Episode 229: Help, I’m Feeling Really Anxious—How Do I Calm Down?

The Jessica Cooke Podcast

Are you feeling overwhelmed, constantly on edge, and like anxiety is taking over your life? You’re not alone. In this episode, I’m talking about how anxiety can make us feel stuck, and today, we’re diving into Emma’s story.

Emma, at 50, has always managed stress well, but recently, her anxiety has become unmanageable. It’s affecting her sleep, mood, and daily life. She’s heard that exercise can help, but even the thought of starting a new routine adds to her anxiety—sound familiar?

I’m going to walk Emma (and you!) through practical ways to ease anxiety and build healthy habits that won’t add more stress. Together, we’ll explore how to calm your mind, create routines that work, and stop feeling overwhelmed by trying to do it all at once.

We’ll cover:

• Why Anxiety Feels Overwhelming: And how it affects more than just your thoughts.
• Taking Control with Small Steps: Simple, effective ways to reduce anxiety without adding to your stress.
• Building Routines that Stick: How to start slow, feel calmer, and take back control.

Grab a cup of tea and hit play—it’s time to break free from the grip of anxiety and start feeling strong and in control again!