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Stress & Anxiety Recovery Podcast
BACP Accredited Body Psychotherapist, Shelley Treacher gives "short, inspirational gems of wisdom" in her Stress and Anxiety-focused podcasts.
Shelley's podcasts are about disrupting harmful patterns, from self-criticism to binge-eating and toxic relationships. Learn how to deal with anxiety, stress, and feeling low, and explore healthier ways to connect.
Episodes
104 episodes
The Pressure to Be Cheerful: A Real Talk Christmas Podcast
Feeling the pressure to be cheerful this Christmas? You’re not alone. In this episode, Shelley takes a heartfelt look at the unspoken challenges of the festive season. Shelley offers practical tips on how to navigate the holiday st...
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Season 5
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Episode 5
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22:22
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How Can I Stop Feeling DEPRESSED?
Depression can affect your life, but it doesn't have to define it. With understanding, and the right strategies, it is possible to find joy and fulfilment again. In today's episode:The top 3 causes of depression<...
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Season 5
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Episode 4
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20:30
The Curse of OVERTHINKING. How do I Stop Being an Overthinker?
Shelley helps you to understand the causes of overthinking and how to relax your mind. This podcast explores signs of overthinking and offers strategies to deal with it.In this podcast:Becoming aware of overthinking
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Season 5
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Episode 3
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17:35
Whiskers and Tears - Healing from PET BEREAVEMENT
Today's episode is a deeply personal exploration of pet loss and its emotional toll. Join me as we navigate the intricate layers of grief, eating for comfort, and ...
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Season 5
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Episode 2
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20:20
How to Stop PROCRASTINATING
It's normal for most of us to struggle with procrastination. But if you started a diet or exercise regime in the New Year and now struggle to keep it going, it might be because you didn't understand what was going on for you. There are re...
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Season 5
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Episode 1
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15:44
How to Manage Your Eating and Enjoy Christmas
Nurturing yourself through the pressures of Christmas. Part of the reason we eat so much at Christmas is that it's so easy to do it. Our whole culture makes it easy for us to do so. However, there are many traditions and habits associate...
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Season 4
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Episode 31
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15:25
When Christmas Feels Lost: A Story for Those Facing GRIEF
Welcome to the first of three Christmas podcasts, where I talk about the different feelings we have during the holiday season. Today, I focus on how it can be hard to deal with loss during Christmas. It can be tough if someone you love isn't th...
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Season 4
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Episode 30
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22:20
CHILDREN, Young Adults, and OVEREATING - 5 ways to help
One of the biggest reasons people seek support from me is the fear of passing on their habits to their children. According to statistics, children and young people are using food to cope with mental health issues, more than ever before. I...
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Season 4
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Episode 29
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12:25
The 2 Biggest WEIGHT LOSS Mistakes I Made
“Today I talk about the biggest mistakes I made when trying to stop comfort eating and lose weight. I now advise against being too hard on yourself and going on strict diet. “Shelley says it's really important to be kind to yourself and...
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Season 4
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Episode 28
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2:09
PERFECTIONISM - "I'm always wondering what people think of me"
Do you worry too much about what others think of you? This can lead to overeating for comfort. Today, I talk about trying to be perfect and how it can have bad effects, like causing overeating, stress, and feeling really sad. I point out that p...
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Season 4
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Episode 27
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18:14
MONEY is Not the Issue - Money Stress & How to Cope
Today I talk about money and how our thoughts about money affect us. I mention money problems from the past and ask questions to help you think about your own money beliefs and influences. I conclude that it's important to take care of yo...
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Season 4
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Episode 26
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17:12
"I Just Want to Hide Away" - How Connection is Needed During Depression
In this podcast, I talk about how having good relationships can make you feel happy. I also discuss the importance of setting boundaries when you interact with others. The podcast explains how bonding, trust, and connection affect your brain. I...
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Season 4
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Episode 25
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12:58
“I don’t want to EXERCISE” - Why Your Brain Lies to You
Today, learn how your brain tricks you into avoiding exercise and why it's crucial to overcome this instinct. Understand the neuroscience of movement, uncover the surprising benefits of any form of physical activity, and explore strategies to m...
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Season 4
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Episode 24
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11:49
Healing SELF-DISGUST
Today, we begin by addressing the common issue of self-disgust. I encourage listeners to challenge negative self-talk. I then dive into the topic of seasonal stress, highlighting signs of troublesome stress levels. The podcast provides practica...
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Season 4
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Episode 23
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12:38
Coping with that 'Back to School' End of Summer Feeling
Today, we explore strategies for coping with the sudden shift into Autumn or Fall. Shelley shares her personal journey and how she prepared for a radio show aimed at helping people to embrace autumn. She delves into the concept of disappointmen...
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Season 4
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Episode 22
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11:33
STRESS CYCLES - The Warning Signs of a Binge
Today, Shelley explains the stress cycle associated with evening binge-eating. She lists recognisable signs of a stress state. Describing physiological responses to stress, she details how fight, flight, or freeze responses manifest. Listeners ...
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Season 4
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Episode 21
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8:46
"I only eat badly in the evening" - EVENING BINGE EATING
Today, we explore the relationship between having a busy life, anxiety, and comfort eating. We delve into the reasons why people work so hard, naming potential triggers; addiction to productivity, fear of stopping, the desire to please others, ...
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Season 4
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Episode 22
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13:23
Understand Your EVENING COMFORT EATING In 4 Steps
Today, Shelley explores the most common time we overeat; in the evening. Drawing from her expertise in helping people recover from emotional eating, Shelley discusses why we overeat in the evening. She explores hunger, habit, lack of preparatio...
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Season 4
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Episode 20
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9:40
Recovering from ADDICTION - 6 Life-Changing Options
In this episode, we explore 6 strategies to recover from emotional eating, focusing on the journey to rediscovering life in its fullness. Our aim is to provide valuable insights into the recovery process and offer six life-changing options for ...
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Season 4
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Episode 19
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20:51
STRESS ADDICTION
The focus here is on the effect of stress on the brain and its role in addiction, particularly comfort eating. Shelley starts by discussing how stress alters the brain, making certain behaviours or substances more appealing. She highlights the ...
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Season 4
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Episode 18
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12:33
ADDICTIVE PERSONALITY? Brain Chemistry & Addiction
In this episode, we discuss addictive personality and various forms of addiction, particularly focusing on comfort eating. I talk about the concept of addictive personality, stating that it oversimplifies the reality of addiction.
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Season 4
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Episode 17
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16:23
A Guide to Coping with a NEGLECTFUL Partner - 5 min byte podcast
Are you feeling trapped, ignored, or unloved in a relationship? Navigating the rough seas of a relationship saddled with a selfish person or narcissist isn't an easy journey. In this engaging episode of Underground Confidence, I share m...
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Season 4
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Episode 16
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4:49
Need To Let Go of Someone TOXIC? - 10 Exit Strategies
Here's an intriguing question, have you ever felt an unhealthy attachment to a past partner that feels a lot like addiction? In this candid discussion, I share my findings on post-relationship addiction, an issue that has a surprising number of...
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Season 4
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Episode 15
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19:29
Do you suspect your partner has NARCISSISTIC/selfish tendencies?
Does something feel 'off' in your relationship? Here, I peel back the layers of subtle narcissism, providing you with the tools to spot the warning signs and understand the behaviours often exhibited by covert narcissists. I even share my perso...
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Season 4
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Episode 14
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18:37
Is Being Self-Concerned Bigheaded, SELFISH, or Narcissistic?
The wide spectrum of narcissism (and lack of it) and its profound impact on our harmful habits, self-worth, and relationships, is the subject today. Learn about the delicate balance between selflessness and self-importance, and how different in...
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Season 4
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Episode 13
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13:59