Meredith shares how a simple car beep at a red light turned into a lesson on how we react to life, and how choosing calm over panic can change everything. All the links: https://linktr.ee/anxietymakesmepoop We are so grateful you’re here. THANK YOU for your monthly support. Your $2 a month helps us cover editing tools, hosting fees, equipment costs, and the behind-the-scenes work that allows us to keep creating meaningful episodes for listeners like you. Your support truly helps us continue impo...
Aug 16, 2025•13 min•Ep. 105
Whether you’re at the “just a little tired” stage or the “full-on can’t-move” level, remember this: exhaustion is your body’s way of waving a giant, slightly passive-aggressive flag saying, “Hey! Slow down!” Let's talk about it. All the links: https://linktr.ee/anxietymakesmepoop We are so grateful you’re here. THANK YOU for your monthly support. Your $2 a month helps us cover editing tools, hosting fees, equipment costs, and the behind-the-scenes work that allows us to keep creating meaningful ...
Aug 15, 2025•16 min•Ep. 104
You’re excited. You share your win. And then… they swoop in with a bigger, better, or totally unrelated story that steals the spotlight. Sound familiar? In this episode of Anxiety Makes Me Poop , Meredith unpacks why some people constantly one-up you, whether it’s a co-worker, partner, or friend and how it affects our mood and sense of connection. You’ll discover the science behind “story topping” and learn the C.A.K.E. method to keep your joy front and center: C — Celebrate yourself first A — A...
Aug 10, 2025•12 min•Ep. 103
Ever had a coworker plant themselves right in the middle of your success lane? In this episode of Anxiety Makes Me Poop , we break down why it feels so personal (yep, brain chemistry), the stages you go through when it happens, and the secret C.A.L.M. method to keep you centered and sane for the day (it's easy!). All the links: https://linktr.ee/anxietymakesmepoop We are so grateful you’re here. THANK YOU for your monthly support. Your $2 a month helps us cover editing tools, hosting fees, equip...
Aug 09, 2025•18 min•Ep. 102
if you’re in a tough season, or trying something new, or just feeling stuck in your own head, remember this: never trust the first mile. It's not telling the truth about what you're capable of. The beginning is always harder than it should be. But the magic is in staying with it. You are allowed to feel awful at the start. You are allowed to hate it for a little bit. But you keep going. Because mile two is coming. All the links: https://linktr.ee/anxietymakesmepoop We are so grateful you’re here...
Jul 31, 2025•15 min•Ep. 101
Meredith gets real about what it means to stay grounded when everyone around you is losing it — at work, at home, or anywhere chaos shows up uninvited. Let' chat: The difference between being the anchor and being the alarm What actual support looks like (hint: it’s not fixing everything) Grounding techniques you can use when tensions rise How to support others without losing yourself If you've ever been the unofficial emotional support human in your group or felt your anxiety spike from someone ...
Jul 20, 2025•23 min•Ep. 100
Meredith opens up about her recent visit to the dermatologist. She talks about what it was like getting skin moles removed, the anxiety leading up to it, and how surprisingly quick and painless the process was. She also shares why skin checks are so important and encourages listeners not to put them off. Hello, 4 stitches... yikes! All the links: https://linktr.ee/anxietymakesmepoop We are so grateful you’re here. THANK YOU for your monthly support. Your $2 a month helps us cover editing tools, ...
Jul 18, 2025•24 min•Ep. 99
In this episode, Meredith shares a simple car metaphor that turned into a surprisingly powerful reminder about anxiety, burnout, and what it really means to heal. Because let’s be honest, some of us have done a lot of driving without an oil change in sight. Through trauma, caregiving, anxiety spirals, emotional detours, and toxic work environments… and we’re running on fumes. But the question isn’t how far you’ve gone, it’s how well you’re taking care of yourself along the way. This episode is a...
Jul 15, 2025•12 min•Ep. 98
I know NOTHING about birds so do not judge me. LOL. Here’s the scene: I’m sitting at my kitchen table sipping coffee this morning, watching the birds at my new feeder. They're hopping in, pecking at seeds, wings twitching and every two seconds, they're moving their heads around like they just heard a loud noise behind them. To me, these birds seem anxious, filled with anxiety, and stressed out even while being at a safe space. And suddenly it hit me: These birds are me . They’re you. They're any...
Jul 13, 2025•13 min•Ep. 97
Inspired by a friend's meme and the Glimmer Concept by Deb Dana, Meredith talks about glimmers, those small moments that help calm your nervous system and remind you that you are safe. Second half of the episode: Meredith shares how a song, music, silence, and a few seconds of stillness can help shift your mood when anxiety takes over. This episode includes ideas from Polyvagal Theory, neuroception, and neuroplasticity. Meredith gives it her best shot trying to pronounce all the science words, n...
Jul 13, 2025•26 min•Ep. 96
In this episode, we talk about that strange feeling in your stomach when something just feels off. Is it your gut instinct? Is it anxiety? Is your body trying to protect you, or is it reacting to old fears? Meredith shares a personal story about being invited to dinner and instantly feeling unsettled. There was no drama, just a clear feeling of discomfort that led to the big question: how do you know when to trust that feeling? Let's explore how instinct and anxiety show up differently, how to r...
Jul 10, 2025•22 min•Ep. 95
Ever feel like the universe is out to get you? Like the second you try to be responsible, something breaks. Your computer dies, your plans fall apart, and your bank account takes the hit. In this episode, Meredith shares a very real moment of frustration (hello, unexpected $2,500 computer purchase) and how easy it is to spiral into the belief that life is happening to us. Like it’s personal. Like we did something wrong. But here’s the truth. Life just happens. Things go wrong sometimes, not beca...
Jul 08, 2025•16 min•Ep. 94
First and foremost, cancer is not funny. But sometimes, if we don’t laugh at the situation… we cry. In this episode, Cassandra shares a unique and unexpected moment with a customer who opened up about something deeply personal and incredibly detailed. The conversation left her standing there, somewhere between compassion and confusion, wondering: “Why me? And what do I even say next?” We chat about the real, human side of these moments; why people overshare with strangers, what science says abou...
Jul 03, 2025•20 min•Ep. 93
This one was inspired by a drive to Chicago. Classic traffic chaos. People were weaving in and out of lanes, and it hit me… That’s exactly how anxiety feels. When we emotionally swerve, trying to fix people’s moods, comparing ourselves, taking on too much, we’re disrupting our own goals and thoughts. Just like traffic, that kind of mental zig-zagging creates gridlock. In this episode, I break down: Why staying in your own emotional lane helps reduce overwhelm And how to pause, breathe, and ask: ...
Jun 29, 2025•11 min•Ep. 92
Meredith is a runner and she shidded her pants on a run last week (sort of!). Listen and laugh with us and find out if it was corn! LOL All the links: https://linktr.ee/anxietymakesmepoop We're grateful that you’re here. THANK YOU for your monthly support. Your $2 a month helps us cover editing tools, hosting fees, equipment costs, and the behind-the-scenes work that allows us to keep creating meaningful episodes for listeners like you. Your support truly helps us continue important conversation...
Jun 22, 2025•20 min•Ep. 91
The brain and body keep the score. And sometimes they gently (or not-so-gently) demand a reset. A slow day. A quiet mind. A mental exhale. All the links: https://linktr.ee/anxietymakesmepoop We are so grateful you’re here. THANK YOU for your monthly support. Your $2 a month helps us cover editing tools, hosting fees, equipment costs, and the behind-the-scenes work that allows us to keep creating meaningful episodes for listeners like you. Your support truly helps us continue important conversati...
Jun 14, 2025•10 min•Ep. 90
All the links: https://linktr.ee/anxietymakesmepoop Red flags a coworker may not like you • Minimal eye contact • Cold, one-word replies • You’re left out of conversations, lunches, or meetings • They skip giving you credit or take it for themselves • You hear they’ve been talking about you • They avoid working with you unless absolutely necessary • Body language is closed off or annoyed • Sarcasm and passive-aggressive behavior What it really means • It’s not about you • Your presence might thr...
Jun 12, 2025•35 min•Ep. 89
This week’s listener submitted plate: IMF1N3. Which, of course, means ‘I'm fine.’... Said no anxious person ever. All the links: https://linktr.ee/anxietymakesmepoop We are so grateful you’re here. THANK YOU for your monthly support. Your $2 a month helps us cover editing tools, hosting fees, equipment costs, and the behind-the-scenes work that allows us to keep creating meaningful episodes for listeners like you. Your support truly helps us continue important conversations around mental health,...
Jun 05, 2025•19 min•Ep. 88
Have you ever met someone and thought, “Your face doesn’t match your name”? We don't talk too much science, but there may be a reason why you think this. Let's talk about it! All the links: https://linktr.ee/anxietymakesmepoop We are so grateful you’re here. THANK YOU for your monthly support. Your $2 a month helps us cover editing tools, hosting fees, equipment costs, and the behind-the-scenes work that allows us to keep creating meaningful episodes for listeners like you. Your support truly he...
May 29, 2025•24 min•Ep. 87
You have come a long way and are doing better than you give yourself credit for. Buy the cake and celebrate those 5-minute wins. All the links: https://linktr.ee/anxietymakesmepoop We're grateful that you’re here. THANK YOU for your monthly support. Your $2 a month helps us cover editing tools, hosting fees, equipment costs, and the behind-the-scenes work that allows us to keep creating meaningful episodes for listeners like you. Your support truly helps us continue important conversations aroun...
May 27, 2025•13 min•Ep. 86
Let's talk BLAH days. B – Burnout Even if you’re not overwhelmed in the moment, your body could be responding to a buildup of stress, overstimulation, or decision fatigue. BLAH days often show up after you’ve been doing too much for too long. L – Lack of Direction No clear goal, no fire lit under you—just floating. When you're not connected to purpose or routine, it can feel like you're stuck in emotional quicksand. A – Avoidance You might be putting off things that feel heavy—conversations, res...
May 26, 2025•10 min•Ep. 85
Is your self-esteem like that gross shower shelf? Cluttered, ignored, but still holding you up? Clean it a little at a time. Toss the crap that’s not yours. Keep what serves you. You don’t need to be spotless, just cared for. You’re worth the rinse, every damn day. All the links: https://linktr.ee/anxietymakesmepoop We are so grateful you’re here. THANK YOU for your monthly support. Your $2 a month helps us cover editing tools, hosting fees, equipment costs, and the behind-the-scenes work that a...
May 25, 2025•16 min•Ep. 84
Manifesting: "My age is a number, not a limit. I am vibrant. I am capable. I am full of life. I embrace every year with laughter, curiosity, and confidence. I'm not getting old; I’m getting better." Resource: Yale researcher Dr. Becca Levy found that people with positive self-perceptions of aging lived 7.5 years longer than those with negative perceptions. All the links: https://linktr.ee/anxietymakesmepoop We are so grateful you’re here. THANK YOU for your monthly support. Your $2 a month helps...
May 18, 2025•19 min•Ep. 83
My besties dressed up without me, and I was so mad! Fever dreams are weird. Those bizarre, vivid, often unsettling dreams that happen when you’re sick. We talk about what causes them (hint: your hypothalamus messing with your temperature and sleep cycles), the weird creatures and shifting spaces that show up, and why your brain feels like it’s buffering. We compare having a cold to things like being a phone at 1% or a snowman melting in the sun. All the links: https://linktr.ee/anxietymakesmepoo...
May 10, 2025•19 min•Ep. 82
Let's explore why some people feel the need to one-up every conversation, what drives that behavior, and how you can respond calmly without turning it into a competition. We share tips on setting gentle boundaries, holding space for yourself, and ensuring you do not dismiss or one-up the other person in return. Join us for real talk and practical tools to handle these tricky moments. All the links: https://linktr.ee/anxietymakesmepoop We are so grateful you’re here. THANK YOU for your monthly su...
May 04, 2025•23 min•Ep. 81
Meredith talks about what it really means to slow down and why it's not just a luxury but a necessity. She shares our culture’s obsession with hustle, the anxiety it fuels, and how adopting a more natural, relaxed lifestyle can help us feel human again. Drawing inspiration from countries like Italy, where rest and joy are prioritized daily, Meredith shares practical and compassionate ways to begin stepping off the hamster wheel. If you’re tired, overstimulated, or just craving a little breathing...
Apr 29, 2025•22 min•Ep. 80
Confidence isn’t magic. It’s a mindset you practice, especially if you've been told you are not good enough. Let’s grow it together! All the links: https://linktr.ee/anxietymakesmepoop We are so grateful you’re here. THANK YOU for your monthly support. Your $2 a month helps us cover editing tools, hosting fees, equipment costs, and the behind-the-scenes work that allows us to keep creating meaningful episodes for listeners like you. Your support truly helps us continue important conversations ar...
Apr 06, 2025•21 min•Ep. 79
Let’s talk about it - hypochondria, illness anxiety, or just that moment when Google convinces you a headache is the worst possible thing . In this episode, we take a lighthearted look at a serious condition, sharing some personal stories while 100% acknowledging the real challenges that come with illness anxiety. If you're looking for an in-depth clinical discussion, this isn’t the episode for you. But if you want to smile a little at how our brains jump to worst-case scenarios, you’re in the r...
Apr 01, 2025•32 min•Ep. 78
Guilt Trip Trap (say that 5 times in a row! LOL): Ever felt guilty for leaving a party early because someone hit you with a passive-aggressive comment? In this episode, we break down why people react this way - Psychological Reactance, Projection, and FOMO - and how to respond with kindness while holding firm boundaries. We also explore Cortisol’s role in that gut-wrenching guilt and how Neuroplasticity can help us rewire our response over time. Plus, if you’re still feeling guilty from a party ...
Mar 30, 2025•16 min•Ep. 77
We’re only scratching the surface today of how we can genuinely support kids who might be struggling. This episode shares a personal experience that shaped my perspective and ways to recognize hidden struggles, ask the right questions, and break the cycle of ignoring what’s beneath the surface. If you’ve ever felt unseen or want to be better for the kids in your life, this one’s for you. Support us here! https://anxietymakesmepoop.captivate.fm/support All the links: https://linktr.ee/anxietymake...
Mar 18, 2025•13 min•Ep. 76
