• Today’s story: Swamy G.  I really like his story because of his powerful imagery and use of language to describe depersonalization and derealization.  He also identifies some key elements in recovery and has a program.  

• https://acoachcalledlife.com/my-depersonalization-story/
• https://acoachcalledlife.com/
• https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCUJTQ4PGt5cKCSrGcY3pCHA

About Wes

I’ve found there is a great need for those facing anxiety and depression.  As a School Counselor with a specialization in Stress and Anxiety Management, I see many students look for help in these areas but sometimes with little success.  Some doctors know little about this prevalent issue and many seek years of help before finding it. I myself have experienced severe panic attacks and depersonalization disorder.  After getting through what felt hopeless at times, I’m here to provide information, hope, and a comprehensive approach.

On Anxiety Help With Wes, "Becky's Battle with OCD, Emetophobia, Food and More"

Story found on

https://theocdstories.com/stories/facing-my-fears-with-cbt/

Anxiety Help With Wes

I am a School Counselor and also help students and adults with general anxiety disorder, panic attacks, and depersonalization derealization.  

About Wes

I’ve found there is a great need for those facing anxiety and depression.  As a School Counselor with a specialization in Stress and Anxiety Management, I see many students look for help in these areas but sometimes with little success.  Some clients tell me that their doctor doesn't 'get it.'  I myself have experienced severe panic attacks and depersonalization disorder.  After getting through what felt hopeless at times, I’m here to provide information, hope, and a comprehensive approach.

anxietyhelpwithwes.com 

On Anxiety Help With Wes, "Sarah's Story: Living With Agoraphobia and Panic Attacks" 

Story found on 

https://www.mentalhealth.org.uk/stories/sarahs-story-living-agoraphobia-and-panic-attacks

Sarah's YouTube

https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCSY3eypqiyuFsq51ud2T_Kw

Anxiety Help With Wes

I am a School Counselor and help students and adults with general anxiety disorder, panic attacks, and depersonalization derealization.  

About Wes

I’ve found there is a great need for those facing anxiety and depression.  As a School Counselor with a specialization in Stress and Anxiety Management, I see many students look for help in these areas but sometimes with little success.  Some clients tell me that their doctor doesn't 'get it.'  I myself have experienced severe panic attacks and depersonalization disorder.  After getting through what felt hopeless at times, I’m here to provide information, hope, and a comprehensive approach.

anxietyhelpwithwes.com 

Episode 14 - Listening is a skill

Personal Update: Got Married

Pete Davidson and Grande follow up

Cool articles on relationships

• • https://www.psychologytoday.com/us/blog/emotional-fitness/201209/10-tips-help-avoid-ugly-arguments
• • https://www.psychologytoday.com/us/blog/meet-catch-and-keep/201710/how-long-should-you-date-getting-married
  • A plan in place for when something comes up

Mind Up Lesson 4

• Reticular Activation System
• Listening is a skill
• • Listen to understand
  • Repeat verbatim
  • Try it especially when you’ve been told something that bothers you.
  • Pause (and I mean long uncomfortable pauses)
  • Mindful (focused and without judgment)

Anxiety Help With Wes

I focus on general anxiety disorder, panic attacks, and depersonalization derealization.  

About Me

I’ve found there is a great need for those facing anxiety and depression.  As a School Counselor with a specialization in Stress and Anxiety Management, I see many students look for help in these areas but sometimes with little success.  Most doctors know little about this prevalent issue and many seek years of help before finding it. I myself have experienced severe panic attacks and depersonalization disorder.  After getting through what felt hopeless at times, I’m here to provide information, hope, and a comprehensive approach.

Lesson on Neurons and calming brain and body. 

practicing thoughts are needed mental exercises.

Plus a look at Justin Bieber & Hailey Baldwin, Pete Davidson and Ariana Grande engagements and challenges to a successful marriage.

From the Mind Up Curriculum, Lesson 2 on Mindful Awareness.  

Episode breakdown 

Quotes

• Everything is my responsibility.  I always ask “what is my responsibility in getting here, and what actions am I willing to take to move forward?”   
• We focus only on our part, not on what the other person has done.  We clean up our side of the street and keep going.
• Even if I didn’t cause the situation, is my reaction appropriate?  What am I making this mean?
• • We can’t control what happens, but we can control how we react to it.
• Love  

• What if I knew I would love myself no matter what?
• See my mother the way God sees her?
• God help me see myself the way you see me?
• I’m learning to see myself in a new way

TV Plug

• The Disaster Artist

Update on Me

• Exercise
• • Body high
• Bedtime

Next week

• Lewis Rowlands on Depersonalization Derealization

News

• https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=hMIFFuKs1Oc
• Link between national media coverage and an attractive person involved
• • Good looking people wouldn’t do something bad?
  • They are good looking, why would they do that?
• Ben Affleck in rehab for alcohol addiction

Lesson 2 Mind Up

• Mindful awareness is two parts (1) focusing attention and (2) withholding judgment

Understanding our brain is a key element for growth.  

My father, Roger Murphy, and I discuss panic attacks at school.  Then we identify (on the fly) what causes students anxiety.  Finally, we offer some solutions for students and parents facing these issues.  A few of the causes of panic for students are listed below

• https://www.7cups.com/qa-panic-attacks-13/what-do-you-do-when-a-panic-attack-comes-in-the-middle-of-school-5672/ 
  • size
• • Test anxiety
  • Lunch - no one to sit with
  • Lost in hall
  • school change
  • Bullies
  • Late bc of being lost
  • Being blocked on instagram, twitter, etc.
  • Poor
  • Size
  • Looks
  • Demanding schedule
  • Mean teachers
  • No friends
  • Gigantic syllabus
  • Noise

Given Demi Lovato's recent headlines with a drug overdose, I (Wes) take a look at her environment, history, reasons, etc. behind substance use.  Additionally, ideas are discussed/considered about how she can best move forward.

Intro

• Clip from Business and Biceps Podcast about anger
• • Nobody F**g Cares at 5:00 mark begin
  • • https://soundcloud.com/businessandbiceps
  • Dr. Berg
  • • Signs of B1 deficiency
    • How much sugar you need in your diet
    • • https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/dr-bergs-healthy-keto-and-intermittent-fasting-podcast/id1339976762?mt=2

Guest

• Today’s guest, Lisa, is a middle school counselor with 20 years of experience.  She is a personal friend was my site supervisor & mentor during my internship. Lisa brings one of her former students with her who joins in the conversation.  

Anxiety Help With Wes

We specialize in general anxiety disorder, panic attacks, and depersonalization derealization.  www.anxietyhelpwithwes.com

About Wes

I’ve found there is a great need for those facing anxiety and depression.  As a School Counselor with a specialization in Stress and Anxiety Management, I see many students look for help in these areas but sometimes with little success.  Most doctors know little about this prevalent issue and many seek years of help before finding it. I myself have experienced severe panic attacks and depersonalization disorder.  After getting through what felt hopeless at times, I’m here to provide information, hope, and a comprehensive approach.