The Anxiety Podcast

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TAP 227 - Elle Russ - The Paleo Thyroid Solution & Anxiety May 23, 2017

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Summary:

In this episode, I talk to Elle Russ about how anxiety can be caused by hyperthyroidism. Elle Russ is a writer, health & life coach, and the main host of the top-rated Primal Blueprint Podcast. She is becoming the leading voice of thyroid health in the burgeoning Paleo, Primal, Ancestral Health Movements. We get into a variety of topics from working with your doctor, nutrition and changing your approach to life in order to heal.

Find out more here: http://www.elleruss.com

Get her book here: http://www.elleruss.com/books/

In this episode you will learn:

Who is Elle Russ? (2:40)
How hyperthyroidism can cause anxiety (4:00)
Make sure your doctor is knowledgeable on thyroid tests (5:30)
You need to own your own health
Diet and exercise is related to anxiety (9:33)
Adrenal and glucose management (10:10)
Depression and hyperthyroidism (11:29)
The difficulties of eating right when traveling (13:45)
Sugar addiction (17:15)
Participate in your own health (19:20)
When will people change? (24:20)
How Elle was able to work through her fear of flying (30:29)
Cut ties with toxic relationships (33:40)
Stop watching things that depress you (36:23)
What are you consuming? (41:51)
It takes practice to get rid of your negative thoughts (45:00)
What are hyperthyroidism and hypothyroidism? (49:20)
What are some symptoms?
Do not let doctors patronize you

Quotes:

"An overactive thyroid can also cause anxiety."

"It's about how quickly do you want to get better."

"You cannot expect a doctor to fix you… you need to participate, you need to bio hack, you need to step up, you have to learn." (19:33)

"At what point at are you going to make this happen for you?" (22:14)

"Anxiety is not a normal state of being for humans." (25:11)

"When you're healing, you need to stay away from the negative." (33:50)

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TAP 226 - Perspective & Gratitude May 22, 2017

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Summary:

In this episode I talk about a friend of mine that died when he was 17. I discuss how I use his memory to give me both perspective and gratitude in my life. I talk about how it can be hard to connect with people you don't know or can't relate to when looking to feel grateful, and how you can do it for yourself.

In this episode you will learn:

Being grateful (2:21)
It's hard to learn vicariously, we need to learn ourselves (3:10)
How the death of my friend gave me perspective (5:00)
It's a privilege to overcome difficulties (7:18)
Be grateful to struggle and to be able to feel (9:00)

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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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TAP 225 - Reconnecting With Old Friends May 19, 2017

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Summary:

In this episode I talk about reconnecting with old friends. How sometimes we let relationships that are actually good for us drift apart. I talk about how sometimes we need to bite the bullet and have the hard conversation or reach out to re-establish the relationship.

In this episode you will learn:

Which people in your life have you drifted from? (2:00)
People cut out friends who tell harsh truths (3:28)
Desperate to reconcile and brave enough to approach them (4:28)
Who do you actually like to spend time with? (6:07)
Have those difficult conversations (6:45)
Maintain and foster your close relationships (9:20)
Reach out to old friends via phone or coffee (10:10)

Link to TAP 220 - http://www.timjpcollins.com/podcast/choose-great-friends

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

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

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TAP 224 - Workplace Wellness May 18, 2017

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Summary:

In this episode I share a recent Workplace Wellness Retreat that I ran. I get into the details of the experience and many of the key takeaways, including taking space, putting yourself first, deepening relationships with coworkers and how you measure the ROI on investing in employees.

In this episode you will learn:

What is the Workplace Wellness Retreat? (5:10)
The importance of morning routines 6:35
The impact of journaling (7:41)
Do we really know our colleagues? (8:15)
Putting everyone else first (9:27)
Most people woke up looking at their phone (10:27)
Where do you start changing your life? (12:40)
What is the ROI on investing in your employees (14:00)
We did a live meditation and switched off (14:38)
What does the Workplace Wellness Retreat say about a company? (15:55)

Links:

Become an Anxiety Podcast supporter: https://patreon.com/anxietypodcast

Subscribe to my Youtube Channel: https://youtube.com/timjpcollins?sub_confirmation=1

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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TAP 223 - Tim Get's Interviewed On The Dr Jay Davidson Show May 16, 2017

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Summary:

I had the pleasure of being on Dr. Jay Davidson's podcast. Dr. Davidson is a doctor, a coach, and a podcast host who specializes in Lyme disease. We chat about my experience with anxiety, how I became more aligned and tips to start changing your life today. This episode is a great overview of everything I talk about on the podcast.

http://drjaydavidson.com/

Here is the link to the video interview: http://drjaydavidson.com/podcast/anxiety-expert-jp-collins/

Listen to Jay's interview on TAP: http://www.timjpcollins.com/podcast/lyme-disease-anxiety

In this episode you will learn:

Why and how I became the anxiety expert
How my life wasn't aligned or sustainable
Causes of JP's anxiety
My panic attack that changed everything
How I masked the symptoms
Addressing the causes and making a transformation
I changed my diet
What anxiety attaches itself to vs where the anxiety comes from
Embracing and feeling anxiety
Importance of loving yourself
Turning anxious energy to performance energy
How sensitivity fosters deeper relationships
The three C's of dealing with panic attacks
Daily tips and tools

Links:

http://www.theanxietypodcast.com

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Subscribe to my Youtube Channel: https://youtube.com/timjpcollins?sub_confirmation=1

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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TAP 222 - How Saying "I Love You" Reduces Anxiety May 15, 2017

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Summary:

In this episode I talk about how saying these words to ourselves on a daily basis can alter the way we feel. I talk about how to practice, what to think about and what you can expect as a result of doing it. I LOVE YOU.

In this episode you will learn:

We can't love others if we don't love ourselves (1:20)
I love myself with anxiety (1:36)
Tell yourself you love yourself 3 times every morning (2:35)
Think about a young, nervous you when you're saying I Love You (4:00)
You deserve as much love as you give to others (4:50)
Do we equally pick out the good things to the bad things? (5:40)
Tell yourself you love yourself on the days you feel the worst (7:18)

Links:

Become an Anxiety Podcast supporter: https://patreon.com/anxietypodcast

Subscribe to my Youtube Channel: https://youtube.com/timjpcollins?sub_confirmation=1

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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TAP 221 - Going Through The Motions May 12, 2017

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Summary:

In this episode, I talk about how I've had a tough week. Been in a bit of a funk, a fog if you like. I just wanted to share my truth and let you know that it's part of the process. I've continued to go through the motions in terms of getting exercise and taking care of myself.

In this episode you will learn:

Why I've had a tough week (1:40)
We need to be on top of our self-care (2:30)
Start by showing up (3:43)
There are many ways we can take care of ourselves (5:30)

Links:

Become an Anxiety Podcast supporter: https://patreon.com/anxietypodcast

Subscribe to my Youtube Channel: https://youtube.com/timjpcollins?sub_confirmation=1

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

Please click here to leave a review -http://getpodcast.reviews/id/1031117023

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TAP 220 - How To Choose Great Friends May 11, 2017

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Summary:

In this episode, I talk about how you can choose amazing friends. Instead of having friends by circumstance or location, actually picking them out. To be inspired and stretched and held accountable. To be lifted up and supported and loved.

In this episode you will learn:

You are the 5 people you spend the most time with (2:00)
Choosing your friends are so important (3:12)
Choose your friends based on who you want to be (4:51)
Sports are a great way to meet people (7:40)
You can find friends based on physical location (9:00)
Find friends who are there for you in a compassionate way (10:21)
Do your friends inspire you? (11:10)
Embracing boredom (13:18)
Find friends who will respectfully hold you accountable (14:22)
Connect with your online friends (16:00)
Prioritize getting good friends (17:13)

Links:

Become an Anxiety Podcast supporter: https://patreon.com/anxietypodcast

Subscribe to my Youtube Channel: https://youtube.com/timjpcollins?sub_confirmation=1

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

Please click here to leave a review -http://getpodcast.reviews/id/1031117023

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TAP 219 - How To Choose Your Own Path To Recovery May 10, 2017

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Summary:

In this episode I expand on what Stephanie Dalfonzo mentioned in terms of there not being one way to recover from anxiety. Pick and mix what works for you, experiment, and be open to different approaches.

In this episode you will learn:

There is not just one solution (1:32)
How can you change your diet? (1:57)
How can you include exercise into your daily life? (2:41)
Be open and flexible to different techniques (3:15)
Be open to failure (5:20)
Do stuff that feels good (6:00)
Your point of view may change (7:30)

Quotes:

Sometimes when our plates are full, we can't receive. (8:15)

Links:

Become an Anxiety Podcast supporter: https://patreon.com/anxietypodcast

Subscribe to my Youtube Channel: https://youtube.com/timjpcollins?sub_confirmation=1

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

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/

TAP 218 - Stephanie Dalfonzo - There Is No One-Size-Fits-All Solution For Anxiety May 09, 2017

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Summary:

This week I chat with Stephanie Dalfonzo. Her first career was as "Stevie Knox," one of South Florida's most popular radio DJs but over 20 years later, Stephanie is now a Speaker, Spiritual Healer and Coach, Yoga Teacher and Certified Hypnotist (among other things). We discuss how to move from anxiety, fear, stress and despair to freedom, peace of mind and joy in their lives while sharing inspirational empowerment with simple action steps.

https://stephaniedalfonzo.com/

In this episode you will learn: