The Anxiety Podcast

Latest Episodes:

TAP 237 - People Are Doing The Best They Can Jun 22, 2017

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Summary:

In this episode I talk about how people are doing the best they can. How we should go into interactions realizing we don't ever know the full story, and therefore shouldn't assume. I also go into how we can apply this thought process to friends, family, co-workers and even ourselves.

In this episode you will learn:

We often set expectations too high
How we can be compassionate and not judge
I discuss how road rage is often a good example of this
Doing this can take the pressure off
Even with family and friends we don't know what's REALLY going on
Tim talks about how just because we can't see it doesn't mean people aren't struggling
Fear & Anger are often forms of self preservation
We are often striving for perfection which isn't possible

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TAP 236 - Adam Smith On The 5 Steps To Fight Your Biggest Fears Jun 20, 2017

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Summary:

This week I chat with Adam Smith about how he started a blog, went on to write a book "The Bravest You". We cover many of the major points in the book including 5 Steps to fight your biggest fears.

His popular blog, asmithblog.com, offers insights on leadership, bravery, and life purpose, among other topics. Named one of the most influential people of 2014 by American Genius, Smith has written for Entrepreneur and Success Magazine, among other publications, and has been featured in Newsday and other media. He lives in Illinois with his family.

Adam's book: https://www.amazon.com/Bravest-You-Biggest-Passion-Extraordinary/dp/0143129899

In this episode you will learn:

How Adam started a blog which eventually turned into a blog
The difference between documenting and creating
How & why Adam quit social media
How our self worth can be tied to likes on facebook
Knowing you're accountable helps you produce better work
What "deep work" means
How Adams anxiety showed up when he took on too much
Adams talks about gratitude

Quotes:

"What would we do when no one else is looking"

"Knowing the purpose of what you do is extremely important"

"What would you gladly do for free?"

"Does our schedule reflect that family is #1"

"The root meaning of passion is to endure"

"Complacency is being happy while doing nothing, contentment is being happy while doing something"

Links:

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In the USA text "LEANIN" to 44222

TAP 235 - The Spiritual Squat Jun 14, 2017

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Summary:

In this episode I talk about something LK Elliott discussed in our recent interview EP 234. We talk about the "spiritual squat" and what it means to do difficult things in our lives in order to grow.

In this episode you will learn:

How often we need to do the thing we don't like doing (squats)
How we grow more from squats, than any other exercise
Much of the time we're actually doing the spiritual pec dec
Uncomfortable in the short term. means growth in the long term
Are you doing your "spiritual squats" properly, are you going deep enough

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TAP 234 - LK Elliott - Confessions Of An Ex Hot Mess Jun 13, 2017

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Summary:

This week I chat with LK Elliot, we get into lifestyle and how we can change our lives through changing out approach. We get into healthy habits, self love, faith and lots more.

L.K. Elliott is the author of the innovative self-help book Confessions of an Ex Hot Mess. She's also a spiritual/fitness columnist, an optimist and a hot mess activist. She is passionate about sharing her message of personal growth and triumph over negativity, anxiety, and depression in hopes it will help others conquer their own battles.

LK's book: https://www.amazon.com/Confessions-Hot-Mess-L-K-Elliott/dp/1460258266/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1497306912&sr=8-1&keywords=confessions+of+an+ex+hot+mess

LK's Website: http://www.lkelliott.com/

In this episode you will learn:

How LK buried her anxiety for many years until it re appeared when she left home
Why we should embrace body, mind & spirit
Why we should put ourselves first
Why we should forgive people and how we can do that
What is a "spiritual squat"
Make a list of positive things you can do when you're in a funk

Quotes:

"Believing that I can change, empowers me to know that I can."

"Life is the greatest opportunity for us to learn."

TAP 233 - Tim Get's Interviewed On The Hal Elrod Show Jun 08, 2017

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Summary:

In this episode I get interviewed by Hal Elrod on his podcast "Achieve Your Goals". We talk about morning routines, food, meditation and lots lots more.

Links:

Hals book "The Miracle Morning"

For full show notes go to: http://halelrod.com/moving-past-anxiety-and-fear-with-tim-jp-collins/

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TAP 232 - Leeroy Stagger On Using Adversity To Create Music Jun 06, 2017

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Summary:

This week we chat with singer/songwriter, Leeroy Stagger about his latest album, Love Versus. We get into talking about everything from Buddhism, to alcoholism, to self-love.

"Born in Victoria, British Columbia and raised on a little island on the very west coast of Canada, Stagger spent most of his youth with his grandparents who exposed him to the world of country music. Having collaborated with one of his icons, Danny Michel, Stagger found commercial success in the song, "Just in Case", which was featured twice on the television hit, Grey's Anatomy. The life of being on the road and touring at a fast pace did not wear easily on Stagger, who at age 26, realized he had an alcohol problem that was affecting his ability to perform with the commitment and heart his songs demanded. Clean and sober since, Stagger has a strong desire to inspire young musicians that they do not have to succumb to the pitfalls of substance abuse, which can be prevalent in a musician's touring lifestyle."

Check out his album here: https://www.leeroystagger.com/

In this episode you will learn:

Leeroy's formative years for his music
Started drinking in his early teens
How Leeroy faced his past
The music industry drinking culture
It took a long time for Leeroy to fully get comfortable on stage
When did Leeroy start playing music?
How Leeroy's music has opened up a conversation about mental health and anxiety
How Leeroy learned to embrace his depression and anxiety
How Leeroy learned to push his limits
Why Leeroy decided to care less and enjoy more
Dropping Leeroy's barrier was the best thing for his music
Leeroy's anxieties around parenthood
The inspiration behind "I Want It All" and how it's a song about gratitude
The inspiration behind "Love Versus" and how it's about dealing with the negative voices
Pay attention to see what works for you
What are some daily self-love practices?

Quotes:

"People appreciate vulnerability. And especially in this day and age, they appreciate truth."

"Instead of attaching the stories to myself, I wanted other people to relate to them."

"I didn't have the energy to live the way I was living"

"I realized I didn't want to live my life with this fear or being afraid to actually live"

"Because I felt lighter, my music felt lighter."

"Our stories are unique to ourselves but at the end of the day, we are in this together"

"Sometimes we just need to get through today"

Links:

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In the USA text "LEANIN" to 44222

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TAP 231 - How To Stop Worrying Jun 01, 2017

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Summary:

In this episode I talk about how 85% of the things we worry about never happen. I talk about examples of this in my own life and share some practical tools and examples of how to stop worrying.

In this episode you will learn:

"My life has been filled with terrible misfortune. Most of which never happened" - Michel de Montaigne (2:55)
We can handle the other 15% (4:00)
97% of what you worry about is irrelevant (5:00)
Don't get caught up in certain situation (5:40)
We are inherently biased to negativity and scary things (7:00)
"If you can't fix it, don't worry about it. If you can fix it, don't worry about it" (8:35)
Things that seem huge in the moment, will seem irrelevant in the future (11:21)
Ponder how many times you've gotten through it (12:00)
Let go of the worry and be present (13:05)
"If you want to test your memory, try to recall what you were worrying about one year ago today." - E. Joseph Cossman

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Retreats page: https://timjpcollins.leadpages.co/retreat/

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In the USA text "LEANIN" to 44222

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TAP 230 - Tim Get's Interviewed on Vancouver Real May 31, 2017

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Summary:

In this episode I get interviewed by my friends Andy & Mike Zaremba on the Vancouver Real podcast. We get into lots of subjects around anxiety, my story and their personal experiences.

Here is the episode on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=puiSs-4eINE&t=1522s

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

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TAP 229 - Dr Michael Bradley - Yes, Your Teen is Crazy!: Loving Your Kid Without Losing Your Mind May 30, 2017

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Summary:

This week we chat with Dr. Michael Bradley about the struggles and anxieties teens face today and how to deal with them as parents Dr. Bradley grew up in Philadelphia where, as he says, he barely survived his own adolescence. In the forty years since, Dr. Bradley has worked with all kinds of teens in all kinds of places to include schools, prisons, and community programs. In addition to being a licensed clinical psychologist, Dr. Bradley holds a specialized certification in the treatment of substance abuse disorders, and is a Diplomate and Fellow of the American Board of Forensic Examiners.

http://www.doctormikebradley.com/

His publications include:

Yes, Your Teen IS Crazy: Loving Your Kid Without Losing Your Mind (Harbor Press, 2003)
Yes, Your Parents ARE Crazy! A Teen Survival Guide (Harbor Press, 2005)
The Heart and Soul of the Next Generation (Harbor Press, 2006)
When Things Get Crazy with Your Teen: The Why, the How, the What to do NOW (McGraw Hill, 2009)
Saving Today's Teens with Love, Laughter and the Science of Resilience (Amacom, 2017)

In this episode you will learn:

How Michael Bradley started his career
How Michael's military experience helped him in his career
The challenges of being a teenager vs being a kid
How are teens struggling today?
The increased use of drugs and alcohol and teens
Is marijuana a gateway drug for teens?
There are huge differences between the adult brain and the teen brain
How did Michael raise his teenage boys?
As a parent, do you lie to your kids about you drinking in your early teens?
Use the Rollercoaster Method when talking about alcohol with your kids
How sex is putting stress on teens
Talking to your teenagers about sex
How asking questions is very powerful
Always avoid a screaming match with your teen
How powerful are teen brains?
What do you do when your kids shut you out
Why parents shouldn't give up

Quotes:

"The culture around our kids have changed"

"I say to my kids: It's my expectation that you will not use drugs or alcohol before you're 21"

"Questions are much more powerful than answers"

"My cardinal rule with kids is: never lie"

"Back in the day parents thought it was their mission to control kids. Our mission today should be: teach them to control themselves."

"Ask your kids: tell me what you learned"

"The teen brain experiences everything in more powerful ways than adult brains"

TAP 228 - How To Participate In Your Own Health May 24, 2017

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Summary:

In this episode I talk about the recent bombing in Manchester and how it's important we appreciate what we have and put it to good use. I also elaborate on something that came up with Elle Russ and how it's so important that we participate in our own health.

In this episode you will learn:

I found out about the recent Manchester bombing without watching the news (1:45)
We can't take what we have for granted (4:00)
Who are we to play small? (4:35)
Why should you listen to (5:30)
We have to make a life long commitment to our physical and mental health (7:35)
Be macro patient, be micro impatient (9:40)
The importance of staying on track (10:20)
Be bold (12:00)

Elle Russ episode: http://www.timjpcollins.com/podcast/elleruss

Kute Blackson episode: http://www.timjpcollins.com/podcast/you-are-the-one

Links:

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Retreats page: https://timjpcollins.leadpages.co/retreat/

To get my Toolkit to Overcome Anxiety go to - http://timjpcollins.com/free

In the USA text "LEANIN" to 44222

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