211: Anxiety Hacks: Helpful or Bullsh*t? A Q&A on Anxiety Advice
Do you ever get overwhelmed by the absurd amount of anxiety advice floating around? All the tips, the hacks, the must-do routines? How do you tell the difference between what's actually helpful and what's just total BS?In this Q&A episode, I sit down with Mari (my podcast editor) to go through your questions about popular anxiety and panic advice. We dive into common suggestions, cutting through the noise and toxic positivity to give you honest, no-fluff answers on what truly helps and what might actually be keeping you stuck.It’s all about finding what genuinely supports you and avoiding the quick fixes that lead to overwhelm and dependence!CHECK OUT MY OVERCOMING PANIC ATTACKS MINI-COURSE: https://www.ahealthypush.com/symptomsTAKE MY FREE QUIZ AND FIND OUT WHAT'S CAUSING YOU TO STAY STUCK: https://www.ahealthypush.com/blocking-quizA HEALTHY PUSH INSTAGRAM: https://www.instagram.com/ahealthypush/GET THIS EPISODE'S SHOW NOTES: https://www.ahealthypush.com/post/anxiety-hacks-helpful
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210: "Am I Dying?" Panic Attack Symptoms Explained
Do you ever get a sudden rush of intense physical sensations and immediately think, "What's wrong with me?" or "Am I dying?"In this episode, I dive into the specifics of panic attacks and panic disorder, explaining that understanding what’s happening in your body is one of the most powerful steps toward healing. It’s not about "fixing" yourself with tools and hacks, but about "less doing, more understanding and acceptance."In This Episode, I dive into:What a Panic Attack Actually IsMy First Panic AttackPanic Attack vs. Panic DisorderThe Cycle of Fear & AvoidanceThe Panic LoopWhat I Wished I Knew Back When I Was StrugglingCHECK OUT MY OVERCOMING PANIC ATTACKS MINI-COURSE: https://www.ahealthypush.com/symptomsTAKE MY FREE QUIZ AND FIND OUT WHAT'S CAUSING YOU TO STAY STUCK: https://www.ahealthypush.com/blocking-quizA HEALTHY PUSH INSTAGRAM: https://www.instagram.com/ahealthypush/GET THIS EPISODE'S SHOW NOTES: https://www.ahealthypush.com/post/am-i-dying
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209: A Teaching from the AHP Community: How to Stop Scanning for Threats and Start Feeling Safe Again
Ever feel stuck in a loop of hypervigilance, constantly on edge and scanning for threats?If so, this episode gives you an exclusive "sneak peek" into the exact kind of coaching that happens every week inside my Healthy Push Coaching & Community!I'm sharing one of my full weekly live teachings on how to break this exhausting cycle and finally start to feel safe again. You’ll learn practical tools for experiencing a quieter mind, and get a real taste of my teaching style.This is just a sample of the support my community members get every single Monday, in addition to:A full library of all my past teachingsAll of my mini-courses - for freeA safe, accountability-driven space to healIf this teaching resonates with you, I'd love for you to come join us!CHECK OUT MY AHP COACHING & COMMUNITY: https://www.ahealthypush.com/communityTAKE MY FREE QUIZ AND FIND OUT WHAT'S CAUSING YOU TO STAY STUCK: https://www.ahealthypush.com/blocking-quizA HEALTHY PUSH INSTAGRAM: https://www.instagram.com/ahealthypush/GET THIS EPISODE'S SHOW NOTES:
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208: Is It Anxiety or Intuition? Navigating Dating with Anxious Attachment
Do you find yourself constantly overthinking in new relationships, fearing abandonment, or needing immediate resolution after every minor conflict? As someone who is formerly (and sometimes still a little bit!) anxiously attached, I know this feeling all too well.That's why I was so excited to sit down with psychotherapist Emma for a deep dive into the challenging (and often painful) intersection of anxiety and dating. We explore where anxious attachment comes from, how it shows up in modern relationships (especially with avoidant partners), and the practical steps you can take to heal and build self-trust.CHECK OUT MY MASTERCLASSES HERE AND START EXPERIENCING LOTS MORE PEACE, JOY, & FREEDOM: https://www.ahealthypush.com/anxiety-classesTAKE MY FREE QUIZ AND FIND OUT WHAT'S CAUSING YOU TO STAY STUCK: https://www.ahealthypush.com/blocking-quizA HEALTHY PUSH INSTAGRAM: https://www.instagram.com/ahealthypush/GET THIS EPISODE'S SHOW NOTES: Connect with Emma: @perfectly_emmperfect
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207: A Pro Athlete on Anxiety, Panic, and a Life-Changing Mental Health Break
Have you ever felt the immense pressure to keep pushing forward, even when your mind and body are screaming for a break? What happens when the thing that once brought you joy becomes a source of overwhelming stress and anxiety?In this incredibly vulnerable and inspiring episode, I sit down with professional soccer player Bethany Balcer to discuss her recent decision to take a mental health break from the sport she loves. Bethany shares the raw details of reaching a breaking point, where the fear of letting her team and family down was overshadowed by the critical need to choose herself.From experiencing her first panic attack during a game to learning how to manage anxiety on the field, Bethany offers a powerful perspective on separating identity from performance. She provides practical insights into the tools that have helped her heal, including the power of neutralizing anxious thoughts, the daily practice of gratitude, and why vulnerability is one of the greatest connectors we have. This conversation is a must-listen for anyone navigating performance pressure, burnout, or the journey of rediscovering themselves outside of their achievements.CHECK OUT MY MASTERCLASSES HERE AND START EXPERIENCING LOTS MORE PEACE, JOY, & FREEDOM: https://www.ahealthypush.com/anxiety-classesTAKE MY FREE QUIZ AND FIND OUT WHAT'S CAUSING YOU TO STAY STUCK: https://www.ahealthypush.com/blocking-quizA HEALTHY PUSH INSTAGRAM: https://www.instagram.com/ahealthypush/GET THIS EPISODE'S SHOW NOTES: https://www.ahealthypush.com/post/the-unseen-game-a-pro-athlete-on-anxiety-burnout-and-a-life-changing-mental-health-break
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Each week, host Shannon Ireland shares the tips, tools, truths, and actions that helped her to overcome her 15-year journey with anxiety, panic disorder, and agoraphobia and start living the adventurous life that she lives today! Along with sharing her knowledge and inspiration, she interviews top mental health experts and former sufferers turned educators, to prove to you that recovery is possible and that you’re absolutely not alone (or crazy)!
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