최고 Anxiety Help 팟캐스트 (2025)

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356: Why Your Child Freaks Out Over the Smallest Things 13:29

2d ago13:29

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Parenting a child who melts down over socks that “feel weird” or a sandwich cut the “wrong” way can leave you wondering what’s really going on. You try to stay calm, but inside you’re thinking, Seriously? This can’t be about the sandwich. You’re not alone—and you’re not a bad parent. The truth is, those small moments aren’t small at all when your c…

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5. Agoraphobia 12:30

21h ago12:30

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In this episode of The Panic Pod we focus on agoraphobia. Agoraphobia involves a fear of leaving a space that feels safe, usually because of the worry that panic or overwhelm might strike once we are out. Safe spaces often include the home, a small travel radius, or familiar routes that feel controllable. I talk through how this pattern develops, w…

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Doing It Anyway - While Hurting And Challenged (Episode 133) 32:00

5d ago32:00

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Sometimes life throws real challenges at you. Medical issues. Loss. Uncertainty. The kind of stuff that makes anxiety feel completely justified. So how do you move forward when you're genuinely scared AND dealing with actual difficult circumstances? In this episode, we share some of the most powerful "did it anyway" stories we've ever received. Fro…

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Episode 408: The Facts About Grief Every Mom Needs to Known with Margo Fordonski 41:26

19h ago41:26

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Knowing the facts about grief can help you navigate your experience of loss. Understanding and navigating the complexities of grief can be vital for maintaining one's mental health. Grief is multifaceted, and it's essential to grasp the facts about grief to support not only ourselves but also those around us. Grief is a Lifelong Journey One key fac…

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4. Panic Attacks? Help! 16:19

5d ago16:19

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In this episode of The Panic Pod we look at panic attacks with clarity and practical detail. I explain what a panic attack is, how it typically presents, and why the body produces such an intense surge of fear even when there is no immediate danger. I also break down what they feel like, why the sensations can be so convincing, and what a helpful r…

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355: Gentle Parenting Isn’t Enough—Here’s What Kids Really Need 13:10

7d ago13:10

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Parenting a child who constantly melts down—even when you’ve tried every gentle parenting tip out there—can leave you exhausted and doubting yourself. You’re doing your best to be calm and validating, yet you still feel like you’re walking on eggshells. You’re not alone. The truth is, gentle parenting isn’t enough on its own—and understanding whyca…

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Episode 407: How Gratitude Reduces Anxiety 31:41

8d ago31:41

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Gratitude and anxiety cannot coexist. It is a scientific fact that gratitude reduces anxiety. From a physiological and neuroscience perspective, the brain can't experience both anxiety and gratitude simultaneously. The benefits of a gratitude practice can be profoundly impactful. How does gratitude reduce Anxiety? Gratitude reduces anxiety by shift…

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354: Lazy or Dysregulated? What is the Truth About Unmotivated Kids 15:29

9d ago15:29

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Parenting a child who won’t even try can break your heart. You ask, you remind, you offer rewards—and still, they resist or melt down. You’re not imagining it, and you’re not failing as a parent. It’s not bad parenting—it’s a dysregulated brain. Many parents worry their child is lazy, unmotivated, or just doesn’t care about school or responsibiliti…

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Anxious About Feeling ... Calm? (Episode 132) 37:10

12d ago37:10

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Panicogenic Relaxation: Why You Feel Anxious When Feeling Calm You're finally feeling better. The anxiety has lifted. You're relaxed and calm for the first time in months or even years. So why does that feel so weird? And why are you suddenly anxious about feeling calm? In this episode, Drew and Josh explore "panicogenic relaxation". This is a comm…

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3. Anxious For No Reason? 19:01

13d ago19:01

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In this episode, we explore why anxiety can seem to appear for no reason at all. We look more closely at the role of the threat response and uncover why it actually makes sense that we feel anxious. There is always a reason, even if it’s not the one we expect.

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353: Why Dysregulated Kids Can’t Use Their Executive Function (and What to Do About It) 18:29

14d ago18:29

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Parenting a child who melts down over homework or seemingly simple tasks can feel overwhelming and exhausting. You’re not imagining it—the frustration, tears, and chaos aren’t bad behavior. It’s a dysregulated brain struggling to access its control center. In this episode, let me explain why dysregulated kids can’t use their executive function, wha…

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2. Why Am I Always Anxious? (The Threat Response) 19:06

14d ago19:06

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In this episode, we explore why people with anxiety disorders often feel anxious most of the day. To understand this, we need to look at the body’s threat response, the system designed to protect us but which can become overactive and misfiring. I talk about how this response fuels our symptoms, how we interact with it, and what keeps it going. Dra…

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1. Anxious? Start Here... 16:10

14d ago16:10

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The Panic Pod returns after a four-year break. In this first episode, we go back to where it all began. If you’re anxious, confused, and don’t know where to start, or if you’ve consumed endless self-help content and still don’t feel better, take a breath and join me here. I’ll walk you through how, as both a therapist and a former sufferer, we find…

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Episode 406: Parenting and anxiety. Don't repeat history. 18:13

15d ago18:13

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If allowed, history will repeat itself. And that is why healing from the past is crucial, especially when parenting and anxiety are hand in hand. More than 40% of Americans have an anxiety disorder. Even more alarming, 32% of adolescents between the ages of 13 and 18 have an anxiety disorder. With such profound statistics, there is no doubt that pa…

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352: Why Lyme Tests Fail: What to Do When Bloodwork Looks Clear with Dr. Bill Rawls 53:59

16d ago53:59

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Parenting a child who’s struggling with mysterious symptoms can be frightening and exhausting. You bring them to the doctor, the tests come back “normal,” and yet you know something isn’t right. You’re not imagining it—it’s real, and you’re not alone. In this episode, Dr. Bill Rawls explains why Lyme disease testing often misses active infections, …

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Anxiety Recovery - Learning To Believe In Yourself Again (Episode 131) 36:53

19d ago36:53

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When anxiety and its relentless inner critic take hold, one of the most profound losses is the belief and trust in your own capability. In this episode, Drew and Josh explore how to rebuild self-trust after anxiety disorders erode your confidence in handling life's challenges. The conversation centers on stories from listeners who confronted their …

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351: How to Calm Your Child Without Saying a Word 10:27

21d ago10:27

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Have you ever noticed that the more you explain, the more your child melts down? Parenting a child who reacts this way can leave you exhausted, frustrated, and worried. You try to reason, but instead of calming down, your child gets even more upset. In this episode, I’ll share why talking often backfires when kids are upset, and how your calm prese…

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Episode 405: Do You Have a Message to Share? Start Speaking Today with Jess Ekstrom 1:00

22d ago1:00

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As women, especially Moms, we have life experiences that have formed us. Our struggles and triumphs become a message to share to inspire others. In a world where we continuously seek ways to make a difference, the power of sharing our experiences and insights has never been more crucial. Whether you're driven by a sense of purpose or a desire to im…

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350: 3 Signs You’re Co-Regulating Right (and 2 You’re Not) 10:53

23d ago10:53

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Co-regulation is one of the most powerful tools we have to help children learn how to manage emotions, but many parents wonder: Am I even doing it right? When your own emotions feel overwhelming and your child’s emotions are spilling over, it can be hard to know if what you’re doing is helping. In this episode, I break down the signs you’re co-regu…

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349: Are Rewards and Consequences Hurting Your Child Instead of Helping? 11:46

28d ago11:46

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Parenting a child who doesn’t respond to sticker charts, time-outs, or threats can feel defeating. You’ve tried rewards, consequences, and everything in between—and still the meltdowns, backtalk, and battles keep happening. You’re not alone. In this episode, I explain why rewards and consequences don’t land for dysregulated kids and what you can do…

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Episode 404: The Church Hurt Recovery Journey with Mary DeMuth 34:45

29d ago34:45

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Healing from church hurt is a journey worth embarking on. In the realm of spiritual communities, few topics are as sensitive or impactful as church hurt. This phenomenon affects individuals across various denominations and can profoundly influence one's faith journey. Understanding and healing from church hurt is essential for maintaining and rebui…

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348: Why Nervous System Co-Regulation Beats Consequences Every Time 11:56

30d ago11:56

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When a child feels overwhelmed, their autonomic nervous system kicks into a stress response. Logic shuts down, emotional regulation goes offline, and no punishment in the world can teach better behavior in that moment. That’s why we have to calm the brain first. When we do, co-regulation creates emotional resilience, nurtures healthy relationships,…

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Craig The Critic (Episode 130) 38:44

1M ago38:44

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In this episode, Drew and Josh explore the powerful role of the internal critic—affectionately named "Craig"—in maintaining anxiety disorders and interfering with recovery. They discuss how this nagging inner voice criticizes, questions, and doubts us, often telling us we're doing things wrong or that we'll never be who we hope to be. Let's examine…

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347: The Real Reason Transitions Are So Hard For Your Child 12:04

1M ago12:04

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Leaving the house, turning off the tablet, starting homework—why does something so small spark such big meltdowns? If you’re exhausted from what feels like Groundhog’s Day every morning, afternoon, and bedtime, you’re not alone. Here’s the truth: it’s not bad parenting—it’s a dysregulated brain. And once you understand the real reason transitions a…

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Episode 403: Strategies for Moms to Improve Relationships with Adult Children 39:08

1M ago39:08

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Even adult children need their parents. But when things get rocky, how can you improve relationships with adult children? In the evolving world of parenthood, maintaining a strong bond with adult children presents unique challenges. As children transition into adulthood, the dynamics shift, often leading to confusion for parents. However, with unde…

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346: How to Stay Calm When Your Kid Isn’t: Co-Regulation Parenting 101 16:57

1M ago16:57

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Some days it feels like your child’s big emotions are just too much—and your own stress boils over too. You’re not failing as a parent. What’s happening is called co-dysregulation—two nervous systems stuck in survival mode together. This episode matters because when kids struggle to regulate emotions, they rely on your calming presence to learn how…

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Anxiety Symptoms - AIR HUNGER (Episode 129) 37:25

1M ago37:25

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In this episode of Disordered, Drew and Josh tackle one of the most frightening anxiety symptoms: air hunger - that terrifying feeling that you can't get a deep enough breath or fully fill your lungs. Drew and Josh draw from both their clinical expertise and personal recovery experiences to explain why this sensation happens, why trying to "fix" yo…

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345: After-School Restraint Collapse: What Teachers Don’t See (But You Do) 11:48

1M ago11:48

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You hold it together all day at work, only to walk in the door and snap at the first person you see. Sound familiar? That’s exactly what your child is experiencing when they come home from school—and you’re not alone in wondering what on earth is happening. After-school restraint collapse is real. Many parents feel overwhelmed when their child hold…

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Episode 402: Alleviate loneliness through meaningful friendships with Misty Hughes 36:04

1M ago36:04

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There is a solution for the loneliness epidemic. In our increasingly isolated society, establishing meaningful friendships can be a critical step in alleviating the pervasive feeling of loneliness. While life transitions, such as moving to a new area or changing jobs, can disrupt established connections, they also provide opportunities to cultivate…

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344: Regulation First Parenting: The Secret Every Stressed Parent Needs to Hear 12:08

1M ago12:08

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Parenting a dysregulated child can leave you drained and second-guessing yourself. You try connecting, you set boundaries—yet the meltdowns, backtalk, and big emotions just don’t stop. But here’s the truth: it’s not bad parenting—it’s a dysregulated brain. And there is a way forward. In this episode, I’ll introduce Regulation First Parenting—a prac…

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How Long Does De-Sensitization Take? (Episode 128) 37:11

2M ago37:11

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One of the most common questions we hear from people working through anxiety disorders and OCD is: "How long is this going to take?" In this episode, Drew and Josh tackle the timeline question head-on—but probably not in the way you're expecting. We explore why asking "how long until I recover?" might be the wrong question, and why shifting to "how…

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343: I Was Medicated as a Kid—Here’s What I Wish My Parents Knew With Erin Kerry 52:25

2M ago52:25

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Parenting a child in emotional pain is exhausting — you’re not imagining it. You’re not alone. In this episode, I sit down with Erin Kerry, where we dig into a woman’s experience of misdiagnosis, heavy psychiatric medication, and the healing path she found beyond labels. Why this matters: Too often medication is the first line of defense for childr…

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Episode 401: Do you need God's miraculous provision? with Andrea Anderson 40:57

2M ago40:57

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God's miraculous provision will see us through all aspects of life. In our journey through life, many of us face struggles that seem overwhelming, whether it's anxiety, parenting challenges, or simply navigating daily life. In these moments, seeking God's miraculous provision can become a beacon of hope and guidance, helping us to rise and thrive. …

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342: The Hidden Truth About Modern Parenting (It’s Not Just You) 11:05

2M ago11:05

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Parenting feels harder than ever, and I want you to know—you’re not imagining it. As a mom and as someone who works with so many parents every day, I see how the mental load of modern parenting leaves us feeling exhausted, guilty, and overwhelmed. It’s not bad parenting—it’s our dysregulated brains trying to manage family life in an overstimulating…

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"Anxiety Recovery OCD?" (Episode 127) 44:41

2M ago44:41

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Can your focus on getting better actually make things worse? In this episode, we explore what happens when the recovery process itself becomes an obsession - coining the term "Recovery OCD" to describe the fixation many people develop around their anxiety recovery journey. We dig into the counterintuitive reality that constantly checking "Am I reco…

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341: Is Your Child's Nervous System is Stuck in Fight-Flight-or-Freeze? 8:44

2M ago8:44

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When your child’s nervous system is stuck in fight, flight, or freeze, even minor frustrations can trigger explosive outbursts, shutdowns, or runaway behavior. It isn’t disobedience—it’s the autonomic nervous system in survival mode. Let us unpack why kids get trapped in these stress responses and how calming the brain first restores safety, regula…

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Episode 400: Christians and Anxiety: You are not broken, you are chosen. 42:57

2M ago42:57

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Can Christians and anxiety go hand in hand? The answer is a resounding yes. Christians and anxiety often go hand in hand. Not because of a lack of faith, but because we live in a broken world in which many things can impact mental, physical, and spiritual health. 400th Episode Friends, I cannot believe this is the 400th episode. When I set out to s…

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340: 3 Things to Do in the First 60 Seconds of Any Child Meltdown 9:01

2M ago9:01

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When your child’s emotions spiral into a meltdown, it can feel like everything in family life stops. The crying, yelling, or tantrum behavior takes over—and no amount of reasoning or sticker charts seems to help. You’re not alone. The truth is, those first 60 seconds of any child meltdown make a huge difference. Whether it’s toddler tantrums at nap…

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When The News Triggers Anxiety (Episode 126) 41:25

2M ago41:25

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How do you handle anxiety when the news feels overwhelming? With constant exposure to current events, political tensions, and global crises through social media and traditional news sources, it's no wonder many people with anxiety disorders find themselves struggling. This week on Disordered we're talking about the complex relationship between news…

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339: Child Behavior Problems of Struggling Kids: Early Warning Signs Parents Miss (Crisis Prevention) 14:04

2M ago14:04

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Parenting a child who melts down, shuts down, or pushes you away is exhausting—I know because I hear it from parents every day. You’ve tried sticker charts, consequences, rewards, and still your child’s behavior problems keep coming back. In this episode, I’m sharing why waiting for your child’s struggles to get “bad enough” is a dangerous mistake.…

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Episode 399: Moms in Leadership Need to Adopt These Strategies to Rise and Thrive with Molly Claire 38:44

2M ago38:44

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Wholeness over hustle: a movement that embodies strategies to rise and thrive as women and as mothers. In today's bustling world, women, especially mothers, are navigating the dual roles of leading both at work and at home. Understanding the intricacies of this journey is vital for thriving in every aspect of life. We all need strategies to rise an…

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338: 5 Therapist Sensory Tools That Actually Help Kids Regulate (That Every Parent Can Do) 10:43

2M ago10:43

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Parenting a child with sensory challenges can feel like a guessing game. One day a fidget toy works, the next day it’s tossed across the room. That’s because it’s not about the object—it’s about the strategy behind it. Sensory tools aren’t quick fixes, but when chosen with intention, they can transform how your child responds to stress, transitions…

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Did It Anyway - Volume 4 (Episode 125) 46:38

2M ago46:38

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Welcome to another inspiring round of "Did It Anyway" stories, where we celebrate real wins from our community members who chose to move forward despite their anxiety. In this episode, Drew and Josh share powerful listener stories that illustrate a fundamental truth about anxiety recovery: you can take meaningful action even when you feel scared, u…

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Special Episode: The MAHA Report Reveals Shocking Truths About Kids’ Mental Health 16:50

2M ago16:50

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Parenting today feels overwhelming—and it’s not your imagination. The latest Make America Healthy Again (MAHA) Report reveals shocking truths about kids’ mental health and shows us just how deep this childhood chronic disease crisis runs. Our children are carrying the weight of poor diet, chronic stress, environmental exposures, and endless screen …

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337: Is My Child's Picky Eating Behavioral or Biological? 15:34

2M ago15:34

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If every mealtime in your house feels like a showdown—tears, gagging, or flat-out refusal to try a bite—you’re probably exhausted and worried. You’ve bent over backwards with rewards, consequences, and endless negotiations, yet nothing seems to work. I want you to know—you’re not alone. In this episode, I’ll share why your picky eater’s behavior is…

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You Need to Meet These Women of the Bible (They Are Just Like Us) with Mary DeMuth 29:11

2M ago29:11

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A journey through the remarkable stories of women of the Bible. Most, if not all, women of the Bible lived extraordinary lives, overcame immense challenges, and set examples that resonate with us today. Whether you're a leader, a mother, or someone simply making her way through life's hurdles, these women have much to teach us. Discovering Strength…

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336: 5 Signs Your Child is Emotionally Dysregulated (Not Defiant!) 10:18

2M ago10:18

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Parenting a child who pushes back at every turn can feel downright draining. You’ve tried the time-outs, the sticker charts, the consequences—yet the meltdowns keep coming. It’s easy to start second-guessing yourself or wondering if you’re doing something wrong. You’re not alone. It’s not bad parenting—it’s a dysregulated brain. In this episode, I’…

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Anxiety and Mental Health Misinformation w/Dr. Birthe Macdonald (Episode 124) 50:36

2M ago50:36

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In this essential episode, Drew and Josh are joined by Dr. Birthe Macdonald, a psychologist and neuroscience researcher who's become a vital voice in combating mental health misinformation on social media. The conversation tackles the overwhelming sea of questionable advice that anxious people encounter online, from vagus nerve stimulation devices …

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335: The Hidden Link Between Gut Issues and Emotional Dysregulation in Kids 15:00

3M ago15:00

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Have you ever wondered why your child melts down after the smallest stressor—no matter what strategies you try? It can leave you drained, second-guessing yourself, and wondering if you’re doing something wrong. You’re not alone. It’s not bad parenting—it’s a dysregulated brain. In this episode, we uncover the hidden link between gut issues and emot…

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The Need to Recognize Anxiety to Be Happier, Healthier, and Kinder with Karen DeHaven 20:47

3M ago20:47

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When you recognize anxiety, you can navigate it and transform your life from emotional chaos to joy, peace, and purpose. In today's complex world, understanding our mental health is crucial. Feeling anxious or overwhelmed is common, but managing these emotions leads to a happier, healthier, and kinder life. The first step in this transformative jou…

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