In this episode of the Anxiety Society podcast, hosts Cali Werner and Dr. Elizabeth McIngvale are joined by Jon Hershfield, MFT, the Director of The Center for OCD and Anxiety, for a compelling discussion on the rise of anxiety in today’s world. Together, they dive into the uncomfortable truths about how anxiety takes root in our daily lives and uncover actionable strategies to break its hold. From the transformative power of mindfulness to the life-changing tools of dialectical behavior therapy ( DBT). This episode offers fresh perspectives and practical insights for anyone ready to reclaim their peace of mind and live a more empowered life. Don’t miss this eye-opening conversation!

Key Points:

[0:00] - Introduction to Anxiety Society Podcast

Cali and Dr. McIngvale introduce the Anxiety Society podcast, sharing their mission to dive deep into the topics surrounding anxiety in an honest and raw way.

[4:00] - The Rise of Anxiety in Society

The hosts discuss how society's collective anxiety has escalated, offering insight into how and why anxiety has become so pervasive.

[4:14] - What is DBT?

Jon H. explains the principles of Dialectical Behavior Therapy and how it integrates mindfulness.

[13:00] - Breaking Free from Anxiety's Grip

Cali and Dr. McIngvale delve into actionable steps to overcome anxiety, emphasizing the importance of shifting perspectives and tackling it head-on.

[20:00] - The Role of Mindfulness in Managing Anxiety

Mindfulness techniques are explored as a practical tool to manage and reduce anxiety symptoms.

[27:05] - Mindfulness Practices for Anxiety

Practical mindfulness strategies from DBT that listeners can apply immediately.

[39:32] - Breaking Down Common Myths

Addressing misconceptions about mindfulness and its role in anxiety treatment.

[30:00] - Dealing with Anxiety Triggers

The conversation shifts to understanding specific triggers of anxiety and strategies for managing them in daily life.

[52:21] - Final Thoughts and Resources

Wrapping up with actionable advice and an invitation to explore additional resources on the podcast website.

Quotable Moments:

- [4:30] "We are not just talking about anxiety, we are living it, and that’s where the real conversation begins." - Dr. Elizabeth McIngvale

- [13:30] "Anxiety isn't something we can simply 'fix.' It's about learning how to coexist with it, to understand it, and ultimately to change our relationship with it." - Cali Werner

- [30:45] "Mindfulness gives us the ability to pause, to breathe, and to regain control in the midst of our most anxious moments." - Dr. Elizabeth McIngvale

Links Mentioned:

-Shepherd Pratt: https://www.sheppardpratt.org/why-sheppard-pratt/our-experts/details/jon-hershfield-mft/

- Website: [Anxiety Society Podcast: https://anxietysocietypodcast.com

- Instagram: [@TheAnxietySocietyPod: https://instagram.com/TheAnxietySocietyPod

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