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what's the anxietea?how to be alone (and love it!)In this episode, we’re talking about romanticizing solo time: turning being alone into something that feels soft, powerful, and totally yours. From solo coffee dates to taking yourself on little adventures, we’ll break down how to make “me time” feel like a vibe instead of a punishment.[Disclaimer]: We want to emphasize that this podcast is not meant to serve as or substitute professional mental health services or consultations. We are just doing this for fun and to start a more open dialogue about mental health.References: D. C. Greenwoo...
2025-11-0925 minwhat's the anxietea?i scheduled this episode… because i’m type AAre you Type A or just running on iced coffee and anxiety? In this episode, we unpack the whole “Type A vs Type B” personality thing: why some of us can’t stop planning, and others are just trying to vibe. We talk stress, success, burnout, and how to find your sweet spot between doing the most and doing nothing. Grab your planner… or don’t. Either way, you’ll feel seen.[Disclaimer]: We want to emphasize that this podcast is not meant to serve as or substitute professional mental health services or consultations. We are just doing t...
2025-10-2123 min
what's the anxietea?pick your potion: love languagesIn this episode, we dive into the 5 love languages and how they shape the way we give and receive love. Whether it’s through words, actions, time, gifts, or touch, understanding these can help improve your relationships—with friends, family, or a partner. It’s all about learning what makes you and others feel truly cared for.[Disclaimer]: We want to emphasize that this podcast is not meant to serve as or substitute professional mental health services or consultations. We are just doing this for fun and to start a more open dialogue about mental health....
2025-06-0123 min
what's the anxietea?order up! (birth order psychology)Whether you were the trial run eldest, the peacekeeping middle, the attention-hogging youngest, or the wildcard only child, this show dives into the scientific and unscientific chaos of birth order. Join our hosts (two eldest children telling each other "exactlyyy") as they swap stories, roast stereotypes, and attempt to answer the age-old question: is it nature, nurture, or just parenting?[Disclaimer]: We want to emphasize that this podcast is not meant to serve as or substitute professional mental health services or consultations. We are just doing this for fun and to start a more open dialogue...
2025-05-0427 min
what's the anxietea?doomscroll and chillTune in to us diving deep into the rabbit hole of endless news feeds, viral memes, and catastrophic headlines. This week, we’re unpacking the art of doomscrolling—We’ll explore why we can’t look away and offer some tips to break the cycle and stay "off the grid."[Disclaimer]: We want to emphasize that this podcast is not meant to serve as or substitute professional mental health services or consultations. We are just doing this for fun and to start a more open dialogue about mental health.References:https://www.merr...
2025-04-0631 min
what's the anxietea?truth be told: the lie detectorLie detectors—science or just a really expensive way to make people sweat? In this episode, we dive into the world of polygraphs, debunk the myths, and find out if they actually work (or if they’re just drama machines for reality TV). We’ll explore the history, the science, and one of the wildest cases where the polygraph totally backfired.[Disclaimer]: We want to emphasize that this podcast is not meant to serve as or substitute professional mental health services or consultations. We are just doing this for fun and to start a more open dialog...
2025-03-0229 min
what's the anxietea?i'm late, for a very important date!tune in to find out why megan and afifa are always running late! (and strategies to overcome it)[Disclaimer]: We want to emphasize that this podcast is not meant to serve as or substitute professional mental health services or consultations. We are just doing this for fun and to start a more open dialogue about mental health.References:Knouse, L. E., & Fleming, A. P. (2016). Applying cognitive-behavioral therapy for ADHD to emerging adults. Cognitive and Behavioral Practice, 23(3), 300–315. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.cbpra.2016.03.008 Sprich, S. E., Knouse, L. E., Cooper-Vince, C., Burbridge, J., & Safren, S...
2025-02-1623 min
what's the anxietea?walking in wonder: the power of awe walkstune into to find out how taking a walk cures everything! (maybe)[Disclaimer]: We want to emphasize that this podcast is not meant to serve as or substitute professional mental health services or consultations. We are just doing this for fun and to start a more open dialogue about mental health.References:Monroy, M., & Keltner, D. (2023). Awe as a pathway to mental and physical health. Perspectives on Psychological Science, 18(2), 309–320. https://doi.org/10.1177/17456916221094856Sturm, V. E., Datta, S., Roy, A. R. K., Sible, I. J., Kosik, E. L., Veziris, C. R., Chow, T. E...
2025-02-0231 min
what's the anxietea?attachment stylestag yourself: attachment style edition! join megan and afifa in exploring the history of attachment theory![Disclaimer]: We want to emphasize that this podcast is not meant to serve as or substitute professional mental health services or consultations. We are just doing this for fun and to start a more open dialogue about mental health.References: Abrams DB, Turner JR, Baumann LC, Karel A, Collins SE, Witkiewitz K, et al. (2013). "Attachment Theory". Encyclopedia of Behavioral Medicine. New York, NY: Springer New York. pp. 149–155. doi:10.1007/978-1-4419-1005-9_939. ISBN 978-1-4419-1...
2024-11-1733 min
what's the anxietea?what's your type? (looking at the MBTI)afifa, megan, and (guest) erin share their MBTI types and talk about the test's origins![disclaimer]: we want to emphasize that this podcast is not meant to serve as or substitute professional mental health services or consultations. we are just doing this for fun and to start a more open dialogue about mental health.references:Bess, Tammy L.; Harvey, Robert J. (2002-02-01). "Bimodal Score Distributions and the Myers-Briggs Type Indicator: Fact or Artifact?". Journal of Personality Assessment. 78 (1): 176–186. doi:10.1207/S15327752JPA7801_11Coffield F, Moseley D, Hall E, Ecclestone K...
2024-11-0329 min
what's the anxietea?why am i scared of michael myers?why are some people chill when watching horror movies while others get chills? is it worth it to get psyched out? are there too many puns in this description? find out in this week's episode![disclaimer]: we want to emphasize that this podcast is not meant to serve as or substitute professional mental health services or consultations. we are just doing this for fun and to start a more open dialogue about mental health.references:Andersen, M. M., Schjoedt, U., Price, H., Rosas, F. E., Scrivner, C., & Clasen, M. (2020). Playing with...
2024-10-2025 min
what's the anxietea?revenge bedtime procrastinationmegan and afifa confront their nightly procrastination habits and find out why they spend hours on their phones each night.[disclaimer]: we want to emphasize that this podcast is not meant to serve as or substitute professional mental health services or consultations. we are just doing this for fun and to start a more open dialogue about mental health.references:Giurge, L. M., Yemiscigil, A., Sherlock, J., & Whillans, A. V. (2020, September). Uncovering inequalities in time-use and well-being during COVID-19: A multi-country investigation. Harvard Business School Working Paper, No. 21-037....
2024-10-0627 min
what's the anxietea?the psychology of zodiacsmegan and afifa talk astrology, p.t barnum, and the accuracy of zodiacs![disclaimer]: we want to emphasize that this podcast is not meant to serve as or substitute professional mental health services or consultations. we are just doing this for fun and to start a more open dialogue about mental health.references:Forer, B. R. (1949). The fallacy of personal validation: A classroom demonstration of gullibility. The Journal of Abnormal and Social Psychology, 44(1), 118–123. https://doi.org/10.1037/h0059240 Lopez, K. R. B., Gaticales, N. P., Provido, A. V. C., San...
2024-09-2224 min
what's the anxietea?princess treatment for your brainmegan and afifa start off by talking all things self-care; princess treatments, self-care planning, and the what the latest research recommends. [disclaimer]: we want to emphasize that this podcast is not meant to serve as or substitute professional mental health services or consultations. we are just doing this for fun and to start a more open dialogue about mental healthreferences:Butler, L. D., Mercer, K. A., McClain-Meeder, K., Horne, D. M., & Dudley, M. (2019). Six domains of self-care: Attending to the whole person. Journal of Human Behavior in the Social Environment, 29(1), 107–124. ht...
2024-09-0430 min