Stress Management Episodes

In this episode, Gina discusses stress and three stages by which people respond to stress, originally identified by stress researcher Hans Selye: Alarm, Resistance and Exhaustion. Gina goes on to describe a number of steps by which we can manage our stress mindfully. The use of writing is noted as particularly useful in our efforts to improve our response to stress. To learn more go to: http://www.theanxietycoachespodcast.com Join our Group Coaching Full or Mini Membership Program What is anxie...

Today Gina opens the subject up around anxiety and caffeine consumption. Learn the reasons why caffeine is not your friend while clearing your anxiety-panic.

Today Gina opens the subject up around anxiety and caffeine consumption. Learn the reasons why caffeine is not your friend while clearing your anxiety-panic. Later this month we will be exploring some amazing substitutes for the beloved caffeine :) Links Mentioned in the Episode: Caffeine and medications: https://www.linkedin.com/in/suzycohen/ Carolyn Dean ep 182 http://www.theanxietycoachespodcast.com/episodes/182-magnesium-miracle-and-anxiety-interview-with-carolyn-dean-md-nd Neurotransmitter...

Gina offers listeners advice for how to better cope with the experience of lightheaded and dizzy feelings. Central to the experience of lightheadedness and dizziness during episodes of high anxiety is how we breathe.

In this episode, Gina offers listeners advice for how to better cope with the experience of lightheaded and dizzy feelings. Central to the experience of lightheadedness and dizziness during episodes of high anxiety is how we breathe. Excess oxygen from increased rate of breathing, without any physical outlet, such as running, will make anxiety states more intense. Steps to take to minimize dizziness and lightheadedness: 1) Breathing exercises (deep belly breathing) 2) Be more active 3) Medita...

Gina speaks about the benefits of reading for those of us who suffer with anxiety. Inspired by an article by Chris Kresser, Gina describes the benefits of reading, including: reduction of stress and increase of relaxation.

In this episode, Gina speaks about the benefits of reading for those of us who suffer with anxiety. Inspired by an article by Chris Kresser, Gina describes the benefits of reading, including: reduction of stress and increase of relaxation. Frequent readers exhibit increased empathy. Listen in for some tips and strategies to increase you reading and reap the benefits today! ACP Book Suggestions http://www.theanxietycoachespodcast.com/resources/ Audible Free Book: http://publishers.audibletrial.c...

Gina discusses the importance of being present for the process of relieving stress and anxiety.

In this episode, Gina discusses the importance of being present for the process of relieving stress and anxiety. Gina points out undesirable factors that inhibit our stress and anxiety relief, including: attachment, excessive forward thinking (future focused), imaginary thoughts and negative expectations. Gina suggests four action steps to be in the present and cultivate mindfulness: 1) Observe events without judging them (anxiety stems from judgment) 2) Integrate mindfulness activities into ...

Gina responds to a listener question regarding grief and anxiety. Gina offers strategies for coping with the generally disturbing combination of grief and anxiety, particularly in the case of losing someone close to you.

In today's episode, Gina responds to a listener question regarding grief and anxiety. Gina offers strategies for coping with the generally disturbing combination of grief and anxiety, particularly in the case of losing someone close to you. Gina underlines the particular emotions that are exhibited when experiencing grief as well as techniques that can be used to enhance and maintain support and self-care. To learn more go to: http://www.theanxietycoachespodcast.com Join our Group Coaching Full...

Gina discusses the tendency many anxiety sufferers have to place additional pressure on themselves in their lives. Gina offers listeners the opportunity to take off this additional pressure we put on ourselves.

In this episode, Gina discusses the tendency many anxiety sufferers have to place additional pressure on themselves in their lives. Gina offers listeners the opportunity to take off this additional pressure we put on ourselves. We have many demands on us and we have made commitments we must honor, however, there are ways to take time for yourself. This time can be short moments interspersed throughout the day or whole weekend long retreats. Listen in for a discussion of strategies and alternativ...

Gina talks about how to deal with an unavoidable part of our existence in the world: change. Many people suffer from increased anxiety relating to the uncertainty they experience when facing major changes in their lives.

In this episode, Gina talks about how to deal with an unavoidable part of our existence in the world: change. Many people suffer from increased anxiety relating to the uncertainty they experience when facing major changes in their lives. Listen in for suggestions on how to minimize your fear of change and maximize your ability to cope and thrive when major changes approach you in your life. How to use your mindful awareness during those inevitable moments of change so you can feel less anxious:...

In today's episode, Gina answers a listener question about dealing with setbacks in the struggle with anxiety. This listener in particular is seeking advice regarding symptoms that have become inflamed after a medication adjustment from her physician. Additionally, the stress of impending major life events (in this case, a marriage) has this particular listener in distress. Gina offers a number of useful tips and strategies for addressing this period of inflamed anxiety symptoms. Some advice reg...

Gina goes through an article by Dr. Mercola describing the many benefits of four adrenal-supporting, adaptogenic herbs. Listen in to check whether you may benefit from adding one of these healing herbs to your anxiety-reduction toolkit.

In this episode Gina goes through an article by Dr. Mercola describing the many benefits of four adrenal-supporting, adaptogenic herbs. Listen in to check whether you may benefit from adding one of these healing herbs to your anxiety-reduction toolkit. The four herbs discussed are: ashwagandha, rhodiola, ginseng (Asian and Siberian) and tulsi. Link to Dr. Mercola's article: https://articles.mercola.com/sites/articles/archive/2018/04/09/adaptogens-for-adrenal-support.aspx?utm_source=dnl&utm_med...

Gina offers listeners a series of questions they can ask themselves and suggestions they can implement during their experience of the discomfort associated with anxiety and panic.

In this episode Gina offers listeners a series of questions they can ask themselves and suggestions they can implement during their experience of the discomfort associated with anxiety and panic. Turning to face the discomfort we are presented with during high anxiety moments can offer us the opportunity we are seeking to overcome the discomfort. Questions to ask oneself: What if there were more beyond that? What if distracting was keeping us in the loop and holding us back from the joy in l...

Gina explores a great listener question submitted via the speak pipe on the ACP website regarding insomnia and anxiety.

In today's episode Gina explores a great listener question submitted via the speak pipe on the ACP website regarding insomnia and anxiety. Gina lays out a substantial list of helpful tips and strategies that will help you reclaim your peace and calm at one of the most important times: bedtime. Don't let anxiety keep you awake one more night - tune in to this episode! To learn more go to: http://www.theanxietycoachespodcast.com Join our Group Coaching Full or Mini Membership Program What is anxi...

Gina reads a letter from a listener who wrote her anxiety itself a letter. The letter describes her experience of the anxiety, the fight-or-flight response, the wise-mind and how these forces interact and influence her life.

In today's episode Gina reads a letter from a listener who wrote her anxiety itself a letter. The letter describes her experience of the anxiety, the fight-or-flight response, the wise-mind and how these forces interact and influence her life. Listen in as Gina considers the wisdom contained in the letter as well as suggestions for other listeners to write their own letters to their anxiety. Content from today's show: Hi, Gina, I discovered your podcast online and have been delving into the ma...