“I think the worst!” How to manage anxiety and intrusive thoughts

“I think the worst!” How to manage anxiety and intrusive thoughts

Author: Fearne Cotton October 31, 2025 Duration: 43:52

Fearne’s anxiety and OCD have been pretty loud recently, so she wanted to find a bit of solace in listening back to some other people with their own experiences of feeling anxious, low, having panic attacks, going through therapy, and accepting they’ll never be fully ‘fixed’...

 

In this episode –


-Musician Perrie Edwards explains why she brings her therapist to work with her


-Actor Will Poulter’s taking a personalised approach to his OCD


-Comedian Julian Clary reckons age and perspective have calmed his anxiety


-Broadcaster Vogue Williams chats about medication and catastrophising


-Musician YungBlud talks through learning to like yourself


-Writer Natalie Lue explains how to recognise what’s beneath the anxious thoughts

 


Listen to the full episodes here:


Perrie Edwards


Will Poulter


Julian Clary


Vogue Williams


YungBlud


Natalie Lue


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In a world that often feels loud and demanding, Happy Place offers a different kind of conversation. Here, Fearne Cotton sits down with a wide range of fascinating people-from artists and athletes to experts and everyday heroes-to explore the nuanced realities of human experience. These discussions gently peel back the layers on topics like mental resilience, physical well-being, cultural shifts, and the complexities of our relationships, moving far beyond simple soundbites. The core of this podcast lies in its authentic curiosity about how individuals navigate life's inevitable highs and lows. Rather than prescribing a single path to joy, each episode uncovers personal definitions of contentment and peace, often found in unexpected moments or hard-won perspectives. Listening feels like being part of a thoughtful, intimate dialogue where vulnerability is welcomed and stories are shared without pretense. Whether the conversation touches on overcoming loss, finding creative inspiration, or building a healthier society, Fearne guides it with empathy and a genuine desire to understand. This collection of interviews provides a quiet space for reflection, reminding us that happiness is not a constant state but a deeply personal and evolving journey. Tune in for a sincere exploration of what it means to live fully across all facets of life.
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