Season 1, Ep. 3 - Anxiety and depression and how to make life just a little easier
This is the topic that so many people have been asking me for. In this episode, I talk about my experience with anxiety and a panic disorder, and I also cover some of the most helpful tools that I have for managing anxiety and depression.
Here are some of the links:
I love thinking about the brain in terms of these two ladies - Amy and Cora. And of course, the brain is much more complex that this - and I’m no neuroscientist, but this is a more helpful, and more cute way to think about it. For more on the talented artist that created Amy and Cora for me, check out Serena Love
Insight Timer - download this free app and search for my name for guided meditations or listen online.
My workshops on anxiety management
Doctor’s letter for starting the conversation about anxiety/depression
Sun Salutation A - description of a simple practice you can do anytime.
On set of Night Court - just after my very first panic attack. I’m hiding it well. The bunny ears help.
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The theme song is called “Beautiful” from the band Red Bird. Check them out live in Portland, Oregon, or online at RedBirdBand.com
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