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I Hate Anxiety Podcast

I Hate Anxiety Podcast

By Larry Quicksall

If you hate anxiety and want to learn what you can do to get rid of it, then you are in the right place. I'm Larry Quicksall, a mental health therapist with 30 plus years in the field. I've spent the past decade specializing in helping those with severe anxiety disorders, and today I'm bringing my knowledge, insight, and experience to this podcast. My goal is simple: to help you escape the pain and frustration of anxiety, so you can better enjoy your life! Thanks for joining me - Let's get started!
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118 - Weighing the Evidence - April 6, 2020

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167 - Don't White Knuckle It - 2/11/2021

167 - Don't White Knuckle It - 2/11/2021

On today's podcast I want to talk with you about the dangers of "white knuckling it" when it comes to facing your fears fears and triggers, and share with you an alternative process that will help.

Feb 11, 202109:04
166 - Be Kind to Yourself - 2/2/2021

166 - Be Kind to Yourself - 2/2/2021

Anxiety is hard enough already, but we don't need to beat up on ourselves too.  Today I want to share with you how negative self talk can be projected onto others to make it appear that everyone is against us, when that may not be the case.  How do we counter this?  Be kind to yourself.

Feb 01, 202112:23
165 - Loss of Intimacy - 1/27/2021

165 - Loss of Intimacy - 1/27/2021

Today's podcast addresses the topic of intimacy and the impact that anxiety can have on it.

Jan 27, 202114:22
164 - Anxiety and Your Self-Esteem - 1/7/2021

164 - Anxiety and Your Self-Esteem - 1/7/2021

Today I want to talk with you about how over time anxiety results in negative self-talk that damages your self-esteem and what you need to do about that.

Jan 11, 202108:32
163 - Trust After Anxiety - 1/7/2021

163 - Trust After Anxiety - 1/7/2021

Trust can be impacted by anxiety and trauma, where we trust people to distrust them in several ways.  Let's talk about that on today's podcast.

Jan 07, 202106:44
162 - Anxiety's Impact on Safety - 1/4/2021

162 - Anxiety's Impact on Safety - 1/4/2021

One of the things that can be negatively impacted by anxiety is our sense of safety.  On today's podcast I look at four key factors that change our view of what safety means to each of us.

Jan 04, 202108:44
161 - Does Control Keep You Safe? - 11/16/2020
Nov 16, 202008:20
160 - Don't Assume Your Beliefs are Accurate - 11/12/2020

160 - Don't Assume Your Beliefs are Accurate - 11/12/2020

Do you assume your beliefs are true?  Of course you do.  We all do.  However, when we talk about anxious beliefs that others do not seem to share, then maybe we ought to ask ourselves "How do I know my beliefs are true?"  Let's dig into this topic on today's podcast.

Nov 12, 202007:22
159 - Don't Leave Me! I Need You! - 10/31/2020
Oct 31, 202017:09
158 - The 30-Day Challenge - 10/27/2020
Oct 27, 202027:14
157 - Security and Control - 10/22/2020
Oct 22, 202011:46
156 - If I'm Vulnerable I'm in Danger - 10/16/2020
Oct 16, 202012:51
155 - Approval Addiction - 10/12/2020
Oct 12, 202010:43
154 - The Problem with Perfectionism - 10/8/2020
Oct 08, 202011:24
153 - Words Mean Things - 10/05/2020
Oct 05, 202010:44
152 - Emotional Reasoning - October 1, 2020
Oct 01, 202010:17
151 - Mind Reading - September 28, 2020
Sep 28, 202008:25
150 - Over Generalizing - September 24, 2020
Sep 24, 202010:32
149 - Over Simplifying - September 21, 2020

149 - Over Simplifying - September 21, 2020

On today's podcast we continue with looking at Problematic Thinking Patterns with the topic of Over Simplifying.

Sep 21, 202007:56
148 - Disregarding Important Aspects - Sep 3, 2020

148 - Disregarding Important Aspects - Sep 3, 2020

Today's topic looks at Disregarding Important Aspects of a Situation as a part of the Problematic Thinking Patterns of Cognitive Processing Therapy.

Sep 03, 202012:14
147 - Exaggerating or Minimizing - August 31, 2020

147 - Exaggerating or Minimizing - August 31, 2020

Today's topic continues with the seven types of problematic thinking patterns: Exaggerating or minimizing a situation.

Aug 31, 202009:38
146 - Jumping to Conclusions - August 27, 2020

146 - Jumping to Conclusions - August 27, 2020

Today's I'm starting a 7 part series on Problematic Thinking Patterns that comes from Cognitive Process Therapy.  We will start with Jumping to Conclusions.

Aug 27, 202005:52
145 - Feeding the Anxiety Fire - August 24, 2020

145 - Feeding the Anxiety Fire - August 24, 2020

On today's podcast I turn things around and explore 4 great ways to feed the anxiety fire in your life.  This is a mirror exercise, and if you see yourself in the mirror with any of these for areas, then you may want to do something about it.  If you hate anxiety, these 4 things you want to remove from your life.

Aug 24, 202009:40
144 - Inspirational Quotes - August 10, 2020

144 - Inspirational Quotes - August 10, 2020

On today's podcast I want to talk about inspirational quotes that speak something positive to you that you can repeat and think about throughout the day.  These statements can really fill in the potholes that anxiety and negative thinking leave behind.

Aug 10, 202007:33
143 - Peaceful Easy Feeling - August 6, 2020

143 - Peaceful Easy Feeling - August 6, 2020

The Eagles recorded the song Peaceful Easy Feeling for their first album in 1972, and it is a favorite sing-along refrain that has lasted for nearly 50 years.  In today's podcast I want to look at the refrain from the context of recovery from anxiety disorders and glean some wisdom from this classic tune.

Aug 06, 202007:32
142 - Listing Your Anxious Thoughts - August 3, 2020

142 - Listing Your Anxious Thoughts - August 3, 2020

You make a shopping list to make sure you get what you need from the store.  Listing your anxiety thoughts and beliefs in a Stuck Point Log gives you the opportunity address your recovery from anxiety in a more strategic way.

Aug 03, 202006:30
141- Bending Beliefs - July 27, 2020

141- Bending Beliefs - July 27, 2020

In today’s episode I want to talk to you about bending your beliefs, specifically the concepts of a simulation, accommodation, and over-accommodation.
Jul 27, 202013:57
140 - Understanding Your World View - July 23, 2020

140 - Understanding Your World View - July 23, 2020

On today's podcast we will examine the concept of World View and how answering a few questions can increase you insight and understanding about what and why you believe certain things.

Jul 23, 202009:05
139 - Differences Between Cognitive and Behavioral Therapies - July 20, 2020

139 - Differences Between Cognitive and Behavioral Therapies - July 20, 2020

In today's episode I share with you the primary differences between cognitive therapy and behavioral therapy.

Jul 20, 202006:41
138 - Choosing a Therapist - July 16, 2020

138 - Choosing a Therapist - July 16, 2020

On today's podcast I share with you my thoughts on choosing the best therapist for you.

Jul 16, 202013:56
137 - Following Fear or Breaking Free - July 15, 2020

137 - Following Fear or Breaking Free - July 15, 2020

When your recovery from stalls or hits a plateau, it may be from following fear.  Today's podcast looks at the question "Are you following fear or breaking free from it?"

Jul 15, 202013:52
136 - Reaching Your Goals - July 2, 2020

136 - Reaching Your Goals - July 2, 2020

We all have goals. Unfortunately there are far too many goals that we never reach. However if you have a very important goal may I suggest a four step approach that may help you reach it.
Jul 02, 202011:60
135 - Stages of Change - Jun 29, 2020

135 - Stages of Change - Jun 29, 2020

Have you ever wondered why change hasn't been working for you?  Sometimes we need a different perspective on how change works in order to make the progress we hope to achieve.  On today's podcast I talk about the Transtheoretical Model that includes the six stages of Precontemplation, contemplation, Preparation, Action, Maintenance, and Termination.

Jun 29, 202008:33
Episode 338 - It’s My Birthday! - June 22, 2020

Episode 338 - It’s My Birthday! - June 22, 2020

Good morning and good coffee! Happy birthday to me! Yes it really is my birthday today, so I wanna share with you some thoughts about birthdays and what I’m going to do this year to make it the best year it could be.
Jun 22, 202017:15
134 - Write It, Speak It, Believe It, Live It - June 18, 2020

134 - Write It, Speak It, Believe It, Live It - June 18, 2020

On today’s episode I want to share with you a four step process for installing positive beliefs into your way of thinking and into your daily life. I’ve been using this process for years with great success, and if you put it into practice in your life I’m sure you will see success as well.
Jun 18, 202011:51
133 - Positive Affirmations - Jun 15, 2020

133 - Positive Affirmations - Jun 15, 2020

Those with anxiety disorders often have a lot of negative beliefs about themselves, other people and the world.  Positive Affirmations about yourself can be a great tool to help you in your recovery.  Today I want to share with you what positive affirmations are, where and how to find good ones for you, and how to get them installed into your daily life.

Jun 15, 202011:14
132 - Creating Calm in Your Life - Jun 11, 2020

132 - Creating Calm in Your Life - Jun 11, 2020

Would you like to create more calm in your life?  Who wouldn't!  On today's podcast I share with you my 8-step method to strategically create more calm in your life.  So, grab some paper and a pencil, because you will want to take note on this episode.

Jun 11, 202018:12
131 - Why are Other's Calm and I'm Not? - Jun 08, 2020

131 - Why are Other's Calm and I'm Not? - Jun 08, 2020

Have you ever wondered why other people are calm and you are not? These calm people are people you should study to find out what they see, what they hear, what they know, and why you should listen to them.
Jun 08, 202012:09
130 - Practicing Calm Thinking - May 26, 2020

130 - Practicing Calm Thinking - May 26, 2020

A lot of times people talk about having racing negative thoughts with their anxiety. Rather than trying not to think about them, how about replacing them by practicing calm thinking.
May 26, 202007:25
129 - Amygdala and Hippocampus- May 21, 2020

129 - Amygdala and Hippocampus- May 21, 2020

There are two structures in the brain that are very important, but have two significant limitations that have a major impact on anxiety disorders. Want to learn more? Listen to today’s podcast on the amygdala and the hippocampus.
May 21, 202010:48
128 - Taking Past Out of Context - May 15, 2020

128 - Taking Past Out of Context - May 15, 2020

On today’s episode I cover the topic as to whether or not you might be taking your past out of context leading to anxiety issues today.
May 15, 202005:42
127 - Worse Case Scenarios - May 11, 2020

127 - Worse Case Scenarios - May 11, 2020

On today’s podcast I want to talk about worst case scenario’s and why I don’t believe in them. That’s not to say that bad things don’t happen, but if you’re telling yourself you’re in a worst-case scenario you are creating unnecessary anxiety. Wanna see how that works? Listen to today’s podcast!
May 11, 202012:35
126 - Evidence-Based vs Emotional Reasoning - May 4, 2020

126 - Evidence-Based vs Emotional Reasoning - May 4, 2020

On today’s podcast I talk about the difference between evidence-based reasoning and emotional reasoning. Which do you think leads to recovery and which do you think leads to ongoing anxiety? Find out the answer in today’s podcast.
May 04, 202007:23
125 - Probability vs Possibility - April 30, 2020

125 - Probability vs Possibility - April 30, 2020

Today I want to talk about the topic of risk management in the difference between probability and possibility.
Apr 30, 202011:50
124 - Sources of Information - April 27, 2020

124 - Sources of Information - April 27, 2020

Many times we have thoughts in her head that are not accurate, that are not truthful. But where do we get this information from? And is this source of information trustworthy or untrustworthy? That’s the topic of today’s episode.
Apr 27, 202007:25
123 - Forests and Trees - April 23, 2020

123 - Forests and Trees - April 23, 2020

Have you ever heard the phrase I can’t see the forest because of the trees? Did you know that can also apply to anxiety disorders? Find out how in today’s episode.
Apr 24, 202004:20
122 - Taken out of Context - April 20, 2020

122 - Taken out of Context - April 20, 2020

On today’s episode I share with you my thoughts regarding taking things out of context and how that can worsen anxiety disorders and make recovery harder.
Apr 21, 202008:58
121 - Extreme Words - Apr 16, 2020

121 - Extreme Words - Apr 16, 2020

What do these words have in common: Always, never, everything, totally, ruined, can't everyone, no one, and anymore?  They are all extreme words that can distort our beliefs and create stuck points.  On today's podcast I'll explain to you how this works.

Apr 16, 202007:48
120 - For or Against Exercise - Apr 13, 2020

120 - For or Against Exercise - Apr 13, 2020

There will likely be times when you are not sure if what you believe is actually true.  Today I will show you an exercise I often do in therapy sessions to help people determine if a beliefs is true or false.

Apr 13, 202013:30
119 - My Truth vs Your Truth - Apr 09, 2020

119 - My Truth vs Your Truth - Apr 09, 2020

In today's society you will often here the phrase, "Well that's your truth, but this is my truth."  That phrase may sound good, where everyone can have their own truth, but it is not going to help you recover from anxiety.  Find out why on today's podcast.

Apr 09, 202015:13