Two Anxious Girls

Dabeyri Torres-Estevez & Kristina Paolini
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Hi! We’re Dabby and Kristina, two psychotherapists who… are very anxious about everything in life, work, kids, fertility… and basically everything else. Each week on Two Anxious Girls, we’ll talk about life, work, motherhood, fertility, relationships, and all the chaos in between, from the perspective of therapists who are very aware of their own dysregulated selves. New episodes every Monday! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

  1. 2d ago

    The Small Things That Keep Us Here: 16,648 Reasons to Live

    September may be over, but suicide prevention is a conversation that matters all year long. In this episode of Two Anxious Girls, we explore “The Small Things That Keep Us Here", inspired by research examining 16,648 responses from people who shared the reasons that helped them keep going during periods of suicidal thoughts. Content Warning: This episode includes discussion of depression, suicidal thoughts, and suicide prevention. If you or someone you know is experiencing suicidal thoughts or emotional distress in the U.S., call or text 988 to reach the Suicide & Crisis Lifeline. If there is immediate danger, call 911 or go to the nearest emergency room. Listen, share this episode with someone who may need it, and remember to take care of yourself and each other. Follow the podcast on Instagram @twoanxiousgirlspodcast Tiktok: twoanxiousgirls Have a question for us? Email us at twoanxiousgirlspodcast@gmail.com Nice News article found here: https://nicenews.com/health-and-wellness/small-joys-suicide-prevention-study/ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    The Small Things That Keep Us Here: 16,648 Reasons to Live

  2. Sep 28

    When Everything Is Going Well But You Still Feel Anxious

    Have you ever had a moment where everything in your life is actually okay and somehow, your anxiety still finds a reason to worry? In this episode of Two Anxious Girls, we are talking about why calm can feel uncomfortable, why anxious brains are always waiting for “the other shoe to drop,” and why we sometimes start investigating our own happiness when life is going well. We’re getting into overthinking, relationship anxiety, social comparison, the difference between anxiety and intuition, and the illusion that worrying will somehow protect us from what might happen next. Most importantly, we talk about how to practice letting a good moment simply be a good moment without adding a “but” to everything. Because sometimes nothing is wrong. Nothing needs to be fixed. And you don’t have to solve tomorrow today. Follow the podcast on Instagram @twoanxiousgirlspodcast Tiktok: twoanxiousgirls Have a question for us? Email us at twoanxiousgirlspodcast@gmail.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    When Everything Is Going Well But You Still Feel Anxious

  3. Sep 21

    How Anxiety Can Sabatoge Healthy Relationships

    What happens when anxiety starts showing up in the relationships that actually feel safe and healthy? In this solo episode of Two Anxious Girls, Kristina talks about the ways anxiety can quietly impact our friendships and romantic relationships, from overthinking texts and conversations to needing reassurance, assuming something is wrong, people-pleasing, pulling away, or creating problems that weren’t there to begin with. Kristiina talks about recognizing anxiety-driven behaviors, communicating more openly, challenging anxious thoughts, tolerating uncertainty, and learning how to trust ourselves and the people we care about. Remember... Having anxiety doesn’t mean you’re incapable of having healthy, fulfilling relationships.  Follow the podcast on Instagram @twoanxiousgirlspodcast Tiktok: twoanxiousgirls Have a question for us? Email us at twoanxiousgirlspodcast@gmail.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    How Anxiety Can Sabatoge Healthy Relationships

  4. Sep 14

    Relationship Anxiety... When Love Makes You Overthink Everything

    Relationship anxiety can turn a delayed text, a change in tone, or a little distance into a full-blown spiral. In this episode, we unpack why relationships can trigger so much anxiety, from reassurance-seeking and overthinking to attachment patterns and fear of abandonment. Additionally, we delve into how to distinguish between anxiety and a genuine relationship concern, and how to feel more secure without relying on constant reassurance from your partner. Follow the podcast on Instagram @twoanxiousgirlspodcast Tiktok: twoanxiousgirls Have a question for us? Email us at twoanxiousgirlspodcast@gmail.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    Relationship Anxiety... When Love Makes You Overthink Everything

  5. Sep 7

    The Fear of Being Too Much (and Not Enough)

    In this episode of Two Anxious Girls, we unpack the exhausting anxiety of feeling like you’re somehow too much and not enough at the same time. We explore rejection sensitivity, over-explaining, people-pleasing, and the subtle ways we shrink ourselves to avoid judgment or rejection. We also discuss the shame that can accompany feeling deeply, and why being sensitive, emotional, expressive, or needing reassurance doesn’t make you “too much.” If you have ever apologized for taking up space, edited yourself to make others comfortable, or wondered whether the real you is simply “too much,” this episode is for you. Follow the podcast on Instagram @twoanxiousgirlspodcast Tiktok: twoanxiousgirls Have a question for us? Email us at twoanxiousgirlspodcast@gmail.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    The Fear of Being Too Much (and Not Enough)

  6. Aug 31

    The Lindsay Clancy Case & What We Need to Understand About Postpartum Psychosis

    In this solo episode, Dabby discusses the Lindsay Clancy case and the difficult questions it raises about postpartum psychosis, maternal mental health, and how we recognize when a mother is moving from struggling into crisis. Drawing from reporting on the case, Lucy Jones’ Matrescence, and the realities of postpartum mental health care, Dabby explores psychosis, intrusive thoughts, sleep deprivation, continuity of care, and why mothers need support long before they reach a breaking point. Resources discussed:  • The Daily - episode featuring New York Times reporter Ellen Barry on the Lindsay Clancy trial  • Lucy Jones - Matrescence: On Pregnancy, Childbirth, and Motherhood, particularly Chapter 8, “Sertraline and Sleep Deprivation”  • American College of Obstetricians and Gynecologists (ACOG) — perinatal mental health and postpartum psychosis resources Content warning: This episode discusses the deaths of children, suicide, suicidal thoughts, postpartum mental illness, psychosis, and psychiatric hospitalization. If you or someone you know is experiencing hallucinations, delusions, severe confusion, thoughts of suicide, or thoughts of harming a baby or another person, seek emergency medical care immediately. In the U.S., call or text 988. In an immediate emergency, call 911 or go to the nearest emergency department. Follow the podcast on Instagram @twoanxiousgirlspodcast Tiktok: twoanxiousgirls Have a question for us? Email us at twoanxiousgirlspodcast@gmail.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    The Lindsay Clancy Case & What We Need to Understand About Postpartum Psychosis

  7. Aug 24

    Money Anxiety & the Scarcity Mindset

    Money anxiety isn’t always about how much money you have. Sometimes, it’s about what money has come to represent: safety, success, freedom, control, or survival. In this episode of Two Anxious Girls, we unpack the complicated relationship between anxiety, money, and the scarcity mindset. We explore why financial anxiety can stick around even when our circumstances improve, how the messages we heard about money growing up can shape our adult behaviors, and why anxiety can push us toward both oversaving and overspending. We also talk about the guilt that can come with spending money on yourself, constantly preparing for the next financial emergency, compulsively checking your bank account, comparing your financial milestones to everyone else’s, and believing that reaching a certain income or savings goal will finally make you feel secure. Because sometimes the question isn’t simply, “Do I have enough?” It’s “Will I ever feel like I have enough?” In this episode: What a scarcity mindset actually looks likeWhy financial anxiety isn’t always about your current financesHow childhood and generational messages shape our relationship with moneyThe connection between money, safety, and the nervous systemOversaving, emotional spending, and financial guiltWhy more money doesn’t automatically create a sense of securitySeparating your financial situation from your self-worthRecognizing when today’s financial decisions are being influenced by yesterday’s fearsBuilding a more intentional and compassionate relationship with moneyIf you’ve ever felt guilty after buying something you wanted, worried about money even when things were okay, or thought, “Once I reach this number, then I’ll finally relax,” this conversation is for you. Follow the podcast on Instagram @twoanxiousgirlspodcast Tiktok: twoanxiousgirls Have a question for us? Email us at twoanxiousgirlspodcast@gmail.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    Money Anxiety & the Scarcity Mindset

  8. Aug 17

    The Anxiety of Big Life Changes (Even the Good Ones)

    Big life changes are supposed to be exciting… so why can they make us so anxious? In this episode of Two Anxious Girls, we unpack the anxiety that can come with major life transitions, even the ones we’ve wanted, worked for, or prayed for. From moving, getting married, starting a new career, and becoming a parent to milestone birthdays and finally reaching a long-awaited goal, change can bring joy and uncertainty at the exact same time. Sometimes growth feels exciting. Sometimes it feels terrifying. And sometimes, it’s both. In this episode: Why positive life changes can trigger anxietyThe connection between uncertainty and our nervous systemWhy joyful transitions can still involve griefAnxiety around marriage, parenthood, careers, moving, and milestone birthdaysLetting go of the timeline you thought you “should” be onHow to support yourself emotionally during periods of changeLearning to take the next step without having the entire future figured outIf this episode resonates with you, share it with someone navigating a new chapter. And don’t forget to follow Two Anxious Girls and leave us a rating and review. Follow the podcast on Instagram @twoanxiousgirlspodcast Tiktok: twoanxiousgirls Have a question for us? Email us at twoanxiousgirlspodcast@gmail.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    The Anxiety of Big Life Changes (Even the Good Ones)
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Hi! We’re Dabby and Kristina, two psychotherapists who… are very anxious about everything in life, work, kids, fertility… and basically everything else. Each week on Two Anxious Girls, we’ll talk about life, work, motherhood, fertility, relationships, and all the chaos in between, from the perspective of therapists who are very aware of their own dysregulated selves. New episodes every Monday! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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  • Creator
    Dabeyri Torres-Estevez & Kristina Paolini
  • Years Active
    2026
  • Episodes
    36
  • Rating
    Explicit
  • Copyright
    © Dabby & Kristina
  • Show Website
    Two Anxious Girls

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