"The Journey Within: Anxiety, Emotions, and Empowerment with Elaine Belson"

In this episode of the Freedom From Anger podcast, hostJames discusses New Year's resolutions and introduces a conversation withpsychotherapist and army veteran Elaine Belson. Elaine shares her extensiveexperience in mental health, including her journey in private practice andmilitary service. The episode delves into the nature of anxiety, common mentalhealth questions from her YouTube channel 'Ask the Therapist,' https://youtu.be/8qwzoK5j2Qc?si=adJYB8cc7tIMDl6z and strategies for managing emotions and setting boundaries. They explore the critical role of communication in relationships, touching on personal andsocietal challenges, including the impact of politics and family dynamics. Elaine emphasizes the importance of emotional intelligence, coping mechanisms, and achieving balance for overall well-being.