Reduce Anxiety by Playing With A Ball

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I'm always on the look out for a good viable tip on handling anxiety. This one is from Michael Brun.




It is short and to the point, or the sphere if you will. The brain can process two things at a time but three or more and it will re-focus on physical action before perceived meltdowns.

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Episode 022 - mindGear and Freespira

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2026 Update: Seems like both these products websites have gone to the 404 heaven of nothingness. This is now a historical post of the before times.

If you have to go shopping here are two treatment related devices you might want to have placed in your cart. They ain't cheap and you should investigate them to make sure they fit your needs before your buy.




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Resources Mention:

MindGear CES For Anxiety and Insomnia. 2023 update, for those living in the U.S. a healthcare provider need to approve use of this device. Outside of the U.S. the consumer can order this device. 

Freespira Breathing System http://freespira.com/faqs



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Episode 021 Dental Anxiety or Maybe Something More...

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A heartfelt episode. I should say a tooth-felt episode because the pain of wisdom is rocking the house tonight. It is a cavity of sensations but it doesn't have to be this way.



Resources Mentioned:


Ask The Dentist http://askthedentist.com

Ask The Dentist YouTube Channel  https://www.youtube.com/user/askthedentist


Know Your Teeth – Why Am I Anxious in the Dental Office from the Academy of General Dentistry http://www.knowyourteeth.com






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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Episode 020 More on CAM for Anxiety and Panic Disorders

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There is a lot to check out in this weeks podcast. Taking a look at how complementary and alternative medicine can help with anxiety and panic disorders. I have a list of resources. Be skeptical but open to the possible.



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Breathe Baby Breathe or Fill It Up

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In the next episode I'll have a short breathing exercise. I'll also talk more about CAM and related resources.




In the meantime, for those of you that want the scientific, medically validated version of why deep breathing is important, especially for those of us that have an anxiety or panic disorder, this video by Dr. Berg should give you the details.

Yes, you can be air hungry!

Fill-up and feast on the air before somebody puts a meter on it.

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Episode 019 Overview of Complementary and Alternative Medicine and the book Furiously Happy

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In this episode, Jenny Lawson’s book Furiously Happy and a overview of Complementary and Alternative Medicine.




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