Calming Anxiety
325 episodes

Every Calming Anxiety episode

Every session with a script, newest first: guided meditations for anxiety, panic and sleep, and Books at Bedtime stories. Each page has the audio and the full words, so you can listen, read along, or find the one you need again.

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  1. It's here - Anchored, the App6 Jul 2026 · 3 min
  2. I keep being too hard on myself - 10 Minutes of Guided Meditation6 Jul 2026 · 11 minHave you been setting the bar impossibly high for yourself today?
  3. When You Feel a Bit Bleugh | 10 Minute Meditation for those Low Days5 Jul 2026 · 12 minSome days, you aren't completely ill enough to stop, but you simply don't feel well enough to feel like your true self. It’s that flat, grey, running-on-empty feeling th…
  4. The Sign of the Four Chapter 3Books at Bedtime · 4 Jul 2026 · 13 minWhy Listen to Audiobooks for Sleep?If you suffer from insomnia or nighttime anxiety, standard white noise isn't always enough to turn off your internal monologue. Listen…
  5. Health Anxiety Relief - Box Breathing for a Calmer Mind4 Jul 2026 · 12 minIf your mind has been scanning your body today, checking, worrying, or searching for signs that something is wrong, this episode is a safe space for you. Health anxiety…
  6. The Sign of the Four Chapter 2Books at Bedtime · 3 Jul 2026 · 14 minBooks at Bedtime: Sherlock Holmes – The Sign of the Four (Chapter 2)Episode DescriptionWelcome back to Books at Bedtime by Calming Anxiety. If tonight finds you dealing…
  7. I Am Capable | A 10-Minute Somatic Reset for Self-Belief3 Jul 2026 · 10 minStop looking outside for permission to feel worthy. If you have been searching for how to build unshakeable self-belief, the answer isn’t in a thought—it is in your body…
  8. The Sign of the Four Chapter 1Books at Bedtime · 2 Jul 2026 · 24 minA Classic Escape: Immerse yourself in the atmospheric, foggy streets of Victorian London—the perfect low-stimulus backdrop for sleep.
  9. I Am Safe in This Moment — A Guided Meditation for Present Safety2 Jul 2026 · 11 min00:00 — Cold Intro: Acknowledging the truth of your current safety.
  10. The Time Machine Chapter 16Books at Bedtime · 1 Jul 2026 · 13 minAbout the Show & CommunityFor daily relaxation techniques, stress management, and mindfulness support, subscribe to the main Calming Anxiety podcast network. If you love…
  11. The 10 Minute Anxiety Reset | Grounding for Overwhelm.1 Jul 2026 · 11 minIf your mind feels like it has fifty tabs open and the noise of the world is trapped in your chest, it is time to hit the reset button. In this episode of Calming Anxiet…
  12. The Time Machine Chapter 15Books at Bedtime · 30 Jun 2026 · 4 minWelcome to Books at Bedtime by Calming Anxiety.If you are struggling with insomnia, a racing mind, or simply need a soothing evening routine to help you drift off, let t…
  13. The Time Machine Chapter 14Books at Bedtime · 30 Jun 2026 · 15 minThe Time Machine (Chapter 14 – Further Vision)Escape into a deep sleep with tonight’s episode of Books at Bedtime, brought to you by the Calming Anxiety podcast.
  14. Calming Anxiety — A Guided Meditation for Health Anxiety Relief30 Jun 2026 · 11 minCalming Anxiety — A Guided Meditation for Health Anxiety ReliefIf you've spent your day scanning your body for sensations or letting your mind spiral over every flutter…
  15. The Time Machine Chapter 13Books at Bedtime · 29 Jun 2026 · 9 minWelcome to Books at Bedtime by Calming Anxiety. Tonight, let the soothing rhythms of classic literature guide you away from the stresses of the day and into a deep, rest…
  16. When the Doctor Says You're Fine But the Anxiety Won't Listen — A Guided Meditation for Health Anxiety Relief29 Jun 2026 · 11 minYou went to the appointment, sat in the waiting room, and had the tests. The results are in, and the doctors have told you everything is fine—yet here you are, still lis…
  17. The Time Machine Chapter 12Books at Bedtime · 28 Jun 2026 · 19 minWelcome to Books at Bedtime, your sanctuary for deep sleep, relaxation, and insomnia relief. In tonight's episode, we continue our gentle journey through H.G. Wells’ cla…
  18. I Am Enough — Your Universal Truth28 Jun 2026 · 11 minThis is the truth that anxiety steals from you first — and the most powerful one you can take back. In today's 10-minute guided meditation and clinical hypnotherapy sess…
  19. The Time Machine Chapter 11Books at Bedtime · 27 Jun 2026 · 19 minAre late-night worries or chronic insomnia keeping you awake? Welcome back to Books at Bedtime, your safe space to unwind, quiet an overactive mind, and transition gentl…
  20. After the all-clear — guided meditation for health anxiety relief27 Jun 2026 · 12 minYou went. You got checked. The doctor said you're okay — and yet the health anxiety is still there. Still scanning. Still waiting.
  21. The Time Machine Chapter 10Books at Bedtime · 26 Jun 2026 · 19 minAre you struggling to quiet your mind tonight? If insomnia, racing thoughts, or late-night anxiety are keeping you awake, welcome to Books at Bedtime. In this episode, w…
  22. COFFEE BREAK FOR THE SOUL — YOUR MIDDAY MOMENT26 Jun 2026 · 11 minYou don't need a beach. You don't need a mountain. You don't even need to close your eyes. This is your Coffee Break for the Soul — a 10-minute guided meditation for whe…
  23. The Time Machine Chapter 9Books at Bedtime · 25 Jun 2026 · 16 minThe Time Machine for Sleep | Chapter 9: The Morlocks (Relaxing Audio Book)Fall asleep fast with smooth, calming classic audiobooks designed for deep sleep, insomnia reli…
  24. Is It the Heat or Is It Anxiety 10-Minute Reset for Racing Heart, Brain Fog & Panic Attack Symptoms25 Jun 2026 · 11 minYour heart is racing, your head feels foggy, and you can't tell if this is the summer heat or if this is a panic attack starting. If you’ve been searching for answers ab…
  25. The Time Machine Chapter 8Books at Bedtime · 24 Jun 2026 · 32 minWelcome back to Books at Bedtime. Tonight, let your mind drift away from the stresses of the day as we journey back into the shifting landscapes of H.G. Wells' classic s…
  26. Somatic Release for Burnout The 10-Minute Micro-Rest Protocol24 Jun 2026 · 10 minSomatic release for burnout is more than just rest—it’s about expanding your nervous system capacity. In this 10-minute micro-rest protocol, former paramedic Martin guid…
  27. The Horizon Breath — Clearing Anticipatory Anxiety23 Jun 2026 · 10 minAre you living in a future that hasn't happened yet? If you are playing out "what-if" scenarios until your chest feels tight, it’s time to stop. The future is not your e…
  28. The Time Machine Chapter 7Books at Bedtime · 22 Jun 2026 · 17 minWelcome to tonight’s episode of Books at Bedtime, brought to you by the Anchored app. If you are currently struggling to fall asleep, tossing and turning with nighttime…
  29. I think things are about to get better - Affirmations for Positivity22 Jun 2026 · 11 minAllowing Good Things: Regulating Your Nervous System for Anxiety ReliefHave you ever felt a quiet sense that the tide is turning, but you’re still bracing for the storm…
  30. The Time Machine Chapter 6Books at Bedtime · 21 Jun 2026 · 17 minRelaxing Affirmations for SleepBefore the reading begins, take a slow, deep breath. Let these gentle insights anchor your mind into a state of total security:I step out…
  31. I Keep Waiting for Everthing to go Wrong21 Jun 2026 · 11 min🧘‍♂️ Today's AffirmationsRepeat these internally during the session to let them truly land in your nervous system:"I am safe in this moment." "My mind does not have to s…
  32. The Time Machine Chapter 5Books at Bedtime · 20 Jun 2026 · 13 minWelcome to Books at Bedtime by Calming Anxiety. Tonight, leave the stress of modern life behind and step into the distant future as we continue our journey through H.G.…
  33. My Heart is Racing — Am I Having a Heart Attack Anxiety vs Cardiac Emergency20 Jun 2026 · 11 minIs your heart racing? Are you wondering if it’s a panic attack or a heart attack? In today’s episode of Calming Anxiety, we dive deep into the physiological response of…
  34. The Time Machine Chapter 4Books at Bedtime · 19 Jun 2026 · 17 minEpisode AffirmationsBefore we begin reading, let these gentle thoughts anchor your body and quiet your restless mind:"I am ready to release the thoughts of today and let…
  35. Calm Anxiety Fast | Breathing & Mindset Techniques for Daily Stress Relief19 Jun 2026 · 10 minHow to Stay Calm When Stressed at Work: A 10-Minute Mental ResetThe morning frost may have melted, but as the day progresses, the "heat" of demands—emails, noise, and co…
  36. The Time Machine Chapter 3Books at Bedtime · 18 Jun 2026 · 15 minDeep Relaxation Through Storytelling: Discover how listening to a structured, rhythmic classic narrative functions as a natural anxiety relief bedtime audio to distract…
  37. Gym Anxiety How to Calm Your Nervous System Before You Walk Through the Door18 Jun 2026 · 11 minAre you sitting in the car, staring at the gym doors with a racing heart and a tight stomach?You aren't weak, and you aren't broken. You are experiencing anticipatory an…
  38. The Time Machine Chapter 2Books at Bedtime · 17 Jun 2026 · 14 min🌌 About Books at Bedtime & AnchoredThis bedtime reading series is created to help you naturally transition into a restful night's sleep. By focusing on a descriptive, im…
  39. Nervous System Reset — Guided Meditation for Anxiety and Panic17 Jun 2026 · 11 minIf your chest is tight and your mind is racing, you aren't broken—your nervous system is simply overworked. In this episode, clinical hypnotherapist and former paramedic…
  40. The Time Machine Chapter 1Books at Bedtime · 16 Jun 2026 · 18 minStorybook Highlights for SleepAllow your focus to soften as your imagination drifts through these tranquil, atmospheric settings:The Crackling Hearth: The warm, flickeri…
  41. You've Been Doing Too Much. This Is Your Permission to Stop.16 Jun 2026 · 12 minHave you spent your day—or perhaps your entire week—carrying a mental load that feels too heavy to drop? In a world that demands constant movement, stopping can actually…
  42. My Heart is Racing and I Don't Know Why — 10-Minute Guided Calm for Panic Attack Relief15 Jun 2026 · 12 minHave you ever woken up with a racing heart, a tight chest, or a sudden, overwhelming sense of dread? Whether it hits at 3:00 AM or in the middle of a Tuesday meeting, a…
  43. I Lose Myself in Relationships — Guided Meditation for Anxiety & Anxious Attachment14 Jun 2026 · 12 minIn this final installment, clinical hypnotherapist Martin Hewlett guides you through the ultimate goal of relationship healing: maintaining your "wholeness" while stayin…
  44. Alice in Wonderland Chapter 12Books at Bedtime · 13 Jun 2026 · 11 minStorybook Highlights for SleepSoften your focus and let your imagination drift away with these comforting final images:The Scrambled Jurors: Alice meticulously picks up…
  45. I Can See In Colour - A New Beginning13 Jun 2026 · 11 min"I am calm, I am open, and I am ready to receive what this day brings."
  46. Alice in Wonderland Chapter 11Books at Bedtime · 12 Jun 2026 · 12 minStorybook Highlights for SleepAllow your thoughts to soften as you listen to these gentle, whimsical moments:The Jurors’ Slates: The twelve little birds and animals writ…
  47. Thank You — A Gratitude Meditation for Everything You Already Are12 Jun 2026 · 11 minToday’s episode steps away from the typical clinical frameworks and breathing counts. Instead, host Martin Hewlett shares a deeply personal message centered on radical g…
  48. Alice in Wonderland Chapter 10Books at Bedtime · 11 Jun 2026 · 10 minThe Underwater Rhythm: The Mock Turtle and the Griffin map out a dance of seals, turtles, and salmon clearing jellyfish from the seafloor.
  49. Relationship Anxiety — A Guided Meditation for Anxious Attachment Relief11 Jun 2026 · 12 minIf you find yourself constantly checking your phone, replaying conversations, or feeling more afraid than safe in your closest relationships, this episode is for you. To…
  50. Alice in Wonderland Chapter 9Books at Bedtime · 10 Jun 2026 · 15 minUnwind, let go of the day's stress, and drift into a deep, peaceful sleep with Chapter 9 of Alice's Adventures in Wonderland by Lewis Carroll, titled The Mock Turtle's S…