PEACE with Anxiety
The PEACE with Anxiety is a podcast about all things anxiety-related. It is about a better way to navigate anxiety, stress, and therapy. It explores everything from what it is, why it affects only some people, how our brains work, tips to calm our nervous system, and why it’s actually a very normal human experience to the various tools and techniques necessary for mastering anxiety. Hosted by Irene Evangelou, an anxiety counsellor and clinical hypnotherapist the podcast encourages women to embrace anxiety rather than fight or avoid it. It is an approach that helps you overcome anxiety and start your journey into freedom from anxiety with a more confident and calm mindset.
Episodes
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Join me in this episode as we dive into practical strategies for resetting and regulating the nervous system to release stress in everyday life. Explore the impact of chronic stress on our bodies and minds, identifying signs and recognizing triggers contributing to daily stress. Learn about the transformative power of the #1 method for nervous system reset. Discover the importance of releasing build-up stress and developing trust with our bodies. Explore healthier coping mechanisms versus unhelpful habits, including deep breathing, mindfulness practices, and physical activity, to manage triggers effectively and build resilience. Practice a breathing exercise for immediate stress relief and learn about our 7-day meditation program with a 21-day mindfulness challenge to kickstart your meditation journey towards lasting peace and well-being.
Listen as I talk about:
Identifying the stress cycle
The #1 Key to Nervous System Reset
Releasing Build-up Stress
Healthy Coping Mechanisms vs. Unhelpful Habits
Weekly relaxation practice
Make sure to bring your paper and pen because this episode is full of actionable strategies!
Thursday Apr 25, 2024
Ep 13: What is going on inside the anxious brain?
Thursday Apr 25, 2024
Thursday Apr 25, 2024
Join me in this episode as we explore the fascinating world of neuroscience and its implications for understanding anxiety. I share with you a personal story of my own struggle with anxiety and how diving into the field of neuroscience transformed my perspective and empowered me to take control of my anxiety. We'll start by exploring the nature of anxiety and its prevalence in today's society, highlighting the negative impact it can have on mental and physical well-being. Then, we'll dive into the inner workings of the brain, discussing key regions such as the amygdala, prefrontal cortex, and hippocampus, and their role in shaping our experience of anxiety. Drawing upon the latest research in neuroscience and psychology, we'll offer practical strategies for managing anxiety effectively. From mindfulness meditation and dialectical-behavioral therapy to lifestyle adjustments and stress management techniques, we'll provide tools and techniques to promote brain health and resilience in the face of anxiety.
Listen as I talk about:
The significance of understanding the neuroscience of anxiety.
My personal journey with anxiety and neuroscience
The key brain regions involved in the anxiety response: the amygdala, prefrontal cortex, and hippocampus.
The role of neuroplasticity in reshaping the brain's response to stress and anxiety.
Evidence-based techniques such as mindfulness practices, dialectical-behavioral therapy, and lifestyle adjustments.
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Thursday Apr 18, 2024
Ep 12: 9 Signs of Abandonment Wounds and how they relate to Anxiety
Thursday Apr 18, 2024
Thursday Apr 18, 2024
In this episode, Irene talks about emotional abandonment and shares with you how to recognise the signs of an abandonment wound. She also dives into the origins of the abandonment wound and finally offers a gentle self-compassion journaling exercise to help you bring you back to this moment.
Listen as I talk about:
What is an abandonment wound or emotional abandonment and how it relate to Anxiety
The 9 signs of an Abandonemnt wound
How it developed and where it started
Self-compassion exercise to help you get in touch with your feelings and ground you in the present moment
Are you loving the podcast? Then don't miss out on any more valuable episodes - hit that subscribe/follow button now! And if you want to spread the love, leave a review on Apple Podcasts. It's a small but mighty way to help others discover this free content and be free of anxiety - thank you so much!
Thursday Apr 04, 2024
Ep 11: 7 Minute Guided Meditation to Explore Your Relationship with Anxiety
Thursday Apr 04, 2024
Thursday Apr 04, 2024
I have a gift for you today: It is a 7-minute meditation that will help you explore your relationship with anxiety.
If you have a tendency to suppress your anxiety, avoid it or fight it head-on, this meditation will help you understand these behaviours. It will offer you an incredible shift in your perspective and it will help you relax, calm your feelings and just let go of any expectations around your anxiety in less than 10 minutes.
If you listen to this meditation every day for the next 30 days, you will experience an incredible transformation in your perspective!
Press play, close your eyes, and listen to my meditation to explore your relationship with anxiety.
Thursday Mar 28, 2024
Ep 10: How to heal your Anxious Inner Child.
Thursday Mar 28, 2024
Thursday Mar 28, 2024
In this episode join Irene as she explores the profound connection between the inner child and anxiety. Join her as she dives into what the inner child is, how it influences our present-day experiences, and why it matters in our journey towards healing from anxiety. Through real-life examples, we uncover the roots of anxiety in childhood experiences and offer insights for navigating inner child work. Plus, don't miss the exciting announcement about a 12-week free-from-anxiety program designed to empower women to heal from anxiety and reclaim their peace of mind.
Listen as I talk about:
The concept of the inner child and its significance in shaping our present-day responses.
How our inner child responds to present-day triggers based on past hurts and insecurities.
Exploring how childhood experiences serve as the foundation for our adult perceptions and reactions.
Examples illustrating how unmet needs and unresolved wounds from childhood can manifest as anxiety in adulthood.
Thursday Mar 21, 2024
Thursday Mar 21, 2024
In this episode, Irene explores the causes, symptoms, and consequences of burnout, delving into its various manifestations through the lens of four distinct types of women: the Over-Achiever, the Over-Doer, the Over-Giver, and the Over-Thinker. Each type embodies different tendencies and behaviours that can lead to burnout. Join her as she uncovers the hidden layers beneath each type, exploring the underlying fears, desires, and vulnerabilities that drive these patterns of behaviour. Along the way, she offers practical strategies and tips tailored to each type, empowering you to take proactive steps towards preventing burnout and fostering a healthier, more balanced lifestyle. Finally, she shares this week's practice, so grab a pen and paper and let's dive into some reflective questions to help you navigate your journey towards a more balanced and fulfilling life.
Listen as I talk about:
Understanding the causes and symptoms of burnout
Exploring the unique characteristics of the Over-Achiever, Over-Doer, Over-Giver, and Over-Thinker
Uncovering the underlying fears and desires driving each type
Practical strategies for preventing burnout tailored to each type
Reflective questions to help you identify your own patterns and tendencies
Are you loving the podcast? Then don't miss out on any more valuable episodes - hit that subscribe/follow button now! And if you want to spread the love, leave a review on Apple Podcasts. It's a small but mighty way to help others discover this free content and be free of anxiety - thank you so much!
Thursday Mar 14, 2024
Ep 8: 5 Mindset Blocks that hold you back from mastering anxiety
Thursday Mar 14, 2024
Thursday Mar 14, 2024
In this episode of the PEACE with Anxiety Podcast, Irene explored the five most common mindset blocks that can hold you back from mastering anxiety. From perfectionism to catastrophizing, all-or-nothing thinking, self-doubt, and avoidance, this episode explores how these barriers impact our lives and fuel our anxiety. Join her as she discusses practical strategies for overcoming these mindset blocks and reclaiming control over your mental well-being. Finally, listen until the end, when she introduces this week's exercise for you to try and start seeing changes in your life.
Listen as I talk about:
Perfectionism: Setting impossibly high standards for ourselves.
Catastrophizing: Magnifying the potential negative outcomes of situations.
All-or-Nothing Thinking: Viewing situations in extreme, polarized terms.
Self-Doubt: Persistent uncertainty or lack of confidence in oneself.
Avoidance: Burying our heads in the sand rather than facing fears head-on
Through a combination of practical exercises, and compassionate guidance, this episode equips you with the tools and insights needed to overcome mindset blocks and cultivate a mindset of peace and empowerment. Join us on this transformative journey towards mastering anxiety and reclaiming control over your life.
Are you loving the podcast? Then don't miss out on any more valuable episodes - hit that subscribe/follow button now! And if you want to spread the love, leave a review on Apple Podcasts. It's a small but mighty way to help others discover this free content and be free of anxiety - thank you so much!
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