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  • A Simple Technique to Relax Your Body and Quiet Anxiety

    A Simple Technique to Relax Your Body and Quiet Anxiety
    Jul 1 2026
    Anxiety doesn’t just affect your thoughts—it affects your body as well. Many people unknowingly carry stress in the form of tight shoulders, a clenched jaw, neck pain, headaches, or chronic muscle tension. In this excerpt from Rewire Your Anxious Brain: How to Use the Neuroscience of Fear to Overcome Anxiety, Panic, and Worry (Second Edition), you’ll discover why anxiety creates physical tension and how that tension can leave you feeling exhausted, even when you’re not aware of it. What’s in this episode? In this episode, you’ll learn how to practice Progressive Muscle Relaxation, a simple, evidence-based technique that helps calm the nervous system by systematically releasing tension throughout the body. With regular practice, this powerful exercise can help reduce stress, ease anxious feelings, and create a greater sense of relaxation, balance, and well-being. What are the benefits of Progressive Muscle Relaxation? • Feel calmer and more relaxed throughout the day• Reduce the physical symptoms of anxiety and stress• Ease tension in the jaw, neck, shoulders, back, and other trouble spots• Conserve energy by eliminating unnecessary muscle tension• Improve your ability to cope with stressful situations• Quiet the body’s “fight-or-flight” response• Experience greater physical comfort and emotional resilience• Build a practical relaxation skill that becomes more effective with practice Catherine M. Pittman, PhD, is an associate professor at Saint Mary’s College in Notre Dame, IN. A licensed clinical psychologist in private practice in South Bend, IN, she specializes in the treatment of brain injuries and anxiety disorders. She is a member of the Anxiety and Depression Association of America (ADAA) and provides workshops and seminars on the topics of anxiety and stress. You May Also Enjoy these Episodes:Mastery Mindset: Embracing Challenge and Finding Your PurposeOvercome Anxiety with MindfulnessTapping into Inner Wisdom: A Conversation with Robert Rabbin Rewire Your Anxious Brain: How to Use the Neuroscience of Fear to Overcome Anxiety, Panic, and Worry (Second Edition) You Can Buy or Download this Audiobook Free from: Audible USAudible UK This episode is brought to you by Wetware Media. Check out Wetware Media’s catalog of 100+ audiobooks — specializing in psychology, spirituality, self-help, personal growth, and guided meditations. Wetware Media audiobooks offer actionable, expert advice to ease anxiety, improve meditation and mindfulness, calm emotions, and help create a life you’ll love. The post A Simple Technique to Relax Your Body and Quiet Anxiety appeared first on Your Great Journey.
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  • Why Your Brain Creates Anxiety—and How You Can Rewire It

    Why Your Brain Creates Anxiety—and How You Can Rewire It
    Mar 25 2026
    Discover the brain pathways behind anxiety—and the potential for change. What’s actually happening in your brain when anxiety takes over? In this excerpt from the new and best-selling audiobook Rewire Your Anxious Brain: How to Use the Neuroscience of Fear to Overcome Anxiety, Panic, and Worry (Second Edition), you’ll discover how the brain creates fear and worry—and why it’s more capable of change than you might think. Understanding these pathways can help you begin taking back control. What’s in this episode? In this episode, we’re sharing an excerpt from the new audiobook Rewire Your Anxious Brain: How to Use the Neuroscience of Fear to Overcome Anxiety, Panic, and Worry (Second Edition), by psychologist Dr. Catherine Pittman and Elizabeth Karle, as they delve into the empowering topic of changing thinking patterns. Tune in to discover their tips on cognitive restructuring, which can help to reduce anxiety-inducing thoughts. Catherine M. Pittman, PhD, is an associate professor at Saint Mary’s College in Notre Dame, IN. A licensed clinical psychologist in private practice in South Bend, IN, she specializes in the treatment of brain injuries and anxiety disorders. She is a member of the Anxiety and Depression Association of America (ADAA) and provides workshops and seminars on the topics of anxiety and stress. You May Also Enjoy these Episodes:Mastery Mindset: Embracing Challenge and Finding Your PurposeOvercome Anxiety with MindfulnessTapping into Inner Wisdom: A Conversation with Robert Rabbin Download our FREE eBook: Calm Your Mind: 50 Effective Strategies to Relieve Anxiety & Stress. Rewire Your Anxious Brain: How to Use the Neuroscience of Fear to Overcome Anxiety, Panic, and Worry (Second Edition) You Can Buy or Download this Audiobook Free from: Audible USAAudible UK This episode is brought to you by Wetware Media. Check out Wetware Media’s catalog of 100+ audiobooks — specializing in psychology, spirituality, self-help, personal growth, and guided meditations. Wetware Media audiobooks offer actionable, expert advice to ease anxiety, improve meditation and mindfulness, calm emotions, and help create a life you’ll love. The post Why Your Brain Creates Anxiety—and How You Can Rewire It appeared first on Your Great Journey.
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    14 mins
  • Broken Up, Not Broken: Healing After A Breakup

    Broken Up, Not Broken: Healing After A Breakup
    Jan 21 2026
    Healing after a breakup can feel impossible, but it’s the key to reclaiming your life and confidence. In the audiobook Who Am I Without You?: Fifty-Two Ways to Rebuild Self-Esteem After a Breakup, Dr. Christina Hibbert shows you how to move through the pain, not around it. In this episode, we dive into her powerful Tears method—a practical approach that guides you through grief by embracing your emotions. By allowing yourself to fully experience your pain, you can unlock the strength needed to rebuild and heal from within. Today’s excerpt from the audiobook Who Am I Without You?: Fifty-Two Ways to Rebuild Self-Esteem After a Breakup is more than just advice—it’s a roadmap for emotional healing after a breakup. If you’ve been feeling stuck or unsure about how to move forward, Dr. Hibbert’s compassionate guidance offers the clarity and tools you need to rebuild your self-esteem and move through the heartbreak with resilience. Don’t miss this powerful, transformative episode. What’s in this episode? In this episode, we’re featuring an excerpt from the audiobook Who Am I Without You?: Fifty-Two Ways to Rebuild Self-Esteem After a Breakup by Dr. Christina Hibbert, where you’ll discover a powerful method for healing after a breakup. Instead of avoiding or numbing your grief, Dr. Hibbert shows you how embracing your emotions and processing them with the right tools can be the key to rebuilding your confidence. You’ll explore the Tears method—a practical framework for grieving, with steps like talking, exercise, and creative expression, to help you move through the pain and start healing. If you’ve been struggling to find a way forward after a breakup, this episode offers a compassionate and actionable approach to reclaiming your strength. If you like what you hear today, the audio version of “Who Am I Without You?: Fifty-Two Ways to Rebuild Self-Esteem After a Breakup“ is available on Audible, and you can listen to it for free as part of your premium Spotify membership. This podcast is supported by: Wetware Media. Check out Wetware Media’s catalog of 100+ audiobooks — specializing in psychology, spirituality, self-help, personal growth, and guided meditations to help you create a life you’ll love! You May Also Enjoy these Episodes:Healing After a Breakup: Build a Support SystemSelf-Worth is More Important than Self-EsteemHealing After Heartbreak: Create the Life You Desire Download our FREE eBook: Calm Your Mind: 50 Effective Strategies to Relieve Anxiety & Stress. You Can Buy or Download this Audiobook Free from:Who Am I Without You?: Fifty-Two Ways to Rebuild Self-Esteem After a Breakup Audible USAudible UK Note that the information in this episode is of a general nature and is furnished for your knowledge and understanding only. If you have symptoms, including but not limited to any that resemble symptoms described in this episode, you should visit your doctor or health care provider for a full evaluation. The post Broken Up, Not Broken: Healing After A Breakup appeared first on Your Great Journey.
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    8 mins
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