Angst Donnie Davis and Stephanie Davis

In this episode of Angst, hosts Donnie and Stephanie dive into the impact of social media on mental health. They engage in a candid discussion about the double-edged sword of social media—outlining its potential to either exacerbate anxiety, depression, and self-esteem issues, or to foster community, support, and opportunities for learning and professional development. Through personal anecdotes, they highlight the importance of intentional use, setting boundaries, and the real-life...

In this episode of Angst the Podcast, hosts Stephanie and Donnie Davis explore the topic of impostor syndrome, a condition where individuals doubt their accomplishments and fear being exposed as a fraud. They share personal experiences, discuss signs of impostor syndrome, and explore strategies for overcoming it. The conversation touches on the importance of self-awareness, setting realistic expectations, seeking support, and reframing failure. Additionally, they emphasize the ...

In this episode of Angst, hosts Donnie Davis and Stephanie explore a variety of personal worries and concerns, ranging from distracted driving to the impact of worrying on health and well-being. They engage in a candid discussion about everything from the trivial worries of daily life to deeper concerns about personal growth, self-sabotage, and societal pressures. Additionally, Donnie introduces 'Operation Sexy,' a personal journey towards achieving a more fit and confident version ...

Steph and Donnie discuss the topic of anxiety triggers on this episode of Angst. They enumerate and describe various triggers such as caffeine intake, lack of sleep, unbalanced diet, medications, self neglect, work environment, social events, financial concerns, upcoming exams, messy home environment, negative self-talk, and personal triggers. They also share tips on how to identify and cope with these triggers, emphasizing the importance of speaking more positively to oneself, redu...

This week, Donnie and Stephanie discuss the characteristics, causes, and implications of people-pleasing, a behavior often linked with anxiety and low self-esteem. The conversation covers the 14 signs of being a people-pleaser, and potential causes like trauma, co-occurring personality disorders, fear of conflict, and low self-esteem. The hosts emphasize the importance of learning to say 'no', setting boundaries, self-care and seeking professional help when required. Notably, t...

Navigating Introvert Hangovers: Donnie and Stephanie discuss a seldom-discussed concept known as 'introvert hangovers.' These are periods of mental and physical exhaustion that introverts experience after spending prolonged periods in social settings. The hosts offer strategies on how to cope with such situations, emphasizing undertakings like spending time alone, practicing physical and emotional self-care, setting time limits for social interactions, and learning to tactfully...