Holistic Wellness Episodes

This category covers holistic approaches to improve overall health and wellness, including strategies for mental, emotional, and physical well-being.
850
Aug. 24, 2022

850: Classic ACP 9 Anxiety Reducing Ways Of Living

In today's episode, Gina presents nine anxiety reducing ways of living that Leo Babauta posted on his blog. From setting one's intentions early on, to creating more space, and listening to what life is calling for you to do, these suggestions are sure to help you move more deliberately and regain your peace. Link to Leo's post https://zenhabits.net/deliberate/ Grab an awesome audio book for FREE, like The Power Of Now by Eckhart Tolle www.anxietycoachespodcast.com/audibletrial To learn more go...
848
Aug. 17, 2022

848: Don’t Panic Over Your Intrusive Thoughts

In today's episode, Gina discusses intrusive thoughts, what they are and how to move past them. Intrusive thoughts are often brought on by additional stress and those suffering from anxiety are often more vulnerable to them. These thoughts often involve disturbing content relating to those we care most about (and ourselves). Listen in for tips on how to minimize the disturbance caused by these thoughts! This episode is brought to you by Calm For listeners of the show, Calm is offering a special...
848
Aug. 17, 2022

848: Don’t Panic Over Your Intrusive Thoughts

In today's episode, Gina discusses intrusive thoughts, what they are and how to move past them. Intrusive thoughts are often brought on by additional stress and those suffering from anxiety are often more vulnerable to them. These thoughts often involve disturbing content relating to those we care most about (and ourselves). Listen in for tips on how to minimize the disturbance caused by these thoughts! This episode is brought to you by Calm For listeners of the show, Calm is offering a special...
846
Aug. 10, 2022

846: Shifting Negative Self Talk To Quiet Anxiety

In today's episode, Gina discusses the causes of negative self-talk, especially for the anxious, and shares techniques for reducing and eliminating such self-talk. Replacing such negative self-talk with affirmative self-talk can be very helpful. Several examples of both negative and positive self-talk are included as are strategies for reducing the negative thoughts and strengthening the positive thoughts. EverlyWell Check out the healthy Everlywell offer for listeners of the show, Everlywell i...
846
Aug. 10, 2022

846: Shifting Negative Self Talk To Quiet Anxiety

In today's episode, Gina discusses the causes of negative self-talk, especially for the anxious, and shares techniques for reducing and eliminating such self-talk. Replacing such negative self-talk with affirmative self-talk can be very helpful. Several examples of both negative and positive self-talk are included as are strategies for reducing the negative thoughts and strengthening the positive thoughts. EverlyWell Check out the healthy Everlywell offer for listeners of the show, Everlywell i...
843
July 31, 2022

843: How To Use Insight To Clear Away Anxious Noise

Gina discusses the importance of practicing meditation for improving our strength of mind and reducing intrusive thoughts and other anxiety related mental noise. Steps for setting up a core meditation routine are reviewed. The benefits of a regular meditation practice are reviewed. Listen in and improve your meditation practice today!
843
July 31, 2022

843: How To Use Insight To Clear Away Anxious Noise

In today's episode, Gina discusses the importance of practicing meditation for improving our strength of mind and reducing intrusive thoughts and other anxiety related mental noise. Steps for setting up a core meditation routine are reviewed. The benefits of a regular meditation practice are reviewed. Listen in and improve your meditation practice today! Better Help is bringing you thousands of counselors for your therapy needs and 10% off your first month! https://betterhelp.com/acp discount c...
842
July 27, 2022

842: How To Rest Without Feeling Guilty

Gina discusses the importance of rest for our overall well-being and resistance to excessive anxiety. Understanding that getting enough rest time is critical to our overall health and well-being can help ease any sense of guilt we may have regarding making rest time for ourselves.
842
July 27, 2022

842: How To Rest Without Feeling Guilty

In today's episode, Gina discusses the importance of rest for our overall well-being and resistance to excessive anxiety. Understanding that getting enough rest time is critical to our overall health and well-being can help ease any sense of guilt we may have regarding making rest time for ourselves. Of course, adding mindfulness to our rest time can make it even more effective for anxiety-soothing purposes. Self-reflection questions are included at the end of the show. Calm For listeners of th...
836
July 6, 2022

836 Is Self Care Keeping You Anxious

Gina presents on a paradoxical topic: that self-care practices could actually be contributing to keeping your anxiety level high! Use your gift of reasoning to examine your anxiety and anxiety-care situation through a different lens.
836
July 6, 2022

836: Is Self Care Keeping You Anxious

In today's episode, Gina presents on a paradoxical topic: that self-care practices could actually be contributing to keeping your anxiety level high! Use your gift of reasoning to examine your anxiety and anxiety-care situation through a different lens. Check your self-care practices and throw out those that may not really be helping you and focus in on those that are giving you relief. Listen in for advice on how to do this! Find even more peace and calm with our Supercast premium access membe...
835
July 3, 2022

835 Anxiety Exercise and Skipped Heartbeats

Gina answers a listener question regarding anxiety, exercise and skipped heartbeats. Some of the physiology behind the sensation of skipped heartbeats is discussed as well as how adrenaline released during exercise can make the occurrence more likely.
835
July 3, 2022

835: Anxiety Exercise and Skipped Heartbeats

In today's episode, Gina answers a listener question regarding anxiety, exercise and skipped heartbeats. Some of the physiology behind the sensation of skipped heartbeats is discussed as well as how adrenaline released during exercise can make the occurrence more likely. The safety and how to handle this experience is also covered. Link mentioned in the show for more information on PVCs and exercise https://www.livestrong.com/article/426515-frequent-pvcs-during-exercises/ Book mentioned by Kel...
834
June 29, 2022

834: Floating Stress Away Affirmations

In today's episode, Gina shares some helpful affirmations you can use to float through any stress that comes your way. Initially, the affirmations are mentioned and discussed. Later, Gina slows down the affirmations and reads them as a brief guided meditation.
834
June 29, 2022

834: Floating Stress Away Affirmations

In today's episode, Gina shares some helpful affirmations you can use to float through any stress that comes your way. Initially, the affirmations are mentioned and discussed. Later, Gina slows down the affirmations and reads them as a brief guided meditation. Listen in to add these affirmations to your anxiety-reduction repertoire! Find even more peace and calm with our Supercast premium access membership! https://anxietycoaches.supercast.com/ Here's what's included for $5/month: ❤ New Ad-Fre...
831
June 19, 2022

831: 5 Healing Powers of Solitude

In today's episode, Gina discusses the great benefits of solitude and alone time. Being alone allows one to reflect on their present condition, recharge emotionally, and make plans for improvements in one's life.
831
June 19, 2022

831: 5 Healing Powers of Solitude

In today's episode, Gina discusses the great benefits of solitude and alone time. Being alone allows one to reflect on their present condition, recharge emotionally, and make plans for improvements in one's life. Listen in to learn the benefits and being alone and how to take some special alone time for yourself! Find even more peace and calm with our Supercast premium access membership! https://anxietycoaches.supercast.com/ Here's what's included for $5/month: ❤ New Ad-Free episodes every Sun...
829
June 12, 2022

829: Cultivate Your Happiness Hormones

Gina discusses the miraculous power of part of our endogenous pharmacopeia: our happiness hormones.
829
June 12, 2022

829: Cultivate Your Happiness Hormones

In today's episode, Gina discusses the miraculous power of part of our endogenous pharmacopeia: our happiness hormones. Oxytocin and endorphins are discussed in some detail. Easy to use techniques to increase these helpful chemicals are included. Find even more peace and calm with our Supercast premium access membership! https://anxietycoaches.supercast.com/ Here's what's included for $5/month: ❤ New Ad-Free episodes every Sunday and Wednesday ❤ Access to the entire Ad-free back-catalog with ...
828
June 8, 2022

828: Wabi Sabi Embracing Imperfection

Gina talks about the importance of embracing imperfection, particularly in contrast to the common tendency of holding yourself to standards of perfection.
828
June 8, 2022

828: Wabi Sabi Embracing Imperfection

In today's episode, Gina talks about the importance of embracing imperfection, particularly in contrast to the common tendency of holding yourself to standards of perfection. Giving yourself permission to be yourself and not judging yourself based on your achievements can do wonders for your sense of self-worth and mental health. Book Mentioned in the episode Wabi Sabi: Japanese Wisdom for a Perfectly Imperfect Life by Beth Kempton https://amzn.to/3N2jL6m Find even more peace and calm with ou...
825
May 29, 2022

825: Relaxing From Head To Toe

Gina shares a guided meditation for relaxing your body from head to toe.
825
May 29, 2022

825: Relaxing From Head To Toe

In today's episode, Gina shares a guided meditation for relaxing your body from head to toe. Similar to the body scan, this process will help you reach a state of peace within you mind and body. Self-reflection questions are provided to help you dig deeper into the process of relaxation and how to use it to your best ability. Find even more peace and calm with our Supercast premium access membership! https://anxietycoaches.supercast.com/ Here's what's included for $5/month: ❤ New Ad-Free epis...
May 26, 2022

824: 7 Habits To Find More Serenity

In today's episode, Gina shares seven habits to encourage more peace and serenity in your life.