In this week’s episode, Val and Em take a deep dive into two topics that are relatable for pretty much everyone in today’s society – anxiety and stress 😅

From basic definitions, to stats, to practical tips for how to actually manage anxiety and stress, this episode is a must listen.

And, as always, we get into so much more – including some of Val’s lore 🤪

This episode covers:

• 1:00 - Thoughts on the end of the year/new year reflections
• 02:47 - Tea & Crumpets: Men Who Hate Women by Laura Bates & Buy Now, the Shopping Conspiracy (on Netflix)
• 08:52 - The Lore: Some of Val’s most memorable moments from her old job
• 13:50 - The DSM: Navigating stress and anxiety
• 40:23 - Now That’s What I Call…OKAAAAY!
• 42:24 - Em Pick: “American Teenager” by Ethel Cain
• 44:35 - Val Pick: “The Parting Glass” by The Wailin' Jennys
• 46:20 - Wait…What?: What does “unaliving” mean?
• 52:47 - Fire Dumpster Phoenix: How two grandparents are selling Christmas trees to fund their grandchildren’s college education & a positive rat experiment related to anticipatory savoring

Resources + Stuff  Mentioned in This Episode:

• Men Who Hate Women by Laura Bates
• Buy Now, the Shopping Conspiracy (on Netflix)
• Statistics and insights from the APA’s 2023 Stress in America Report:
• Acceptance and Commitment Therapy
• American Teenager by Ethel Cain
• The Parting Glass by the Wailin’ Jennys and by Hozier
• Grandparents planted over 5,000 Christmas trees a decade ago to help fund their grandkids collegiate careers!
• @thatgoodnewsgirl on IG

Connect with Us:

• Send a story or ask for advice: [email protected] 
• But For Real on IG: @butforrealpod
• Now That's What I Call... OKAAAAY Playlist
• The Gaia Center on IG: @thegaiacenter
• Val on IG: @valkaymartin
• The Gaia Center website: www.gaiacenter.co 

DISCLAIMER: But For Real Podcast is not a substitute for individualized mental health treatment or healthcare. This podcast is solely for entertainment and educational purposes. If you are in crisis, please utilize crisis support services, such as the Crisis Text Line (Text START to 741741 in the US) or the 988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline: (Call 988 in the US), or visit www.findahelpline.com for international resources.