Understanding Anxiety

Let’s explore why (without a doubt) sleep is so important. The effects of seven to eight hours of deep sleep per night on alleviating anxiety and depression are well-documented and profound. The common trait that links all people with anxiety and depression is that they are all exhausted. Therefore, the common-sense remedy would seem to

A phobia is an intense, persistent, and irrational fear of a specific object, situation, or activity that is typically out of proportion to the actual danger posed. People with phobias often go to great lengths to avoid the source of their fear, and when they are confronted with it, they may experience overwhelming anxiety or

 I explore two topics that are essential for achieving emotional calmness and a quieter mind: your Belief Systems and your Reticular Activating System (RAS). The RAS is the part of your unconscious brain that filters information—both positive and negative—and sends it to your conscious mind – ignore reprogramming this at your peril! This is an

We don’t see the world as it is — the brain constructs a filtered model. Learn how understanding this changes the power of intrusive thoughts, doubt and anxiety. Making Sense of Our Senses I explore how fallible and trickable our senses are. Knowing this can be a game-changer for those with anxiety or OCD. This

Chronic pain, fatigue and unexplained symptoms can be the mind’s diversion from unprocessed emotion. Learn how TMS and psychosomatic loops work — and what actually helps. Psychosomatic Conditions and the Mind’s Diversion Tactics This is an excerpt from lecture 12 included in The Calmness in Mind Process, where John Glanvill discusses the sensitive subject of

Racing heart, tight chest, dizziness and trembling are the body’s survival system firing at the wrong time. Learn what the symptoms actually mean — and how to stop fearing them. The Symptoms of Anxiety – What Your Body Is Actually Doing Here is an excerpt from lecture 11 of The Calmness in Mind Process, in

Attention-Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD) is a neurodevelopmental disorder marked by ongoing patterns of inattention, hyperactivity, and impulsivity that can disrupt everyday functioning and development. It is one of the most prevalent mental health disorders, impacting both children and adults, and its symptoms can vary significantly from person to person. I think that many people with Pure

I’m not a nutritionist, so I won’t lecture you. However, many people find that avoiding carbohydrates (sugars), processed foods, and seed oils significantly improves their energy levels and mood. I follow a carnivore/ketogenic diet about eighty percent of the time and eat what I enjoy for the remaining twenty percent. This approach seems to work

Insomnia is a sleep disorder characterised by difficulty falling asleep, staying asleep, or waking up too early and not being able to return to sleep. It can lead to daytime fatigue, irritability, and difficulty concentrating. Insomnia may be caused by various factors, including stress, anxiety, depression, medical conditions, or certain medications. It can be acute,

Mitochondrial health refers to the proper functioning and overall well-being of mitochondria, the energy-producing organelles within our cells. Mitochondria are often referred to as the “powerhouses” of the cell because they produce adenosine triphosphate (ATP), the molecule that provides energy for nearly all biological processes. Many individuals dealing with anxiety, depression, or other mental health

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=GvujDfpytMg&t=190s “Practical approaches to depression and bipolar depression beyond medication. Learn why energy management, slower recharging and changing mental habits can reduce mood swings and build lasting stability.” Depression, Bipolar Depression and What We Can Actively Do for Ourselves Depression is often treated as a fixed chemical or genetic fate. Medication has its place for

Epigenetics shows that genes respond to the environment, stress and repeated patterns of thought — they are not a fixed destiny. Learn how the “chemical soup” of daily life influences gene expression. Epigenetics – How Environment and Thought Influence Gene Expression (This piece is drawn from Video 7 of the Calmness in Mind course.) For

In this 28-minute video, we discuss the many strategies that our unconscious brain uses to trick (and self-sabotage) us into retreating from life through fear, worry, doubt and exhaustion with the condition we call anxiety. The Different Faces of Anxiety (This piece is drawn from Video 5 of the Calmness in Mind course.) After prolonged