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- 80. 12 Thinking Traps that Create Anxiety
Thinking traps create more anxiety than necessary! Let's see how your thoughts influence anxiety, panic, and even depression. I'm sharing 12 common thinking traps that exacerbate anxiety.
In this episode, I break down how rigid thinking patterns can create undue stress. Understanding these traps is the first step to managing your anxiety.
Discover strategies to combat irrational thoughts and celebrate small wins. This episode will help you challenge core beliefs and adopt a flexible mindset. Learn to stay present and reduce anxiety by focusing on current gratitudes.
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- Discover what kind of people pleaser you are
- 6 Signs Your Perfectionism is in the Way of Your Happiness
- Reduce anxiety and stress while also gaining control in your life as a busy working mom.
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0:00 - Intro: 12 Thinking Traps That Create Anxiety
1:42 - Magnification and Catastrophizing4:15 - Overgeneralizing and Fortune Telling6:32 - Mind Reading and Emotional Reasoning9:08 - Disqualifying the Positive & "Should" Statements11:25 - All-or-Nothing Thinking13:10 - Techniques to Challenge Anxious Thoughts31 min - 79. Releasing Mom Rage
Our rage is rooted in unprocessed childhood trauma. I was never taught to process my emotions as a child. When triggered now, that old wounding reactivates. My body protects itself through rage, not realizing I'm an adult.
We have two categories of triggers - external (chaos, noise, lack of support) and internal (beliefs, fears, trauma). External triggers are unavoidable as parents. But building internal awareness reveals why the external affects us so deeply.
Through inner child work, we heal by naming emotions, visualizing our younger self, and uncovering root memories driving our triggers. Then we can reparent ourselves with self-compassion. Normalize the struggle - you're not alone. Act from your values, not just reactions.
Get more info:
https://www.carinocounseling.com0:00 What is Mom Rage?
4:16 Internal vs External Triggers
9:23 The Role of Childhood Trauma
14:39 Building Emotional Awareness
20:11 Normalizing the Struggle
25:37 Acting From Your Values
30:43 Letting Go of Control
36:15 Inner Child Reparenting
Guest Info:
Connect with Tina Hamilton on Instagram @healingparentcoach or her website here.
Resources Mentioned:
Secrets of a Supermom
Worry Workshop
Podcast Disclaimer
43 min - 78. The Set Back Cycle
In this episode, I sit down with Amy Schoenthal, author of "The Setback Cycle," to discuss how major setbacks can unexpectedly lead to powerful breakthroughs for successful women. Drawing from her interviews with hundreds of leaders, Amy shares the four-stage framework from her book that helps individuals embrace pivotal moments and carve new paths forward.
This episode dives into:
- Amy's four phases for the "setback cycle" - establish, embrace, explore, emerge - and how this cycle aids growth through challenges.
- The crucial role of self-reflection, values, exploration, and crafting a personal mission during setbacks is to realign with your driving goals.
- Overcoming common pitfalls like rumination, blame, and rashly jumping into the next thing without careful planning.
- Developing mindset shifts and comfort with discomfort is needed to experience post-traumatic growth and redefine success.
Guest Info:
Connect with Amy on Instagram @amysho or her website here.
Resources Mentioned:
Stages of She Podcast
Worry Workshop
Podcast Disclaimer
37 min - 77. The Five Essential Routines Every Working Mom Needs for Better Work/Life Balance
In this episode, we delve into the lives of working mothers striving for that elusive “work-life balance”. Our special guest, Anna Dearmon Kornick, a time management coach, podcaster, wife, and mom, shares her personal journey from a high-pressure job on Capitol Hill to offering invaluable time management strategies she has developed along the way as a time management coach.
This episode dives into:- The challenges of aligning your career with personal values
- The five essential routines every working mom needs for a better work-life balance.
- The importance of having habits and routines that support your desired life.
- Strategies for setting boundaries, managing distractions, continually reevaluating priorities, and evolving time management as circumstances change.
Guest Info:
Connect with Anna on Instagram @annadkornick or her website here.
Resources Mentioned:
Juniors Bedtime Lotion! Use code JUSTINE51432 for 10% off
What Type of People-Pleaser Are You Quiz?
Anxiety Coaching
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1 hr - 76. Changing the Unfair Division of Labor in Marriages
In this episode, we dive into the gender-based division of labor at home with Eve Rodsky, New York Times bestselling author of "Fair Play" and "Find Your Unicorn Space." We discuss the toxic myths and societal messages that have conditioned women to shoulder the majority of unpaid domestic and caregiving responsibilities and explore how reclaiming your time and enacting fair, mutually agreed upon boundaries can significantly improve your mental health and well-being.
This episode dives into:
- The toxic myths and societal messages have conditioned women to accept an unequal division of labor.
- How to effectively communicate with your partner and establish fair, mutually agreed upon boundaries and systems.
- The powerful "Fair Play" framework that will help you reclaim your time, energy, and sense of self.
- How regaining control of your domestic workload can significantly improve your mental health and wellbeing.
Guest Info:
Connect with Eve on Instagram @fairplaylife or her website here.
Resources Mentioned:
Anxiety Coaching
Moondbird- use code Justine20 for $20 off
The No BS Human Design Podcast
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37 min - 75. High Achieving Identity and Depression
In this episode, we meet Reshona Jessamy, Assistant Attorney General turned skincare entrepreneur. Reshona shares her inspiring story of resilience after struggling with depression and attempting suicide as a result of identity loss. We delve into the impact of career setbacks on mental health, the struggles with depression high-achieving women face, and the power of therapy in changing lives.
This episode dives into:
- The emotional toll of perfectionism.
- Understanding and coping with depression and suicidal thoughts.
- Mental health challenges faced by high-achieving women.
- How self-care and a sense of purpose can be catalysts for healing.
Guest Info:Connect with Rashana on Instagram @officialnovara or her website here.
Resources Mentioned:
Anxiety Coaching
Moondbird- use code Justine20 for $20 off
The No BS Human Design Podcast
Podcast Disclaimer
51 min - 74. Maternity Leave for Self-Employed Women
Juggling motherhood as a self-employed entrepreneur? You're not alone! Although there are so many benefits to being your own boss, there are also a ton of struggles that add the challenge of thriving in parenting and career. This episode dives deep into the topic of the lack of maternity leave for self-employed women. I speak with Jessica Figueroa, a powerhouse attorney, broker, and mom of two and she shares her inspiring journey of building a business while navigating the unique challenge of having a newborn.
This episode dives into:- The lack of service available for self-employed mothers trying to take maternity leave.
- The pressure of maintaining a business during the postpartum period.
- The differences between Jessica's maternity experiences with her first child while working in corporate America and her second child while running her own business.
- The emotional toll of hiding a pregnancy to maintain professional relevance.
Guest Info:
Connect with Jessica on Instagram @jfigco or her website here.
Resources Mentioned:
Anxiety Coaching
Moondbird- use code Justine20 for $20 off
Holding Space Podcast with Dr. Cassidy
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48 min - 73. How to Reignite Your Libido
Let’s talk sex, ladies! Dr. Carli Blau, a licensed sex and relationship therapist and women's health expert tells us all about how to reignite our libidos as busy, working moms in long term relationships.
This episode dives into:
The impact of life transitions, such as becoming a parent, on libido and sexual intimacy.
The importance of pleasure in sex and the need for women to prioritize their own sexual satisfaction.
Tips for reigniting the libido and maintaining a fulfilling sex life on top of the demands of work and family responsibilities.
How to reignite our libido’s when on anxiety medications, such as SSRI’s.
Guest Info:
Connect with Dr. Carli on Instagram @SexDocCarli or her website here.
Resources Mentioned:
Follow me on IG @_thoughtsfromthecouch_
Sexapalooza
Anxiety Coaching
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1 hr - 72. 5 Types of People-Pleasers
Do you tend to bend over backwards to make others happy, even if it costs you your own peace of mind? Do you always find yourself in the middle of conflicts with your family members, trying to always manage the peace? In this solo episode, we dive into the ways “people-pleasing” fuels anxiety. I'll share insights and practical strategies to help you break free from this cycle and embrace a life that is in more alignment with what you want, instead of always making other people happy first. Tune in and discover how to say "no" with confidence and prioritize your own sense of peace.
This episodes dives into:
- The 5 types of people pleasers I have come across in my practice.
- The role of family dynamics and societal messaging in "people pleasing" tendencies.
- The importance of setting boundaries for overcoming "people pleasing.
Guest Info:
Connect with me on Instagram @_thoughtsfromthecouch_ or my website here.
Resources Mentioned:
Follow me on IG @_thoughtsfromthecouch_
People-Pleaser Archetype Quiz
Anxiety Coaching
Path to Peace Live
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Moondbird- use code Justine20 for $20 off
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30 min - 71. Anxiety, Burnout and Boundaries
Welcome to Season 3 of Thoughts from the Couch podcast!!!! In this solo episode, I dive deep into the topic of burnout, anxiety, and boundaries. If you think you might be a “people-pleaser” or perfectionist with a Type A personality, then this episode is going to be so useful in helping you understand yourself and make changes to make life a little less stressful for you.
This episode dives into:
- Defining anxiety and burnout and the relationship between the two.
- The 3 main types of burnout.
- The impact of burnout on individuals with Type A personalities.
- Top strategies for managing burnout and the importance of setting boundaries to help with this.
Guest Info:
Connect with me on Instagram @_thoughtsfromthecouch_ or my website here.
Resources Mentioned:
Follow me on IG @_thoughtsfromthecouch_
Anxiety Coaching
Path to Peace Live
Bekome- use code Justine20 for 20% off
Moondbird- use code Justine20 for $20 off
Podcast Disclaimer
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About Thoughts from the Couch Podcast
From the publisher's feed
Perfectionism, anxiety and burnout aren’t your story anymore.
I'm licensed psychotherapist and anxiety treatment specialist, Justine Carino. Welcome to my virtual therapy couch, where we unpack modern mental health for female entrepreneurs.
I'm breaking down the easiest ways to manage anxiety, stress, perfectionism, "people-pleasing" habits and burnout for the women who want both successful and sustainable businesses.
You're just minutes away from setting better boundaries around your time and relationships so you can finally enjoy both your career and personal life.