Dr. John Delony: Building a Non-Anxious Life & Raising Non-Anxious Kids

Ever wish you could live a life free from the crippling grip of anxiety? Imagine a world where you are in control, not your stress. Today's episode offers you just that - a roadmap to a non-anxious life, guided by our special guest, bestselling author and renowned mental health expert Dr. John Deloni. We dive into his latest book, "Building a Non-Anxious Life" and uncover strategies on how to eliminate anxiety from our lives.

In a world that seems to breed anxiety, we often find ourselves struggling with mental health challenges. Today, we explore these issues in-depth. From raising non-anxious children to handling societal pressures on body image, we discuss it all. We share personal stories about our journeys, shedding light on how we navigate through an anxiety-inducing world, and how we manage our reactions. We also delve into some of the detrimental coping mechanisms such as alcohol and marijuana, discussing their effects on our overall well-being. 

In the second half of the episode, we switch gears and focus on leadership, perseverance, and the importance of maintaining non-anxious parent-child relationships. We share our experiences of raising our own kids, highlighting the importance of letting them experience both success and failure. We talk about the significance of stable, regulated adult relationships in a child's life, and how raising one's voice in anger can impact them. Our discussion concludes with a chat on body image struggles and making health choices, emphasizing the importance of self-love, self-care, and expressing gratitude. Enjoy the episode and remember, you have control over your anxiety, not the other way round.