Hey everyone, welcome back to The AnxietyRX Podcast! In today’s episode, I’m joined by Dr. Megan Lyons, a functional medicine expert who specializes in endocrine health and nutrition.

Dr. Lyons opens up about her own journey with anxiety and hormonal imbalances, which were heavily tied to her high-achieving lifestyle. We dive into how our childhood experiences can shape the way we show up as adults, and explore the complex link between hormones and mental health.

We also talk about why taking a personalized approach to nutrition and lifestyle changes is so important for long-term healing.

Dr. Lyons makes a powerful case for looking at the whole person—body, mind, and spirit—when it comes to achieving real wellness.

It’s a great conversation, and I think you’ll find it really insightful. Tune in!

Thank you for listening and you can find me on IG: @theanxietymd if you have any questions.

PS. If you would like to join the MBRX family of 4000+ anxiety WARRIORS who are shifting from coping with their anxiety to actually HEALING it, click the link below: https://www.theanxietymd.com/MBRX

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TIMESTAMPS

00:00 - Introduction

00:33 - Dr. Lyons' Work

01:24 - Personal Journey into Functional Medicine

06:22 - Understanding Anxiety and Its Roots

07:50 - Patient Assessment Process

10:40 - Adrenal Burnout Discussion

12:34 - Hormonal Changes and Anxiety

14:22 - Impact of Antidepressants

16:31 - Supporting Patients on Medications

17:05 - Recommended Supplements for Anxiety

18:28 - Ideal Patient Profile

20:05 - Importance of Connection in Healing

21:26 - Initial Steps with New Clients

22:51 - Insulin Resistance and Surprising Health Markers

23:32 - Intermittent Fasting Insights

24:56 - Importance of Real Nutrition

26:36 - B Vitamins and MTHFR

27:50 - Top Supplements for Perimenopausal Women

29:48 - Cod Liver Oil and Omega Supplements

31:33 - Adaptogens for Anxiety

33:08 - Nutrition and Anxiety Connection

37:03 - Hydration and Food Colorings

39:11 - Blood Sugar Balancing

41:00 - Empowering Nutrition Awareness

42:14 - Celebrating Small Wins in Nutrition

In this episode, I chat with Ian Abbott about the challenges of parenting, especially from a dad's point of view. We talk about how being aware of emotions is key and how parental anxiety can affect kids.

Ian shares some great tips from his parenting classes for dads, focusing on how important it is for fathers to connect with their children's feelings.

We discuss how to find the right balance between pushing kids to grow and giving them support, how curiosity helps us understand emotions, and how parenting roles are changing.

The conversation centers on creating a safe space for open talks and emotional growth.

Thank you for listening and you can find me on IG: @theanxietymd if you have any questions.

PS. If you would like to join the MBRX family of 4000+ anxiety WARRIORS who are shifting from coping with their anxiety to actually HEALING it, click the link below: https://www.theanxietymd.com/MBRX

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TIMESTAMPS

00:00 - Introduction

00:52 - Challenges in Parenting

01:38 - Emotional Awareness in Parenting

02:59 - Men Seeking Help

04:07 - Energetic Influence on Children

05:49 - Stereotypes of Fatherhood

06:52 -Guiding Children Through Challenges

07:27 - Emotional Development in Boys

09:17 - Goals of Parenting Classes

10:07 - Cultural Stigma Around Men's Emotions

10:26 - Benefits of Men's Groups

11:20 - Single Dads vs. Single Moms

12:14 - Nurturing and Challenging Dynamics

13:01 - Importance of Emotional Resilience

14:01 - Experiences of Discomfort

15:52 - Personal Growth Through Challenges

17:42 - Validating Emotions in Parenting

18:52 - Understanding Immersion in Parenting

19:10 - Information vs. Conversation in Courses

20:19 - The Importance of Slowing Down

23:03 - Curiosity Over Fixing

23:59 - Building Resilience in Parenting

26:44 - Emotional Immaturity in Parenting

27:16 - Role Reversal in Parenting

29:02 - Modeling Healthy Behavior

30:20 - Humor as a Coping Mechanism

31:54 - Parenting Daughters Softly

32:08 - Common Challenges in Parenting

33:17 - Self-Awareness and Reflection

34:43 - Visualizing Conflict and Repair

35:03 - The Importance of Repair

36:01 - Handling Discomfort in Parenting

36:59 - Listening vs. Fixing

38:00 - Asking for Understanding

39:16 - Girls and Emotional Expression

40:18 - Creating Open Conversations

41:01 - Body Awareness and Emotional Regulation

42:35 - Using Self as a Reference Point

43:49 - The Power of Connection

44:34 - Normalizing Male Emotions

45:14 - Emotional Sovereignty

46:30 - Shame and Emotional Disconnect

47:07 - Finding Ian's Course

48:37 - Shared Experiences in Parenting Classes

49:27 - Learning and Empowerment

50:00 - Managing Children's Emotional Outbursts

In this episode of The AnxietyRX Podcast, I’m joined by Dr. Nick Holton and Dr. Adam Wright as we explore the powerful connection between trauma, resilience, and well-being.

I dive into why I believe the traditional medical focus on medication isn't enough and why a holistic approach, including spiritual healing, is so important.

Dr. Holton shares his thoughts on how having a clear sense of purpose and value-based goals can help us unlock our full potential.

Dr. Wright offers insights from sports psychology, explaining how controlled exposure to stress is key to building resilience.

We wrap up by discussing the concept of "anti-fragility" — how, with the right support, we can actually thrive through adversity.

Thank you for listening and you can find me on IG: @theanxietymd if you have any questions.

PS. If you would like to join the MBRX family of 4000+ anxiety WARRIORS who are shifting from coping with their anxiety to actually HEALING it, click the link below: https://www.theanxietymd.com/MBRX

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TIMESTAMPS

00:00 - Introduction

00:31 - Dr. Nick Holton's Background

01:53 - Dr. Adam Wright's Experience

03:08 - Disenchantment with Systems

04:32 - Importance of Purpose

05:09 - Concept of Anti-Fragility

07:31 - Proactive Resilience Building

09:10 - Childhood Trauma and Resilience

10:14 - Defining Anti-Fragility

12:42 - Cultural Influence on Resilience

13:55 - Trauma's Impact on High Achievers

14:38 - Talent and Trauma Correlation

18:27 - Trauma and Cellular Memory

19:06 - Understanding Trauma and Sensitivity

20:01 - Expanding Capacity and Resilience

21:15 - Cortisol Response and Inherited Trauma

22:15 - Reframing Trauma Perspectives

24:44 - The Importance of Safety in Healing

25:17 - Neurogenesis and Safety

27:37 - Applying Skills to Real-Life Challenges

28:30 - Navigating Stress Responses

31:02 - Health Management vs. Sick Management

32:12 - Client Goals and Progression

34:04 - Case Studies in Performance Improvement

37:44 - Defining Mental Health

38:18 - The Reward of Worry

40:10 - Defining Mental Wellness

42:01 - The Role of Joy

44:13 - Contrast in Life

45:06 - Tolerating Negative Feelings

48:27 - Creating a New Narrative

50:19 - Optimizing Performance

51:12 - Finding Resources