Alison and Taylor are joined by fellow healer, podcaster, and meditation guru Mary Meckley. Mary is the host of The Daily Meditation Podcast which offers over 2000 daily guided meditation techniques that manage stress triggers. Alison talks about her struggle with learning how to meditate and the difficulty of sitting with her anxious thoughts. Is meditation really something everyone can do? How does meditation really work? What happens when you try to meditate and your brain won't shut off? Mary answers all of these questions and shares a short guided meditation for health anxiety at the end of the show! Mary Meckley: @sip.and.omThe Anxiety Chicks: @theanxietychicksThis episode is sponsored by Betterhelp. Struggling with you mental health? Find a licensed counselor to talk to online...from anywhere in the world. CLICK <a href="Betterhelp.com/ACHICKS">HERE</a> for 10% OFF your first month. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit <a href="https://megaphone.fm/adchoices">megaphone.fm/adchoices</a>

Alison and Taylor are joined by fellow healer, podcaster, and meditation guru Mary Meckley. Mary is the host of The Daily Meditation Podcast which offers over 2000 daily guided meditation techniques that manage stress triggers. Alison talks about her struggle with learning how to meditate and the difficulty of sitting with her anxious thoughts. Is meditation really something everyone can do? How does meditation really work? What happens when you try to meditate and your brain won't shut off? Mary answers all of these questions and shares a short guided meditation for health anxiety at the end of the show! Mary Meckley: @sip.and.om The Anxiety Chicks: @theanxietychicks This episode is sponsored by Betterhelp. Struggling with you mental health? Find a licensed counselor to talk to online...from anywhere in the world. CLICK HERE for 10% OFF your first month. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Alison and Taylor are joined by fellow healer, podcaster, and meditation guru Mary Meckley. Mary is the host of The Daily Meditation Podcast which offers over 2000 daily guided meditation techniques that manage stress triggers. Alison talks about her struggle with learning how to meditate and the difficulty of sitting with her anxious thoughts. Is meditation really something everyone can do? How does meditation really work? What happens when you try to meditate and your brain won't shut off? Mary answers all of these questions and shares a short guided meditation for health anxiety at the end of the show!&nbsp;Mary Meckley: @sip.and.omThe Anxiety&nbsp;Chicks: @theanxietychicksThis episode is sponsored by Betterhelp. Struggling with you mental health? Find a licensed counselor to talk to online...from anywhere in the world. CLICK <a href="Betterhelp.com/ACHICKS" rel="noopener noreferrer">HERE</a> for 10% OFF your first month. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit <a href="https://megaphone.fm/adchoices" rel="noopener noreferrer">megaphone.fm/adchoices</a>

32. How Meditation Heals Anxiety with Special Guest Mary Meckley

Welcome to The Anxiety Chicks Podcast—a space for raw, unfiltered conversations about mental health, healing, and everything in between. Hosted by Alison Seponara, MS, LPC (therapist, author of The Anxiety Healer’s Guide) and Taylor Marae, MS, RDN (registered dietitian and health anxiety advocate), this podcast blends personal stories with professional expertise to help you feel seen, supported, and empowered.

Each week, Alison and Taylor share their real-life experiences with anxiety, grief, heartbreak, relationships, and self-discovery—while also exploring evidence-based strategies for healing the mind and body. From cognitive behavioral therapy insights and practical tips for rewiring anxious thought patterns, to nutrition for mental health, holistic practices, and integrative medicine approaches—you’ll gain tools you can actually use to calm your nervous system and find hope in your healing journey.

This podcast isn’t just about anxiety—it’s about being human. If you’ve ever felt overwhelmed, panicked, or stuck in fear, you’ll find community, compassion, and actionable support here.

Follow Alison & Taylor on Instagram along with nearly 1 million other healers: @theanxietyhealer & @health_anxiety.

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Welcome to The Anxiety Chicks Podcast—a space for raw, unfiltered conversations about mental health, healing, and everything in between. Hosted by Alison Seponara, MS, LPC (therapist, author of The Anxiety Healer’s Guide) and Taylor Marae, MS, RDN (registered dietitian and health anxiety advocate), this podcast blends personal stories with professional expertise to help you feel seen, supported, and empowered. Each week, Alison and Taylor share their real-life experiences with anxiety, grief, heartbreak, relationships, and self-discovery—while also exploring evidence-based strategies for healing the mind and body. From cognitive behavioral therapy insights and practical tips for rewiring anxious thought patterns, to nutrition for mental health, holistic practices, and integrative medicine approaches—you’ll gain tools you can actually use to calm your nervous system and find hope in your healing journey. This podcast isn’t just about anxiety—it’s about being human. If you’ve ever felt overwhelmed, panicked, or stuck in fear, you’ll find community, compassion, and actionable support here. Follow Alison & Taylor on Instagram along with nearly 1 million other healers: @theanxietyhealer & @health_anxiety.

Welcome to The Anxiety Chicks Podcast—a space for raw, unfiltered conversations about mental health, healing, and everything in between. Hosted by Alison Seponara, MS, LPC (therapist, author of The Anxiety Healer’s Guide) and Taylor Marae, MS, RDN (registered dietitian and health anxiety advocate), this podcast blends personal stories with professional expertise to help you feel seen, supported, and empowered.

Each week, Alison and Taylor share their real-life experiences with anxiety, grief, heartbreak, relationships, and self-discovery—while also exploring evidence-based strategies for healing the mind and body. From cognitive behavioral therapy insights and practical tips for rewiring anxious thought patterns, to nutrition for mental health, holistic practices, and integrative medicine approaches—you’ll gain tools you can actually use to calm your nervous system and find hope in your healing journey.

This podcast isn’t just about anxiety—it’s about being human. If you’ve ever felt overwhelmed, panicked, or stuck in fear, you’ll find community, compassion, and actionable support here.

Follow Alison &amp; Taylor on Instagram along with nearly 1 million other healers: @theanxietyhealer &amp; @health_anxiety.

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