Discover the powerful combination of mindfulness and meditation for combating anxiety and stress. In this episode, we delve into the science behind these practices and explore how they can effectively reduce symptoms of anxiety.

Key Points:

• The Rise of Anxiety: Understand the prevalence of anxiety and stress in today's world and the growing interest in effective coping mechanisms.
• Mindfulness vs. Meditation: Learn the key differences between these two practices and how they can work together to alleviate anxiety.
• The Science Behind Mindfulness: Explore the research supporting the effectiveness of mindfulness meditation in reducing anxiety symptoms.
• Benefits of Mindfulness and Meditation: Discover how these practices can help you:
  • Reduce anxiety and stress
  • Improve focus and concentration
  • Increase self-awareness
  • Build resilience
  • Cultivate a sense of calm and well-being
• Incorporating Mindfulness and Meditation into Your Life: Get practical tips on how to start or deepen your mindfulness and meditation practice.

Join us to explore the transformative power of mindfulness and meditation for anxiety relief.

*I am not a doctor and you should not stop your anxiety medication without consulting your doctor. 

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Feeling anxious or depressed as the days get shorter? This episode of the More Than Anxiety Podcast with Megan Devito offers 10 actionable tips to help you navigate seasonal effective disorder so you feel happier, centered, and more joyful.

Here's a sneak peek at what you'll learn:

• The science behind Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD) and how it impacts your mood and energy levels.
• Why people living in northern countries with less sunlight might not experience higher rates of SAD (hint: it's all about mindset!).
• 10 practical strategies to combat the winter blues, including:
  • Taking vitamin D3 supplements
  • Letting natural light into your home or using a light therapy lamp
  • Balancing hibernation with getting outside for fresh air and movement
  • Choosing warm, nourishing foods that boost your gut health
  • Finding ways to laugh and lighten your mood
  • Creating a consistent sleep schedule
  • Getting sweaty with exercise you enjoy
  • Dressing intentionally to feel good about yourself
  • Connecting with loved ones for support and social interaction

This episode is perfect for you if:

• You experience anxiety or depression during the winter months.
• You're looking for practical tips to boost your mood and energy levels.
• You're interested in learning about the science behind SAD.
• You're ready to take control of your mental well-being and create a more joyful winter season.

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Join me in Episode 14 as I share my personal experience with anxiety medication and discuss strategies for managing anxiety without relying solely on medication. In this episode, I'll address common questions about medication, offer insights into my recovery journey, and provide practical tips for building resilience and overcoming anxiety.

Key Points:

• Understanding Medication: Learn about the role of medication in anxiety treatment and the importance of consulting with a healthcare professional.
• My Personal Experience: Discover my journey with anxiety medication, including the medications I've tried and the challenges I've faced.
• Beyond Medication: Explore effective strategies for managing anxiety without relying solely on medication, such as mindfulness, cognitive-behavioral therapy, and lifestyle changes.
• Building Resilience: Learn how to develop coping mechanisms, challenge negative thoughts, and build self-confidence.
• Finding What Works for You: Understand that everyone's experience with anxiety and medication is unique, and it's essential to find what works best for you.

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Whether you're looking to help yourself of someone you love, Episode 13 is for you. 

In this episode I'm sharing simple ways you can learn about and help someone who is anxious get the help they need including how to recognize and calm panic and anxiety attacks. 

• Understanding Anxiety: Learn to recognize the signs and symptoms of anxiety in others, including emotional, physical, and behavioral changes.
• Offering Effective Support: Discover practical strategies for providing comfort, understanding, and encouragement without judgment or minimization.
• Breaking Down Barriers: Help someone with anxiety feel safe, supported, and validated, creating a space where they can open up and share their experiences.
• Building Resilience: Empower them to develop coping mechanisms, challenge negative thoughts, and build self-confidence.
• Making a Positive Impact: Learn how your support can make a significant difference in their life, helping them overcome challenges and live more fulfilling lives.

REMEMEBER! I'm not a therapist and you might not be either. This is not medical advice. Sometimes the best thing you can do to help someone is by encouraging them to seek help or by calling 988. 

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Feeling overwhelmed by the holiday season? This podcast episode offers practical tips for finding joy and peace, even when you're feeling stressed, sad, and lonely. 

Discover how to create meaningful experiences, connect with others, and find joy in the spirit of the holidays.

Learn how to:

• Break free from negativity and find joy
• Overcome stress, sadness, and loneliness 
• Create lasting memories 
• Embrace the true spirit of the holidays and connect with others.

Whether you're struggling with financial difficulties, relationship issues, or simply feeling overwhelmed, this episode will provide you with the tools and inspiration you need to find joy and peace this holiday season.

Tune in and discover how to create a more meaningful and fulfilling holiday experience.

Here's a sneak peek of what you'll learn:

• The difference between joy and happiness and how to choose joy, even when you're feeling sad
• The power of memories and how to turn the past into a celebration
• The importance of gratitude and how to give back to others
• How to find joy when you're alone and feeling isolated
• The transformative power of spirituality and how to connect with something bigger than yourself

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Do you ever feel like those "GRATEFUL" signs are cheesy? 

I get it. Especially when you're dealing with anxiety or constant negativity. But what if there was actual science behind feeling grateful that could flip the switch on your stress and anxiety?

This episode is for YOU! You'll learn:

• The NERDY Brain Science behind why feeling grateful is SO powerful (and why it's not just toxic positivity!)
• Simple, Practical Ways to use this science to your advantage
• ** How to Stop Feeling Anxious and Overwhelmed** and start feeling more joy in your life, especially during the holidays (even if you hate them!)
• ** How to Rewire Your Brain** for gratitude (it's easier than you think!)

Plus, discover the difference between gratitude and thankfulness, and how they can both help you:

• Feel More Compassionate towards yourself and others
• Build Resilience against stress and anxiety
• Boost Your Confidence
• Find More Joy in your life, every single day

Even if you're feeling stuck in a negative rut, this episode will show you how to dig yourself out. You'll get actionable tips you can use right away, including:

•  Setting Gratitude Reminders on your phone
• Creating a Gratitude Practice
• Paying it Forward  to help others and improve your own mood

Listen to this episode and learn the simple secret to feeling more grateful and reducing stress and anxiety.

P.S. Feeling stuck and overwhelmed? Reach out to Megan and learn how she can help you transform your mindset and your life: https://www.megandevito.com/workwithme

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Discover if you're a highly sensitive person (HSP) and learn how to navigate the challenges and gifts that come with it. In this episode, I explore the signs of being a high sensitive person (HSP), the benefits, and strategies for managing the overwhelm, anxiety, empathy overload, and intuition.

Key Topics:

• Understanding high sensitivity: Explore the characteristics of HSPs, including heightened sensory perception, emotional depth, and empathy.
• Balancing sensitivity and anxiety: Learn how high sensitivity can contribute to anxiety and develop strategies to manage these feelings.
• Harnessing the power of high sensitivity: Discover the positive aspects of being HSP, such as creativity, intuition, and deep connections.
• Coping mechanisms for HSPs: Learn practical strategies to manage overwhelm, set boundaries, and reduce stress.
• Seeking support: Explore the importance of connecting with other HSPs and finding a therapist who understands your unique needs.

Listen now to love your highly sensitive self more and thrive in a world that often looks down on this valuable trait.

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Are you anxious and constantly seeking information online to manage anxiety?
In this episode, I explore the concept of "information overload" and how it can exacerbate anxiety. Learn:

• Why you don't need more information: Discover why more information may not be the solution to your anxiety.
• The role of your brain in anxiety: Understand how your brain's natural functions contribute to anxiety and how to retrain it.
• The power of self-acceptance: Learn to accept anxiety as a normal part of life and embrace your ability to manage it.
• Practical techniques for managing anxiety: Discover simple, effective tools to reduce stress and anxiety.
• Overcoming the fear of feeling anxious: Learn how to use anxious feelings to your advantage so you can take control of your thoughts and emotions.
• The importance of taking action: Discover why simply knowing what to do is not enough and why taking action is essential for overcoming anxiety.

Key Topics:

• The illusion of needing more information: Understand why constantly seeking new information can actually worsen anxiety.
  • "The more information we have, the more anxious that people seem to get."
• The power of your brain: Learn how your brain's natural functions can contribute to anxiety and how to retrain it.
  • "Your brain is doing its job. Every time you start to feel anxious and you get scared and frustrated, if you can take a moment just remember what your brain is trying to do to help you then reparent yourself instead of reacting or researching, you'll be able to put a pause in there."
• The importance of self-acceptance: Accept that anxiety is normal and that you have the power to manage it.
  • "Anxiety is completely normal. Everybody in the world experiences it at some point in time, and some of us are just really freaking amazing at it."
• Practical tools for managing anxiety: Discover simple yet effective techniques to reduce anxiety and promote well-being.
  • "You have the power to change these responses to how you feel and what you think."
• Overcoming the fear of feeling anxious: Learn how to embrace your anxiety and take control of your thoughts and emotions.
  • "It's time to start. The longer you wait, the longer you will feel anxious, and the further it will dig in its heels."

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Tired of feeling like you're not enough? 

In episode 8, I'm talking about "should"ing on yourself and how it can hold you back from achieving your goals. 

You'll learn how to:

• Identify and challenge negative self-talk.
• Replace "should" with "want" to empower yourself.
• Embrace your unique strengths and abilities.
• Create a life that aligns with what your values and wants

Key Topics:

• The power of words and self-talk
• The "should" mentality and its impact
• The importance of self-compassion
• Setting goals that align with your values
• Overcoming self-doubt and limiting beliefs

Join me in this episode and learn the tools and techniques to stop shoulding on yourself so you love and appreciate yourself more.

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Love Halloween and horror movies but also struggle with anxiety? In this episode, I'm sharing the connection between scary movies and managing anxiety. 

Discover how:

• Scary movies can be a form of exposure therapy.
• The controlled fear of horror can provide relief from real-world anxieties.
• You can use scary movies to challenge your own anxious thoughts and cultivate new responses.

Key Topics:

• The psychology of horror and anxiety
• How to use scary movies to manage anxiety
• Overcoming the fear of fear
• The power of choice and new responses
• The connection between anxiety and self-created stories

Join me on this fun episode to learn how to use the power of fear for personal growth and anxiety management.

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