Anxiety Rx

Anxiety Rx

Hosted by: Russell Kennedy

I am an anxious doctor. Or at least I WAS an anxious doctor. After literally decades of suffering from intractable anxiety, and seeing over 50 different types of healers I found my way to heal my anxiety through very...

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Emotional Alchemy: Transforming Anxiety into Empowerment

Episode #97

In this episode of The AnxietyRX Podcast, I’m chatting with another MBRX student, Katherine from Calgary. Katherine's got a story to tell – she's been dealing with anxiety her whole life, it’s been a tough road, and...
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Exploring the Gut-Brain Connection: How Your Microbiome Influences Mental Health

Episode #96

Hey there, it's Dr. Russ! In this episode of the AnxietyRX Podcast, I'm chatting with Dr. Christine Bishara, a total rockstar in the world of gut health. She's the author of "The Gut Revolution" and she's here to...
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Healing Anxiety Through Creative Expression and Self-Discovery

Episode #95

In this episode of the AnxietyRX Podcast, we're diving deep into the messy world of anxiety, family drama, and career blues. My guest, Michelle - another MBRX student - is an internal auditor who's been on quite a...
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Anxiety: The Uninvited Guest That Just Won't Leave—How to Kick It Out!

Episode #94

In this episode, I sit down with Danielle to talk about our personal struggles with anxiety. We both grew up with some pretty tough stuff – my dad had schizophrenia and bipolar disorder, and Danielle was raised in an...
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The Intersection of Culture, Religion, and Anxiety: Understanding Our Emotional Landscape

Episode #93

Hey everyone! In this episode I'm joined by Amy Green Smith, a personal development coach from North Carolina. We're diving deep into the world of anxiety, and Amy shares her own personal journey. She talks about...
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The Hidden Costs of Resilience: Insights from a War Survivor

Episode #92

In this episode, I sit down with Dr. Helen Sairany, a war survivor from Iraq. We dive deep into the world of trauma and how it can shape our lives. Helen shares her incredibly brave story of surviving war as a Kurdish...
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The Connection Between Anxiety, Grief, and Parenting: Embracing the Journey of Letting Go

Episode #91

Hey there! I'm Dr. Russ, and in this episode of The AnxietyRX Podcast, we're diving deep into some real, raw emotions. Molly Carroll, a psychotherapist, joins me to talk about anxiety, grief, and the rollercoaster of...
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Conquering the Ego Dragon of Anxiety and Eating Disorders

Episode #90

Hey there, it's Dr. Russ! *Unfortunately, there’s no video for this podcast episode - audio only! On this episode of The AnxietyRX Podcast, we're tackling a big one: the tangled web of anxiety, eating disorders, and...
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Breathwork Detox: Clearing Emotional Blockages for a Healthier Mind

Episode #89

Hey there, it's Dr. Russ. On today's episode, I'm stoked to have Kurtis Lee Thomas on the podcast. He's a breathwork expert and the brains behind Breathwork Detox. We're diving deep into the world of anxiety and...
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Why Did My Parents Make Me This Way? (And Can I Blame Them?)

Episode #88

In this episode I open up about how parenting can deeply affect our mental health, especially when it comes to toxic versus non-toxic styles.  I'll share some personal stories about my own battles with feelings of...
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Is Your Anxiety Rooted in Childhood Trauma?

Episode #87

In this episode, I'm diving deep into the nitty-gritty of anxiety. Let me tell you, it's not just about your thoughts. There's a bigger picture here. I'm talking about your body's built-in alarm system that's been...
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How to Coexist with Competing Attachments Without Losing Yourself

Episode #86

Hey everyone, Dr. Russ here! On this episode of the AnxietyRX Podcast, we're gonna dive into something a little different: how the things we love can actually trigger anxiety - competing attachments. I'll share some...
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