Anxiety and alarm are made so much worse by two things: UNCERTAINTY and RESISTANCE.
In fact, combining the two, it is our resistance to uncertainty and the alarm that creates in our physiology that is the origin of our worries.
In this episode of the Anxiety Rx Podcast, I talk about recognizing and neutralizing these two factors that make our lives so much more painful than it has to be.
Find me on IG: @theanxietymd if you have any q's.
Your BIGGEST supporter, after yourself,
Dr. Russ

2 factors that make Anxiety & Alarm SO MUCH WORSE

I am an anxious doctor. Or at least I WAS an anxious doctor. After literally decades of suffering from intractable  anxiety, and seeing over 50 different types of healers I found my way to heal my anxiety through very unconventional (for a medical doctor at least) means.

In 2013 I was so anxious I considered suicide and a friend suggested I try LSD, and although that scared the crap out of me it showed me the path to healing. You don't have to do LSD to heal, I took it for you! I'm a medical doctor, neuroscientist and intuitive. (I know, common combination!)

I found my way out and it is counterintuitive and very non conventional (but not scary!).

I will show you the way out too, you just have to listen to me, dammit!

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Welcome to Part Three of a four-part Q&A series, where I respond to questions from my MBRX students. 
From the most asked to the not-so-common, these answers are packed with insights that can really shift your perspective. 
My team has created a super handy resource that lists all the questions I answered in this episode, along with their timestamps. This way, you can skip straight to the questions that interest you without having to listen/watch the entire episode. 
To access this PDF, click the link below:
https://drive.google.com/file/d/1YfzGhAq8fGOC5GwCGegU1hgN4U6QRxGI/view?usp=sharing
You can also watch this episode on YouTube with subtitles here:
https://youtu.be/cYMTEuTsJqE
Your BIGGEST supporter [after yourself],
Dr. Russ
Thank you for listening and you can find me on IG: @theanxietymd
PS. These questions were from my MBRX students, if you would like to join MBRX, my program on healing anxiety permanently, click here: https://www.theanxietymd.com/MBRX
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TIMESTAMPS
00:00 - Introduction to Q&A
Question 10
00:46 -Are physical alarm in the body, the inner child, and the ego all the same person or different people?
Question 11
05:06 - The concept of 'ego' and how it seems in Buddhism and yoga to be almost a 'bad part.
Question 12
09:01 - You talk about needing to “process emotions”, can you talk about what exactly that means. What does that look like?
Question 13
20:21 - My nervous system reacts quite strongly to all the global crisis we are facing as mankind. How can I help my nervous system to still feel connected to others?
Question 14
24:07 - In the MBRX program, you reference the mantra sensation without explanation. Can you speak a little bit to those two approaches which seem to be radically different. 
Question 15
29:08 - How can I heal Emetophobia?

Q&A with Dr.Russ Part 3/4

Welcome to Part Two of a four-part Q&A series, where I respond to questions from my MBRX students. 
From the most asked to the not-so-common, these answers are packed with insights that can really shift your perspective. 
My team has created a super handy resource that lists all the questions I answered in this episode, along with their timestamps. This way, you can skip straight to the questions that interest you without having to listen/watch the entire episode. 
To access this PDF, click the link below:
https://drive.google.com/file/d/1Flab5DI1CRXXOhB3s8nyy15wkBFe1hX8/view?usp=sharing
You can also watch this episode on YouTube with subtitles here:
https://youtu.be/hUoTEO8aIcw
Your BIGGEST supporter [after yourself],
Dr. Russ
Thank you for listening and you can find me on IG: @theanxietymd
PS. These questions were from my MBRX students, if you would like to join MBRX, my program on healing anxiety permanently, click here: https://www.theanxietymd.com/MBRX
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TIMESTAMPS
00:00 - Introduction to Q&A
Question 4 
00:45 - Tips on calming your anxiety down in the moment?
Question 5 
11:54 - Health anxiety is such a struggle for me. It’s a vicious cycle, please help.
Question 6 
18:28 - Can this same approach help with OCD?
Question 7 
24:59 - Does MBRX work for everyone?
Question 8 
31:32 - I have been doing the various meditations, what am I doing wrong?
Question 9 
35:00 - Do you have any suggestions for whilst I am driving to instill your advice and help me stay calm ?

Q&A with Dr.Russ Part 2/4

Welcome to Part One of a four-part Q&A series, where I respond to questions from my MBRX students. 
From the most asked to the not-so-common, these answers are packed with insights that can really shift your perspective. 
My team has created a super handy resource that lists all the questions I answered in this episode, along with their timestamps. This way, you can skip straight to the questions that interest you without having to listen/watch the entire episode. 
To access this PDF, click the link below:
https://drive.google.com/file/d/16nK-rvZTQ5Z7OxxpWrTPVszfHNi6FKan/view?usp=drive_link
You can also watch this episode on YouTube with subtitles here:
https://youtu.be/hmmYg-RZLzE
Your BIGGEST supporter [after yourself],
Dr. Russ
Thank you for listening and you can find me on IG: @theanxietymd
PS. These questions were from my MBRX students, if you would like to join MBRX, my program on healing anxiety permanently, click here: https://www.theanxietymd.com/MBRX
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TIMESTAMPS
0:00 - Introduction to Q&A
Question 1 
01:25 - What is the difference between alarm and symptoms?
04:03 - When I do find the alarm, I think I am identifying it in my throat, but my throat feels like it is closing… Is that a symptom or alarm?
09:17 - How does that work with other symptoms like diarrhea or migraines or foot pain?
10:43 - How do I explain childhood self when she is in the midst of childhood? At what age do you feel it switches?
14:08 - What part of the brain, e.g. frontal lobe, does this come from?
17:53 - How is this different from the id, ego, superego, or lizard brain?
Question 2 
21:45 - Do you have an opinion on ketamine treatments?
Question 3 
31:21 - Is agoraphobia something to be managed or is it curable?

Q&A with Dr.Russ Part 1/4

Hey everyone, Dr. Russ here!
This week on The AnxietyRX Podcast, we're diving deep into the world of anxiety – not just the racing thoughts, but the physical sensations too. We'll explore how our bodies actually throw us an "alarm" when we're anxious, and why learning to recognize these signs is key to healing.
I'll be sharing my own story about anxiety, and how stuff like social media can seriously stoke the flames. We'll also talk about this concept of "the gap" – that space between feeling anxious and reacting to it.
I'll also be teaching you a technique called "objecting without contracting." No fancy jargon here, just a practical way to connect with your inner child and offer some compassion in those anxious moments.
By learning to acknowledge and process this internal "alarm," I believe we can completely transform our relationship with anxiety. So, if you're ready to ditch the anxiety cycle and find some healing, this episode is for YOU!
Thank you for listening and you can find me on IG: @theanxietymd if you have any questions.
PS. If you would like to join the MBRX family of 3600+ anxiety WARRIORS who are shifting from coping with their anxiety to actually HEALING it, click the link below: https://www.theanxietymd.com/MBRX
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TIMESTAMPS
Anxiety as Separation (00:00:01)
Alarm in the Body (00:02:36)
Impact of Social Media (00:06:12)
Managing Alarm (00:09:20)
Metabolizing Alarm (00:11:38)
Healing Anxiety (00:13:50)

The Gap Between You and Your Anxiety: Finding Healing in the Space Between

Hey Anxiety Fam, Dr. Russ here! This week's episode is for all the amazing dads out there. We're tackling a big one: emotional well-being in fatherhood.
Joining me is Ian Abbott, a single dad on a mission to help dads embrace their feelings. We'll chat about the challenges men face, how it impacts kids, and (bonus!) how to break free from those "tough guy" stereotypes.
This episode is your invitation to prioritize your emotional health for a stronger, happier family. 
Thank you for listening and you can find me on IG: @theanxietymd if you have any questions.
PS. If you would like to join the MBRX family of 3600+ anxiety WARRIORS who are shifting from coping with their anxiety to actually HEALING it, click the link below: https://www.theanxietymd.com/MBRX
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TIMESTAMPS
Challenges of Fatherhood (00:00:54)
Emotional Literacy and Parenting (00:02:23)
Personal Journey to Fatherhood Compass (00:02:57)
Impact of Emotional Illiteracy (00:05:18)
The Importance of Learning Parenting (00:09:43)
Men's Emotional Literacy and Parenting (00:11:55)
Parenting Challenges and Gender Differences (00:15:52)
Impact of Emotional Literacy on Parenting (00:16:56)
Unconscious Gender Norms (00:18:26)
Crying and Emotional Support (00:18:45)
Overcoming Stigma and Finding Support (00:19:44)
Positive Changes in Fatherhood (00:21:15)
Parenting Dynamics and Emotional Shifts (00:22:24)
Emotional Regulation and Parenting (00:24:27)
Common Challenges and Anger Management (00:25:24)
Self-Care and Seeking Support (00:27:59)
Repairing Relationships After Outbursts (00:28:53)
Emotional Awareness and Somatic Experience (00:31:51)
Understanding Children's Behavior (00:33:33)
Emotional Separation and Early Emotional Intelligence (00:36:08)
Processing Emotions (00:36:24)
Parenting Perspective (00:37:08)
Coping Strategies (00:37:40)
Good-Enough Parenting (00:40:14)
Repairing Relationships (00:41:11)
Conflict and Intimacy (00:42:09)
Embracing Big Feelings (00:43:00)
Societal Expectations (00:44:47)
Supportive Environments (00:50:13)
Conscious Parenting (00:53:46)
Course Information (00:54:16)
The dad freak out (00:54:39)
Confidence in parenting (00:55:32)

2 factors that make Anxiety & Alarm SO MUCH WORSE

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