The Anxiety Chicks

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The Anxiety Chicks

Alison Seponara, MS, LPC and Taylor Marae MS, RDN are diving deep into a the reality of anxiety and mental health! Listen as Alison and Taylor explore all things anxiety healing while keeping it REAL...including their own struggles with mental health. Alison and Taylor bring their expertise as healthcare professionals to the conversation while discussing the tools and strategies you need to heal the anxious mind. Follow Alison & Taylor on Instagram along with almost 1 million other healers @theanxietyhealer & @health_anxiety.

  1. 2 DAYS AGO

    212. Hangxiety: The Post-Drink Panic No One Warned Us About

    “Hangxiety: The Post-Drink Panic No One Warned Us About” In this episode, Taylor and Alison dive into a phenomenon that so many of us know too well: hangxiety — the anxiety that hits after drinking alcohol. Whether it’s racing thoughts, regret spirals, or waking up with that “what did I say last night?” dread… you're not alone.The chicks open up about their own experiences with hangxiety, explore why it happens (yes, there’s a science-y reason), and share their favorite tools to help ease the shame, calm the nervous system, and make more empowered choices around drinking. If you’ve ever sworn off alcohol mid-panic only to find yourself back at happy hour the next week… this one’s for you. 🕒 Episode Chapters 00:00 – Introduction and Personal Updates 03:01 – The Rise of Pickleball and Social Connections 06:02 – Hangover Anxiety: A Personal Journey 12:04 – Cultural Influences on Drinking and Anxiety 17:51 – The Impact of Alcohol on Mental Health 23:59 – Reflections on Hookup Culture and Personal Experiences 26:54 – Party Culture and Its Consequences 34:10 – The Turning Point: Recognizing the Need for Change 42:00 – Navigating Life After Partying 46:45 – Understanding Alcohol’s Impact on Mental Health 53:56 – Finding Balance: A Healthier Relationship with Alcohol 🧠 Follow us on Instagram: @theanxietychicks | @theanxietyhealer | @health_anxiety ✨ Taylor’s #1 Anxiety Healing Supplement, Free Resources & More: https://peakofpanic.com/collections/all 🧰 Alison's Free Resources, Coaching & Healing Toolkit: www.theanxietyhealer.com 🎥 Subscribe on YouTube: Watch full episodes, interviews, and more anxiety healing content Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    55 min
  2. 17 APR

    211. The Anxiety of Aging: Unspoken Grief, Beauty Standards & Embracing the Gift of Growing Older

    In this powerful episode of The Anxiety Chicks, Alison and Taylor open up about the emotional journey of aging—particularly from a woman’s perspective. From the pressure to look a certain way to the silent grief of unmet expectations, they get real about what it means to grow older in a society that glorifies youth. The conversation explores the internal shifts that come with milestone birthdays like 30 or 40, the emotional weight of becoming a caregiver to aging parents, and the strength that can be found in the middle of life’s most tender transitions. Whether you're navigating body image, grieving what never was, or learning to love who you’re becoming—this episode is a reminder that aging is not a curse, but a privilege. 🧭 Chapters: 00:00 - Show Intro 01:19 - Introduction and Aging Perspectives 04:10 - The Emotional Journey of Aging 07:18 - Societal Pressures and Aging 13:19 - The Impact of Aging on Self-Worth 19:21 - Authenticity in Aging and Body Image 22:44 - Navigating Grief and Expectations 24:49 - The Biological Clock and Life Choices 26:43 - The Caregiver Role and Aging Parents 29:01 - Finding Strength in Grief 31:21 - Facing Mortality and Life's Uncertainties 33:51 - Grieving the Past and Embracing Change 36:20 - The Power of Aging and Self-Acceptance 41:03 - Finding Joy in the Present and Future Self 🧠 Follow us on Instagram @theanxietychicks | @theanxietyhealer | @health_anxiety 🎧 Subscribe on YouTube Watch full episodes & interviews 🛠️ Explore Holistic Anxiety Healing Tools Free resources, coaching, and more inside your healing toolkit www.theanxietyhealer.com 🎙️ New episodes every week — Don’t forget to rate & review! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    47 min
  3. 14 APR

    210. Help, They Haven’t Texted Back! — Anxiety, Attachment & The Texting Spiral

    In this episode, Alison and Taylor dive deep into the texting anxiety spiral — you know the one: you hit “send” and suddenly your nervous system is convinced you’ve ruined everything. Whether you're anxiously refreshing your screen or avoiding replies altogether, this one’s for every anxious texter out there. They break down: The difference between anxious texters, avoidant texters, and everything in between How our attachment styles shape the way we interpret silence or delayed replies Why dating brings out the worst of the texting mind games How to spot cognitive distortions like “mind reading” and “catastrophizing” The impact of lifestyle differences (like being phone-bound for work) on communication expectations Why your brain craves fast validation — and how to break that loop 🧠 Therapy Tools Mentioned: CBT techniques: Fact vs. Opinion, identifying thought distortions Self-regulation practices: Breathwork, journaling, movement Mindful journaling prompts to validate yourself instead of outsourcing it to someone else’s reply 🌿 Healing Tip of the Week: 📱 Send the text, then walk away. After hitting send, set a timer for 5 minutes and physically put your phone down. Give your brain a chance to breathe. Do something grounding — make lemonade, go for a walk, write a note to yourself, anything but stare at the typing bubble. 🗣 Quote of the Episode: “The brain doesn't get that fast validation… and suddenly, you're spiraling. But the silence isn't always personal. Sometimes, it's just life.”📲 Let’s Keep the Conversation Going: Can you go 5 minutes without checking your phone after sending a text? Tell us how it goes! 💬 Drop a comment or DM us on Instagram @theanxietychicks ⭐️ Don't Forget: If this episode resonated, subscribe, leave a review, and share it with your favorite overthinking friend who rereads their texts 5 times before hitting send. 😉 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    25 min
  4. 5 APR

    209. April Q&A: Best Anxiety Apps, Reflux Connection, Exercise Anxiety & More

    🎙️ Welcome back to The Anxiety Chicks monthly Q&A episode! Every first episode of the month, we answer your most-asked questions about healing, anxiety, and everything in between. 💬 Got a question you want answered next month? Make sure to DM us or submit it on Instagram! And don’t forget—The Chicks go LIVE on Instagram every Wednesday at 3:00 PM EST to talk healing tips, real-life struggles, and connect with our anxiety-healing community. Come hang out! In This Episode, We Answer: What are the best apps for healing anxiety? How do I exercise when I have severe anxiety? I used to love running but had to stop due to panic attacks? Is there a connection between anxiety and reflux, and what are some natural ways to treat it? I’ve developed irrational fears about feeling stuck (like on a plane, in an elevator, or even at the hair salon). What could help? I get spiraling anxious thoughts before bed. What are some tips to quiet my mind and sleep better? How can I cope with the anxiety of waiting for medical test results, even when they’re routine? 💛 Let’s Stay Connected 👉 Follow The Anxiety Chicks on Instagram: @theanxietychicks @theanxietyhealer @health_anxiety 🎧 Subscribe to the podcast on your favorite platform and leave us a review! It helps more anxious souls find this healing space. 🔗 Subscribe & Review on Apple Podcasts 🔗 Listen on Spotify 📚 Grab Your Copy of Alison’s Bestselling Books HERE Thank you for being part of this beautiful healing community. We’re so grateful you’re here. Remember—you’re not broken, you’re healing. 💫 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    39 min
4.8
out of 5
28 Ratings

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Alison Seponara, MS, LPC and Taylor Marae MS, RDN are diving deep into a the reality of anxiety and mental health! Listen as Alison and Taylor explore all things anxiety healing while keeping it REAL...including their own struggles with mental health. Alison and Taylor bring their expertise as healthcare professionals to the conversation while discussing the tools and strategies you need to heal the anxious mind. Follow Alison & Taylor on Instagram along with almost 1 million other healers @theanxietyhealer & @health_anxiety.

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