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Pebble in the Road - Busting Stigmas

Despite the torrent of bad news being funneled to us, there are positive stories that don't get amplified.
This is one of those type of stories. I kinda stumbled into it and I'm glad I did.

This was a story on the International Brotherhood of Electrical Workers website.

Jay Fraiser runs the Boston Local 103 recovery and sobriety group. He meets with fellow union members to help them stabilize on their recovery journey.

I don't know anything about being an electrician. I do know about being knocked to the floor due to anxiety symptoms. It was a long time ago but it did put me on my road to treatment. I don't recommend experiencing it but it is a wake up call to do something to help yourself.

I encourage you to read the story.

IBEW News - How One Boston Member Is Breaking Down Mental Health Stigma

Emergency Resources

The Trevor Project: Provides crisis support specifically for LGBTQ+ youth through phone (1-866-488-7386), text (START to 678-678), and online chat. Available 24/7. They also provide peer support and community.

Veterans Crisis Line: Call 988 and press 1, text 838255, or chat online. There are phone lines for those serving overseas. Visit the website to find the current status of the Veteran line and international calling options.

National Crisis Text Line: Text HOME to 741741 for free, confidential support 24/7. This service operates independently of the 988 service. Users can use text, chat or WhatsApp as a means of contact.

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Links to other sites are provided for information purposes only and do not constitute endorsements.

Always seek the advice of a qualified health provider with questions you may have regarding a medical or mental health disorder.

This blog and podcast is intended for informational and educational purposes only. Nothing in this program is intended to be a substitute for professional psychological, psychiatric or medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment.

ARP 375 - News Anxiety and Surviving the Infodemic

Culture, Education, Resource, Stress, Trauma

Yeah, it is a real thing and we are existing in it. From the looks of things most of us are struggling and that is never a good thing. An infodemic is a smash up between too much information and a pandemic.

I didn't invent this term. Goes back to 2001-2003ish.

There is a pandemic of bad, worse and toxic levels of disinformation. People are getting sick or at risk of ingesting poor quality information sources.

I'm not being hyperbolic here. I stopped monitoring local and national news. All of it and cut back on social media too. And I actually turn off my phone at night.

In my limited defense, I did not want constant notifications of dubious statements and horrifying facts. I've mention this in the podcast. It is ok to take a break from the firehouse of news.

But there is a cost. One morning, I woke up, turned on the phone and found out about not one but two wildfires.

We need safe and viable ways to monitor the news without crushing our spirts to dust. I have an idea or two. This are just my ideas. We can build something better than what we have.

Doomscrolling will not get us there.

If you need support contact the National Suicide Prevention Lifeline at 988 or 1-800-273-8255, the Trevor Project at 1-866-488-7386 or text “START” to 741-741.

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I strongly recommend a safe browser to visit websites. I'm thinking stuff like Duck Duck Go, Vivaldi or using an app that blocks tracking cookies.

Possibly set up a limited use account for your on-line and researching needs.

APNews.com, this is a non-profit news organization. It reports the news but does not interpret the story. They don't make the news palatable. They tell you what the news story is and the known facts at the time. AP Fact Check, looks at stories that might be questionable true or false.

Reuters News is a business to business commercial news company. Similar philosophy to the AP, gives the story but generally does not embellish. Reuters news also has a fact check page to evaluate social media and visual images to provide verification on who created it and is it the truth.

FactCheck.org is a project of The Annenberg Public Policy Center. Also includes SciCheck for science claims.

The Poyter Institute has Politifact which has fact checking in English and Spanish.

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ARP 351 Anxiety and Imposter Syndrome

Awareness, Culture, Fear, Resource

For some of us, imposter syndrome is an anxiety generator.

It goes to the heart of feeling worthy, being competent or having the right to be in a particular space.

Doing this episode made me feel like an imposter. I can hear slurred words, tangents and howlers of editing.

But here is the thing. I don't allow it to keep me from trying and doing. Sure, I could not do the show. Or hire and editor. Or let a freaking non-human try to emulate my speech patterns.

I need to do this in order to get better. And it might take another eight years for that to happen. I have the time.

If you need support contact the National Suicide Prevention Lifeline at 988 or 1-800-273-8255, the Trevor Project at 1-866-488-7386 or text “START” to 741-741.

Resources Mentioned:

There is a short TED-X explainer video called What is imposter syndrome and how can you combat it?

National Public Radio has a 2021 Life Kit piece on 5 Steps to Shake Imposter Syndrome.

Helpguide.org article on Imposter Syndrome, causes, types and coping tips.

A Guide to Impostor Syndrome—and Overcoming It from McLean Hospital Essentials page

Kim Menninger has a podcast called The Impostor Syndrome Files. You can find it on Apple podcast or almost any other podcast directory.

Presence: Bringing Your Boldest Self to Your Biggest Challenges by Amy Cuddy or any book vendor.

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Resting Anxiety Face Video by Tales of Mere Existence

Culture, Resilience

I don't remember when or how I found Lev's videos or his YouTube channel, Tales of Mere Existence.

I like the simplicity of them, the storytelling and the humor in the dark spaces of life. It was many years later that I learned about the anxiety and social anxiety component of the videos.

I loved them even more.

If you need support contact the National Suicide Prevention Lifeline at 988 or 1-800-273-8255, the Trevor Project at 1-866-488-7386 or text “START” to 741-741.

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ARP 339 - You Need to Change Your Ways

Culture, Symptoms

You made it over the first hurdle. You know you have a problem.

You might have even gone to the doctor or your health provider to obtain help. They might have set you up with pills or talk therapy.

And that is a far as you got. You take the meds but you are still drinking.

Or eating high sugar or caffeinated beverages.

Babe, you gotta make some changes. Ones that you do not want to make but you have to do it.

The resource this week is a movie that covers a lot of anxiety topics. It is a primer on how not to handle your symptoms.

Sometimes a fictional movie about a real man can be very informative. And can help you stay out of the hospital.

If you need support contact the National Suicide Prevention Lifeline at 988 or 1-800-273-8255, the Trevor Project at 1-866-488-7386 or text “START” to 741-741.

Resources Mentioned:

1979 All that Jazz movie trailer - if you don't like musicals or you don't have two hours to invest in the movie. It is a good movie but for some people, the just don't have the time.

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Show 285 Anxiety Symptoms and Dreams

Culture, Sleep, Symptoms

This is a pebble in the road about the definitions of dreams, bad dreams and nightmares.

If you are an highly anxious person this is one of many possible symptoms of stress and anxiety that you might experienced.

Vivid dreams and nightmares can be a sign of anxiety symptom. Or not.

It could be just your brains way of taking out the neural trash floating around the joint.

But you might have a different cultural or social way of understanding dreams. That is ok. It is important to recognize that your relationship with dreams and nightmares are your experience.

How you deal with them is also your experience. One that with the right information and context might give you the tools to control there appearance or doing the work on finding an effective treatment.

This episode only deals with what dreams and nightmares are, potential causes and triggers of the rascals and a resource or two to help you learn more about it.

If you need support contact the National Suicide Prevention Lifeline at 1-800-273-8255, the Trevor Project at 1-866-488-7386 or text “START” to 741-741.

Resources Mentioned:

Brain Basics Understanding Sleep National Institute of Neurological Disorders and Stroke

Dreams: What They Mean & Psychology Behind Them via Sleep Association.org

Nightmares: MedlinePlus Medical Encyclopedia

Sleep Diary and Journals

National Sleep Foundation Sleep Diary

National Health Service (UK) Sleep Diary

MyHealth/Alberta, Canada Sleep Journal

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Not In A Grateful Mood

Culture, Dental, Relaxation, Worry

There are going to be a lot of tips, suggestions and survival posts about dealing with mental health problems the holidays. I don't normally do it because everyday to me is a struggle.

Some days it is very minor. Other days, it is a big deal.

And then there is navigating life problems during a time of enforced hypocritical joy and happiness.

The episode is about acknowledging the feelings. It is looking at what we can do even if there isn't anything we can do about the triggering situation.

Yes, I have "issues."

Here is the thing. They are my issues. I get to say to myself, "I am not feeling well. I don't like this. Corrections need to be made."

Long time listeners know that I have dental phobia. I have to go to the dentist. No choice. No wiggle room or discussion. That makes me more anxious.

I have to make decisions on how I need to do this that is safe for me. I have to let go of that which I cannot control.

I can control who does the treatment. Knowing my options. Is it right for me? If so, make that appointment. If not, keep looking.

I can be anxious and still reclaim my power.

So, yeah. This episode is about doing what you can to reclaim your power. Even when you feel sad, depressed or anxious.

If you need support contact the National Suicide Prevention Lifeline at 1-800-273-8255, the Trevor Project at 1-866-488-7386 or text “START” to 741-741.

Resources Mentioned:

From NAMI, a post on Surviving Painful Holiday Emotions

Very Well Mind post on Coping with Generalized Anxiety Disorder During the Holidays

ADAA.org write up on Managing Holiday Anxieties

Dental Phobia Resources

Tips from Mouth Healthy, from the American Dental Association.

Dental Fear Central is an international non-profit organization for those that have dental fear and phobia. There is information, testimonials and a forum for asking questions. It is also a resource for dental professionals who would like to know more about how their patients feel about entering their office.

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Why We’re Dreading a Return to ‘Normal" Video from NYT

Culture, Fear, Worry

I remember it being so quiet. No horns honking. No place to rush to. The virtual meetings weren't in full force so you had space to be. You didn't have to deal with the a-hole of the day.

You still had to face you stuff but on your terms.

This is a video essay, they call it an opinion video of three people that talk about how going back to normal isn't all it is cracked up to be.

I know part of the answer but why are we rushing back to the way it use to be? Not saying be a hermit. I am saying there are ways of making space and inclusion that we haven't considered.

This is an opportunity to think about it. But being dumb as cluck Americans, probably won't.

If you need support contact the National Suicide Prevention Lifeline at 1-800-273-8255, the Trevor Project at 1-866-488-7386 or text “START” to 741-741.

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Show 252 Anxiety and Iceberg Beliefs

Culture, Depression, Phobias, Resource, Support

An iceberg belief is a self-limited thought. And one of the strange things about it is that some of those self-limiting thoughts can come from your family, broadcast and social media or your culture.

Anxiety and anxiety symptoms can amp up or bring to the surface some of those embedded thoughts.

Those thoughts can pop up as you watch a video. A car racing down the street. A song that brings up a memory. Or it is 1:57pm and you got a way to go before the end of the day.

You are whipping on yourself that working, doing, being isn't enough. You feel mediocre or less than you think you should be. Sometimes a bunch of commercials try to reinforce that statement.

"Just buy Cranko and you will feel or live better."

The iceberg belief can add fuel to your anxiety about a situation. That may or may not be true.

In this episode, a definition of a self-limiting thought, some examples and a few resources to ponder.

In the News:

Washington Post article about how men ignore their mental health issues.

U.S. National Institute of Mental Health (NIMH) Brochures and Fact Sheets page on mental health conditions. You can download a pdf or even have a copy of the brochure mailed to you.

There is also a NIMH brochure about Men and Depression, it explains what depression is, causes and treatment options.

Resources Mentioned:

The Gifts of Imperfection: Let Go of Who You Think You’re Supposed to Be and Embrace Who You Are – Brené Brown. You can find the book or audiobook at almost any book vendor. On her website there is a page with a Brave and Brokenhearted manifesto.

Mark Manson's page on What are limiting beliefs?

Meg James from Australia has a worksheet on Limiting Belief that you can work though.

On the InsightTimer website there is a course from Meg on Simple Tools for Self-Acceptance. The first section is free and gives you an idea of what to expect.

Pickthebrain.com worksheet on self-limiting thoughts with an action step.

If you need support contact the National Suicide Prevention Lifeline at 1-800-273-8255, the Trevor Project at 1-866-488-7386 or text “START” to 741-741.

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Show 248 - Is Anxiety a Sin?

Awareness, Culture, Pathfinders, Shame

The short answer is no. It is a medical condition. It can be treated 99.5 times out of a 100.

But many people do not know that they have an anxiety disorder or seek treatment. Some of the reasons for this is what they are being told in certain houses of faith.

The good news is that is slowly changing. More faith based institutions are working with mental health professionals. There are practitioners that have both spiritual and mental health license credentials.

This episode lightly touches on some of the statements that are made and factual information about anxiety and anxiety conditions/disorders.

For the record, I am a heathen, second class. Working hard to see if I can make it to third class.

If you need support contact the National Suicide Prevention Lifeline at 1-800-273-8255, the Trevor Project at 1-866-488-7386 or text “START” to 741-741.

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In the News:

Article on Vice.com on What to Do if You’re Barely Keeping It Together Right Now

App that Attack:

Medito is a free app that gives basic instructions about meditation. There are also tips to help you sleep and a module for people that have stress and anxiety issues.

Christian Based

Writer Anita Ojeda post on I'd Rather the Church Remain Silent

Sarah J Robinson's Book I Love God but I Want to Die: Finding Hope in the Darkness of Depression.

Mental Health Grace Alliance page on 6 Reasons Why Depression and Anxiety are Not Signs of a Weak Faith or Sin.

The Faith & Mental Wellness Podcast with Brittney Moses. On her web site there is a list of Christian specific mental health resources.

Christian therapy services in the podcast are Christian Therapist On Demand and MyCounselor.Online.

Pastor/Minister Based:

Mental Health Access Pack is a resource for churches to learn about mental health conditions and provide spiritual resources to assist and access treatment options for there church members.

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Taraji P. Henson on Living with Depression and Anxiety | Body Stories | SELF Video

Anxiety, Culture, Depression

We have to change. We have to pave the path of healing. One of the things we can do is talk about it. Say the words "I'm in trouble and I need help."

This is Taraji P. Henson talking about her depression and anxiety in an interview via Self Magazine.

If you need support contact the National Suicide Prevention Lifeline at 1-800-273-8255, the Trevor Project at 1-866-488-7386 or text “START” to 741-741.

Resources:

Taraj P. Henson called Peace of Mind. It is a series about mental health issues concerning the Black/African American community. It streams on Facebook Watch on Monday and Wednesdays 9am Pacific and 12 noon Eastern time.

Mental Health Resources for Black, African American, Melanated and Adjacent People

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Show 227 Quick Look at the CalmiGo Smart Calming Companion

Breathing, Culture, Mindfulness, Relaxation, Therapy

In this episode, a look at a device that might help you with symptom management and up your pattern breathing skills.

For those of you reluctant to take medication or are looking for other ways to handle your symptoms, this could be an option.

I want to make sure that folks know about a new talk show series from Taraj P. Henson called Peace of Mind.

It is a talk show about mental health issues concerning the Black/African American community. It streams on Facebook Watch on Monday and Wednesdays 9am Pacific and 12 noon Eastern time.

If you need support contact the National Suicide Prevention Lifeline at 1-800-273-8255, the Trevor Project at 1-866-488-7386 or text “START” to 741-741.

Resources Mentioned:

CNBC.com post about Tony Hsieh, loneliness and some ideas about what to do about it.

New series from Taraj P. Henson called Peace of Mind. It is a series about mental health issues concerning the Black/African American community. It streams on Facebook Watch on Monday and Wednesdays 9am Pacific and 12 noon Eastern time.

Official website of the CalmiGo Smart Calming Companion

This is the tutorial video for the CalmiGo product.

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Show 213 Anxiety Lessons from Fictional Detectives

Anxiety, Culture, Depression, OCD, PTSD, Trauma

I was viewing CBS Sunday Mornings Jane Pauley about her journey regarding depression and bi-polar depression. And how people will come up to her and start talking about their issues with the illness.

There are a lot of foot soldiers who are trying to do the right thing about sharing reliable information about mental health treatment.

I make no secret that I am on the same journey as other people. There are weeks when I think I should shut it down. And sometimes I might miss an episode because life can get a bit too much.

But I also know that telling folks that there is help, it is accessible in a variety of forms and that there isn't a quick fix is an important thing to do.

With a medical diagnosis of anxiety or depression, you do have to make adjustments on how you go forward. You have to look at what you are putting in your body.

You have to look at your environment - is it a healthy one for you? Do you want or don't want to take medication? It is a choice.

Honestly, you have to find what is right for you. I could list 1,000 things you could do. You might only need seven. Or the 1,001 that neither of us knows about.

Treatment isn't the MacGuffin. It is the journey in claiming bits of yourself before you find it. That is hard for many people to accept. There is work involved.

There is much more to it and that is why there are a bunch of episodes on a variety of topics. Some you might resonate with and others are crap to you.

That is ok. Or you might just come to the blog and find something a resource you can use. That works for me too.

In this episode, something a little different. This is a look at some of the famous detectives of fiction that may or may not have an anxiety condition.

Some are self-declared and others have things projected on to them. But it is interesting to look at how the detectives function with the anxiety MacGuffin in the closet.

Resources Mentioned:

Jane Pauley via Sunday Morning on Recognizing Depression.

New York Times article, At Talkspace, Start-Up Culture Collides With Mental Health Concerns

Talkspace Founders Respond to New York Times article on Medium.

PTSD Resources

Episode 161 - a list of therapy search databases to aid you in finding a therapist.

ADAA.org brochure on Post Traumatic Stress Disorder.

Psychiatry.org has an information page about PTSD as well.

Daylio Self-Care Bullet Journal app to help keep track of your moods, task and goals. It is available for iOS and Android devices.

OCD Resources

Helpguide.org information page on Obsessive Compulsive Disorder.

ADAA.org has a brochure on Obsessive Compulsive Disorder

The International OCD Foundation also has a resource page on the topic, including a page that evaluates apps for those trying to control their condition..

Grief Resources

The non-profit What's Your Grief has a resource section with solo learning courses about various aspects of the grieving process.

From Psychology Today a post about Bereavement Anxiety Managing anxiety after the death of a loved-one.

Detectives Hook-Ups

On YouTube, you can find episodes of 1970s Lord Peter Whimsey performed by Ian Carmichael or the audio book versions. There are also some clips and episodes of the 1987 version performed by actor Edward Petherbridge.

Dr. Lucy Worsley talks about Sayers and also mentions Whimsey's PTSD condition.

Agatha Christie official website with listing of her books, plays and other materials.

For those hard core and closer to the canon text visit The Baker Street Irregulars.

Monk - The Television Series via Fandom.com

If you need support contact the National Suicide Prevention Lifeline at 1-800-273-8255, the Trevor Project at 1-866-488-7386 or text “START” to 741-741.

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Show 196 Anxiety Music Video Self Care Reminders

Art, Breathing, Culture, Mindfulness, Music

I go between being rock solid to a quivering mess. Especially when people are making economic decisions about my worth on the planet. I don't know, something about it just doesn't sit right with me.

We do things differently around here. Inconsistent as well as predictable.This time out it is a look at certain music videos that might serve as reminders of some self-care techniques.

This time it is a look at specific music videos that might speak to the anxious in the ways that the normals might not make a connection. But you might. And it might help you remember a self-care technique that could help you feel more comfortable.

If you need support contact the National Suicide Prevention Lifeline at 1-800-273-8255, the Trevor Project at 1-866-488-7386 or text “START” to 741-741.

Resources Mentioned:

Voices in the Head and/or Existential Dread

Falling on Deaf Ears: When Others Don’t Honor Your Voice, blog post by Kristina Kelly

Til Tuesday Voices Carry

Gnarls Barkley's Crazy from the album St Elsewhere.

Depression or Is the Sky Blue? Really…I’ll take your word on it.

9 Ways to Take Care of Yourself When You Have Depression by By Margarita Tartakovsky

Godly and Creme with a simple visual meditation about the nature of being in pain and being vulnerable, Cry.

Mr. Johnny Cash with his haunting rendition of Hurt.

Doom and Damnation Party I'm Alright Jack!

Six Different Types of Grounding Exercises for Anxiety & Intense Emotions by Lexi Schimdt

Split Enz I Got You with the lyric I don't know why sometimes I get frightened.
Boomtown Rats I don't like Mondays based on a school shooting in 1979.
Oukast - Idewild Blue/Don't Chu Worry About Me

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CBS News This Morning Look at Mental Health - Accessing Treatment

Culture, Education, Medication, Treatment

CBS News This Morning focused a full show on the topic of mental health. Had a live audience, green ribbons and people asking questions.

We need more of this but we need doctors to recognize that there is a person behind the symptoms and that treatment can include a range of options. And questions need to be asked if that patient can afford or even get to the treatment site.

Not everyone drives or has decent mass transit.

If you want to see the full episode they have it on the CBS This Morning web site.

If you need support contact the National Suicide Prevention Lifeline at 1-800-273-8255, the Trevor Project at 1-866-488-7386 or text “START” to 741-741.

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Trailer for Comedy Won't Save You

Anxiety, Culture, Depression, Support

I don't know when or if this movie will appear at your local theater or streaming service but keep a beacon for it. The documentary is about comedians who have anxiety, depression or both.

And creativity can take you very far but like the title states, it won't save you unless you get treatment and take better care of yourself.

Downing a quart of libation isn't exactly taking care of business.

Or eating 40 donuts in a week or maxing out your card or the 1001 things we do to not acknowledge that there is a problem.

If you are new here check out the prior podcasts where there is info about the various ways you can learn about your condition, treatment options and resources.

If you need support contact the National Suicide Prevention Lifeline at 1-800-273-8255, the Trevor Project at 1-866-488-7386 or text “START” to 741-741.

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Soul Pancakes Video - Advice For Anyone Who's Struggling With Anxiety

Culture, Support

Yeah, you gotta know that you are not alone, that others have been down the road. This is from the YouTube series called Soul Pancakes. I love the last comment in the video. "It is so much better to move forward than to stay stuck."

If you are new to my audio podcast, check out the archive that might answer some of the questions that you might have about treatment. Also there is a link at the top of the page for a list of resources and treatment options.

The podcast is treatment agnostic, meaning that one treatment method isn't boosted as being the only way.

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Show 148 More Cognitive Behavioral Therapy Apps and Resources

Apps, Art, Breathing, CBT, Culture, Relaxation

In this episode, more about Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and some of the resources you can use to help you deal with your condition.

If you need support contact the National Suicide Prevention Lifeline at 1-800-273-8255, the Trevor Project at 1-866-488-7386 or text “START” to 741-741.

Resources Mentioned:

The Too Tired Project on Instagram is a photographic exploration of what depression and anxiety can look like. 4,000+ photos are on exhibit.

US News article about the hard rock band Sufferer and their music, which is an auditory ways of explaining to others what depression and anxiety sound like. What is cool about this is that the band is donating a portion of the profits to the ADAA.

Ah, the Dummies books. It is a not so cute way to reassure you that you can handle the material in the books. And yes, there is a book call Cognitive Behavioral Therapy for Dummies, 2nd edition. Wiley is the current owner/publisher. At the Wiley site, you can download a chapter to get a sense of how the authors handle the topic.

On Amazon there is another book called Managing Anxiety with CBT For Dummies that you can download on your reader or tablet. It is about 150 pages and it is a bit more focused on dealing with your problem. There is an abridged Audible version as well.

Stop Panic & Anxiety Self-Help app for Android users has info about cognitive behavioral therapy, panic attacks and what to do about it. There will be ads that will appear in the app. You can also visit the website Excel at Life's page on CBT to help change what they call irrational thinking.

What's Up? - Mental Health App for Android is also focused on CBT training. It uses grounding techniques, explains about negative thinking patterns, a diary and helps you to track when you feel you are in too deep. There is also an iOS version.

Pacifica is a two-fer, you can learn about cognitive behavioral therapy and meditation and more. The software can be accessed via the website, or as an iOS or Android app. There is a free version but there are also in-app purchase levels. Make sure you understand what you are purchasing.

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Two Videos on Shondaland About Mental Wellness Issues

Culture, Resilience, Support, Trauma

There is the right thing and then the thing you want to do that is wrong, you know it is wrong and you want to do it anyway. Damn ethics. There is a video on Shondaland that I wanted to post. But the video is hosted on Shondaland and there is no external link or embed code to the video.

It is a really good video by Yolo Akili Robinson that talks about mental health, mental wellness, and a bunch of other good stuff I think folks should pay attention to.

Now, I really want to share that video. And if I was a low life cretin, there are ways to extract that video from the web page. But just because you can do something doesn't mean that you should. This is what hurts at the moment but it will pass.

I did find another video that Mr. Robinson has on the BEAM Collective YouTube channel.

The stated purpose of the BEAM Collective is, from their website:

We are a collective of advocates, yoga teachers, artists, therapists, lawyers, religious leaders, teachers, psychologists and activists committed to the emotional/mental health and healing of Black communities.

I'm going to plunk this here and get on with the work of the day.

If you need support contact the National Suicide Prevention Lifeline at 1-800-273-8255, the Trevor Project at 1-866-488-7386 or text “START” to 741-741.

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Links to other sites are provided for information purposes only and do not constitute endorsements.

Always seek the advice of a qualified health provider with questions you may have regarding a medical or mental health disorder.

This blog and podcast is intended for informational and educational purposes only.

Nothing in this program is intended to be a substitute for professional psychological, psychiatric or medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment.

Show 130 Anxiety Travel Tips or Things Can Go Wrong

Breathing, Culture, Resilience, Support

Still on the vacation side of the fence for July and August. In this episode, I want to talk about how you can have a back-up plan to the back-up plan and how things can still go wrong.

I also mention about acceptance. Because there will be times that you will do the best that you can do and it will not work.

You will have an attack. Accept that it has happened and transition to taking care of yourself and doing better next time. The music in the episode is by Purple Planet at http://www.purple-planet.com.

If you need support contact the National Suicide Prevention Lifeline at 1-800-273-8255, the Trevor Project at 1-866-488-7386 or text “START” to 741-741.

Resources Mentioned:

Rhiannon Picton-James article in the New York Times Please Stop Merchandising Mental Illness.

Louie Prima and Keely Smith in a spirited rendition of I A'int Go Nobody.

National Alliance on Mental Health page about anxiety disorders, treatment and support.

From 2017 on Anxiety.org post about the Link Between Experiences of Racism and Stress and Anxiety for Black Americans: A Mindfulness and Acceptance-Based Coping Approach

Verywell Mind post on Tips for Traveling while Panic Disorder and Anxiety.

Allie Mason of the Health Mason blog on planning for travel called Tips for Anxious Travelers.

Lauren at Never Ending Journey has 2014 write up about how anxiety/panic disorders affected her life and how she transitioned from being home bound to a travel blogger.

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Voices in the Head and/or Existential Dread Falling on Deaf Ears: When Others Don’t Honor Your Voice, blog post by Kristina Kelly Til Tuesday Voices Carry Gnarls Barkley's Crazy from the album St Elsewhere.

Depression or Is the Sky Blue? Really…I’ll take your word on it.

Doom and Damnation Party I'm Alright Jack!

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Voices in the Head and/or Existential Dread

Falling on Deaf Ears: When Others Don’t Honor Your Voice, blog post by Kristina Kelly

Til Tuesday Voices Carry

Gnarls Barkley's Crazy from the album St Elsewhere.