263 | 1 Mental Wellness Based Mindset Shift That Helped Me Break Free From Anxiety, Overthinking & Overanalyzing

263 | 1 Mental Wellness Based Mindset Shift That Helped Me Break Free From Anxiety, Overthinking & Overanalyzing

Author: Devoney Kodad, Anxiety Therapist, Self Confidence Coach & Christian Yoga Teacher May 22, 2025 Duration: 13:39

In this powerful episode, I share one mindset shift that radically changed the way I relate to my thoughts—and brought peace instead of intense anxiety and ruminating.

Rooted in mental wellness, faith, and nervous system regulation, this shift helped me realize: my thoughts are not always true, and I don’t have to follow every one of them.

Join me as we explore how this perspective transformed my inner world, helped me break free from overanalyzing, and brought me closer to stillness, trust, and God’s presence.


If you’ve ever felt trapped in your mind, this episode is for you.



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Founded by licensed therapist & certified yoga instructor, Devoney Kodad, Free & Well partners up with 20-something women on their fierce pursuit of wellness, using therapeutic-based coaching to set free anxiety, uproot self doubt & sink safely into a space of healing.




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Recommendations shared in this episode are based on my own personal opinion. No content provided by Free & Well and/or on this show is a substitute for medical or mental health treatment. It is all purely for educational purposes and is not a replacement for medical, legal, or mental health advice. Please call 911 if you are in an emergency, the Access & Crisis Line if you are in a crisis at 888-724-7240 or contact a licensed mental health provider for mental health support. See full disclaimer here.

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Devoney Kodad brings her experience as an anxiety therapist, self-confidence coach, and Christian yoga teacher to every conversation on Free & Well: Overcome Anxiety, Stress & Overwhelm & Grow Your Confidence With Mental Health & Faith Based Practices. This isn't about quick fixes; it's a space where practical psychology meets compassionate faith, offering tangible ways to regulate your nervous system and quiet the noise of self-doubt. You'll find a blend of mental wellness tools backed by therapeutic insight alongside spiritual practices that ground and strengthen. Each episode is designed to meet you where you are, whether you're navigating daily stress, deeper anxiety, or simply seeking a more anchored sense of self-worth. The aim is to leave you with something usable-a perspective shift, a breathing technique, a moment of reflection-that builds your confidence one step at a time. By integrating these approaches, the podcast supports a holistic journey toward feeling more free and capable in your own life. Tune in for honest discussions that honor the complexity of mental health while providing clear, actionable pathways forward, all delivered with Devoney's guiding presence.
Author: Language: English Episodes: 100

Free & Well: Overcome Anxiety, Stress & Overwhelm & Grow Your Confidence With Mental Health & Faith Based Practices
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