Practical Solutions for PTSD | Anxiety Symptoms, Seasonal Depression, Isolation, Stress, Guilt, Boundaries, Loneliness

Lori Owens - Master Resilience Training, Positive Psychology Instructor
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***TOP 3% Global Podcast***  Do you struggle with depression that isolates you and robs you of the joys in living? Does anxiety prevent you from achieving your dreams? Are you feeling disconnected from your friends and family? Have trouble focusing? Let me tell you, my friend, you are not alone! This podcast will help you: -develop customized strategies to manage your anxiety -move from isolating depression to joy-filled living -get out of the house and re-engaged with your favorite hobbies -rebuild relationships with friends and family Hey, I’m Lori. A single dog mom, lover of nature, and PTSD survivor. For years, I struggled with social isolation, severe depression, crippling anxiety, and clinical burnout. I tried powering through, toughing it out, and being strong only for my symptoms to worsen. I finally realized that if I was going to get my life back, things needed to change. I learned how to ask for help, set boundaries, and changed my thinking patterns. I removed toxins from my diet, home, and relationships. And, in time, I found my purpose, rediscovered my joy, and was able to reconnect with those I love. Today, I lead a life filled with hope, meaning, and joy. Even on those tough days, I have a purpose that keeps me moving forward. If you’re ready get your life back: - to break free from depression and anxiety - re-engage with the people and activities around you. - find joy and meaning in your life - learn brain hacks to help you focus and achieve your goals. Then this podcast is for you!

  1. 3d ago

    104. Perfectionism, Guilt & Burnout: Why High Achievers Feel Exhausted & Overwhelmed ~ with Shan

    Burnout isn't just about doing too much. It's often the result of chronic stress, perfectionism, and living in survival mode. In this special two-part conversation, Lori Owens welcomes former nurse and holistic health coach Shan Wright to explore the connection between PTSD, anxiety symptoms, stress, burnout, chronic inflammation, and emotional health. Together, they discuss how perfectionism, people-pleasing, poor boundaries, and unresolved stress can affect both your mind and body. You'll learn practical, holistic strategies to calm your nervous system, reduce stress, build healthier communication and boundaries, and support lasting healing. They also explore how faith, identity, and grace can help you move beyond guilt, loneliness, and isolation toward greater peace and resilience. If you're struggling with PTSD, anxiety symptoms, depression, seasonal depression (SAD), stress, guilt, loneliness, isolation, or burnout, this two-part series offers practical tools and hope to help you heal from the inside out. SHOW LINKS:  https://www.theshanwright.com/ Beat Nurse Burnout Podcast Boundary Setting Worksheet: https://practicalsolutionsforptsd.com/podcast Sign up for an Anxiety and Depression Breakthrough Coaching Session https://practicalsolutionsforptsd.com/breakthrough Website: https://practicalsolutionsforptsd.com Become an Insider by signing up for the weekly newsletter: insider.grwebsite.com Join our Facebook community: (1) Overcome Depression & Anxiety - Use Positive Psychology to Combat PTSD | Facebook Get in touch! info@practicalsolutionsforptsd.com Keywords PTSD anxiety symptoms chronic stress burnout perfectionism stress management inflammation nervous system regulation holistic health emotional healing

  2. 5d ago

    103. Feeling Stuck in Anxiety Symptoms and Seasonal Depression? One Small Practice That Can Rebuild Hope

    Feeling hopeless, stuck, or overwhelmed by PTSD, anxiety symptoms, seasonal depression, or stress? Hope can be rebuilt. After trauma, anxiety, or depression, your brain can become focused on what could go wrong instead of what could go right. But hope isn't something you either have or don't have. It's a skill you can strengthen. In this episode of Practical Solutions for PTSD, Lori Owens shares a simple positive psychology exercise that takes less than five minutes and helps retrain your brain to notice possibility, build emotional resilience, and take the next step forward. You'll learn how trauma affects your view of the future, why anticipation builds hope, and one practical question to help you move from feeling stuck to finding possibility. If you're struggling with PTSD, anxiety symptoms, stress, depression, guilt, or isolation, this episode gives you a simple tool to reconnect with hope. LINKS:  Boundary Setting Worksheet: https://practicalsolutionsforptsd.com/podcast Sign up for an Anxiety and Depression Breakthrough Coaching Session https://practicalsolutionsforptsd.com/breakthrough Website: https://practicalsolutionsforptsd.com Become an Insider by signing up for the weekly newsletter: insider.grwebsite.com Join our Facebook community: (1) Overcome Depression & Anxiety - Use Positive Psychology to Combat PTSD | Facebook Get in touch! info@practicalsolutionsforptsd.com Keywords: PTSD, anxiety symptoms, seasonal depression, stress, guilt, loneliness, isolation, boundaries, positive psychology, hope, emotional resilience, trauma recovery.

  3. Jul 30

    102. Not Broken. Equipped. Fairness for PTSD, Anxiety Symptoms & Seasonal Depression

    Is your inner critic holding you to a standard you'd never expect from anyone else? When you're living with PTSD, anxiety symptoms, depression, seasonal depression (SAD), stress, guilt, or isolation, it's easy to believe every decision has to be perfect. But true fairness isn't about perfection. It's about responding with wisdom, compassion, and integrity, especially toward yourself. In this episode of Practical Solutions for PTSD, Lori Owens explores the character strength of Fairness (Justice) and how it can help you quiet self-criticism, break free from endless second-guessing, and make values-based decisions with greater confidence. You'll discover: Why fairness begins with how you treat yourself How trauma, anxiety, and depression can distort your sense of justice Practical ways to replace guilt with self-compassion Four simple strategies to strengthen fairness in everyday life How living according to your values can reduce stress and build emotional resilience If you're ready to stop chasing perfection and start making healthier, more balanced choices, this episode will give you practical tools you can begin using today. 🎧 Subscribe to Practical Solutions for PTSD for weekly, trauma-informed strategies to overcome PTSD, anxiety symptoms, stress, depression, seasonal depression (SAD), isolation, loneliness, and guilt using positive psychology, neuroscience, and practical, faith-friendly encouragement. LINKS:  Boundary Setting Worksheet: https://practicalsolutionsforptsd.com/podcast Sign up for an Anxiety and Depression Breakthrough Coaching Session https://practicalsolutionsforptsd.com/breakthrough Website: https://practicalsolutionsforptsd.com Become an Insider by signing up for the weekly newsletter: insider.grwebsite.com Join our Facebook community: (1) Overcome Depression & Anxiety - Use Positive Psychology to Combat PTSD | Facebook Get in touch! info@practicalsolutionsforptsd.com Take the free, Values in Action Survey and discover your Signature Character Strengths: 24 Character Strengths List | VIA Institute Not Broken. Equipped Series: https://docs.google.com/document/d/1Map8J-WkTf4VmqpvfEnnDSOh_txnnqeCf1xecS3OB6c/edit?usp=sharing KEYWORDS: PTSD, anxiety symptoms, depression, seasonal depression, SAD, stress, guilt, loneliness, isolation, fairness, justice, self-compassion, positive psychology, emotional resilience, trauma recovery, character strengths, values-based living, mental health, practical solutions for PTSD, overcoming anxiety, overcoming depression

  4. Jul 28

    101. Tired of Holding It All Together? Simple Health Habits to Calm Stress & Anxiety Symptoms ~ with Jihane

    Feeling overwhelmed by complicated health advice? What if better health started with one small step? In this episode, Lori talks with Dr. Jihane Farrell, a cellular biologist and health coach, about simple, science-backed strategies to improve your health after 40 without extreme diets or complicated routines. You'll discover why sleep is the foundation for better physical and mental health, how tiny habit changes create lasting results, and why healthy boundaries can reduce stress and support recovery from PTSD, anxiety symptoms, depression, and seasonal depression. If you're struggling with stress, guilt, isolation, loneliness, or feeling overwhelmed, this conversation will help you focus on what matters most and take one practical step toward lasting change. In this episode you'll learn: • Why sleep is your most powerful health tool. • How small habits outperform perfection. • The connection between boundaries, stress, and resilience. • Practical ways to improve your health one step at a time. Practical Solutions for PTSD combines Positive Psychology, neuroscience, and faith-based encouragement to help you manage anxiety, strengthen communication and boundaries, and build a healthier, more resilient life. LINKS:  Lose Belly Fat After 40: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/lose-belly-fat-after-40-weight-loss-healthy-meals-imbalanced/id1819511782 🤜🤛Join the free community: https://www.facebook.com/groups/losebellyfatafter40 📩 Sign up for weekly evidence-based tips in your inbox: https://jihanefarrellphd.kit.com/e30225ecd8 Email me: info@drjihanefarrell.com SHOW LINKS:  Boundary Setting Worksheet: https://practicalsolutionsforptsd.com/podcast Sign up for an Anxiety and Depression Breakthrough Coaching Session https://practicalsolutionsforptsd.com/breakthrough Website: https://practicalsolutionsforptsd.com Become an Insider by signing up for the weekly newsletter: insider.grwebsite.com Join our Facebook community: (1) Overcome Depression & Anxiety - Use Positive Psychology to Combat PTSD | Facebook Get in touch! info@practicalsolutionsforptsd.com KEYWORDS: Anxiety Symptoms, Stress, PTSD, Depression, Seasonal Depression, Health After 40, Healthy Habits, Sleep And Mental Health, Sleep Health, Resilience, Boundaries, Positive Psychology

  5. Jul 23

    100. The Journey to 100: One Step Toward Hope, Healing, and Trauma Recovery

    100 episodes. One mission. Endless hope. Can you believe we've reached Episode 100? In this special milestone episode, I'm taking you behind the scenes of Practical Solutions for PTSD to share what that very first recording was really like, how this podcast has grown, and what's next. We'll celebrate the journey, reflect on lessons learned, hear how listeners have found hope, and explore the resources now available to help you overcome PTSD, anxiety symptoms, Stress, seasonal depression, isolation, loneliness, guilt, and build healthier communication and boundaries. Whether you've been here since Episode 1 or you're just joining us, thank you for being part of this incredible community. Here's to the next 100 episodes of practical tools, healing, resilience, and hope. In this episode: • The story behind Episode 1 • How 100 episodes changed the journey • Resources to support your healing • A sneak peek at what's coming next LINKS;  Boundary Setting Worksheet: https://practicalsolutionsforptsd.com/podcast Sign up for an Anxiety and Depression Breakthrough Coaching Session https://practicalsolutionsforptsd.com/breakthrough Website: https://practicalsolutionsforptsd.com Become an Insider by signing up for the weekly newsletter: insider.grwebsite.com Join our Facebook community: (1) Overcome Depression & Anxiety - Use Positive Psychology to Combat PTSD | Facebook Get in touch! info@practicalsolutionsforptsd.com KEYWORDS: PTSD, anxiety symptoms, Stress, seasonal depression, isolation, loneliness, guilt, communication, boundaries, Positive Psychology, trauma recovery, emotional healing, resilience, mental wellness.

  6. Jul 21

    99. Summer SAD, Stress, or PTSD? 7 Ways to Calm Your Nervous System

    Summer is supposed to feel joyful... so why are you feeling more anxious, overwhelmed, or emotionally exhausted? If you're struggling with anxiety symptoms, PTSD, seasonal depression, Stress, isolation, loneliness, guilt, or burnout while everyone else seems to be enjoying the season, you're not alone. In this episode of Practical Solutions for PTSD, Lori explores how Summer Seasonal Affective Disorder (Summer SAD), trauma, and nervous system dysregulation can impact your mental health. Learn why heat, disrupted sleep, changing routines, and increased social expectations can increase Stress, anxiety symptoms, and emotional overwhelm during the summer months. Discover 7 practical, trauma-informed tools to help calm your nervous system, improve sleep, set healthy boundaries, reduce overwhelm, and create a summer routine that supports emotional resilience. You'll learn how to recognize what nourishes you versus what depletes you, use grounding and gratitude practices, stay connected without overcommitting, and create simple rhythms that support healing from PTSD, anxiety, depression, and chronic Stress. Summer doesn't have to be a season you simply survive. With the right tools and awareness, you can build a calmer, more balanced relationship with your mind, body, and emotions. LINKS:  Boundary Setting Worksheet: https://practicalsolutionsforptsd.com/podcast Sign up for an Anxiety and Depression Breakthrough Coaching Session https://practicalsolutionsforptsd.com/breakthrough Website: https://practicalsolutionsforptsd.com Become an Insider by signing up for the weekly newsletter: insider.grwebsite.com Join our Facebook community: (1) Overcome Depression & Anxiety - Use Positive Psychology to Combat PTSD | Facebook Get in touch! info@practicalsolutionsforptsd.com KEYWORDS: Summer SAD Summer Seasonal Affective Disorder seasonal depression anxiety symptoms guilt isolation boundaries PTSD trauma Stress nervous system regulation emotional overwhelm mental health

  7. Jul 16

    98. Not Broken. Equipped: Why Does Asking for Help Feel So Hard? Teamwork, Boundaries & Healing After Trauma

    Do you feel like you're carrying the weight of the world on your shoulders? When you're living with PTSD, anxiety symptoms, seasonal depression, or chronic stress, it's easy to believe you have to do everything alone. But isolation, loneliness, guilt, and emotional exhaustion only make the burden heavier. In this episode of Practical Solutions for PTSD, we're exploring the Character Strength of Teamwork and why asking for support isn't weakness, it's part of healing. You'll discover: 🤝 Why trauma often leads to isolation 🤝 How healthy boundaries strengthen relationships 🤝 Why guilt keeps us from asking for help 🤝 Practical ways to reconnect without overcommitting You were never meant to carry life's burdens alone. LINKS:  Boundary Setting Worksheet: https://practicalsolutionsforptsd.com/podcast Sign up for an Anxiety and Depression Breakthrough Coaching Session https://practicalsolutionsforptsd.com/breakthrough Website: https://practicalsolutionsforptsd.com Become an Insider by signing up for the weekly newsletter: insider.grwebsite.com Join our Facebook community: (1) Overcome Depression & Anxiety - Use Positive Psychology to Combat PTSD | Facebook Get in touch! info@practicalsolutionsforptsd.com Take the free, Values in Action Survey and discover your Signature Character Strengths: 24 Character Strengths List | VIA Institute Not Broken. Equipped Series: https://docs.google.com/document/d/1Map8J-WkTf4VmqpvfEnnDSOh_txnnqeCf1xecS3OB6c/edit?usp=sharing KEYWORDS: Seasonal depression, anxiety symptoms, PTSD recovery, stress, chronic stress, guilt, loneliness, isolation, boundaries, emotional exhaustion, trauma healing, positive psychology, teamwork, cooperation, relationships, connection, resilience.

  8. Jul 14

    97. Why Small Joys Help Heal the Brain | Hygge & Seasonal Depression, PTSD, Anxiety Symptoms

    Can slowing down actually help heal your brain? If you've experienced PTSD, anxiety symptoms, depression, or chronic stress, your brain naturally learns to scan for danger. In this episode of Practical Solutions for PTSD, Lori Owens explores the Positive Psychology practice of savoring and how the hygge lifestyle can help calm your nervous system by slowing down and noticing life's small joys. You'll discover the neuroscience behind savoring, why it supports healing, and simple, practical ways to create more peace, comfort, and presence in your everyday life. If you're looking for practical tools to manage PTSD, anxiety symptoms, depression, and Stress, this episode will help you find healing one small moment at a time. Subscribe for weekly trauma-informed strategies rooted in Positive Psychology and a faith-friendly approach to healing. LINKS:  Boundary Setting Worksheet: https://practicalsolutionsforptsd.com/podcast Sign up for an Anxiety and Depression Breakthrough Coaching Session https://practicalsolutionsforptsd.com/breakthrough Website: https://practicalsolutionsforptsd.com Become an Insider by signing up for the weekly newsletter: insider.grwebsite.com Join our Facebook community: (1) Overcome Depression & Anxiety - Use Positive Psychology to Combat PTSD | Facebook Get in touch! info@practicalsolutionsforptsd.com KEYWORDS:  PTSD, anxiety symptoms, depression, Stress, Positive Psychology, boundaries, guilt, isolation, loneliness, seasonal depression, SAD, Winter Blues, Spring SAD, trauma recovery, nervous system regulation, hygge, mindfulness, resilience, emotional healing, mental wellness, gratitude, savoring, self-care, practical mental health, faith-based healing, Practical Solutions for PTSD

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***TOP 3% Global Podcast***  Do you struggle with depression that isolates you and robs you of the joys in living? Does anxiety prevent you from achieving your dreams? Are you feeling disconnected from your friends and family? Have trouble focusing? Let me tell you, my friend, you are not alone! This podcast will help you: -develop customized strategies to manage your anxiety -move from isolating depression to joy-filled living -get out of the house and re-engaged with your favorite hobbies -rebuild relationships with friends and family Hey, I’m Lori. A single dog mom, lover of nature, and PTSD survivor. For years, I struggled with social isolation, severe depression, crippling anxiety, and clinical burnout. I tried powering through, toughing it out, and being strong only for my symptoms to worsen. I finally realized that if I was going to get my life back, things needed to change. I learned how to ask for help, set boundaries, and changed my thinking patterns. I removed toxins from my diet, home, and relationships. And, in time, I found my purpose, rediscovered my joy, and was able to reconnect with those I love. Today, I lead a life filled with hope, meaning, and joy. Even on those tough days, I have a purpose that keeps me moving forward. If you’re ready get your life back: - to break free from depression and anxiety - re-engage with the people and activities around you. - find joy and meaning in your life - learn brain hacks to help you focus and achieve your goals. Then this podcast is for you!

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