Get Real With The English Sisters - Mind Health Anxiety
Feeling Anxious? Feel calmer and get much needed anxiety relief. Listen to Mind, Health, Anxiety with The English Sisters the podcast show for mental health that will give you the tools you need to manage your life and your anxiety. Anxiety and overwhelm is on the rise today and most of us experience it in some form or other. The English Sisters, Violeta and Jutka Zuggo are clinical hypnotherapists, business women, authors, wives and mother’s of wonderful grown up children! As hosts of their show they chat about real stuff that empowers, excites and inspires well-being! Always looking to share their point of view and expertise on how you can manage your anxiety and mental health so as to enjoy life! Sharing their experiences to help you live a calmer, happier, fuller and more relaxed life. If you are in need of anxiety relief and want to learn how to manage your mental health, follow Get Real With The English Sisters - Mind Health Anxiety so as not to miss an episode! New episode weekly every Wednesday! #anxietyrelief #mentalhealth #mind #health #anxiety #therapy #relationships #theenglishsisters #psychology #getrealwiththeenglishsisters
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What if the thought that keeps looping in your head didn’t run your day or your night? We open up about the hidden cost of worry, from the quiet minutes it steals each evening to the long stretches of joy it erodes over years. With clear, simple language and real-life stories, we show how to notice the useful signal inside anxiety, act on what you can, and then set the rest aside so you can live well right now.
Ever feel like the holidays come with a script you didn’t write? We open up about the pressures that creep in this time of year rushed schedules, clashing traditions, and that quiet ache when the day doesn’t match the glossy version in your head and we trade perfection for something kinder and more real.
We dig into the two big stressors of Christmas: having too much to do or too little that feels meaningful....
Wealth shows up first as a feeling, not a figure. We unpack how to live richly right now by choosing what truly matters, noticing everyday wonder, and investing in small luxuries that elevate daily life. From stories of growing up with little to the joy of upcycling and the magic of a moonlit sky, we trace how gratitude and intention can transform simple moments into lasting abundance.
We talk candidly about ...
What if the real difference between burnout and breakthrough is the story you tell yourself about who you are? We open up about the identity of persistence we’ve built over years, why it helped us keep going, how it sometimes misled us, and the simple ways we test whether to push forward or change course. No hustle clichés here, just grounded tools, candid stories, and a few laughs as we sort out what “not giving up” ...
Ever notice how fast words can outrun wisdom? We dive into the surprising strength of saying less how holding your tongue can calm conflict, deepen trust, and make room for real growth. From resisting the urge to “fix” your partner’s story to letting kids make glorious kitchen messes that turn into mastery, we share practical tactics and personal moments where silence did more than a perfect speech ever could.
What if your worth didn’t hinge on output, perfection, or constant bloom? We dive into the real meaning of unconditional love and why it’s hardest to offer ourselves. From the tender roots of childhood to the playful wisdom of a rescue kitten, we unpack how acceptance not achievement creates safety, confidence, and healthier relationships.
We start by acknowledging how early experiences shape the way we love ...
What if the anxiety that feels “normal” is just a habit your brain learned—and can unlearn? We dig into the subtle ways chronic worry becomes a comfort zone, how early cues and environments shape our stress responses, and the simple, daily practices that rebuild calm from the inside out.
We share practical tools you can use today. You’ll hear the traffic-light test for runaway thoughts, sensory anchors that s...
We explore intentional living through the lens of relationships, community, and self, arguing that everything meaningful requires conscious effort. From small greetings to protecting home as a romantic space, we map practical rituals that reduce anxiety and deepen connection.
• shifting from autopilot to deliberate presence
• early dating energy versus long-term complacency
• doorframe rituals and mea...
We explore why anger surges when life does not match our expectations and how simple shifts in prediction, planning, and communication can help us stay grounded. Stories from trains, shops, golf courses, and home show how tiny triggers point to bigger patterns.
• the brain’s prediction error as a driver of anger
• everyday triggers that generalise into global frustration
• relationship clashes caused ...
Anxiety loves autopilot, and autopilot loves routine. We break that loop with tiny, doable shifts that put you back in the driver’s seat of your day—starting with your breath, your senses, and a few seconds of honest attention. As therapists, we share practical ways to calm a racing mind, including slow, sighing exhales you can use anywhere, micro nature pauses that fit between tasks, and sensory check-ins that bring ...
We share the one question that shifts perspective fast and helps us choose better actions in the moment. Through mornings, workouts, work boundaries, and big life choices, we show how honest answers cut stress and build agency.
• the core question that reframes thoughts and behavior
• awareness of thoughts driving feelings and anxiety
• swapping unhelpful morning scripts for simple motivators
• ha...
A good laugh can feel like a reset button for the mind, but why does it work so well—and why do some spaces still treat joy like a liability? We dive into the science of endorphins, the psychology of pattern interrupts, and the social rules that tell us when it’s “acceptable” to smile. From nervous giggles in tough moments to the quiet relief of sharing a joke, we explore how humor helps us regulate emotions, widen pe...
Your mind keeps knocking, even at 2 a.m.—book the appointment, fix the thing, worry about everything. We’ve been there, and we break down what actually helps when thoughts won’t let go: a deep sigh that resets your system, a “mind house” where you park tasks for later, and small, deliberate actions that pull you back into the present.
We talk about the paradox of stress—how doing less often makes anxiety loud...
Ever caught yourself thinking you're beyond repair? That moment when life's roadmap seems to have vanished, leaving you disoriented and questioning your path forward? This raw and heartfelt conversation tackles the powerful distinction between feeling broken and being in the process of healing.
Drawing from a surprisingly relevant experience of driving without lane markings, we explore how disorient...
In this re run of one of our most popular episode we explore the concept of YOLO (You Only Live Once) and how its meaning has evolved from encouraging risk-taking to becoming a source of pressure and anxiety in modern life.
• Different interpretations of YOLO compared to phrases like "carpe diem"
• How YOLO creates pressure to constantly do more and experience everything
• The connection bet...
In this re run of one of our most popular episodes we explore how perfectionism can be dangerous, stopping us in our tracks and preventing us from living fully and joyfully despite its association with excellence.
• Perfectionism is a rising problem fueled by social media and comparison culture
• The "all or nothing" mentality prevents people from taking action or trying new things
• Perfect...
"Happiness is an inside job," declare the English Sisters in this refreshing exploration of how simplifying our complicated lives leads directly to greater joy. Rather than proposing grand lifestyle overhauls, they focus on practical, accessible adjustments anyone can implement today.
The conversation begins with our most fundamental life process – breathing. Through simple techniques like the 6-6-6...
A re run of one of our most popular episodes. Have you ever noticed your shoulders creeping toward your ears during a stressful day? Or caught yourself holding your breath without realizing it? These physical manifestations might be trying to tell you something profound about your emotional state.
In this deeply relatable episode, we dive into the fascinating world of bottled emotions and the surprising toll ...
A re run of one of our most helpful episodes.
Worrying takes up an immense amount of our daily mental space and often robs us of enjoying the present moment. We explore how most of our worries never materialize, yet they steal our time and energy.
• Treating worrying thoughts like an unwanted song on a playlist that you can skip
• Taking action on worries when possible rather than ruminating endlessly
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Why do we expect others to read our minds? That moment when you're feeling down and desperately want comfort, yet resent having to explicitly ask for it—we've all been there. This deeply human experience forms the heart of our conversation about the vulnerability of asking for what we need.
The struggle to make direct requests transcends all relationships but becomes particularly pronounced with rom...
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