Practical Solutions for PTSD | Anxiety Symptoms, Seasonal Depression, Isolation, Stress, Guilt, 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. 1d ago

    85. Feel Like You're Drowning? A Live Coaching Session on Burnout, Anxiety Symptoms, & Chronic Stress ~ with Shawna

    Have you ever felt like you're drowning, functioning but barely, or emotionally shutting down because the stress has exhausted you? In this special coaching demonstration, Lori works with Shawna to uncover a hidden cause of emotional suffering: extreme burnout. Together, they explore practical self-care boundaries, nervous system regulation strategies, and simple ways to protect energy while managing chronic stress, anxiety symptoms, depression, caregiving demands, and relationship difficulties. In this episode, you'll learn: • How to tell the difference between burnout and depression • Why anxiety symptoms often worsen when your nervous system is overwhelmed • Practical boundaries that reduce stress, guilt, and emotional exhaustion • How self-care can become part of your healing process • The powerful difference between capability and capacity If you've been struggling with chronic stress, burnout, seasonal depression, anxiety, isolation, loneliness, or the feeling that life has lost its flavor, this episode offers practical tools and hope to help you move forward one small step at a time. LINKS:  Sign up for an Anxiety and Depression Breakthrough Coaching Session https://practicalsolutionsforptsd.com/breakthrough Website: www.practicalsoluitionsforptsd.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, seasonal depression, chronic stress, burnout recovery, emotional exhaustion, nervous system regulation, guilt, isolation, loneliness, PTSD recovery, stress management, caregiver burnout, boundaries, positive psychology, faith and healing, overcoming anxiety, overcoming depression

    28 min

  2. 6d ago

    84. Metabolic Health Made Simple | Chronic Stress, Anxiety Symptoms & Your Christian Walk PT2 ~ Laura Hargrave

    What happens when a wake-up call about your health changes the entire direction of your life? In this special two-part conversation, I sit down with Laura Hargrove, host of the Health in Faith Podcast, to talk about her journey from unhealthy living and compromised health to metabolic healing, faith, and helping others reclaim their wellness. In Part 1, Laura shares how poor lifestyle habits during university, while pursuing her law degree, eventually led to serious health concerns. After a doctor warned her about the direction her health was heading, she began making changes to her eating and exercise habits, sparking a deep interest in health and wellness. Following university, Laura used her law degree to lead a research team within the NHS in Britain. But over time, she became increasingly troubled by the influence Big Pharma appeared to have over research and healthcare decisions. Eventually, she chose to step away from that career path, retrain in natural health, and pursue a different mission entirely. Since then, Laura has coached and taught thousands of people around the world, written books, become certified as a metabolic health practitioner, and come to faith in Christ. Today, she helps people pursue healthier lives through practical metabolic health strategies grounded in biblical principles. In Part 2, we dive into metabolic health and its impact on mental health, including anxiety, burnout, emotional exhaustion, mood, and chronic stress. Laura walks us through her practical 4-step TANDOM WALTZ approach to metabolic health and shares simple, sustainable steps listeners can begin applying right away to improve both physical and emotional well-being. 🌿 Topics we discuss include: • Metabolic health and mental health • Chronic stress and emotional exhaustion • Anxiety, burnout, and inflammation • Faith-based wellness and biblical health principles • Natural health and lifestyle healing • Nutrition, movement, and metabolic function • Simple practical habits that support long-term wellness • Healing the body and mind together Both episodes in this special 2-part series are available now. LINKS:  Health in Faith | Christian Nutritionist Laura Hargrave  Health in Faith Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/health-in-faith-how-to-lose-weight-fast-metabolic-syndrome/id1290304355  Sign up for an Anxiety and Depression Breakthrough Coaching Session https://practicalsolutionsforptsd.com/breakthrough Website: www.practicalsoluitionsforptsd.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, Seasonal depression, isolation, loneliness, guilt, chronic stress metabolic health mental health and metabolism chronic stress anxiety and inflammation burnout recovery nervous system regulation emotional exhaustion natural health solutions faith-based wellness biblical health principles metabolic healing depression and metabolic health stress and mental health holistic health healthy lifestyle changes anxiety symptoms healing from burnout inflammation and mood Christian health podcast metabolic health practitioner

    26 min

  3. 6d ago

    83. Metabolic Health Made Simple | Chronic Stress, Anxiety Symptoms & Your Christian Walk PT1 ~ Laura Hargrave

    What happens when a wake-up call about your health changes the entire direction of your life? In this special two-part conversation, I sit down with Laura Hargrove, host of the Health in Faith Podcast, to talk about her journey from unhealthy living and compromised health to metabolic healing, faith, and helping others reclaim their wellness. In Part 1, Laura shares how poor lifestyle habits during university, while pursuing her law degree, eventually led to serious health concerns. After a doctor warned her about the direction her health was heading, she began making changes to her eating and exercise habits, sparking a deep interest in health and wellness. Following university, Laura used her law degree to lead a research team within the NHS in Britain. But over time, she became increasingly troubled by the influence Big Pharma appeared to have over research and healthcare decisions. Eventually, she chose to step away from that career path, retrain in natural health, and pursue a different mission entirely. Since then, Laura has coached and taught thousands of people around the world, written books, become certified as a metabolic health practitioner, and come to faith in Christ. Today, she helps people pursue healthier lives through practical metabolic health strategies grounded in biblical principles. In Part 2, we dive into metabolic health and its impact on mental health, including anxiety, burnout, emotional exhaustion, mood, and chronic stress. Laura walks us through her practical 4-step TANDOM WALTZ approach to metabolic health and shares simple, sustainable steps listeners can begin applying right away to improve both physical and emotional well-being. 🌿 Topics we discuss include: • Metabolic health and mental health • Chronic stress and emotional exhaustion • Anxiety, burnout, and inflammation • Faith-based wellness and biblical health principles • Natural health and lifestyle healing • Nutrition, movement, and metabolic function • Simple practical habits that support long-term wellness • Healing the body and mind together Both episodes in this special 2-part series are available now.

    21 min

  4. 6d ago

    82. How to Say No Without Guilt | Boundaries for Chronic Stress & Anxiety Symptoms

    Do you struggle with anxiety symptoms, burnout, emotional exhaustion, people-pleasing, or guilt after setting boundaries? In this episode of Practical Solutions for PTSD, Lori Owens shares practical tools to help you stop over-explaining, manage the emotional aftermath of saying no, and stay grounded when guilt, fear, or second-guessing try to pull you back into old patterns. If you live with chronic stress, trauma, PTSD, depression, seasonal depression, isolation, avoidance behaviors, or relationship difficulties, boundaries can feel emotionally overwhelming. Many people replay conversations for hours, worry they upset someone, or feel responsible for managing everyone else’s emotions. In this episode, you’ll learn: • simple boundary-setting phrases for anxiety and burnout • how to say no without guilt or over-explaining • why people-pleasing keeps your nervous system stuck in stress mode • practical coping strategies for emotional regulation after hard conversations • how to stop spiraling, overthinking, and emotionally shutting down • ways to protect your mental health while staying connected to others You’ll also learn why guilt doesn’t always mean you did something wrong. Sometimes it means you’re making healthier choices for your mental health, relationships, and nervous system. This episode is especially helpful for anyone struggling with: • anxiety and depression • emotional exhaustion and overwhelm • trauma responses and fawning • resentment from overgiving • difficulty setting boundaries in relationships • fear of disappointing people • chronic stress and nervous system dysregulation Remember: You’re not learning how to say no perfectly. You’re learning how to stay with yourself after you do. ✨ From automatic yes… to intentional choice. ✨ Guilt is not your compass. ✨ Resentment is a messenger. ✨ Love can stay. Access can change. LINKS:  Sign up for an Anxiety and Depression Breakthrough Coaching Session https://practicalsolutionsforptsd.com/breakthrough Website: www.practicalsoluitionsforptsd.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

    18 min

  5. May 21

    81. Not Broken. Equipped: Small Steps to Reignite Joy for Anxiety Symptoms & Seasonal Depression Recovery

    If you’ve been feeling emotionally exhausted, burned out, isolated, unmotivated, or like there’s “no flavor in life,” this episode explores how zest and enthusiasm can support healing from PTSD, anxiety, depression, and seasonal depression without pressure or forced positivity. We discuss how trauma, chronic stress, hypervigilance, avoidance coping, guilt, loneliness, emotional shutdown, and nervous system overwhelm can disconnect people from joy, motivation, and engagement with life. You’ll learn how small moments of curiosity, connection, and participation can help regulate the nervous system, reduce anxiety symptoms, support emotional healing, and gently rebuild energy after trauma, caregiving stress, burnout, or prolonged overwhelm. This episode also explores micro-engagements, boundaries and values, nervous system regulation, seasonal affective disorder (Spring SAD), isolation, difficulty focusing, relationship difficulties, and practical coping strategies rooted in Positive Psychology, faith-integrated healing, and natural mental health support. If you’ve been functioning but barely, emotionally shutting down, doom scrolling to escape stress, or wondering why your old coping tools aren’t working anymore, this conversation offers practical solutions for PTSD, depression, anxiety, and stress recovery through small, meaningful steps toward re-engaging with life. LINKS:  Sign up for an Anxiety and Depression Breakthrough Coaching Session https://practicalsolutionsforptsd.com/breakthrough Website: www.practicalsoluitionsforptsd.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 SERIES LINKS:  Links to previous episodes Previous episodes in this series: 45. Not Broken. Equipped: Character Strengths for Seasonal Depression, Anxiety Symptoms, and Loneliness https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/45-not-broken-equipped-character-strengths-for-seasonal/id1835492018?i=1000745276942 49. Not Broken. Equipped: how Creativity Finds New Ways Through PTSD and Anxiety Symptoms https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/49-not-broken-equipped-how-creativity-finds-new-ways/id1835492018?i=1000747165493 53. Not Broken. Equipped: How Curiosity Helps Calm PTSD and Anxiety Symptoms https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/53-not-broken-equipped-how-curiosity-helps-calm-ptsd/id1835492018?i=1000749419988 57. Not Broken. Equipped: How to Stop Overthinking and Start Healing from Anxiety Symptoms and PTSD https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/57-not-broken-equipped-how-to-stop-overthinking-and/id1835492018?i=1000751733118 61. Not Broken. Equipped: Understanding Your Mind to Ease Anxiety Symptoms, PTSD, and Seasonal Depression. https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/61-not-broken-equipped-understanding-your-mind-to-ease/id1835492018?i=1000754826859 65. Not Broken. Equipped: When Anxiety Symptoms Says “This Will Never End” | Perspective for Emotional Overwhelm. https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/65-not-broken-equipped-when-anxiety-symptoms-says-this/id1835492018?i=1000757473946 69. Not Broken. Equipped: The Bravery You Need in Chronic Stress, Anxiety Symptoms, and Seasonal Depression https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/69-not-broken-equipped-the-bravery-you-need-in/id1835492018?i=1000760440217 73. Not Broken. Equipped: Reframing Perseverance for Chronic Stress, Anxiety Symptoms, and Guilt https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/73-not-broken-equipped-reframing-perseverance-for-chronic/id1835492018?i=1000763230893 77. Not Broken. Equipped: How Honesty Helps Heal Anxiety Symptoms, Seasonal Depression, Burnout, and Emotional Exhaustion. https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/77-not-broken-equipped-how-honesty-helps-heal-anxiety/id1835492018?i=1000766601388

    22 min

  6. May 19

    80. The Simple Boundary Shift That Helps Anxiety Symptoms, Burnout & People-Pleasing

    Feeling exhausted, burned out, and stuck saying yes when you really don’t have the capacity? In this episode, we explore how PTSD, chronic stress, anxiety symptoms, seasonal depression, people pleasing, and nervous system conditioning can make automatic yeses feel safer than honest boundaries. If you’re struggling with emotional exhaustion, guilt, isolation, avoidance, trouble focusing, relationship difficulties, or feeling “functioning but barely,” this episode will help you understand why your system reacts so quickly under pressure and how to begin changing the pattern. Through Positive Psychology, nervous system regulation, and practical coping strategies, you’ll learn one simple skill that can start shifting everything: the pause. One breath. One moment of space between the ask and your answer. This can move you from the automatic yes to an intentional choice. Because healing doesn’t start with becoming a different person overnight. Sometimes it starts with not saying yes immediately. LINKS Sign up for an Anxiety and Depression Breakthrough Coaching Session https://practicalsolutionsforptsd.com/breakthrough Website: www.practicalsoluitionsforptsd.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 recovery, anxiety symptoms, depression, nervous system regulation, emotional exhaustion, burnout recovery, people pleasing, boundaries, trauma healing, chronic stress, coping strategies, Positive Psychology, faith and mental health, isolation, guilt, avoidance coping, ADHD overwhelm, relationship difficulties, anxiety and depression support, nervous system healing, Practical Solutions for PTSD.

    18 min

  7. May 14

    79. “Other People Have It Worse” | How Comparison Fuels Shame, Anxiety Symptoms, Depression, and Isolation

    In this episode of Practical Solutions for PTSD, I share a moment from a walk by the river after recent flooding. The sunset over the water looked postcard perfect… until I looked down and saw the mud left behind on the grass. 🌅 That’s what comparison does. We compare our exhausted, overwhelmed real life to someone else’s highlight reel while never seeing the private pain, burnout, anxiety symptoms, trauma, depression, seasonal depression, relationship struggles, or emotional exhaustion they may be carrying beneath the surface. On the other side, many of us minimize our own pain by thinking: “Other people have it worse.” “My life isn’t that bad.” But pain is pain. Minimizing your struggle doesn’t heal it. It often deepens shame, isolation, avoidance, hopelessness, and the feeling of “functioning, but barely.” In this episode, we talk about comparison, nervous system overwhelm, faith, healing, boundaries, and why God gives grace for the life you are walking through, not someone else’s. If you’ve been emotionally drained, burned out, struggling with anxiety symptoms, seasonal depression, PTSD, or feeling disconnected from yourself and your purpose, this conversation will meet you right where you are. 🌱 LINKS: Become an Insider by signing up for the weekly newsletter: insider.grwebsite.com Sign up for an Anxiety and Depression Breakthrough Coaching Session https://practicalsolutionsforptsd.com/breakthrough Website: www.practicalsoluitionsforptsd.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 depression / seasonal depression PTSD emotional exhaustion burnout isolation loneliness shame guilt trauma recovery nervous system regulation nervous system overwhelm comparison trap comparing yourself to others highlight reel culture emotional healing faith-based mental health Christian encouragement people pleasing boundaries hopelessness functioning but barely overwhelmed avoidance coping seasonal depression stress and anxiety mental health healing rebuilding joy healing from trauma emotional burnout 🌱

    18 min

  8. May 12

    78. Why Boundaries Feel So Hard | PTSD, Anxiety Symptoms, Guilt & People-Pleasing

    In this powerful episode of Practical Solutions for PTSD, Lori Owens breaks down the hidden trauma response behind people-pleasing, overcommitting, burnout, resentment, and the inability to say no. If you live with PTSD, anxiety symptoms, depression, seasonal depression, chronic stress, emotional exhaustion, or relationship difficulties, this episode will help you understand why boundaries can feel unsafe, guilt feels constant, and saying yes has become automatic. You’ll learn how the fawn response wires the nervous system to seek safety through helping, fixing, overgiving, and avoiding conflict, often leading to overwhelm, isolation, avoidance coping, emotional shutdown, and feeling “functioning, but barely.” This trauma-informed conversation blends nervous system regulation, Positive Psychology, faith-based healing, and practical coping strategies to help you recognize unhealthy patterns, rebuild self-trust, and begin creating healthier boundaries without shame. You’re not broken. You’re patterned. And patterns can change. LINKS:  Sign up for an Anxiety and Depression Breakthrough Coaching Session https://practicalsolutionsforptsd.com/breakthrough Website: www.practicalsoluitionsforptsd.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, seasonal depression, burnout, emotional exhaustion, chronic stress, people pleasing, fawn response, trauma response, boundaries, setting boundaries, guilt, resentment, nervous system regulation, avoidance coping, isolation, overwhelm, relationship difficulties, communication problems, trauma healing, emotional shutdown

    18 min
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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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