If You Struggle With Anxiety, You Need To Hear This | The Mel Robbins Podcast
Published at : February 22, 2023
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In this episode, you’re invited to sit in on a really personal and raw conversation with our 17-year-old son, Oakley.
Whether you experience #anxiety yourself or you’re just worried about someone you love who does, this episode is a powerful gift from my family to you.
What Oakley shares based on his personal experience is life-changing.
You will hear Oakley describe two periods of anxiety and some pretty scary and #overwhelming thoughts that rose up freshman and sophomore years of high school.
The biggest takeaway is that big #overwhelmingthoughts are normal and keeping them to yourself makes them worse.
Too many of us experience anxiety and try to deal with it on our own. Let Oakley inspire the people you love to open up to you.
You are not weird or messed up if you have fleeting dark thoughts, but if those thoughts persist, please reach out to a therapist, family, friends, spiritual leaders, or other trusted people in your life to talk about them.
You matter and you don’t have to go through this time alone.
Disclaimer: The content in this episode is for informational and entertainment purposes only and is not meant to be a substitute for professional therapeutic support. If you’re experiencing feelings of hopelessness, please seek the professional support you deserve.
If you suspect someone you love is suicidal, please talk to them and share the U.S. Suicide Hotline: 988. Help is available; do not go it alone.
Xo Mel
In this episode, you'll learn:
2:03: Is your teen resistant to therapy? Here’s what Oakley had to say about it.
2:45: The way Oakley thinks about journaling is pretty profound.
3:33: My son schooled me on therapy and why I should have done it for myself sooner.
8:30: Oakley explains something he was feeling that I had no idea about.
9:31: Oakley describes his panic attack and dark thoughts (trigger warning).
14:41: Here’s why Oakley didn’t share his feelings with me and his father.
15:56: This is what everyone has to know about big, scary thoughts.
20:10: There is a big difference between these kinds of thoughts.
25:03: Here’s what Oakley suggests for those struggling on their own.
26:48: Oakley’s existential crisis that led to his breakdown.
33:14: My panic attacks and anxiety felt like this when I was growing up.
34:28: Here’s what we did to support Oakley.
35:40: The John Mayer song that had a powerful impact on Oakley.
39:19: Here’s where Oakley is now that he’s been working with his therapist.
55:59 Two profound quotes that really resonated with us both.
Listen to the #podcast episode "If You Struggle With Anxiety, This Episode Will Change Your Life" - https://link.chtbl.com/DAinFkFf?sid=ep41_description
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In this episode, you’re invited to sit in on a really personal and raw conversation with our 17-year-old son, Oakley.
Whether you experience #anxiety yourself or you’re just worried about someone you love who does, this episode is a powerful gift from my family to you.
What Oakley shares based on his personal experience is life-changing.
You will hear Oakley describe two periods of anxiety and some pretty scary and #overwhelming thoughts that rose up freshman and sophomore years of high school.
The biggest takeaway is that big #overwhelmingthoughts are normal and keeping them to yourself makes them worse.
Too many of us experience anxiety and try to deal with it on our own. Let Oakley inspire the people you love to open up to you.
You are not weird or messed up if you have fleeting dark thoughts, but if those thoughts persist, please reach out to a therapist, family, friends, spiritual leaders, or other trusted people in your life to talk about them.
You matter and you don’t have to go through this time alone.
Disclaimer: The content in this episode is for informational and entertainment purposes only and is not meant to be a substitute for professional therapeutic support. If you’re experiencing feelings of hopelessness, please seek the professional support you deserve.
If you suspect someone you love is suicidal, please talk to them and share the U.S. Suicide Hotline: 988. Help is available; do not go it alone.
Xo Mel
In this episode, you'll learn:
2:03: Is your teen resistant to therapy? Here’s what Oakley had to say about it.
2:45: The way Oakley thinks about journaling is pretty profound.
3:33: My son schooled me on therapy and why I should have done it for myself sooner.
8:30: Oakley explains something he was feeling that I had no idea about.
9:31: Oakley describes his panic attack and dark thoughts (trigger warning).
14:41: Here’s why Oakley didn’t share his feelings with me and his father.
15:56: This is what everyone has to know about big, scary thoughts.
20:10: There is a big difference between these kinds of thoughts.
25:03: Here’s what Oakley suggests for those struggling on their own.
26:48: Oakley’s existential crisis that led to his breakdown.
33:14: My panic attacks and anxiety felt like this when I was growing up.
34:28: Here’s what we did to support Oakley.
35:40: The John Mayer song that had a powerful impact on Oakley.
39:19: Here’s where Oakley is now that he’s been working with his therapist.
55:59 Two profound quotes that really resonated with us both.
Listen to the #podcast episode "If You Struggle With Anxiety, This Episode Will Change Your Life" - https://link.chtbl.com/DAinFkFf?sid=ep41_description
—
Want to keep watching? Catch exclusive EXTENDED cuts for each episode of The Mel Robbins Podcast here on YouTube https://bit.ly/tmrp_playlist 📺
Listen to The Mel Robbins Podcast while you're on-the-go! https://link.chtbl.com/DAinFkFf?sid=listennow 🎧 Available wherever you listen to your favorite podcasts. New episodes drop every Monday (to start your week) and Thursday (to get you through it).
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