How to Conquer Anxiety: Real Tools for Real Men

🎙️ Episode 9 – How to Conquer Anxiety: Real Tools for Real MenIn this episode of The Lion Counseling Podcast, Mark Odland (Certified EMDR Therapist & LMFT) and Zack Carter (Counselor & Coach for Men) dive headfirst into one of the most common issues men face—but rarely talk about: anxiety.Whether it shows up as stress, overthinking, irritability, or a pit in your stomach, this episode breaks down what anxiety really is, why it's not always the enemy, and how you can take back control using real-world strategies backed by psychology and faith.🔍 In This Episode, You’ll Learn:What anxiety actually is—and why your brain is wired for itThe difference between helpful anxiety and when it spirals into dysfunctionHow to identify the thoughts, emotions, and behaviors that feed anxietyTools for breaking out of all-or-nothing thinking and catastrophizingHow to challenge irrational beliefs using Zack’s 3-scenario toolThe science behind box breathing and how to use it to calm your nervous system fastWhy naming your emotions (“name it to tame it”) can reduce their powerWhat to do if you try everything and your anxiety still won’t go awayHow CBT and EMDR work together to heal both the thoughts and the traumaFaith-based encouragement and the power of acceptance, action, and hope💥 You don’t have to be ruled by anxiety. You just need the right tools and the courage to try.About the Show:The Lion Counseling Podcast helps men escape the cages that hold them back and become the lions they were created to be. Hosted by Mark Odland and Zack Carter, we explore topics like masculinity, faith, mental health, emotional growth, leadership, trauma recovery, and purpose—with truth, grit, and grace.👉 Get help or book a free consult at www.escapethecagenow.comClick here to watch a video of this episode.’ Click here to view the episode transcript.’ 📲 Like this video? Subscribe, hit the bell, and drop a comment:➡️ Write “beast mode” below if you’re one of the guys still listening at the end!