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Anxiety Slayer™ with Shann and Ananga

708 episodes - English - Latest episode: 3 days ago - ★★★★ - 712 ratings

Anxiety Slayer is an Award-Winning anxiety relief podcast with supportive tips, tools, and practices to help you calm anxiety, stress, PTSD, and panic attacks. Celebrating 700 episodes and over 13 million downloads! Visit AnxietySlayer.com to listen in and get our free Anxiety Slayer Starter Course.

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Episodes

Join us & learn EFT Tapping for Anxiety Relief

April 04, 2013 16:42 - 5 minutes - 5.04 MB

Learn how to use EFT Tapping to ease stress & anxiety - join us on April 18th for an Introduction to EFT Teleclass You can find out more at: www.anxietyslayer.com/eftclass

When Illness Increases Anxiety

March 28, 2013 19:56 - 11 minutes - 10.3 MB

In this week's podcast we're answering a question sent in by a listener about how to help anxiety that is made worse by illness. For more information please visit us at www.AnxietySlayer.com

Clearing Traumas with EFT

March 22, 2013 19:40 - 9 minutes - 8.39 MB

Following on from last week's podcast about having a panic attack when driving and then finding driving uncomfortable from that point on - we're talking about the importance of clearing trauma and how EFT Tapping can help us do that for ourselves. Recommended Resource: EFT for Anxiety Relief

Help with Anxiety While Driving

March 15, 2013 16:15 - 10 minutes - 9.8 MB

In this week's podcast we're answering a reader's question about anxiety while driving. For tools to help you manage your stress and anxiety please visit the Slayer Store at AnxietySlayer.com

The Awareness Breath

March 07, 2013 15:54 - 3 minutes - 3.5 MB

In this week's podcast Shann shares a breathing exercise for bringing awareness to your breath and calm to your mind. For more breathing meditations to help you relax and calm your anxiety please visit the Slayer Store at AnxietySlayer.com

Sacred Heart Teachings

February 20, 2013 16:00 - 16 seconds - 15.2 MB

In this podcast Ananga asks Shann about her new Sacred Heart Teachings experience. Sacred Heart Teachings is a guide to help women open their hearts and heal their past so they can experience more joy. Find out more at AnxietySlayer.com

Help me stop hiding from anxiety

February 14, 2013 19:28 - 11 minutes - 10.3 MB

In this week's podcast we're answering a listener's question about help with hiding from anxiety. Hi, I hide from my anxiety with video games. I use brute force, fighting with myself to cope but there is so much pain that I need to numb. I'm working with my doctor, but do you have any tips? For resources to help with managing your anxiety please visit us at AnxietySlayer.com

The EFT World Tapping Summit starts Tonight - find out how to get your free place here

February 04, 2013 10:58 - 4 minutes - 3.88 MB

This is a quick reminder that The Tapping World Summit starts today February 4th so this is you last chance to register, if you haven't done so already. We've had a few questions about the Summit so Ananga is answering them here in case they are of interest to other listeners. To reserve your free place at the EFT Tapping Summit visit us at  www.AnxietySlayer.com

Discover how to Use EFT to Relieve Your Anxiety

January 31, 2013 19:46 - 22 minutes - 20.8 MB

We talk a lot on our podcast about the power of EFT Tapping for overcoming anxiety, so we want to make you aware of  this special opportunity. The World Tapping Summit starts on the 4th February 2013 - it is a great opportunity for you to learn EFT Tapping for a variety of issues. Visit the Anxiety Slayer website  at www.AnxietySlayer.com and register today! It's free!

The Importance of Self Care at the Start of a New Year

January 23, 2013 18:47 - 11 minutes - 10.1 MB

Shann and Ananga talk about the importance of self-care and getting back into a self-supportive routine at the start of the New Year.

When anxiety makes you feel small

January 17, 2013 09:32 - 8 minutes - 7.37 MB

A podcast about the feelings you get when you're at the bottom of the anxiety cycle when you feel like everything is so big and you are so small.

The Fear of Being Judged

January 11, 2013 15:20 - 12 minutes - 11.8 MB

In this week's podcast we're discussing a question from our facebook page - how to handle the fear of being judged.

Declare a Resolution Free Zone

January 03, 2013 15:51 - 5 minutes - 4.86 MB

Resolutions can sometimes increase our stress and anxiety. In this podcast, Shann dares you to be resolution free.

When Anxiety breaks into Your Safe Place

December 27, 2012 19:16 - 11 minutes - 10.6 MB

In this week's podcast Shann and Ananga answer the question is: "Last night during meditation, my heart starting racing. My anxiety has come back a bit the past week and I've been working through it. However last night unsettled me somewhat because meditation is often my "safe heaven" - anxiety doesn't touch me there, but last night it encroached on that sacred territory. Has this happened to you? I don't want to become apprehensive about future meditation as I love it so much."

Interview with Seamus Anthony of Rebel Zen

December 19, 2012 18:06 - 26 minutes - 24 MB

In this week's podcast Shann talks with Seamus Anthony author and blogger at RebelZen.com We are in the final week of our Anxiety Slayer Holiday Sale with just 5 days left to catch our Quick Anxiety Stopper or EFT for Anxiety Relief support programs at 20% off please visit us at AnxietySlayer.com to find out more...

Anxiety that Feels Like You're Losing Your Mind

December 11, 2012 13:50 - 11 minutes - 10.6 MB

In this week's podcast we answer the question: Do you have a podcast specifically about that awful aspect of anxiety/panic where it feels like you're losing you're mind (but have no idea why)? To help with this kind of anxiety we recommend using EFT Tapping. Our EFT for Anxiety Relief pack is currently on sale at 20% off until December 24 please visit us at AnxietySlayer.com to find out more.

How to Help Night Time Anxiety

November 28, 2012 11:05 - 14 minutes - 13.6 MB

In this week's podcast we answer the question: "I wake in the middle of sleep most nights at almost exactly 2am feeling hot and panicky. My heart races and I feel very frightened. Do you have any advice on what might be causing this and what might help?"

The Basics of Slaying Your Anxiety

November 21, 2012 17:00 - 12 minutes - 11.8 MB

In this week's podcast we answer a question about how to handle anxiety when you feel like it's winning. Resources mentioned in this podcast: EFT Tapping for Anxiety Relief - please visit us at AnxietySlayer.com to find our more and to see the Mind Map we created for this topic.

Talks with GoZen about Child Anxiety Relief

November 14, 2012 16:20 - 32 minutes - 30.2 MB

Shann talks with Renee Jain a positive psychology practitioner and creator of the GoStrengths and Gozen programs for teaching children and teens how to relieve their anxiety. To find out more please visit: gozen.com

Background Anxiety: when symptoms lurk beneath the surface

November 08, 2012 10:31 - 15 minutes - 14.1 MB

Shann and Ananga answer a question from a listener: Do you think it's possible to be having anxiety symptoms despite the fact that on the surface, I'm thinking everything is ok? Our EFT for Anxiety Relief Workbook and Audio course is on sale at half-price until tomorrow. Please visit AnxietySlayer.com to find out more.

Anxiety Slayer Goes to College

November 01, 2012 09:32 - 17 minutes - 15.9 MB

Shann talks about sharing Anxiety Slayer tools with a group of college students.

It's our birthday!

October 23, 2012 16:51 - 8 minutes - 7.68 MB

We're celebrating our 3rd Anniversary and would like to say a big thank you to all our listeners for joining us on our mission to wipe out the fear and discomfort of anxiety. As part of our celebration our EFT for Anxiety Relief program is available at half price until November 9th at AnxietySlayer.com

When Stress Makes you Sick

October 18, 2012 12:24 - 30 minutes - 27.6 MB

Shann talks with author Fay Jones about her new book When STRESS Makes You SICK

Are You Talking to Me?

October 12, 2012 08:19 - 15 minutes - 14.1 MB

Do you consider yourself an introvert, or an extrovert? Do you need quiet time to feel OK? Or do you thrive in bustling social situations? Shann and Ananga share their thoughts on the book Quiet: The Power of Introverts in a World That Can't Stop Talking by Susan Cain

Dealing with Persistent Negative Thoughts

October 04, 2012 12:08 - 12 minutes - 11.8 MB

Shann and Ananga respond to a listener's question about persistent negative thoughts and share their favourite techniques for coping with unwanted thoughts and calming their minds.

Autumn Can be Tough on Anxiety

September 27, 2012 17:47 - 7 minutes - 6.94 MB

In this podcast Shann and Ananga talk about why Autumn can be a tough season for anxiety sufferers and how you can protect yourself with the right foods and simple self-care measures to help you feel calm, healthy and loved up. To find out more about Ayurveda and anxiety relief, please visit us at AnxietySlayer.com

Talks with Carole Fogarty of Rejuvenation Lounge

September 20, 2012 16:06 - 25 minutes - 23.1 MB

In this week's podcast Shann talks with Carole Fogarty of Rejuvenation Lounge about the power of trusting your intuition and listening to your body.

The Art of Tolerance

September 14, 2012 09:04 - 4 minutes - 3.97 MB

Shann talks about how we choose to respond when we feel our personal space has been invaded. Our new album Emotional Peace is now available in the iTunes music store, we would love it if you listened to a preview.

How to Support Yourself with Ayurveda

September 07, 2012 12:12 - 17 minutes - 15.6 MB

Shann and Ananga answer a listener's question about Ayurveda: Can you go over how to support the different Doshas in every day life? I just found out that I am Vata body, Pitta mind, and I would love ideas about the best types of exercise, food, and self-care rituals to support this. You can find out more about Ayurveda and how it can help you manage anxiety on our website at www.AnxietySlayer.com

Tame your critical mind

August 29, 2012 07:32 - 5 minutes - 5.41 MB

In this podcast, Shann shares how you can tame your critical mind through the use of supportive tools like breathing exercises, guided relaxations and Emotional Freedom Technique.

Anxiety Slayer Talks with the Creator of the Panic Away Program

August 14, 2012 18:35 - 23 minutes - 21.4 MB

In this week's podcast Shann talks with the creator of the Panic Away Program and asks him about his personal experience with panic attacks and his mission to help 1 million panic and  anxiety sufferers by 2016. To find out more about Panic Away please visit us at AnxietySlayer.com

Can anxiety be cured?

August 02, 2012 20:30 - 11 minutes - 10.3 MB

Shann and Ananga discuss a listener's question: can anxiety be cured?

Summer Contest

July 24, 2012 11:32 - 2 minutes - 2.73 MB

Last month we released our second album,  Emotional Peace at the itunes music store and amazon.com. The album was created with mad love and is full of guided meditations and relaxations for challenging times. We want to share our supportive offering with as many people as possible so we decided to create a little contest. Find out more in this podcast and on our website at www.AnxietySlayer.com

Emotional Peace

July 20, 2012 19:09 - 14 minutes - 13.4 MB

Shann and Ananga talk about the creation of their new album Emotional Peace - guided meditations and affirmations for challenging times. Emotional Peace is available from CD Baby, Amazon and the iTunes music store now.

Anxiety About Multi-Tasking

July 12, 2012 16:27 - 12 minutes - 11.8 MB

In this week's podcast Ananga asks Shann to answer a question from a listener about the stress and anxiety caused by the pressure of multi-tasking at work. Our new album Emotional Peace is now in the iTunes music store - we would be delighted if you left us a review.

Health Anxiety a Knot in My Throat

July 06, 2012 14:28 - 13 minutes - 12.1 MB

In this podcast Shann and Ananga another listener question: "I've been experiencing a knot-like feeling in my throat that you sometimes get when you're really emotional, for example. It worries me that I think my throat will close up and I won't be able to breathe. Can this be related to anxiety? For the notes and resources mentioned in this podcast please see: Health Anxiety: A Lump in the throat and fear of not being able to breathe on AnxietySlayer.com

Out from Behind this Mask

June 28, 2012 16:35 - 3 minutes - 2.11 MB

What mask are you wearing to protect yourself from being seen? In this week's podcast Shann talks about what lies behind and beyond our protective masks.

Anxiety Slayer in the iTunes Music Store

June 22, 2012 15:55 - 7 minutes - 7.19 MB

We are delighted to announce that our first collection of guided relaxations is now available the iTunes music store. In this podcast we're talking about why we made Transition to Calm and how it can help you switch off stress and feel relaxed and calm. To listen to a sample please look up Transition to Calm in the iTunes music store.

How to Feel OK in Busy Places

June 07, 2012 16:21 - 4 minutes - 4.4 MB

Ananga shares tips for feeling safe and calm when away from home. We're delighted to announce our first collection of Guided Relaxations for stress and anxiety relief to be released to the iTunes music store: Transition to Calm available now on iTunes

3 Ways to Forgive Yourself and Open Your Heart

May 30, 2012 09:20 - 4 minutes - 4.41 MB

In this week's podcast Shann talks about the healing power of forgiveness: "If you are bludgeoning yourself for choices made in your unconscious youth or holding a grudge against someone who’s done you harm, it’s time to let it go and receive the healing power of forgiveness." For help with self healing and peace of mind please look up our new guided meditation collection: Transition to Calm available in the iTunes music store now.

Tips for Managing Anxiety when Travelling

May 17, 2012 18:52 - 17 seconds - 15.6 MB

This week's question: I have a question about handling challenges such as long flights, travel or other events that throw a routine to the wind. Are there tips and tricks for developing extra protection from those sometimes unavoidable challenges?

Foods that Increase Anxiety with Margaret Refell

May 08, 2012 17:23 - 33 minutes - 31 MB

In this week's podcast Shann talks with Margaret Reffell of LivingElite.ca Margaret explains why some foods increase anxiety and also shares her own personal story of recovery from anxiety and agoraphobia. For further information please see: Foods that Increase Anxiety on AnxietySlayer.com

How to Help Yourself Deal with Anxiety

April 27, 2012 09:28 - 10 minutes - 9.43 MB

In this podcast we're responding to a listener's question about dealing with anxiety. Points covered include: how to choose a technique to help you relax and start feeling more secure and settled, the power of proof and the power of persistence. For further informtion please visit: Help Dealing with Anxiety on AnxietySlayer.com

What helps panic attacks at night?

April 19, 2012 12:22 - 12 minutes - 11 MB

In this week's podcast we're talking about how to help night time panic attacks, in response to a question sent in by a listener. For more details on the self help anxiety tools mentioned in this podcast, please visit us at www.AnxietySlayer.com

Anxiety after Exercise

April 12, 2012 16:52 - 9 minutes - 8.37 MB

In this podcast a listener asks about how to cope with anxiety that was triggered after intense exercise. To find out more about resources mentioned in this podcast please visit www.AnxietySlayer.com

Anxiety Q&A: Anxiety About Having Anxiety

April 06, 2012 19:07 - 14 minutes - 13.3 MB

Shann and Ananga answer a listener's question "Any suggestions on how to cope with anxiety about having anxiety? I have suffered with anxiety for a few years now, but recently it has intensified - I'm finding that I'm getting constantly worried about the anxiety itself that it tends to manifest itself in more symptoms. Seems I cant escape the cycle... any ideas regarding how to combat this?" For links to the resources discussed in this show, please visit the website at www.AnxietySlayer.com

Spring Cleaning to Calm Your Anxiety

March 30, 2012 17:26 - 13 minutes - 12.8 MB

In this week's podcast we're talking about Ayurveda and Spring, and sharing ways that you can take advantage of this time of year to conquer your anxiety.

Self Care with Sacred Ritual

March 22, 2012 12:28 - 5 minutes - 4.96 MB

In this podcast, Shann talks about daily rituals that help us practice self care and create space for peaceful reflection.

Making Peace with Silence

March 16, 2012 12:18 - 7 minutes - 6.58 MB

Are you comfortable sitting in silence? Or do you feel the need to talk, text or tweet to fill the space? In this podcast Ananga talks about the peace of mind that comes from regaining a love of silence.

EFT for Anxiety Relief

March 09, 2012 14:52 - 16 minutes - 15.1 MB

Shann and Ananga discuss the benefits of using EFT for anxiety and introduce their new support tool EFT for Anxiety Relief - find out more by visiting the Slayer Store at AnxietySlayer.com

Guests

Eric Zimmer
3 Episodes
Neil Pasricha
1 Episode
Steven C. Hayes
1 Episode

Twitter Mentions

@psychcentral 1 Episode