When Your Mind Becomes Its Own Worst Enemy | EP 321

When Your Mind Becomes Its Own Worst Enemy | EP 321

Author: Drew Linsalata July 16, 2025 Duration: 21:48
This week on The Anxious Truth, we're talking about what happens when a problem solving mind sees itself as a problem to solve. Your mind is an incredible problem-solving machine - it's what sets humans apart and has helped us thrive for thousands of years. But when that same problem-solving ability turns inward and starts trying to "fix" your own thoughts, emotions, and internal experiences, things can go very wrong very quickly. If you're stuck in cycles of overthinking, constantly trying...

If panic, anxiety, or agoraphobia have made your world feel smaller, you're not navigating this alone. The Anxious Truth-A Panic, Anxiety, and Mental Health Podcast is a direct, compassionate resource hosted by Drew Linsalata, born from his own journey through these challenges. This isn't about quick fixes or vague inspiration; it's a practical guide that breaks down how anxiety works and lays out a clear, actionable path toward recovery. Episodes delve into the mechanics of panic attacks, the realities of avoidance, and the hard but rewarding work of reclaiming your life, offering education and straight talk that empowers you to move forward. The podcast has garnered recognition for its honest approach, being featured in the New York Times as one of "6 Podcasts to Soothe An Anxious Mind" and included in Vogue's list of therapist-recommended mental health podcasts. Tuning in, you'll find a voice that understands the fear but firmly believes in your capacity to overcome it, providing the tools and encouragement needed to shift from surviving to thriving. This podcast serves as a core part of a broader community and resource set, encouraging a consistent, engaged approach to healing.
Author: Language: English Episodes: 100

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Common Themes in Anxious Fears | Ep 291 [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 14:37
Among people that struggle with chronic or disordered forms of anxiety, there are a wide range of individual primary fears or concerns. When you ask a large enough number of our friends what they are afraid of, you’re go…
Anxious Sensory Overload & Overwhelm | EP 290 [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 21:03
People struggling with chronic or disordered states of anxiety often find themselves in a situation where they are hyper aware and therefore overwhelmed by sensory input. Non-anxious humans are so oblivious to what we se…
EP 288 - Do I Have To Stop Fearing Anxiety To Fully Accept It? [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 19:37
DO I HAVE TO STOP BEING AFRAID TO TRULY ACCEPT ANXIETY (AND TO GET BETTER)? Good question. But this is a backwards interpretation of acceptance so let’s clarify. Acceptance is not finding a way to turn off your fearAccep…
EP 286 - Anxiety and Recovery Questions and Answers [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 25:51
Let's do an old fashioned anxiety questions and answers session, shall we? Today we're answering questions from our friends on Facebook. 02:24 How do I face a scary exposure?05:58 Is it normal to still have symptoms or s…
EP 285 - Panic Attacks Or Panic Disorder? (Foundations of Panic #5) [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 21:04
Having panic attacks does not always mean you have panic disorder. This week on The Anxious Truth we're digging into what differentiates panic attacks - even recurring panic attacks - from panic disorder. In a nutshell,…
EP 283 - Living With Anxiety: Recover to Live, or Live To Recover? [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 21:38
LIVING WITH ANXIETY ... I HAVE TO RECOVER SO I CAN LIVE MY LIFE AGAIN! But really, do you? Or is it better to do your best to re-engage in life so that you can recover? This week we're examining the concept of life AS re…