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The Anxiety Coaches Podcast

The Anxiety Coaches Podcast

By: Gina Ryan
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The Anxiety Coaches Podcast brings you a relaxing and inspiring show sharing lifestyle changes to calm your nervous system and help you heal Anxiety, Panic, Stress, and PTSD for life!

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  • 1230: How To Calm Your Nervous System In Social Situations Using The Claire Weekes Method

    1230: How To Calm Your Nervous System In Social Situations Using The Claire Weekes Method
    Mar 22 2026
    In today's episode, Gina responds to a listener question about intense social anxiety, in this case, especially around men. The anxiety loop is referenced and the Claire Weekes method for managing and overcoming this anxiety process is discussed. The face, accept, float and let time pass are covered in some detail, as are using gradual exposure and self-compassion. This episode is full of helpful tips and hints to start to get you over your anxiety today!Stillpoint Fridays is my once-a-week Friday note — a slower, more personal reflection that’s different from what I share on the podcast. If you’d like a quiet place to land as the week winds down, you can join here: http://eepurl.com/bR2F9P or on our website anxietycoachespodcast.com and sign up for the newsletter. Please visit our Sponsor Page to find all the links and codes for our awesome sponsors! https://www.theanxietycoachespodcast.com/sponsors/ Website https://www.theanxietycoachespodcast.comJoin our community Group Coaching Join our Group Coaching Full or Mini Membership Program1:1 Coaching Learn more about our One-on-One CoachingIf you prefer to listen AD-FREE, try our Supercast premium access membership: Learn more about anxiety What is anxiety? Free Guided Meditation for Calming Your Anxious Mind 10-Minute Body-Scan Meditation for AnxietyQuote:Do not try to ‘control’ your anxiety. Accept it fully. Float through it. Let time pass.- Dr. Claire WeekesChapters0:26 Welcome to the Anxiety Coaches Podcast1:54 Understanding Social Anxiety Triggers8:20 Applying Dr. Weeks' Approach12:36 The Healing Process of Letting Time Pass14:31 Working with Anxiety Thoughts16:16 Steps for Gentle Exposure21:06 Strategies for Grounding in Moments of Anxiety22:23 Closing Thoughts and FarewellSummaryIn this episode, I explore the profound teachings of Dr. Claire Weekes, particularly her approach to managing anxiety through acceptance and mindfulness. Emphasizing the importance of not trying to control anxiety, I invite listeners to fully accept their feelings and “float through” the discomfort that arises. By allowing time to pass without resistance, we can gradually find our way back to a state of calm.I address a listener's question regarding intense social anxiety, specifically around interactions with men. This situation serves as a perfect example to illustrate how anxiety forms and operates in a familiar cycle of fear and avoidance. The listener described experiencing physical symptoms such as shortness of breath and panic at the sight of men, especially those she perceives as attractive. I reassure her and others in similar situations that these reactions stem from the nervous system's protective instincts, which are often rooted in past experiences rather than present threats.Understanding the anxiety loop is crucial in breaking free from these patterns. I explain how our bodies react to perceived threats, triggering a response that feeds into a feedback loop of fear where the mind interprets these physiological sensations negatively, leading to further anxiety. The key takeaway is that our reactions are habitual rather than indicative of real danger. We can learn to recognize this cycle and begin to reshape our responses over time.#AnxietyCoachesPodcast, #GinaRyan, #DrClaireWeeks, #AnxietyRecovery, #SocialAnxiety, #PanicAttacks, #Mindfulness, #MentalHealth, #Acceptance, #NervousSystem, #Grounding, #HealingJourney, #OvercomingFear, #SelfCare, #Floating, #AnxietyTips, #MentalWellness, #StressRelief, #ExposureTherapy, #InnerPeace, #Calm, #AnxietySupport, #Breathe, #MindsetShift, #Neuroplasticity, #Healing, #SelfCompassion, #WellnessPodcast, #AnxietyHelp, #PeaceOfMindSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
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    24 mins
  • 1229: Why Do I Feel Anxiety More Than Other People? Personality Might Explain It

    1229: Why Do I Feel Anxiety More Than Other People? Personality Might Explain It
    Mar 18 2026
    In today's episode, Gina discusses the big five personality traits and how they can configure in ways that lead people to a higher likelihood of experiencing anxiety. Everyone has some degree of personality trait in each of the five categories. You can use this knowledge to better understand your own tendencies towards anxiety and potentially how to better accept particular biases you may have to make any anxiety tendencies less problematic for you. Listen in and come to better understand yourself and the big five personality traits!Stillpoint Fridays is my once-a-week Friday note — a slower, more personal reflection that’s different from what I share on the podcast. If you’d like a quiet place to land as the week winds down, you can join here: http://eepurl.com/bR2F9P or on our website anxietycoachespodcast.com and sign up for the newsletter. Please visit our Sponsor Page to find all the links and codes for our awesome sponsors! https://www.theanxietycoachespodcast.com/sponsors/ Website https://www.theanxietycoachespodcast.comJoin our community Group Coaching Join our Group Coaching Full or Mini Membership Program1:1 Coaching Learn more about our One-on-One CoachingIf you prefer to listen AD-FREE, try our Supercast premium access membership: Learn more about anxiety What is anxiety? Free Guided Meditation for Calming Your Anxious Mind 10-Minute Body-Scan Meditation for AnxietyQuote:The privilege of a lifetime is to become who you truly are.-Carl JungChapters0:26 Introduction to the Podcast2:46 The Feeling Great App5:31 Challenges with Mental Health Professionals7:17 Exploring Funding Options11:02 The Role of AI in Therapy15:14 The State of Psychiatry Today18:19 The Power of Thought Change20:16 Spiritual Enlightenment Through Recovery21:04 Conclusion and Next StepsChapters0:26 Introduction to Personality Traits2:25 Exploring Neuroticism8:05 Understanding Conscientiousness9:28 The Caring Heart of Agreeableness10:51 Energy and Stimulation of Extroversion12:34 The Deep and Curious Mind of Openness13:55 The Influence of Personality on Stress16:17 Reflection and Understanding17:28 Closing Thoughts and GuidanceSummaryIn this episode of the Anxiety Coaches Podcast, I delve into the intricate relationship between personality traits and anxiety, drawing on the psychological framework known as the Big Five Personality Traits, often summarized by the acronym OCEAN: Openness, Conscientiousness, Extroversion, Agreeableness, and Neuroticism. Many individuals grappling with anxiety often question the intensity of their feelings, the depth of their thoughts, and their heightened awareness of minor shifts in situations. Today, I aim to provide a comforting perspective: anxiety can arise from the natural interplay between one’s personality traits and external stressors, rather than being seen as a personal shortcoming.We begin our exploration with Neuroticism, a trait characterized by emotional sensitivity, which correlates strongly with anxiety. Those high in this trait are quick to recognize potential threats and often feel emotions more deeply. While this heightened sensitivity can lead to increased worry and rumination, it also brings valuable strengths such as empathy and intuition. My key message for anxious listeners is that learning to soothe a sensitive nervous system is more beneficial than attempting to completely change one’s innate responses. Understanding this aspect of ourselves can foster a sense of empowerment rather than defeat.Moving into Conscientiousness, we examine the traits of being organized, responsible, and goal-oriented. While these qualities can provide structure and stability, they may also lead to perfectionism and an internalized pressure to perform flawlessly. I encourage those who resonate with this trait to cultivate self-compassion, recognizing that it’s okay to make mistakes and that human fallibility is part of the journey.#AnxietyCoachesPodcast #BigFive #OCEANModel #MentalHealthAwareness #NervousSystem #PersonalityTraits #GinaRyan #AnxietyRelief #SelfCompassion #Neuroticism #Conscientiousness #IntrovertProblems #HighlySensitivePerson #PsychologyTips #Mindfulness #EmotionalWellbeing #StressManagement #HolisticHealth #InnerPeace #SelfUnderstanding #EmotionalSensitivity #MentalHealthMatters #OvercomingAnxiety #PersonalityPsychology #HSP #Empathy #SelfGrowth #NervousSystemRegulation #CarlJung #EmotionalIntelligence #MindBodyConnection #CalmYourMind #InnerHarmony #PersonalDevelopment #Overthinking #AnxietySupport #ACPSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
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    19 mins
  • 1228: Light, Your Nervous System, And Anxiety

    1228: Light, Your Nervous System, And Anxiety
    Mar 15 2026
    In today's episode, Gina discusses the importance of natural sunlight during the daytime for providing mental stability and enhancing overall wellness and health. Details are provided how both natural and artificial light affect our emotions, our circadian rhythm and our sleep patterns. Suggestions are made on how to incorporate more light into your life and what kinds fo light are best for health.Stillpoint Fridays is my once-a-week Friday note — a slower, more personal reflection that’s different from what I share on the podcast. If you’d like a quiet place to land as the week winds down, you can join here: http://eepurl.com/bR2F9P or on our website anxietycoachespodcast.com and sign up for the newsletter. Please visit our Sponsor Page to find all the links and codes for our awesome sponsors! https://www.theanxietycoachespodcast.com/sponsors/Websitehttps://www.theanxietycoachespodcast.comJoin our community Group Coaching Join our Group Coaching Full or Mini Membership Program1:1 CoachingLearn more about our One-on-One CoachingIf you prefer to listen AD-FREE, try our Supercast premium access membership:Learn more about anxiety What is anxiety?Free Guided Meditation for Calming Your Anxious Mind 10-Minute Body-Scan Meditation for AnxietyQuote:There is a morning inside you waiting to burst open into light. -RumiSummaryIn this episode of the Anxiety Coaches Podcast, I delve into the often-overlooked topic of light and its profound impact on our nervous system. With spring approaching and the recent time change, many people are starting to notice the light in their everyday lives, not just as a functional necessity but as a critical player in our mental and physical well-being. I take this opportunity to explore how various forms of light—including natural sunlight, LED, incandescent bulbs, and the glow from our screens—play a significant role in our emotional states, sleep patterns, and overall nervous system regulation.I introduce the concept of the circadian rhythm, our body’s natural clock, which is heavily influenced by light. This internal timing system is essential for regulating our sleep-wake cycles, hormone production, body temperature, and digestion—ultimately affecting how our nervous system responds to stress. Morning light serves as the most vital signal for this clock, signaling our bodies to wake up and become alert. It triggers a cascade of physiological processes: melatonin production decreases, cortisol levels rise appropriately, and we begin to feel more energized and ready to confront the day.I emphasize the importance of receiving natural daylight in the morning and how even brief exposure—regardless of whether it’s sunny or overcast—can greatly benefit our mental and physical health. By anchoring our circadian rhythm with morning light, we can enhance our overall mood and regulate our nervous system more effectively. I provide practical suggestions for integrating simple habits into our daily routines, such as stepping outside for a short walk, enjoying coffee on the porch, or simply allowing sunlight to filter into our homes.#AnxietyCoachesPodcast #GinaRyan #AnxietyRecovery #NervousSystemRegulation #CircadianRhythm #MorningSunlight #SleepHygiene #WiredAndTired #MentalHealthMatters #OvercomingAnxiety #PanicAttackRecovery #HolisticHealing #Mindfulness #SelfCareDaily #InnerPeace #StressManagement #CuesOfSafety #TrueRecovery #EmotionalWellbeing #BiohackingHealth #LightTherapy #MelatoninRhythm #CortisolAwakeningResponse #NaturalPeace #HealthyHabits #WellnessJourney #SpringEquinox #SafeToSettle #NervousSystemHealing #MindBodyBalanceSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
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    18 mins
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