Anxiety Makes Me Poop

Remember Why You Started

Sometimes we get so overwhelmed, burned out, or disconnected that we forget why we started something we once loved. I realized I didn’t start podcasting for numbers or pressure — I started because I love sharing stories, connecting with people, and creating something real. This episode is a reminder to keep going, give yourself grace during hard seasons, and reconnect with the reason you started in the first place. All the links: https://linktr.ee/anxietymakesmepoop [https://linktr.ee/anxietymakesmepoop] We are so grateful you’re here. THANK YOU for your monthly support. Your $2 a month helps us cover editing tools, hosting fees, equipment costs, and the behind-the-scenes work that keeps us creating meaningful episodes for listeners like you. Your support truly helps us continue important conversations around mental health, anxiety, and the real, unfiltered parts of life. Support us here! https://anxietymakesmepoop.captivate.fm/support [https://anxietymakesmepoop.captivate.fm/support] Building Resilience in the Workplace course online! [https://www.udemy.com/course/buildingresilienceatwork_in30days/?referralCode=BD92C36502C5E19AA273] https://www.udemy.com/course/buildingresilienceatwork_in30days/?referralCode=BD92C36502C5E19AA273 Meredith's author page on Amazon: https://www.amazon.com/stores/author/B0CSF3812J/allbooks [https://www.amazon.com/stores/author/B0CSF3812J/allbooks] This episode contains content that some may find emotionally challenging. This is not a substitute for professional therapy or mental health support. If you are struggling with persistent or severe mental health challenges, it's essential to reach out to a qualified mental health professional for guidance and assistance. Therapy provides a structured and supportive environment for individuals to explore their thoughts and feelings, develop coping strategies, and work towards lasting positive changes. Seeking professional help is a proactive step toward overall mental well-being. All original content, unless otherwise stated, and music written and performed by Anxiety Makes Me Poop.

Dry Beggin' (Cass is here!)

Dry begging is when someone seeks validation, reassurance, or help without asking for it directly. Instead, they hint and wait for others to step in. It usually comes from fear of rejection, not wanting to seem needy, social habits around politeness, and past experience where hinting worked. You hear it in lines like “I look terrible,” “this is probably awful,” or “nobody is going to like this,” which really mean “please tell me that is not true.” Online, it gets amplified because negativity drives engagement, and people feel pressure to respond. If you are on the receiving end, you can keep it simple by asking what they actually want, reflecting it back, or choosing not to engage deeply every time. The key idea is that dry begging is not a question; it is a setup for reassurance, and you can be kind without playing along every time. All the links: https://linktr.ee/anxietymakesmepoop [https://linktr.ee/anxietymakesmepoop] We are so grateful you’re here. THANK YOU for your monthly support. Your $2 a month helps us cover editing tools, hosting fees, equipment costs, and the behind-the-scenes work that keeps us creating meaningful episodes for listeners like you. Your support truly helps us continue important conversations around mental health, anxiety, and the real, unfiltered parts of life. Support us here! https://anxietymakesmepoop.captivate.fm/support [https://anxietymakesmepoop.captivate.fm/support] Building Resilience in the Workplace course online! [https://www.udemy.com/course/buildingresilienceatwork_in30days/?referralCode=BD92C36502C5E19AA273] https://www.udemy.com/course/buildingresilienceatwork_in30days/?referralCode=BD92C36502C5E19AA273 Meredith's author page on Amazon: https://www.amazon.com/stores/author/B0CSF3812J/allbooks [https://www.amazon.com/stores/author/B0CSF3812J/allbooks] This episode contains content that some may find emotionally challenging. This is not a substitute for professional therapy or mental health support. If you are struggling with persistent or severe mental health challenges, it's essential to reach out to a qualified mental health professional for guidance and assistance. Therapy provides a structured and supportive environment for individuals to explore their thoughts and feelings, develop coping strategies, and work towards lasting positive changes. Seeking professional help is a proactive step toward overall mental well-being. All original content, unless otherwise stated, and music written and performed by Anxiety Makes Me Poop.

The Social Media Experiment (with the paper plate)

Social media turns a tiny, harmless moment into a big emotional debate because people fill in the gaps with their own assumptions and reactions. A simple clip of a rinsed paper plate triggered that mix of confusion, judgment, and “I must be right” energy that the internet loves to run on. But at the end of the day, most negative comments on social isn’t about you - it’s just people projecting, while the quiet majority is simply scrolling, laughing, and moving on with their lives. All the links: https://linktr.ee/anxietymakesmepoop [https://linktr.ee/anxietymakesmepoop] We are so grateful you’re here. THANK YOU for your monthly support. Your $2 a month helps us cover editing tools, hosting fees, equipment costs, and the behind-the-scenes work that keeps us creating meaningful episodes for listeners like you. Your support truly helps us continue important conversations around mental health, anxiety, and the real, unfiltered parts of life. Support us here! https://anxietymakesmepoop.captivate.fm/support [https://anxietymakesmepoop.captivate.fm/support] Building Resilience in the Workplace course online! [https://www.udemy.com/course/buildingresilienceatwork_in30days/?referralCode=BD92C36502C5E19AA273] https://www.udemy.com/course/buildingresilienceatwork_in30days/?referralCode=BD92C36502C5E19AA273 Meredith's author page on Amazon: https://www.amazon.com/stores/author/B0CSF3812J/allbooks [https://www.amazon.com/stores/author/B0CSF3812J/allbooks] This episode contains content that some may find emotionally challenging. This is not a substitute for professional therapy or mental health support. If you are struggling with persistent or severe mental health challenges, it's essential to reach out to a qualified mental health professional for guidance and assistance. Therapy provides a structured and supportive environment for individuals to explore their thoughts and feelings, develop coping strategies, and work towards lasting positive changes. Seeking professional help is a proactive step toward overall mental well-being. All original content, unless otherwise stated, and music written and performed by Anxiety Makes Me Poop.

The “Other” Menopausal Symptoms

On this week’s episode, we move beyond the more commonly discussed symptoms of menopause - such as anxiety, irritability, rapid emotional reactions, and mood changes - and focus on the less frequently addressed aspects. The discussion outlines a broader range of symptoms, including cognitive changes (such as difficulty concentrating and memory lapses), physical responses tied to stress (including gastrointestinal reactions), sleep disruption, and shifts in overall stress tolerance. We quickly examine how these changes can affect daily interactions, decision-making, and personal boundaries. The episode highlights how responses to situations may change over time, including reduced tolerance for certain behaviors and more direct reactions. This episode centers on expanding the conversation about menopause by identifying often-overlooked symptoms and discussing how they present in everyday situations. As always, these discussions are intended to reinforce that you are not alone. All the links: https://linktr.ee/anxietymakesmepoop [https://linktr.ee/anxietymakesmepoop] We are so grateful you’re here. THANK YOU for your monthly support. Your $2 a month helps us cover editing tools, hosting fees, equipment costs, and the behind-the-scenes work that keeps us creating meaningful episodes for listeners like you. Your support truly helps us continue important conversations around mental health, anxiety, and the real, unfiltered parts of life. Support us here! https://anxietymakesmepoop.captivate.fm/support [https://anxietymakesmepoop.captivate.fm/support] Building Resilience in the Workplace course online! [https://www.udemy.com/course/buildingresilienceatwork_in30days/?referralCode=BD92C36502C5E19AA273] https://www.udemy.com/course/buildingresilienceatwork_in30days/?referralCode=BD92C36502C5E19AA273 Meredith's author page on Amazon: https://www.amazon.com/stores/author/B0CSF3812J/allbooks [https://www.amazon.com/stores/author/B0CSF3812J/allbooks] This episode contains content that some may find emotionally challenging. This is not a substitute for professional therapy or mental health support. If you are struggling with persistent or severe mental health challenges, it's essential to reach out to a qualified mental health professional for guidance and assistance. Therapy provides a structured and supportive environment for individuals to explore their thoughts and feelings, develop coping strategies, and work towards lasting positive changes. Seeking professional help is a proactive step toward overall mental well-being. All original content, unless otherwise stated, and music written and performed by Anxiety Makes Me Poop.

Brain Blocked

Some memories don’t disappear - they just never get stored the way we expect them to. The brain can prioritize survival over detail, which sometimes leaves gaps, blur, or whole missing chapters. But even without perfect recall, growth still happens, and your story keeps moving forward in the present. All the links: https://linktr.ee/anxietymakesmepoop [https://linktr.ee/anxietymakesmepoop] We are so grateful you’re here. THANK YOU for your monthly support. Your $2 a month helps us cover editing tools, hosting fees, equipment costs, and the behind-the-scenes work that keeps us creating meaningful episodes for listeners like you. Your support truly helps us continue important conversations around mental health, anxiety, and the real, unfiltered parts of life. Support us here! https://anxietymakesmepoop.captivate.fm/support [https://anxietymakesmepoop.captivate.fm/support] Building Resilience in the Workplace course online! [https://www.udemy.com/course/buildingresilienceatwork_in30days/?referralCode=BD92C36502C5E19AA273] https://www.udemy.com/course/buildingresilienceatwork_in30days/?referralCode=BD92C36502C5E19AA273 Meredith's author page on Amazon: https://www.amazon.com/stores/author/B0CSF3812J/allbooks [https://www.amazon.com/stores/author/B0CSF3812J/allbooks] This episode contains content that some may find emotionally challenging. This is not a substitute for professional therapy or mental health support. If you are struggling with persistent or severe mental health challenges, it's essential to reach out to a qualified mental health professional for guidance and assistance. Therapy provides a structured and supportive environment for individuals to explore their thoughts and feelings, develop coping strategies, and work towards lasting positive changes. Seeking professional help is a proactive step toward overall mental well-being. All original content, unless otherwise stated, and music written and performed by Anxiety Makes Me Poop.