EP 323: Hormone Health, Anxiety & Letting Go of Wellness Perfection with Lara Briden

In this episode, Georgie shares a powerful perspective shift for the moments when life feels impossibly hard and you’re being tested again and again. She explores why these challenges often hold the key to your growth and how to navigate them in a way that leaves you feeling stronger, calmer, and more in control. If you’re in the thick of it right now, this episode is the reminder your heart needs.   Need more anxiety support?   Apply for a FREE 30-Minute Anxiety Relief Call - https://bit.ly/anxietyresetnow   Ready for a deeper transformation? Sign up for The Anxiety Masters Membership in FULL here - https://georgiecollinson.com/membership Watch my FREE Anxiety Reset Masterclass for women with high-functioning anxiety - https://anxiety-reset.mykajabi.com/free-masterclass     Get my books The Anxiety Reset Method and Master Your Relationship Anxiety here - https://georgiecollinson.com/books

In this episode, I welcome back a long-time favourite guest, Lara Briden, making her third appearance on the podcast. Known for her work as a leading hormone expert and women’s health advocate, Lara brings something new to the table this time - a refreshing and much-needed reality check for those of us caught in the spiral of wellness overwhelm. We go beyond the usual hormone chat to explore the growing trend of turning every bodily symptom into a crisis - and how this culture of fear and perfectionism affects women, especially those with high-functioning anxiety. If you’ve ever felt pressure to reach some mythical state of “perfect health” or found yourself obsessively monitoring your symptoms, this episode is a gentle reminder that your body might actually be okay - even if it's doing something weird. Together, Lara and I explore: ✅ A leading hormone expert's powerful reminder that you might actually be okay ✅ Why there’s so much unnecessary fear around hormone health ✅ How high-functioning anxiety can drive obsessive health monitoring ✅ The dangers of wellness overwhelm - and how to come back to a more intuitive, less fear-based approach It’s honest, practical, and freeing. Let’s dive into the show. Connect with Lara Briden Website: www.larabriden.com Need more anxiety support? Try Anxiety Masters today FREE for 7 days https://anxiety-reset.mykajabi.com/offers/hLCNeydj Ready for a deeper transformation? Sign up for The Anxiety Masters Membership in FULL here: https://georgiecollinson.com/membership Watch my FREE Anxiety Reset Masterclass for women with high-functioning anxiety: https://anxiety-reset.mykajabi.com/free-masterclass Get my books The Anxiety Reset Method and Master Your Relationship Anxiety here: https://georgiecollinson.com/books

In this solo episode, Georgie shares a powerful story that stopped her in her tracks - Miley Cyrus’s journey through hypnotherapy to overcome stage fright and anxiety at the subconscious level. When Miley had a session, she didn’t land in childhood… she went back to the womb of her grandmother, discovering the generational imprint of her mother’s deep longing to be loved. This moment of inherited fear shifted everything - and it’s a story that mirrors the kind of profound healing Georgie witnesses in her own RTT® hypnotherapy sessions in Anxiety Masters. From womb memories to birth imprints and even past life regressions, this episode explores the breathtaking depth of the subconscious mind and how it holds the key to lasting emotional freedom. If you’ve tried to “talk through” your anxiety but still feel stuck - this episode will open your heart and mind to what’s possible beneath the surface.   Need more anxiety support?   Try Anxiety Masters today FREE for 7 days - https://anxiety-reset.mykajabi.com/offers/hLCNeydj   Ready for a deeper transformation? Sign up for The Anxiety Masters Membership in FULL here: https://georgiecollinson.com/membership Watch my FREE Anxiety Reset Masterclass for women with high-functioning anxiety: https://anxiety-reset.mykajabi.com/free-masterclass     Get my books The Anxiety Reset Method and Master Your Relationship Anxiety here: https://georgiecollinson.com/books

In this episode, Georgie unpacks the surprising link between histamine and anxiety - an often-overlooked driver of mental health symptoms. She shares personal and clinical insights, including the symptoms to watch for (like headaches, racing heart, gut issues, and sudden mood shifts), what causes histamine overload, and how it can mimic or amplify anxiety. If you’ve tried everything to calm your nervous system but still feel on edge, this might be the missing piece. Georgie also shares practical tips for managing histamine sensitivity and how to explore this further through the Anxiety Masters Membership or a private session. You don’t have to keep guessing - there’s a deeper layer to explore.   Need more anxiety support?   Book a private 60 minute Anxiety Reset Naturopathy Consultation with Georgie (use code "FIRST10": https://app.acuityscheduling.com/schedule.php?owner=17477191&appointmentType=9663783   Ready for a deeper transformation? Sign up for The Anxiety Masters Membership: https://georgiecollinson.com/membership Watch my FREE Anxiety Reset Masterclass for women with high-functioning anxiety: https://anxiety-reset.mykajabi.com/free-masterclass     Get my books The Anxiety Reset Method and Master Your Relationship Anxiety here: https://georgiecollinson.com/books

In this soulful and uplifting episode, I reconnect with Sheryl Paul (now Sheryl Lisa Finn), a beloved return guest whose work has had a profound impact on my own journey. If you haven’t already, I highly recommend going back and listening to our first conversation - it’s a beautiful contrast to where I was then, and how far life has taken me now. This episode is a heartfelt deep dive into the emotional roots of anxiety and what it truly means to build self-trust. Sheryl and I explore topics that are so aligned with the essence of this podcast - from the wisdom hidden in intrusive thoughts to the deeper layers of grief and shame that often go unacknowledged. You’ll walk away from this conversation feeling more connected, more grounded, and more equipped to face your inner world with compassion and clarity. In this episode, we explore: - Why anxiety is a messenger, not a problem - The link between intrusive thoughts and unmet needs - Why healing anxiety means working with grief and shame - What true self-trust really looks like — and how to build it Whether you’re deep in your healing journey or just beginning to explore your emotional world, Sheryl’s gentle wisdom is like a balm for the anxious mind. This is one to revisit again and again. Let’s go to the show. _____ Connect with Sheryl Paul 🌐 Website: conscious-transitions.com _____ Need more support with anxiety? 🎧 Browse the Hypnotherapy Audio Library: https://georgiecollinson.com/hypnosislibrary 🎥 Watch my FREE Masterclass for women with high-functioning anxiety: https://anxiety-reset.mykajabi.com/free-masterclass 📖 The Anxiety Reset Method book: 🇦🇺 Australia & NZ – Order here 🇺🇸 US & North America – Order here

In this episode, Georgie unpacks a powerful truth about anxiety that no one’s talking about: You’re not anxious because something is wrong with you - you’re anxious because there’s something you deeply want… but you don’t believe you can have it. She explores how this hidden root of high-functioning anxiety is often linked to childhood conditioning, unhealed emotional patterns, and the inner conflict between desire and deprivation. You’ll learn how to shift out of the powerless state of the “Anxiety Battler” and into the calm, grounded energy of the “Anxiety Master.”   Explore The Anxiety Masters 5-Day Byron Bay Retreat (3 spots left) - https://georgiecollinson.com/byronbayretreat   Need more anxiety support? Apply for a 30 minute FREE Anxiety Relief Call to explore working with me as a private client: http://bit.ly/anxietyreset Watch my FREE Anxiety Reset Masterclass for women with high-functioning anxiety: https://anxiety-reset.mykajabi.com/free-masterclass Get my books The Anxiety Reset Method and Master Your Relationship Anxiety here: https://georgiecollinson.com/books

In this eye-opening episode, I’m joined by the incredibly knowledgeable Lucas Aoun — a leading naturopath who’s made waves in the biohacking world and even earned the attention of Andrew Huberman. Lucas brings a refreshing, no-nonsense approach to the world of supplements, offering grounded advice that cuts through the noise and marketing hype. We explore how supplements can be both a powerful tool for reducing anxiety — or a hidden trigger that makes it worse. Lucas shares what actually works, what’s likely a waste of money, and the science-backed insights most people miss. We also unpack his controversial take on ashwagandha, the “golden child” of herbal medicine — including why it might not be as harmless as you think. Plus: - Supplements: what works and what’s a waste of money - Lucas’s controversial take on ashwagandha - Why low testosterone in men often goes undetected - Why your body deserves more than just another powder, pill, or promise If you're someone who’s been stacking supplements or feeling overwhelmed by all the wellness advice online, this episode will help you cut through the confusion and make smarter, more empowering choices for your body and mind. Let’s dive in. _____ Connect with Lucas Aoun YouTube: Boost Your Biology Instagram: @ergogenic_health Catuaba Supplement: inb4supps.com _____ Need more support with anxiety? Browse the Hypnotherapy Audio Library: https://georgiecollinson.com/hypnosislibrary Watch my FREE Masterclass for women with high-functioning anxiety: https://anxiety-reset.mykajabi.com/free-masterclass The Anxiety Reset Method book: 🇦🇺 Australia & NZ – Order here 🇺🇸 US & North America – Order here

In this episode, Georgie explores the deep, often tangled topic of self-worth - why we attach it to things like body image, male attention, success, or relationships, and how to finally begin unhooking from it. She shares her own personal experience of tying self-worth to external milestones like book launches and TV appearances - and the emotional crash that can follow once the moment passes. If you've ever felt your worth rise and fall based on how you're perceived or what you've achieved, this is for you. You’ll learn Georgie’s 3-step approach to accessing your inherent, untouchable self-worth - including the mindset shifts and subconscious work needed to move from fragile confidence to a grounded sense of inner value. Plus, an exciting announcement: The Anxiety Masters Retreat is taking place this September in Byron Bay! Tune in for all the details on this transformative in-person experience for women ready to go deeper with their healing journey.   Explore The Anxiety Masters 5-Day Byron Bay Retreat (4 spots left) -  https://georgiecollinson.com/byronbayretreat   Join me for Mindset May, the 21-Day Challenge using our new track Anxious To Grounded, you can start anytime in May -  https://anxiety-reset.mykajabi.com/mindsetmay2025     Need more anxiety support? Apply for a 30 minute FREE Anxiety Relief Call to explore working with me as a private client: http://bit.ly/anxietyreset Watch my FREE Anxiety Reset Masterclass for women with high-functioning anxiety: https://anxiety-reset.mykajabi.com/free-masterclass Get my books The Anxiety Reset Method and Master Your Relationship Anxiety here: https://georgiecollinson.com/books

In this heart-opening episode, I’m joined by Laura Behnke, and I’ll be honest — her story moved me to tears. Laura’s journey is one of resilience, vulnerability, and quiet strength. Listening to her share so openly was its own kind of healing, and I know it will touch you too. A gentle note: We do discuss Laura’s experience with an unexpected cancer diagnosis. If this is a sensitive topic for you, please use your own intuition and discernment about whether now is the right time to listen. Sometimes hearing stories like Laura’s can bring incredible awareness and a deeper sense of hope. In this beautiful conversation, we explore: ✅ Laura’s journey from TV sports anchor to sharing her real story ✅ Navigating a cancer diagnosis while caring for her 7-month-old daughter ✅ How vulnerability carried her through life’s biggest curve balls ✅ Redefining success, womanhood, and resilience after profound life shifts Laura doesn’t come with advice or steps to follow — she simply shares her truth. And in that, she offers something so powerful: the reminder that you are not alone. I’m deeply proud to bring you this episode. I hope it opens your heart as much as it did mine. Let’s dive in. ----- Connect with Laura  📱 Instagram: @laurabbehnke 🌐 Website: www.laurabehnke.com 📰 Substack: The Life Actually Substack 🎧 Podcast: The Life Actually Podcast ----- Need more support for your emotional wellbeing? 💛 Browse the Hypnotherapy Audio Library: https://georgiecollinson.com/hypnosislibrary 🎥 Watch my FREE Masterclass for women with high-functioning anxiety: https://anxiety-reset.mykajabi.com/free-masterclass 📖 The Anxiety Reset Method book: 🇦🇺 Australia & NZ – Order here: booktopia.kh4ffx.net/3Pbokn 🇺🇸 US & North America – Order here: https://amzn.to/46OpjvH

In this solo episode, Georgie shares a raw and real update on life lately - navigating the uncomfortable, expansive in-between that so many of us find ourselves in. From letting go of her Unshakeable program, to moving house, to sitting with big life transitions and emotional waves, this is an honest reflection on what it means to pause, recalibrate, and stay grounded as an Anxiety Master when clarity hasn’t landed yet. She also introduces Mindset May - a 21-day challenge designed to help you shift anxious thinking, rewire your beliefs, and reclaim a calm grounded state working with your subconscious. This episode is a warm invitation to know you're not alone, soften to your humanness, and remember that the in-between is where real transformation happens.   Join me for Mindset May, the 21-Day Challenge using our new track Anxious To Grounded, starting on May 1st -  https://anxiety-reset.mykajabi.com/mindsetmay2025   Get the Anxiety Reset Toolkit now at the introduction rate of $297 AUD before it goes up by $100:  https://anxiety-reset.mykajabi.com/anxiety-reset-toolkit   Need more anxiety support? Apply for a 30 minute FREE Anxiety Relief Call to explore working with me as a private client: http://bit.ly/anxietyreset Watch my FREE Anxiety Reset Masterclass for women with high-functioning anxiety: https://anxiety-reset.mykajabi.com/free-masterclass Get my books The Anxiety Reset Method and Master Your Relationship Anxiety here: https://georgiecollinson.com/books