So, you're alone, you can't sleep, and the internet is down. Now what? Well, if you're like D, you'd record a podcast episode. Join D for another classic "ruminations on a restless night" as he explores anxiety, insomnia, and a bit about meditation.

CHAPTERS

0:00:00 it's 2:31 am and i can't sleep 0:02:37 sleeping & not sleeping 0:04:23 dealing with covid and flu 0:06:14 keeping connected with your struggles 0:09:00 insomnia with no internet 0:12:48 dependence, discipline, & diet 0:14:31 finding alternatives / music / meditations 0:18:52 thought journeys / the what if scenarios 0:23:55 waiting for a reply (anticipatory anxiety) 0:29:00 a brief plug for uneven (uneven.life) 0:30:38 what was i talking about again? 0:31:40 falling asleep: the window of opportunity 0:36:06 maybe my insomnia will help you sleep 0:36:54 developing your anxiety toolbelt / meditation 0:47:43 wrapping things up

REFERENCES

An Uneven Life — https://uneven.life — Community dedicated to those struggling with life, anxiety,, medication.

RECODING INFO

— RECORDED: Tuesday, March 25, 2025 — LOCATION: Colorado

PODCAST SITELINKS

— PODCAST WEBSITE: https://www.unevenpodcast.com — EASING ANXIETY: https://www.easinganxiety.com — YOUTUBE: https://youtube.com/@easinganx — X (TWITTER): https://twitter.com/@easinganx

PODCAST SUMMARY

Welcome to “uneven,” a podcast about life, anxiety, and being human. In such a chaotic world, how do we better our lives and the lives of those around us? Maybe, just maybe, we might find a few solutions together. Join veteran podcaster D E Foster as he explores the intimate struggles so many of us experience — often in silence. I hope you’ll join us.

PODCAST DISCLAIMER

The uneven podcast is for general information purposes only and should never be considered medical, psychological, or any other form of health advice. Health-related information provided is not a substitute for professional advice and should not be used to diagnose or treat health problems or to prescribe any medical devices, psychological treatments, or other remedies. Never disregard medical advice or delay in seeking it.

Please visit our website for our complete disclaimer at https://easinganxiety.com/disclaimer.

SUICIDE PREVENTION

If you, or anyone you know, is having suicidal thoughts, please seek help immediately. Resources can be found on our website at: https://www.easinganxiety.com/resources#suicide.

PODCAST MUSIC

All music provided / licensed through Storyblocks (https://www.storyblocks.com)

uneven theme music — TITLE: From the Earth — ARTIST: Humans Win — PUBLISHER: Lance Conrad (BMI)

PODCAST PRODUCTION

The Uneven Podcast is part of the Easing Anxiety network (https://easinganxiety.com) and is a production of Denim Mountain Press (https://denimmountainpress.com).

Artificial intelligence (AI) is here, and it's here to stay. But what does this mean for humanity? Is it a blessing? A curse? Join D for his cautionary contemplation into the recent rise of AI. (BTW, no AI was used in the writing of this blurb — in case you were curious.)

CHAPTERS

0:00:00 good morning / lying in bed 0:01:40 moods & the podcast 0:02:01 update on the community (uneven.life) 0:09:32 my social media reluctance 0:12:17 uneven foundation / core group 0:13:52 ai & the atomic bomb 0:19:56 ai is popping up everywhere 0:21:11 this doesn't feel right 0:22:48 are we sacrificing humanity for convenience? 0:26:13 the exponential growth of ai is here 0:28:11 the loss of the struggle, the meaning 0:30:35 why would i write a book now? 0:31:16 taking a couple of steps back 0:34:26 how do we respond to? 0:38:27 a paper route and a moped 0:40:52 it's about the human connection 0:42:17 we still have choices / balance 0:44:14 the benefits of ai 0:46:17 a visit from my dog murphy 0:47:24 life is hard, and it's supposed to be 0:49:21 signing off

REFERENCES

uneven (the uneven community) — https://uneven.life — Join now for a 14-day free trial.

RECODING INFO

— RECORDED: Saturday, March 1, 2025 — LOCATION: Colorado

PODCAST SITELINKS

— PODCAST WEBSITE: https://www.unevenpodcast.com — EASING ANXIETY: https://www.easinganxiety.com — YOUTUBE: https://youtube.com/@easinganx — X (TWITTER): https://twitter.com/@easinganx

PODCAST SUMMARY

Welcome to “uneven,” a podcast about life, anxiety, and being human. In such a chaotic world, how do we better our lives and the lives of those around us? Maybe, just maybe, we might find a few solutions together. Join veteran podcaster D E Foster as he explores the intimate struggles so many of us experience — often in silence. I hope you’ll join us.

PODCAST DISCLAIMER

The uneven podcast is for general information purposes only and should never be considered medical, psychological, or any other form of health advice. Health-related information provided is not a substitute for professional advice and should not be used to diagnose or treat health problems or to prescribe any medical devices, psychological treatments, or other remedies. Never disregard medical advice or delay in seeking it.

Please visit our website for our complete disclaimer at https://easinganxiety.com/disclaimer.

SUICIDE PREVENTION

If you, or anyone you know, is having suicidal thoughts, please seek help immediately. Resources can be found on our website at: https://www.easinganxiety.com/resources#suicide.

PODCAST MUSIC

All music provided / licensed through Storyblocks (https://www.storyblocks.com)

uneven theme music — TITLE: From the Earth — ARTIST: Humans Win — PUBLISHER: Lance Conrad (BMI)

PODCAST PRODUCTION

The Uneven Podcast is part of the Easing Anxiety network (https://easinganxiety.com) and is a production of Denim Mountain Press (https://denimmountainpress.com).

Managing your anxiety takes many forms? Taking responsibility. Releasing blame. Becoming a partner with your doctor. And, finding connection within acceptance. Wanna learn more? Join D for today's recording of unevenLive. I'll see you there.

CHAPTERS

0:00:00 welcome 0:00:16 busy day 0:01:15 news from uneven.life 0:03:22 a bit about anxiety 0:04:19 we handle anxiety in different ways 0:05:33 the acceptance mountain, and the ride downhill 0:08:44 compassionate responsibility 0:10:29 taking charge of your anxiety 0:11:18 releasing control 0:13:31 responsibility & blame 0:17:14 becoming a partner with your doctor 0:18:11 our leadership team 0:18:28 doctors & medication decisions 0:20:47 I'll keep this short today (ya, right) 0:21:09 the uneven connection 0:22:00 just be real 0:22:57 it's only you, in your head 0:24:08 been a bit depressed lately 0:25:40 the joy inside the sadness 0:27:38 it all comes back to acceptance 0:28:54 a shout out to my team 0:30:02 you are not alone 0:30:51 wrapping things up

REFERENCES

BOOK: "Hope and Help for Your Nerves" by Claire Weekes — https://a.co/d/bSOjAIg — - Results of years of experience treating real patients with anxiety.

the uneven community — https://uneven.life — - Check us out with a 14-day free trial.

VIDEO: Taking Charge of Your Anxiety — https://www.easinganxiety.com/post/taking-charge-of-your-anxiety-101-anxiety-tips-4

RECODING INFO

— RECORDED: Thursday, February 6, 2025 — LOCATION: Colorado

PODCAST SITELINKS

— PODCAST WEBSITE: https://www.unevenpodcast.com — EASING ANXIETY: https://www.easinganxiety.com — YOUTUBE: https://youtube.com/@easinganx — X (TWITTER): https://twitter.com/@easinganx

PODCAST SUMMARY

Welcome to “uneven,” a podcast about life, anxiety, and being human. In such a chaotic world, how do we better our lives and the lives of those around us? Maybe, just maybe, we might find a few solutions together. Join veteran podcaster D E Foster as he explores the intimate struggles so many of us experience — often in silence. I hope you’ll join us.

PODCAST DISCLAIMER

The uneven podcast is for general information purposes only and should never be considered medical, psychological, or any other form of health advice. Health-related information provided is not a substitute for professional advice and should not be used to diagnose or treat health problems or to prescribe any medical devices, psychological treatments, or other remedies. Never disregard medical advice or delay in seeking it.

Please visit our website for our complete disclaimer at https://easinganxiety.com/disclaimer.

SUICIDE PREVENTION

If you, or anyone you know, is having suicidal thoughts, please seek help immediately. Resources can be found on our website at: https://www.easinganxiety.com/resources#suicide.

PODCAST MUSIC

All music provided / licensed through Storyblocks (https://www.storyblocks.com)

uneven theme music — TITLE: From the Earth — ARTIST: Humans Win — PUBLISHER: Lance Conrad (BMI)

PODCAST PRODUCTION

The Uneven Podcast is part of the Easing Anxiety network (https://easinganxiety.com) and is a production of Denim Mountain Press (https://denimmountainpress.com).