During today's episode, Erin discusses two of the anxiety responses that many of those affected by the Coronavirus Pandemic are experiencing. 

Some of us are trying to do "all the things" while some of us are just trying to avoid anything and everything. 

We're seeing a rise in anxiety and depression across the world in relation to the quarantine and many individuals are even flip flopping between the anxiety responses. 

Erin shares her experience with her audience as it relates to her productivity and battle with depression and anxiety. 

As always, I'd love for you to review this podcast on your favorite streaming platform and share a screenshot of you listening and be sure to tag @erinmbackman on Instagram and @erinbackmancoaching on Facebook!

If you're needing support during this time, she has some free resources listed on her linktree: 

https://linktr.ee/erinmbackman

Oh my goodness!! All the feels you guys!

On today's episode, Erin shares what the Grief Process is (Kubler Grief Cycle) 

1) Denial 

2) Anger

3) Bargaining 

4) Depression

5) Acceptance 

She also reviews the similarities of the grieving process and what a sense of loss feels like. 

She shares resources for how to move through the grieving process and a few books: 

1) The ONE Thing by Gary Keller https://www.amazon.com/ONE-Thing-Surprisingly-Extraordinary-Results/dp/1885167776

2) You are a Badass by Jen Sincero https://www.amazon.com/You-Are-Badass%C2%AE-Doubting-Greatness/dp/0762447699

3) The 5 Second Rule by Mel Robbins https://www.amazon.com/Second-Rule-Transform-Confidence-Everyday/dp/1682612384/ref=tmm_hrd_swatch_0?_encoding=UTF8&qid=1586458601&sr=1-1

As always, I'd love for you to review this podcast on your favorite streaming platform and share a screenshot of you listening and be sure to tag @erinmbackman on Instagram and @erinbackmancoaching on Facebook! 

On today's episode, Erin shares with her listeners why support groups/systems are so powerful and what you can do to find one! 

She reviews what they increase in an individual, as well as what it helps decrease (hint: depression, stress, and anxiety). 

If you're looking for more resources, check out her linktree.com/erinmbackman or 12steps.org if you need a virtual 12 step program. 

Here's the hoping you find your tribe!! 

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Erin breaks down what a Quarter-Life Crisis is!! 

She shares her story of her quarter-life crisis and how she overcame it as well as some strategies to work through it and thrive after it! 

You don't have to have it all figured out and shouldn't be SHOULDING all over yourself!! 

This is a time for you to explore what you might like doing, who you want to be, and try shit out! Make mistakes babe! It's all part of the process. 

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Erin discusses the difference between coaching and therapy on today's episode. 

She'll review the following: 

- What they each are 

- What they can offer you as a client 

- Why you would want to choose one over the other 

- Why you may want both in your life 

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Erin breaks down what RESILIENCY is and shares her own story about getting to the resilient b*tch she is today! 

She also breaks down some strategies on what you can do right NOW to strengthen your resilience muscle: 

1) Work on Self-Confidence 

2) Create a realistic plan & stick to it

3) Manage your feelings 

4) Build Communication Skills 

5) Build Problem Solving Skills 

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Erin discusses some tactics for dealing with anxiety that may be caused by the current health issue that is effecting most of the world, COVID-19. 

She reviews the definition of anxiety, as well as mass hysteria. 

She then covers 7 ways to help with your anxiety: 

1) Box Breathing 

2) Talk to Someone 

3) Best Case/Worst Case/Most Likely 

4) Journaling 

5) Abstaining from Social Media/Media 

6) Activities that Bring Joy 

7) Exercise 

We're all in this together and it will take all of us with a consorted effort to make it through this pandemic. Please stay at home if you can and reduce the spread of COVID-19. 

Erin discusses why saying NO can change your life. 

She reviews why saying YES all the time is a form of people pleasing and shares Psychology Today's definition for "How to Know You're a People Pleaser" 

- What is People Pleasing 

- Why we People Please

- Why It's Making Our Lives Shitty 

- How to Stop the Cycle of People Pleasing 

- Why Saying No is an Act of Self-Care 

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Erin sits down and discusses how negative self-talk is ruining your life. 

She reviews exactly what it is, provides examples from her life and also shares some strategies on how to stop your negative self talk. 

Erin discusses Boomers and Millennials in the workplace. 

- What is a Boomer? 

- What is a Millennial 

- How are the two generations different in the workplace 

- How to bridge the gap between Boomers and Millennials