffee Brain fog, Headaches, Lethargic, Short Attention Span How it took 7-10 days for this to wear off I've gone back to tea and the benefits that it has An article I took some facts from http://elitedaily.com/life/leaves-over-beans-why-tea-is-hands-down-better-than-coffee/1024087/ Links:  Become an Anxiety Podcast supporter: https://patreon.com/anxietypodcast Subscribe to my Youtube Channel: https://youtube.com/timjpcollins?sub_confirmation=1 To get my Toolkit to Overcome Anxiety go to - http://timjpcollins.com/free In the USA text "LEANIN" to 44222 Please click here to leave a review -http://

Summary: This week I chat with Kaia Roman about how she went from burn out in a start up environment to putting herself first and taking 30 days to find joy in her life.  Kaia then with encouragement from friends decided to write it all down and share it with the world.  Kaia Roman is the author of the new book, The Joy Plan (Sourcebooks, July 11, 2017). She teaches Mindfulness to elementary school students in Santa Cruz, California and is a blogger for mindbodygreen and other sites. She writes about how she went from joyless and anxious to grateful and optimistic so she can remember how she did if she forgets. For everyday joy and mindfulness tips, sign up for Kaia’s newsletter at TheJoyPlan.com. Kaia's book on amazon: https://www.amazon.com/Joy-Plan-Complaining-Ridiculous-Happiness/dp/1492648760/ref=la_B06VSW62S4_1_1?s=books&ie=UTF8&qid=1491264616&sr=1-1 Kaia's site: http://www.thejoyplan.com/ In this episode you will learn: How Kaia became very stressed while building her start up Why she deci

Summary: In this episode I get interviewed by my friend Oliver Manalese.  We talk about lots of stuff I've covered before and lots of new stuff as well!  Links:  For full show notes go to: http://olivermanalese.com/12/ Become an Anxiety Podcast supporter: https://patreon.com/anxietypodcast Subscribe to my Youtube Channel: https://youtube.com/timjpcollins?sub_confirmation=1 To get my Toolkit to Overcome Anxiety go to - http://timjpcollins.com/free In the USA text "LEANIN" to 44222 Please click here to leave a review -http://getpodcast.reviews/id/1031117023 Join the Less Anxiety More Life community - https://www.facebook.com/groups/lessanxietymorelife/

Summary: This week I chat with Andrea Petersen about how anxiety has affected her life.  We talk supportive relationships, parenting and evolving with your anxiety. ANDREA PETERSEN is a contributing writer at the Wall Street Journal, where she reports on psychology, health, and neuroscience. She is the recipient of a Rosalynn Carter Fellowship for Mental Health Journalism and lives in Brooklyn, New York, with her husband and daughter. Andreas book: https://www.amazon.com/Edge-Journey-Through-Anxiety/dp/0553418572/ref=sr_1_1?s=books&ie=UTF8&qid=1498529182&sr=1-1&refinements=p_27%3AAndrea+Petersen In this episode you will learn: How Andrea first suffered with anxiety while in college How exposure and CBT was useful in her recovery Andrea discusses how important support from partners is How you can affectively support someone that is having a panic attack We talk about parenting and effective ways to support our kids to be brave We talk about Andreas newly released book "On Edge - A Journey Thro