July 28, 2021
In today's episode, drawing from the works of both Sarah Bon Brannock and Dr. Claire Weekes, Gina discusses the importance of staying occupied as we recover from anxiety. Staying involved with pleasurable activities, such a…
July 25, 2021
In today's episode, Gina discusses symptom of inner peace number five: a loss of interest in conflict. A number of tips are provided to help listeners reduce the amount of conflict in their lives. Among other things mindf…
July 21, 2021
In today's episode, Gina discusses articles about mindfulness and walking meditation by Jon Kabat-Zinn. Mindfulness and meditation are incredibly useful approaches for clearing anxiety. Simple application of attention to t…
July 18, 2021
Using a mantra can be a huge calming addition to your life! But cultivating the practice of using a mantra in your meditation or quiet moments you will find it becoming a way to find your center easily and effortlessly...it …
July 14, 2021
In today's episode, Gina answers a listener question about health anxiety. Being cleared by a physician is a useful first step in overcoming health anxiety. Acceptance of the symptoms and sensations can also do wonders. L…
July 11, 2021
In today's episode, Gina covers the important topic of the lizard brain and how to handle it to feel better now. The three stages of the brain are defined and the relationship between the lizard brain and anxiety is discuss…
July 7, 2021
In today's episode, Gina responds to a listener question about whether or not yoga can help with cultivating a meditation practice. Surely, developing a physical yoga posture practice can help make meditation easier as it p…
July 4, 2021
In today's episode, Gina discusses the topic of high functioning anxiety and how many people living with anxiety also live busy, impactful lives. There are both positive and negative features to this form of anxiety. Find …
June 30, 2021
In today's episode, Gina answers a listener question about how much time is appropriate to devote to acceptance and floating during an anxiety storm. Understanding that floating involves going about your day allowing the di…
June 27, 2021
In today's episode, Gina answers a listener question about health anxiety and searching the internet for the answers to health concerns. The phenomenon of cyberchondria is defined and many solutions or best practices are pr…
June 23, 2021
Mindfulness is much bigger than you think. If you have moments or days where you feel your mind is like a snow globe of whirling glitter, have difficulty focusing or have a life that is just too full of "to dos" you are in t…
June 20, 2021
In today's episode, Gina continues her discussion of anxiety and being a highly sensitive person. The list of signs of being a highly sensitive person is completed and a number of tips for how to cope with being a highly se…
June 16, 2021
In today's episode, Gina discusses the inner voice of self judgement and how it can keep the anxiety fires burning. A number of recommendations are made for reducing self judgement, which in turn often reduces anxiety. Bei…
June 13, 2021
In today's episode, Gina offers listeners a number of thoughtful quotes taken from authors of books covering the topic of highly sensitive persons. Additionally, the beginning of a list of 21 signs of being a highly sensiti…
June 9, 2021
In today's episode, Gina answers a listener question addressing topics of drugs, diet, anxiety and the tendency to focus on the negative. This show offers a comprehensive review of many basic topics people with anxiety deal…
June 6, 2021
Gina discusses the many benefits of bathing frequently on mental health, depression and anxiety.
June 2, 2021
Gina discusses the important topic of FOMO, the fear of missing out, especially in the context of COVID and our newly reopening world.
May 30, 2021
Gina answers a listener question regarding work, stress and procrastination.
May 26, 2021
Gina discusses some interesting strategies for keep our nervous system calm, even when facing chronic anxiety.
May 23, 2021
Gina discusses the topic of trying to control others and how this tendency affects our anxiety.
May 19, 2021
Gina describes the difference between stress and distress.
May 16, 2021
Gina guides listeners through five tips to help you explain your anxiety to others.
May 12, 2021
Gina returns to the topic of distress tolerance and the importance of being able to sit with and endure anxious feelings.
May 9, 2021
Gina discusses the highly important factor of self-compassion for enhancing our recovery from anxiety.