Excuse my Anxiety! Living with Mental Illness

Everyone experiences anxiety, but how well do we handle it? Join Jessika as she offers her story of being diagnosed with GAD and social anxiety. Relevant interviews, advice, and an unapologetic approach to surviving in “THE ANXIETY AGE.” Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/jessika-patten/support

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Episodes

Monday Jul 06, 2020

In this episode I explore traumatic childhood experiences and explain what obstacles stand in the way of your breakthrough. What hinders your heart from healing the past? I will use my story to open the lines of communication and dialogue about Overcoming Childhood Trauma. Be mindful and let go of the past with assurance of a better future.
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Episode 10: Mental Self Care

Monday Jul 06, 2020

Monday Jul 06, 2020

Mental self care is vital when living with a mental illness. Here are the basics of mental self-care and daily mindfulness to become more positive. I will identify 7 areas to focus your time and attention on to maintain a healthy mental balance.
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Monday Jul 06, 2020

In this episode host Jessika, takes us on her weight loss journey after getting to her largest weight. She also gives 6 simple weight loss tips that helped her keep the weight off.
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Monday Jul 06, 2020

In the episode guest co-host Pastor Cherryl Patten shares her philosophy on dealing with anxiety based on the Bible.
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Episode 7 Dating in 2020

Sunday Jun 14, 2020

Sunday Jun 14, 2020

In this episode Jessika is unapologetic in her discussion about dating &relationships. She will let you know if "He is the Right One." She also offers insight about toxic relationships in a lighthearted way to give listeners a deeper look at complicated relationship dynamics in 2020.
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Sunday Jun 14, 2020

In this episode Jessika identifies 5 physical triggers for anxiety and 5 emotional triggers for increased anxiety. But she doesn't leave you hanging right there, she also gives you 3-steps steps to follow that are sure to help you regain control in highly emotional situations.
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Monday Jun 08, 2020

In this episode the host gives three strategies for effective communication. Each one with an example to help you visualize the outcome. The relaxation tip of the day and Jessika's final thought from Socrates.You don't want to miss it.
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Episode 4: Beating Depression

Thursday Jun 04, 2020

Thursday Jun 04, 2020

In this episode we explore the link between anxiety and depression. The definition of depression is examined and 4 tips to beat depression are given. The relaxation tip of the day and a final quote will be shared.
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Tuesday Jun 02, 2020

This episode focuses finding your mental happy place. We will discuss strategies on combating negative self-talk and identifying self-talk personas.
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Monday Jun 01, 2020

In this episode you will get the get a better understanding of anxiety through the 5W's and H of Anxiety. Each anxiety related disorder in the DSM - 5 is addressed and discussed. Not to mention the Relaxation tip of the Day and Jessika's final thought.
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