{"podcast":{"title":"Calming Anxiety | Guided Meditation, Sleep Hypnosis & Panic Attack Relief","slug":"calming-anxiety-guided-meditation-sleep-hypnosis-panic-attack-relief-98140","podcast_index_feed_id":98140,"rss_url":"https://www.spreaker.com/show/4110266/episodes/feed","website_url":"https://calminganxiety.org","image_url":"https://d3wo5wojvuv7l.cloudfront.net/t_rss_itunes_square_1400/images.spreaker.com/original/66408d7ae269b66fbca86424bc06adbf.jpg","author":"Calming Anxiety","episode_count":1000,"summary":"Stop anxiety, silence racing thoughts, and finally get the deep sleep you deserve. The Calming Anxiety Podcast offers a gentle, caring library of daily guided meditation, mindfulness sessions, and sleep hypnosis tracks designed to help you find genuine relief. Whether you need a quick 10-minute session to defuse stress or a long, guided hypnosis track to overcome insomnia, this show is your daily resource for peace.Join Martin Hewlett , a Certified Clinical Hypnotherapist (GQHP), as he uses his soothing voice and relaxing soundscapes to guide you toward a life of less stress and more emotional control. I n these episodes, you will learn how to: • Master the 5-4-3-2-1 Grounding Technique to stop panic attacks instantly. • Build unshakeable confidence and self-esteem through positive affirmations. • Regulate your nervous system to manage feelings of overwhelm. • Let go of past trauma and embrace a happier future. • Take back control over your thoughts, feelings, and reactions.Subscribe today for new, short-form mindfulness episodes and start your journey to a calmer mind. Want personalized support? Book a 1-on-1 Zoom Hypnotherapy session with Martin: https://calendly.com/calminganxi…","last_synced_at":"2026-09-19T12:23:38.586393+00:00","page_url":"https://stenobird.com/podcast/calming-anxiety-guided-meditation-sleep-hypnosis-panic-attack-relief-98140"},"episode":{"title":"My Heart is Racing — Am I Having a Heart Attack   Anxiety vs  Cardiac Emergency","slug":"my-heart-is-racing-am-i-having-a-heart-attack-anxiety-vs-cardiac-emergency","published_at":"2026-06-20T02:40:02+00:00","page_url":"https://stenobird.com/podcast/calming-anxiety-guided-meditation-sleep-hypnosis-panic-attack-relief-98140/my-heart-is-racing-am-i-having-a-heart-attack-anxiety-vs-cardiac-emergency","show_page_url":"https://stenobird.com/podcast/calming-anxiety-guided-meditation-sleep-hypnosis-panic-attack-relief-98140","url":"https://www.spreaker.com/episode/my-heart-is-racing-am-i-having-a-heart-attack-anxiety-vs-cardiac-emergency--71853271","audio_url":"https://dts.podtrac.com/redirect.mp3/api.spreaker.com/download/episode/71853271/my_heart_is_racing_am_i_having_a_heart_attack_anxiety_vs_cardiac_emergency.mp3","summary":"Is your heart racing? Are you wondering if it’s a panic attack or a heart attack ? In today’s episode of Calming Anxiety , we dive deep into the physiological response of a racing heart due to anxiety . Hosted by Martin Hewlett, a clinical hypnotherapist and former paramedic , this session provides professional insight into why your body triggers the fight or flight response and how to signal to your nervous system that you are safe.If you frequently experience sudden chest tightness , palpitations in your throat , or health anxiety regarding your heart health, this 10-minute guided relaxation and breathing exercise is designed for you. Learn the difference between a medical emergency and an anxiety-driven surge of adrenaline from someone who has seen both on the front lines. What You Will Learn: How to differentiate anxiety symptoms from cardiac emergencies. The role of the parasympathetic nervous system in calming a pounding heart. A guided box breathing technique to lower your heart rate instantly. How adrenaline affects your blood vessels and lungs during stress. Time Chapters 00:00 – Emergency Screening: Vital signs of a cardiac event vs. anxiety. 01:04 – Introduction: Meet Martin Hewlett, former paramedic and hypnotherapist. 01:56 – Guided Breathing: Using the extended out-breath to signal safety. 03:38 – The Science of Adrenaline: Why your heart races when you aren't in danger. 05:12 – Visualization: The \"Control Room\" technique for nervous system regulation. 07:18 – Affirmations: Rewiring your internal dialogue about heart health. 08:32 – 3 Daily Caring Tips: Practical tools for managing heart rate anxiety. 10:05 – Closing Thoughts: Embracing your body's natural responses. Heart-Centered Affirmations Repeat these internally to ground your nervous system: \"My he…","meta_description":"Is your heart racing? Are you wondering if it’s a panic attack or a heart attack ? 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