Anxiety Slayer™ with Shann and Ananga

#752 This week on the Anxiety Slayer podcast we're sharing our favorite tips for calming anxiety during the holiday season. This episode includes a short guided relaxation practice for busy times.

Transcribed - Published: 12 December 2025

#751 This week we’re talking about how guided relaxations can help you achieve a deeper, more restful sleep each night.

Transcribed - Published: 28 November 2025

#750 Welcome back to the Anxiety Slayer podcast. This week we’re exploring one of our favorite seasonal rituals — a deeply nourishing Ayurvedic practice that helps calm anxious energy as we move into the colder, darker months… It’s what we lovingly call “oiling up” — also known as self-massage with warm oil, or Abhyanga.   This episode is sponsored by ASEA Discover ASEA, the groundbreaking supplement harnessing redox signaling technology to supercharge your cellular health! Unlike traditional vitamins and minerals, ASEA empowers your body to rejuvenate and protect itself from the inside out. Customers report increased energy, improved well-being, and a renewed zest for life! Visit ASEAGlobal.com/JULIATREAT today to learn more and take advantage of a 10% limited - time discount with the promo code JULIATREAT Transform your wellness journey with ASEA! ASEA is made in the USA and has a 30 day 100% money back guarantee

Transcribed - Published: 13 November 2025

#749 This week, we’re talking about what people wish others knew about living with anxiety, including thoughts from members of our private Facebook group who shared their feelings.

Transcribed - Published: 31 October 2025

#748 In this week’s episode of Anxiety Slayer, we’re talking about how we take care of ourselves when our minds start spinning stories about the worst that could happen.

Transcribed - Published: 17 October 2025

#747 Welcome back to Anxiety Slayer. Last week we shared practices to help you feel more calm and relaxed during uncertain times including candle gazing. Candle gazing is a supportive way to calm your nervous system and bring the light into darker mornings.  Enjoy the meditation.   You can find more of our Guided Meditations and Tapping Sessions on our Patreon at patreon.com/anxietyslayer

Transcribed - Published: 3 October 2025

#746: The headlines of the past six months have been heavy—full of division, brutality, and heartbreaking stories that can leave us feeling anxious, sad, or hopeless. In this episode of Anxiety Slayer, we explore how to care for your nervous system and emotional well-being in the midst of so much turmoil.

Transcribed - Published: 19 September 2025

#745 This week on the Anxiety Slayer podcast, we explore the question, “Can the weather make my anxiety worse?” And talk about why Autumn, with its changing seasons, can be challenging for those with anxiety. We also share practical tips on how to take care of yourself during this seasonal change.

Transcribed - Published: 5 September 2025

#744 This week on Anxiety Slayer we‘re talking about the “fiction” our minds create that can spin us into anxiety, stress, and self-doubt. We discuss how easily our thoughts can shrink us, how catastrophizing steals our peace, and, most importantly, the compassionate ways we can begin to rewrite those stories.

Transcribed - Published: 22 August 2025

#743 This week on the Anxiety Slayer podcast, we’re talking more about easy ways to use EFT Tapping to calm anxiety on challenging days.   For more anxiety support, join us on our Patreon where you can get a deeper dive into some of the topics we cover as well as over 200 downloads, including all of our guided relaxations and Tapping Sessions. Learn more at https://www.patreon.com/anxietyslayer

Transcribed - Published: 8 August 2025

#742 This week on the Anxiety Slayer podcast, we’re discussing practical ways you can support yourself when anxiety suddenly spikes and feels overwhelming.

Transcribed - Published: 25 July 2025

#741 This week on the Anxiety Slayer podcast we created a new guided relaxation to give you a break from the headlines and everything that feels heavy in the world right now. We hope you listen in and  come away feeling more calm and relaxed.   Narrated by Shann with music by Ananga.

Transcribed - Published: 10 July 2025

#740 In this episode of Anxiety Slayer, we explore how to create a personal oasis and cultivate a sense of safety during chaotic and uncertain times.

Transcribed - Published: 27 June 2025

This week on Anxiety Slayer, we are thrilled to share a new conversation with Dr. Dain Heer. Dain is the co-creator of Access Consciousness. Shann and Dain discuss the anxiety and fragmentation that so many of us experience and how these ungrounded energies hide our miraculousness.We talk about how easy it is to identify with anxiety, with contraction, or with the pain we carry in our bodies. And did you know that our limitations are often a protective shell, hiding the miracle that we are? Learn practices and powerful questions to open up more choice and freedom, like: “What am I pretending not to be, that if I were, would set me free?” Just sitting with this invitation/question creates more space around anxiety and self-judgment. If you’re feeling caught in a loop of anxiety, you’re not alone. The first step to changing your experience isn’t about fixing yourself, but allowing yourself to expand beyond old definitions, even if it feels unfamiliar. There is so much more to you than anxiety, panic, or any label you carry. You are a miracle! Join Dr. Dain and Access Consciousness facilitators and students around the globe on June 22nd for Being You Day.

Transcribed - Published: 13 June 2025

#738 In this week's Anxiety Slayer podcast, we're responding to the questions we are asked most about anxiety attacks. How can I stop anxiety attacks if I don’t know what’s causing them? Why do I feel unsettled for a few days after an anxiety attack? How can I stop the fear of an attack? Is it normal to feel nauseous and light-head with a panic attack? Can anxiety attacks be stopped without medication?   RESOURCES MENTIONED IN THIS EPISODE EFT Tapping for calming anxiety

Transcribed - Published: 30 May 2025

Anxiety may move through your mind and body, but it is not the whole of you. It’s just one part of your story — not your identity.   In today’s episode of Anxiety Slayer, we explore an empowering truth: you are so much more than the anxiety you experience.   Listen for inspiration, practical tools, and EFT Tapping prompts to help you reclaim your peace, and connect with your inner resilience.

Transcribed - Published: 16 May 2025

In this episode, we’re talking about the different ways anxiety can shrink our lives, and how to push back and regain ground.   ANXIETY SLAYER IS SPONSORED BY BETTERHELP Have you told yourself that therapy is too expensive?  We Understand. Traditional in-person therapy can cost anywhere from $100 to $250 per session. When you choose BetterHelp online therapy, you can save, on average, up to 50% per session. With BetterHelp, you pay a flat fee for weekly sessions and you can get quality care at a price that makes sense and can help you with anything from anxiety to everyday stress. Therapy is excellent for learning positive coping skills and how to set boundaries; and empowers you to be the best version of yourself With over 30,000 therapists, BetterHelp is the world's largest online therapy platform Simply join a session with the click of a button! Your well-being is worth it. Visit  betterhelp.com/slayer  today to get 10% off your first month.

Transcribed - Published: 2 May 2025

#735 We often talk about the benefits of keeping a journal, in this episode we're going to discuss one of the pitfalls to look out for when living with anxiety, or when you’re going through challenging times.   THIS EPISODE IS SPONSORED BY BETTERHELP Do you have a support system?  In a culture that glorifies hyper independence, it's easy to forget that we thrive when we're supported. Therapy is one of the most valuable forms of support available. It's not about having all the answers. It's about having a safe space to process, reflect, and grow. You're not meant to navigate your life alone. At BetterHelp, you can access a diverse network of more than 30,000 credentialed therapists with a wide range of specialties and easily switch therapists anytime at no extra cost. Build your support system with better help.  Visit  betterhelp.com/slayer  today to get 10% off your first month.

Transcribed - Published: 18 April 2025

#734 In this episode of Anxiety Slayer, we discuss how to find calm during tough times, share our own experiences, and highlight the importance of knowing ourselves.   This episode is sponsored by BetterHelp Have you told yourself that therapy is too expensive?  Traditional in-person therapy can cost anywhere from $100 to $250 per session,. When you choose BetterHelp online therapy, you can save, on average, up to 50% per session.  With BetterHelp, you pay a flat fee for weekly sessions and you can get quality care at a price that makes sense and can help you with anything from anxiety to everyday stress. With over 30,000 therapists, BetterHelp is the world's largest online therapy platform Simply join a session with the click of a button! Visit www.betterhelp.com/slayer Today to get 10% off your first month.

Transcribed - Published: 4 April 2025

#733 This week on the Anxiety Slayer Podcast, we're talking about listening to your nervous system and what you can do to feel better when you're stressed, triggered, upset, or tired.   THIS EPISODE IS SPONSORED BY BETTERHELP Do you have a support system?  In a culture that glorifies hyper independence, it's easy to forget that we thrive when we're supported. Therapy is one of the most valuable forms of support available. It's not about having all the answers. It's about having a safe space to process, reflect, and grow. You're not meant to navigate your life alone. At BetterHelp, you can access a diverse network of more than 30,000 credentialed therapists with a wide range of specialties and easily switch therapists anytime at no extra cost. Build your support system with better help.  Visit  betterhelp.com/slayer  today to get 10% off your first month.

Transcribed - Published: 21 March 2025

We've been receiving messages from members of our community who are finding anxiety is affecting their sleep, so in this week's podcast we are sharing a gift from us to you: one of our guided relaxations for anxiety-free sleep from our Sleep Album.

Transcribed - Published: 14 March 2025

Feeling overwhelmed? You're not alone. This week on the Anxiety Slayer podcast, we share our insights on managing anxiety when even the smallest tasks feel like too much. We're talking about the importance of self-compassion, mindfulness, and setting healthy boundaries for your peace of mind.   This episode is sponsored by BetterHelp Therapy is one of the most valuable forms of support available. It's not about having all the answers. It's about having a safe space to process, reflect, and grow. You're not meant to navigate your life alone. At BetterHelp, you can access a diverse network of more than 30,000 credentialed therapists with a wide range of specialties and easily switch therapists anytime at no extra cost. Build your support system with better help.  Visit www.betterhelp.com/slayer Today to get 10% off your first month.

Transcribed - Published: 7 March 2025

#730 This week on the Anxiety Slayer podcast, we are sharing an introduction to EFT Tapping. If you've been feeling anxious and are searching for a compassionate, holistic approach to managing your anxiety, we want to help make things as simple and supportive as possible.

Transcribed - Published: 28 February 2025

#729 In this week's episode of the Anxiety Slayer podcast, we're talking about an important teaching from Ayurveda that highlights how our emotional well-being impacts every aspect of our lives and why it should our priority.   This episode of Anxiety Slayer is sponsored by BetterHelp Give online therapy a try and save 10% on your first month at betterhelp.com/SLAYER.

Transcribed - Published: 21 February 2025

#728 This week on the Anxiety Slayer podcast, we’re exploring the powerful benefits—and unexpected challenges—of embracing deep rest.   For guided support for intention rest join us on our Patreon where you can find all our guided relaxations and Tapping sessions. patreon.com/anxietyslayer

Transcribed - Published: 14 February 2025

#727: This week on the Anxiety Slayer podcast we’re exploring all of the ways we can unknowingly fuel our anxiety. The things we do that build anxiety beneath our level of awareness. It rumbles, and we push on, until it builds to the point where we can’t ignore it anymore and, by then, we usually feel awful.   This episode of Anxiety Slayer is sponsored by BetterHelp Give online therapy a try and save 10% on your first month at betterhelp.com/SLAYER.

Transcribed - Published: 7 February 2025

#726 We hope you enjoy this Guided Relaxation from our Peace album Beyond the Clouds is a guided relaxation for anxiety relief and respite from anxious racing thoughts. This practice is lead by Shann with music by Ananga.   Join us on our Patreon We have over 200 downloads available on Patreon including all of our guided relaxations, Tapping Sessions, and extra resources for calming your anxiety. Learn more at patreon.com/anxietyslayer

Transcribed - Published: 30 January 2025

#725 This week we’re discussing how to take good care of your nervous system. Many people are feeling the stress of current events. Listen in for valuable suggestions to help you look after yourself if you feel like you are carrying the weight of the world on your shoulders.   This episode of Anxiety Slayer is sponsored by BetterHelp Give online therapy a try and save 10% on your first month at betterhelp.com/SLAYER.

Transcribed - Published: 24 January 2025

#724 This week on Anxiety Slayer, we’re talking about something we get asked a lot, how to live well when anxious thoughts are breaking in to our mind.   Thanks for listening!    For support with starting a daily calming practice, you can join our popular online course, Small Steps to Big Change which is available on our Patreon along with over 200 guided relaxations, Tapping Sessions and classes to help you slay your anxiety.

Transcribed - Published: 17 January 2025

#723 This week on the Anxiety Slayer podcast we're talking about how having a regular anxiety calming practice can help you feel calm and present as you begin the New Year.   This show is sponsored by BetterHelp  What do you want your 2025 story to be? Every January is an invitation to start fresh. Perhaps there’s a part of your life that you are looking to change. And while we’re not big on recommending resolutions, setting positive intentions and working with a therapist can be super helpful and you navigate the days ahead. BetterHelp is fully online, making therapy affordable and convenient, serving over 5 million people worldwide.   Write your story, with BetterHelp. Visit  betterhelp.com/slayer  today to get 10% off your first month.

Transcribed - Published: 10 January 2025

Happy New Year! This week, on the Anxiety Slayer Podcast, we’re talking about how New Year’s Resolutions can cause additional stress and anxiety and what you can do instead.

Transcribed - Published: 2 January 2025

#721 This week on the Anxiety Slayer podcast we're sharing our favorite tips for calming anxiety during the holiday season. This episode includes a self-care guided practice for busy times.   This show is sponsored by BetterHelp  Therapy is a great way to bring yourself some comfort that never goes away even during the winter months and holiday season. Therapy is great for learning positive coping skills, how to set boundaries, and it empowers you to be the best version of yourself.  Give better help a try, it's entirely online, convenient, and flexible. All you have to do is fill out a brief questionnaire, and you'll get matched with a licensed therapist.  Find comfort this December with Better Help  Visit BetterHelp.com/slayer today to get 10% off your first month.

Transcribed - Published: 20 December 2024

#720 This week we're sharing our Grounding Breath guided relaxation to help you find some moments of peace in all of the hustle of this holiday season. Please share with anyone who you think might find it helpful. You can find more of our guided meditations here and on our Patreon.

Transcribed - Published: 13 December 2024

#719 This week on the Anxiety Slayer podcast we're talking about how to care for yourself if you struggle with social anxiety during the holiday season.   Related Resource: To learn EFT Tapping as described in this episode you can get our Freedom from Social Anxiety Online Course

Transcribed - Published: 6 December 2024

#718 This week on the Anxiety Slayer podcast, we’re talking about how you can prepare for travel during the holidays and minimize anxiety. This show is sponsored by BetterHelp  This month is all about gratitude. We have so many people in our life that show up to support us, whether that be good friends, or therapists, so here's a reminder to give some thanks to the people in your life, including yourself!   If you’re thinking of starting therapy, give BetterHelp a try. It’s easy to get started and it's not just for people who've experienced trauma. Just fill out a brief questionnaire to get matched with a licensed therapist.   Let the gratitude flow with BetterHelp. Visit BetterHelp.com/slayer today to get 10% off your first month.

Transcribed - Published: 29 November 2024

#717 This week on the Anxiety Slayer Podcast, we’re talking about how sensitive people living with anxiety can become easily overwhelmed by their environment, the media, and the emotions of those around them.Listen in for tips and suggestions to help you learn how to shield yourself from external triggers that bring on anxiety.

Transcribed - Published: 22 November 2024

#715 This week on the Anxiety Slayer podcast we're talking about how you can support yourself when anxiety gets triggered. This show is sponsored by BetterHelp  This month is all about gratitude. We have so many people in our life that show up to support us, whether that be good friends, or therapists, so here's a reminder to give some thanks to the people in your life, including yourself!   If you’re thinking of starting therapy, give BetterHelp a try. It’s easy to get started and it's not just for people who've experienced trauma. Just fill out a brief questionnaire to get matched with a licensed therapist.   Let the gratitude flow with BetterHelp. Visit BetterHelp.com/slayer today to get 10% off your first month.

Transcribed - Published: 8 November 2024

#714 In our 15th anniversary episode of Anxiety Slayer, we share a conversation about our friendship and experience together over the last 15 years: how we met, our podcasting journey, some of our favorite moments, the recognition we've received.   To celebrate our 15-year anniversary, all of the courses in the Anxiety Slayer Academy are half price!   If there is a course you've been thinking of enrolling in, this is the time to do it! Visit the Anxiety Slayer Academy and take a peek at all of our course offerings to see which course resonates with you at anxietyslayeracademy.com

Transcribed - Published: 1 November 2024

#713 In this week’s episode, we’re covering five common causes of anxiety to be mindful of. Listen in to know the triggers to look out for and how to stop them from escalating your anxiety.

Transcribed - Published: 25 October 2024

#712 This week on the Anxiety Slayer podcast, we’re exploring the power of self-compassion when navigating through stress and anxiety.   This show is sponsored by BetterHelp  What’s something that scares you? Halloween lets us have fun with what scares us. But what about those fears that don't involve ghouls and ghosts? Sometimes the scariest thing is not facing our fears in the first place, and holding ourselves back.    Therapy is helpful for uncovering and facing what you’re afraid of. It isn’t just for those who’ve experienced major trauma.   If you’re thinking of starting therapy, give BetterHelp a try. It’s easy to get started. Just fill out a brief questionnaire to get matched with a licensed therapist.   Overcome your fears, with BetterHelp. Visit BetterHelp.com/slayer today to get 10% off your first month.

Transcribed - Published: 18 October 2024

#711 This week on the Anxiety Slayer podcast, we’re exploring how you can be more gentle with yourself when living with stress and anxiety.   Thanks for listening!    If you love our podcast, please consider exploring our Patreon for loads of Anxiety Slayer Extras for calming anxiety including exclusive posts, guided meditations, Tapping sessions, popular episodes from our archives, and more. Check it out at patreon.com/anxietyslayer

Transcribed - Published: 11 October 2024

510: This week we’re responding to a question from our Facebook group that we get asked often about how to prepare for and face medical testing and your results without being terrified.   RESOURCES FOR THIS EPISODE:   The SOS Tapping Sessions on our Patreon at https://www.patreon.com/anxietyslayer   And our Freedom From Health Anxiety Course, where you will find our Guided Tapping Sessions for calming the fear that there may be something wrong with you, our healing affirmations, and a lesson on the Bach Flower Remedies that help most with Health Anxiety and how to create your own supportive blend at www.AnxietySlayerAcademy.com

Transcribed - Published: 4 October 2024

#707: This week on the Anxiety Slayer podcast, we’re exploring the transformative journey of menopause. This stage of life brings significant changes to both the mind and body, and it’s crucial to understand how to care for yourself during this time. We’ll discuss what to expect, common challenges, and practical tips for maintaining your physical and mental well-being. This episode is sponsored by Alarmy If you are a heavy sleeper who has a hard time waking up in the morning even when you set up several alarms and worry you’ll be late for work or school, the Alarmy app that is a game changer! With this alarm, you have no choice but to wake up in the morning. Plus, it can even help you sleep better at night. The Wake up Missions guarantee you get up! You can set up a Math mission, Shake mission or Squat mission that has to be completed before your alarm can be turned off. You can even set up a sleep analysis that analyzes you breathing and sleep efficiency. All of these features are available in the Alarmy free app available for Apple and Android operating systems. Use the link to try out Alarmy today https://link.alar.my/slayer

Transcribed - Published: 13 September 2024

#706: This week on the Anxiety Slayer Podcast we’re sharing tips for how you can calm your nervous system and regulate your emotional responses to all that life brings you. This show is sponsored by BetterHelp What’s something you’ve always wanted to learn? As an adult, do you make time to learn new things as often as you’d like or do you put your interests off for another time? What’s something you’d like to learn? Gardening, a new language, or maybe how to finally beat your best friend in bowling? Therapy can help you reconnect with your sense of wonder, because your “back-to-school” era can come at any age. If you’re thinking of starting therapy, give BetterHelp a try. Just fill out a brief questionnaire to get matched with a licensed therapist, and switch therapists any time for no additional charge. Rediscover your curiosity with BetterHelp. Visit BetterHelp.com/slayer today to get 10% off your first month.

Transcribed - Published: 6 September 2024

#705 In this week’s episode of Anxiety Slayer, we’re responding to listener question about a common struggle many people face—managing the fear that comes with anxiety and, more specifically, the fear of anxiety, or having an anxiety attack. Thanks for listening! If you love our podcast, please consider exploring our Patreon for loads of Anxiety Slayer Extras for calming anxiety including exclusive posts, guided meditations, Tapping sessions, popular episodes from our archives, and behind-the-scenes conversations. Learn more at patreon.com/anxietyslayer

Transcribed - Published: 16 August 2024

Today we're sharing tips from Ayurveda (India's ancient science of life) on how to calm your anxiety in the Summer heat.

Transcribed - Published: 9 August 2024

#703: This week we’re sharing the benefits of adding massage, shiatsu, or acupuncture into your wellness routine to help calm stress and anxiety. This show is sponsored by Tanasi Tanasi is a University Developed 1:1 CBD+CBDA Formula that is 2 times more potent than CBD Alone. Experience all natural relief to calm your mind, relieve aches and pains, and get a good night’s sleep. Go to Tanasi.com and use the PROMO CODE SLAYER to get 25% off at checkout.

Transcribed - Published: 2 August 2024

#702 In our final episode of the "Restful Nights series," we’re talking about how to calm the unwelcome thoughts that can affect our sleep. This show is sponsored by BetterHelp Are you making your self-care a non-negotiable priority? When your schedule is packed with work, school or raising a family, it’s easy to let your priorities slip. But when you feel like you have no time for yourself, non-negotiables like therapy are more important than ever. Therapy is helpful for learning positive coping skills and how to set boundaries; it empowers you to be the best version of yourself and such a gift to be heard by someone objective. If you’re thinking of starting therapy, give BetterHelp a try. It’s entirely online. Designed to be convenient, flexible, and suited to your schedule. Never skip therapy day, with BetterHelp. Visit BetterHelp.com/slayer today to get 10% off your first month.

Transcribed - Published: 26 July 2024

#701: In the 3rd episode of the Anxiety Slayer Restful Nights series we are discussing more practical tips to improve your sleep quality. Learn how to optimize your sleep environment, establish a relaxing bedtime routine and learn breathing exercises that can help you relax and unwind before bed. This show is sponsored by Tanasi Tanasi is a University Developed 1:1 CBD+CBDA Formula that is 2 times more potent than CBD Alone. Experience all natural relief to calm your mind, relieve aches and pains, and get a good night’s sleep. Go to Tanasi.com and use the PROMO CODE SLAYER to get 25% off at checkout.

Transcribed - Published: 19 July 2024

#700: In the 2nd episode of the Anxiety Slayer Restful Nights series we explore the power of meditation in promoting deep and rejuvenating sleep. We share mindfulness practices, Tapping suggestions and a guided relaxation in the 2nd half of the show. This show is sponsored by Tanasi Tanasi is a University Developed 1:1 CBD+CBDA Formula 2 times more potent than CBD Alone. Experience all natural relief to calm your mind, relieve aches and pains, and get a good night’s sleep. Go to Tanasi.com and use the PROMO CODE SLAYER to get 25% off at checkout.

Transcribed - Published: 12 July 2024