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Anxiety Sucks!

NAMI Orange County

Let"s be real; anxiety can suck, but talking about it doesn"t have to! Hang out with hosts Breann and Max every other Wednesday to tune out the anxious thoughts and get real about our mental health. We chat about anxiety, mental health, pop culture, and everything else in-between. You can check us out on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or wherever you listen to podcasts. Learn more about the podcast here!

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01:22:57

Anxiety Sucks: Trans Voices and Mental Health with...

Anxiety Sucks! ·

2025/05/20

On today’s episode, we’re joined by a very special guest: Rene Snow from APAIT. Rene is a peer support specialist who actively works to uplift and support the LGBTQ+ community.In this episode, Rene opens up about her personal journey as a transgender woman and offers a powerful, relatable conversation about the experiences of the trans community. She emphasizes the importance of normalizing transitioning as a part of the broader human experience—reminding us that everyone goes through major life

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01:21:04

Mental Health and Immigration with Victoria Valle Remond

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2025/04/24

On today’s episode, we have a very special guest: Victoria Valle Remond. Victoria immigrated from Mexico with her family when she was just 8 years old. She opens up about her personal mental health journey and what it was like to leave behind close relatives at such a young age. Victoria shares the emotional challenges she faced, how they shaped her, and offers heartfelt advice for anyone navigating a similar experience.Immigration Resources: Nuestra CasaCatholic Charities Immigrants Rising Connect

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01:05:49

Doom Scrolling

Anxiety Sucks! ·

2025/04/02

In today's episode, we're diving into a habit we ALL struggle with: doom scrolling. Let's be real — we all do it, and yet we can't help but feel that pang of regret afterwards. 😬 It’s like a trap we can’t escape, right? But what if we told you that we can unlearn these habits and start using our phones as tools for good instead of constant scrolling? Join us as we explore how to break free from the endless scroll and reclaim our peace of mind.Connect with us: ⁠⁠NAMI Orange County

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00:30:27

Tour de NAMI with Cork Snider

Anxiety Sucks! ·

2025/03/12

Join us for Tour de NAMI, May 30th–June 9th!We're excited to announce a special event with four stops along the route: San Francisco, San Luis Obispo, Orange County, and San Diego. At each stop, we'll be hosting mini-events to raise funds for mental health programs supporting youth.Want to ride along? Join Cork and his riding partner Rick as they embark on the journey! You can ride with them for as long as you'd like. Just be sure to come prepared with water, sunscreen, bike tires, and

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00:56:20

Contentment VS. Happiness

Anxiety Sucks! ·

2025/02/26

Welcome back to Anxiety Sucks! On today's episode, Max and Breann dive into the idea of contentment and discuss the difference between being content and being happy, and which of the two is more fulfilling. They also share the self-care they both do to achieve the feeling of contentment, offering helpful takeaways for those seeking a more peaceful, fulfilling life.Connect with us: ⁠NAMI Orange County Website⁠Email us at: anxietysucks@namioc.orgInstagram: @nami_ocTik Tok: @nami_ocFacebook: NAMI

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00:45:34

Trauma Recovery with Jack Maurer

Anxiety Sucks! ·

2025/02/12

Welcome back toAnxiety Sucks! In today’s episode, we’re joined by Jack Maurer, who opens up about his personal journey through trauma and recovery after a life-changing boating accident. Jack dives into the mental battles he faced throughout his recovery process and reflects on how the experience has deeply impacted and transformed his life.Connect with us:⁠NAMI Orange County Website⁠Email us at: anxietysucks@namioc.orgInstagram: @nami_ocTik Tok: @nami_ocFacebook: NAMI Orange CountyYoutube: NAMI

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01:05:57

Welcome Back & Welcome Max Virtue

Anxiety Sucks! ·

2025/01/29

Welcome back to Anxiety Sucks! We're thrilled to introduce Max Virtue as our new cohost! In this episode, Max opens up about his personal mental health journey and some of the major life transitions he's currently navigating. We're back, releasing new episodes every other Wednesday, so be sure to subscribe and stay tuned for more insightful conversations!Connect with us: NAMI Orange County Website Email us at: anxietysucks@namioc.org Instagram: @nami_oc Tik Tok: @nami_oc Facebook: NAMI Orange

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00:05:43

Happy New Year

Anxiety Sucks! ·

2025/01/01

Happy New Years from Anxiety Sucks! New full episodes will come back on Wednesday January 15th! Connect with us: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠NAMI Orange County Website ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Email us: anxietysucks@namioc.org ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Instagram⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠: @nami_oc ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠TikTok⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ @nami_oc ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Youtube:⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ NAMI Orange County Resources: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠OC WarmLine⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠, call or text at

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00:55:31

Adulting Anxieties with Shay

Anxiety Sucks! ·

2024/12/18

In this episode, Bree sits down with her longtime best friend, Shay Virtue, to talk about the anxieties they've both faced in their early 20s. Shay opens up about her personal mental health journey, sharing the struggles she's encountered and the strategies that have helped her manage her anxiety.Connect with us: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠NAMI Orange County Website ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Email us: anxietysucks@namioc.org ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Instagram⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠: @nami_oc

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00:27:36

Seeking Validation

Anxiety Sucks! ·

2024/12/04

In this episode, Bre opens up about her new relationship and her journey to overcome the habit of seeking constant validation. Madi shares her own experiences with this need and how it impacts her relationships. Together, they explore what has worked for them, strategies for building self-confidence, and ways to break free from relying on external validation to feel good.Connect with us: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠NAMI Orange County Website ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Email us: anxietysucks@namioc.org

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00:46:43

The high school scaries

Anxiety Sucks! ·

2024/11/20

On this episode, Bre and Madi open up about their high school experiences, reflecting on the pressures, anxieties, and lack of mental health awareness they faced. They discuss how they navigated these challenges and want to share a message of hope: even though high school can feel overwhelming, many of the things that seem crucial now may feel less important over time. Through their stories, they aim to help students feel less alone and remind them that things do get better after high

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00:40:34

Anxiety Sucks x It's Okay to Feel

Anxiety Sucks! ·

2024/11/06

Join Anxiety Sucks hosts Bree and Madi as they welcome It’s Okay to Feel host Dave Hill to the show! It’s Okay to Feel is NAMI Orange County’s second podcast, and Dave shares what’s in store for the upcoming season. They also discuss NAMI OC's annual 5K Walk, happening on Saturday, November 16th at Angel Stadium. Be sure to join us at the event, where you’ll have a chance to meet both Dave and Bree, who will be working at the walk!NAMI-OC Resources: Website: https://www.namioc.org/ Instagram:

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00:30:20

Self Care Check-In

Anxiety Sucks! ·

2024/10/24

This week we discuss therapy and mindfulness with an emphasis on self care. Tune in for a candid conversation about what's been on our minds recently!

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01:02:28

Trauma Dumping Pt. 2

Anxiety Sucks! ·

2024/10/09

Welcome back to another episode of Anxiety Sucks! In this episode, we're joined by Dr. Sharnell Myles from Embark Behavioral Health and technology specialist Christian Johnson. In this episode, Madi and Breann welcome back Dr. Myles to continue the conversation on the dangers of trauma dumping—this time focusing on its impact through social media. Dr. Myles introduces Christian Johnson, a technology specialist, to help us explore how social media affects younger generations and how the constant

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00:52:01

Setting Boundaries

Anxiety Sucks! ·

2024/09/25

In today’s episode, Madi and Breann explore their personal struggles, focusing on the challenges of setting boundaries with family members. They candidly discuss their financial difficulties and how these challenges impact their relationships, both with family and in their personal lives. Connect with us: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠NAMI Orange County Website ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Email us: anxietysucks@namioc.org ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Instagram⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠: @nami_oc

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00:59:51

Trauma Dumping with Dr. Sharnell Myles

Anxiety Sucks! ·

2024/09/11

Welcome back to another episode of Anxiety Sucks! In this episode, we're joined by Dr. Sharnell Myles from Embark Behavioral Health Our hosts dive into an insightful conversation with Dr. Myles about trauma dumping. Dr. Myles is a licensed professional in psychotherapy and specializes in treatment for complex trauma. She discusses the effects of trauma dumping onto your friends and briefly touches the negative effects social media can have toward trauma dumping. Planned Parenthood Resources:

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00:58:14

Planned Parenthood X Anxiety Sucks

Anxiety Sucks! ·

2024/08/28

Welcome back to another episode of Anxiety Sucks! In this episode, we're joined by Courtney Bramstedt from Planned Parenthood.Our hosts dive into an insightful conversation with Courtney about the incredible resources and programs that Planned Parenthood offers. Tune in to learn more about their work and how they support communities across the country! Planned Parenthood Resources: Website: pposbc.org Educational Workshops: betterthansexed.com Facebook: @plannedparenthoodosbc Instagram:

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00:43:45

Self Awareness and the Cringe-O-Meter

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2024/08/14

Welcome back to a new season of Anxiety Sucks! Madi and Breann have decided to kick off season 4 with a candid discussion on self awareness. Listen in for some of the experiences our hosts have had with finding the balance between over-thinking and under-thinking. Connect with us: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠NAMI Orange County Website ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Email us: anxietysucks@namioc.org ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Instagram⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠: @nami_oc ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠TikTok⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ @nami_oc

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00:31:41

farewell season 3

Anxiety Sucks! ·

2024/06/12

Thank you everyone who listened to this season! We have so much fun making these episodes and we hope you enjoy them. Stay tuned for our upcoming season we will be back shortly :) We want to hear from you! ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠NAMI-OC Podcast Survey ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Connect with us: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠NAMI Orange County Website ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Email us: anxietysucks@namioc.org ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Instagram⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠: @nami_oc ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠TikTok⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ @nami_oc

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00:27:02

things that bring us comfort

Anxiety Sucks! ·

2024/06/12

On today's episode, Madi and Breann dive into the little joys that make life brighter, sharing the simple pleasures and everyday moments that bring them comfort and happiness. We want to hear from you! ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠NAMI-OC Podcast Survey ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Connect with us: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠NAMI Orange County Website ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Email us: anxietysucks@namioc.org ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Instagram⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠: @nami_oc ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠TikTok⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ @nami_oc

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