Calming Anxiety | Guided Meditation, Sleep Hypnosis & Panic Attack Relief

In this Mid Winter session, Martin guides you through a profound ten-minute journey into the heart of peace
. As we navigate the complexities of the season, this episode serves as your "coffee break for the soul," offering a sanctuary of silence through somatic grounding for seasonal affective shifts and intentional breathing
. We explore the power of internal light to drive away self-doubt and panic, while establishing a foundation for nervous system regulation for high-performance living
.
By focusing on the hypnotic rhythm of the breath, you will engage in vagal toning for deep stress recovery, allowing your mind and body to reunite in a state of true calm
. This session isn't just a holiday pause; it is emotional fitness training for the new year, designed to help you master mindful self-compassion for holiday gatherings and beyond
.
Time-Stamped Chapters
00:00 – Finding your quiet space and entering the sanctuary.
00:41 – Somatic grounding through rhythmic breathing and chest expansion.
01:54 – The Golden Light visualization: Adding fuel to your internal energy.
0:12 – Expanding warmth: Pushing away worry and driving out the cold chill of winter.
04:25 – Deep relaxation: Finding peace within the sanctuary of consciousness.
05:17 – Emotional fitness training: Affirmations for priority and peace.
06:20 – Visualizing grace: Staying centered amidst the noise of tomorrow.
07:00 – Circadian reset for deep restorative sleep through silence.
08:05 – Three Caring Tips for a happier, more positive life.
09:20 – Proactive burnout prevention through stillness: Returning to the now.
3 Caring Tips for a Happier, More Positive Life
The One-Minute Digital Fast: Leave your phone in another room for at least five minutes today to create space for authentic human connection over digital consumption.
Practice Unspoken Gratitude: Silently list three things you appreciate about someone you are with tonight to naturally improve the room's atmosphere.
The Evening Reflection: Write down one "hidden win"—a small personal success—to reinforce a positive mindset for long-term well-being.
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Final Thought: Smile often, and above all, be kind.

Break the Cycle of Anxiety Today Are you ready to stop the spiral? Join me in the Anxiety Circuit Breaker course, specifically designed to help you regain control and find your calm in just minutes. You can access the full course and take the first step toward a quieter mind by visiting calminganxiety.fm.

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Resources & Courses:Book Hypnotherapy: Schedule a one-on-one session with Martin at https://calendar.app.google/rXHMt8sRYft5iWma8 Pain & Anxiety Course:

Manage negative thoughts and pain with The Physio Crew’s course at https://offers.thephysiocrew.co.uk/home-pain

Breathing Challenge: Try our relaxing breathing challenge at https://www.martinhewlett.co.uk/breathing-challenge/

Gift a Subscription: Share Calming Anxiety with loved ones at https://www.martinhewlett.co.uk/shop/calming-anxiety-gift-subscription/

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Connect With Us:Email: Share feedback or requests at [email protected]

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 Social Media Support: For younger listeners struggling with social media stress, visit https://www.icanhelp.net/

Backing Music: Chris Collins

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Ready for More Calm?Thank you for listening to the Calming Anxiety Podcast, featuring guided meditation, mindfulness, and sleep hypnosis sessions with Martin Hewlett. Our mission is to provide you with proven tools for anxiety relief, stress reduction, and a path toward deep relaxation. Use this episode anytime you need to calm your mind and feel more at ease.

Stop running on "optimization mode" and reclaim your restorative power. In this session, we shift the metric of success from how much you produce to how well you rest. If you've been carrying the weight of digital noise and the pressure to always be "on," this 10-minute deep dive is your sanctuary.This meditation is Part 1 of our Vitality and Boundaries series. We explore the mind-body connection through 4-count restorative breathing, visualization of your inner energy, and affirmations designed to honor your unique capacity rather than just your output.🕒 Key Moments & Timestamps
00:00 – Cold Open: Breaking the optimization cycle.
01:10 – Restorative Breathing: The 4-count inhale and physical tension scan.
02:10 – Visualization: Releasing the "Grey Mist" of negativity.
04:05 – Affirmations for Vitality: Shifting from output to capacity.
05:20 – The Amber Light: Building your reservoir of strength.
07:34 – My Thing: 3 Caring Tips for a Happier, More Positive Life.
09:20 – Outro & Part 2 Preview: Reclaiming focus from the digital world.
✨ 3 Caring Tips for a Happier, More Positive LifeAs a staple of our show, here are today’s three actionable tips to integrate mindfulness into your daily routine:
The Play Intervention: Spend 5 minutes today on something purely tactile and "unproductive" (doodling or dancing) to reset your nervous system.
Digital Sundown: Switch your phone to grayscale 30 minutes before bed to eliminate dopamine hits from colorful icons.
Capacity Check-in: Before saying "yes" to a request, ask: "Do I have the emotional capacity, or just the time?".
🎙️ About the Calming Anxiety PodcastHosted by Martin, this podcast provides a sanctuary for those navigating New York's busy mornings or London's quiet evenings. With over 2,000 sessions available, we help you make mindfulness a proactive act of mental fitness.Ready for Part 2? We will be exploring the Dopamine Reset and how to reclaim your focus from the digital world. Hit Subscribe/Follow to ensure you don't miss the next step in your vitality journey.

Break the Cycle of Anxiety Today Are you ready to stop the spiral? Join me in the Anxiety Circuit Breaker course, specifically designed to help you regain control and find your calm in just minutes. You can access the full course and take the first step toward a quieter mind by visiting calminganxiety.fm.

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Rate & Review: Leave a 5-star review on Spotify or Apple Podcasts to help us reach more listeners!

Resources & Courses:Book Hypnotherapy: Schedule a one-on-one session with Martin at https://calendar.app.google/rXHMt8sRYft5iWma8 Pain & Anxiety Course:

Manage negative thoughts and pain with The Physio Crew’s course at https://offers.thephysiocrew.co.uk/home-pain

Breathing Challenge: Try our relaxing breathing challenge at https://www.martinhewlett.co.uk/breathing-challenge/

Gift a Subscription: Share Calming Anxiety with loved ones at https://www.martinhewlett.co.uk/shop/calming-anxiety-gift-subscription/

Get the App:iOS: Download Calming Anxiety at https://apps.apple.com/gb/app/calming-anxiety/id1576159331 Android:

Get it on Google Play at https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=digital.waterfront.calming.anxiety&hl=en-GB

Connect With Us:Email: Share feedback or requests at [email protected]

YouTube: Watch all episodes at https://www.youtube.com/c/calminganxiety?sub_confirmation=1

 Social Media Support: For younger listeners struggling with social media stress, visit https://www.icanhelp.net/

Backing Music: Chris Collins

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Rode Podmic - https://amzn.to/3LN1JEd
Zoom Livetrak L8 - https://amzn.to/36UCIby
Sony ZV 1 - https://amzn.to/3JvDUPT
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Ready for More Calm?Thank you for listening to the Calming Anxiety Podcast, featuring guided meditation, mindfulness, and sleep hypnosis sessions with Martin Hewlett. Our mission is to provide you with proven tools for anxiety relief, stress reduction, and a path toward deep relaxation. Use this episode anytime you need to calm your mind and feel more at ease.

Is your nervous system stuck in "danger mode"? In this 10-minute somatic reset, we retrain your mind to stop scanning for threats and start hunting for Glimmers—those micro-moments of safety that physically calm your anxiety.Using the latest somatic techniques, Martin guides you through a powerful session designed to switch off the panic response and regulate your vagus nerve.In this session, we cover:
The Double Inhale Breath: The fastest physiological way to hack your nervous system and lower cortisol.
Somatic Release: A guided body scan to drop the "heavy backpack" of tension from your shoulders and jaw.
Glimmer Hunting: A visualization technique to rewire your brain’s filter to see the light, not just the dark.
Today’s 3 Caring Tips for a Happier, More Positive Life:
Set a Glimmer Goal: Challenge yourself to find 3 tiny things tomorrow that feel good (a nice smell, a soft blanket) and explicitly name them as "glimmers".
The Somatic Shake: If you feel stress building, stand up and shake your hands and legs for 30 seconds to physically discharge the trauma.
Protect Your Morning: Do not look at your phone for the first 10 minutes of the day. Let your nervous system wake up in safety, not reaction mode.
Support the Show: If this session helped you find a little light today, please hit the Follow button so you never miss a reset. Know someone who is feeling heavy? Share this episode with them—be their glimmer today.

Break the Cycle of Anxiety Today Are you ready to stop the spiral? Join me in the Anxiety Circuit Breaker course, specifically designed to help you regain control and find your calm in just minutes. You can access the full course and take the first step toward a quieter mind by visiting calminganxiety.fm.

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Support the Show:Ad-Free Listening: Enjoy Calming Anxiety without ads at https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/calming-anxiety--4110266/support

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Rate & Review: Leave a 5-star review on Spotify or Apple Podcasts to help us reach more listeners!

Resources & Courses:Book Hypnotherapy: Schedule a one-on-one session with Martin at https://calendar.app.google/rXHMt8sRYft5iWma8 Pain & Anxiety Course:

Manage negative thoughts and pain with The Physio Crew’s course at https://offers.thephysiocrew.co.uk/home-pain

Breathing Challenge: Try our relaxing breathing challenge at https://www.martinhewlett.co.uk/breathing-challenge/

Gift a Subscription: Share Calming Anxiety with loved ones at https://www.martinhewlett.co.uk/shop/calming-anxiety-gift-subscription/

Get the App:iOS: Download Calming Anxiety at https://apps.apple.com/gb/app/calming-anxiety/id1576159331 Android:

Get it on Google Play at https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=digital.waterfront.calming.anxiety&hl=en-GB

Connect With Us:Email: Share feedback or requests at [email protected]

YouTube: Watch all episodes at https://www.youtube.com/c/calminganxiety?sub_confirmation=1

 Social Media Support: For younger listeners struggling with social media stress, visit https://www.icanhelp.net/

Backing Music: Chris Collins

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Affiliate links to the gear I use the items that give me a more tranquil life.
Rode Podmic - https://amzn.to/3LN1JEd
Zoom Livetrak L8 - https://amzn.to/36UCIby
Sony ZV 1 - https://amzn.to/3JvDUPT
GoPro Hero 8 Black - https://amzn.to/372rzFl
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=============================
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Ready for More Calm?Thank you for listening to the Calming Anxiety Podcast, featuring guided meditation, mindfulness, and sleep hypnosis sessions with Martin Hewlett. Our mission is to provide you with proven tools for anxiety relief, stress reduction, and a path toward deep relaxation. Use this episode anytime you need to calm your mind and feel more at ease.

Are you ready to stop just surviving the winter and start blooming? In this finale of our Winter Radiance mini-series, we move from "protection mode" into "thriving mode." You have rested, you have healed, and now it is time to open the door to new possibilities.This guided meditation is designed to help you gently thaw out your nervous system, release the last of the winter stagnation, and plant the seeds for your next chapter. We focus on somatic healing—finding safety in the body so you can manifest from a place of abundance rather than fear.In this session, you will learn how to:
Shift your mindset from "dormant" to "awakening."
Use the "melting ice" breathwork technique to release physical tension.
Visualize your own personal spring to spark optimism and joy.
Practice self-compassion as you grow at your own pace.
🌿 My 3 Caring Tips for a Happier Life (from this episode):
The "Fresh Air First" Rule: Before you check your phone or dive into emails, step outside for 5 minutes. Give your brain oxygen and a wide horizon before you narrow your focus to a screen.
Follow the "Glimmers": Train your brain to stop looking for triggers and start looking for glimmers—tiny moments of safety and joy (the smell of coffee, a wagging tail, a kind text). Let them land for 10 seconds.
Be a Seedling: When a flower grows slowly, we don't yell at it; we water it. If you have a low-energy day, tell yourself, "I am not failing; I am just watering the soil."
✨ Affirmations for Awakening:
"I am ready to emerge."
"My energy is renewable and abundant."
"I trust the timing of my life."
"I am not behind; I was just resting."
"It is safe for me to shine again."
"I attract good things simply by being myself."
🎧 Listen to the full Winter Radiance Series:
Part 1: Rekindling the Spark
Part 2: Protecting Your Energy
Part 3: Awakening New Energy (You are here!)
Support the Podcast: If this series helped you find warmth in the winter, please Subscribe or Follow so you don't miss our next daily session. Leaving a 5-star review helps other beautiful souls find this safe space.
Break the Cycle of Anxiety Today Are you ready to stop the spiral? Join me in the Anxiety Circuit Breaker course, specifically designed to help you regain control and find your calm in just minutes. You can access the full course and take the first step toward a quieter mind by visiting calminganxiety.fm.

👉 Click to subscribe and unlock ad-free episodes now!

Support the Show:Ad-Free Listening: Enjoy Calming Anxiety without ads at https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/calming-anxiety--4110266/support

Buy Me a Coffee: Support hosting costs at https://www.buymeacoffee.com/calminganxiety

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Rate & Review: Leave a 5-star review on Spotify or Apple Podcasts to help us reach more listeners!

Resources & Courses:Book Hypnotherapy: Schedule a one-on-one session with Martin at https://calendar.app.google/rXHMt8sRYft5iWma8 Pain & Anxiety Course:

Manage negative thoughts and pain with The Physio Crew’s course at https://offers.thephysiocrew.co.uk/home-pain

Breathing Challenge: Try our relaxing breathing challenge at https://www.martinhewlett.co.uk/breathing-challenge/

Gift a Subscription: Share Calming Anxiety with loved ones at https://www.martinhewlett.co.uk/shop/calming-anxiety-gift-subscription/

Get the App:iOS: Download Calming Anxiety at https://apps.apple.com/gb/app/calming-anxiety/id1576159331 Android:

Get it on Google Play at https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=digital.waterfront.calming.anxiety&hl=en-GB

Connect With Us:Email: Share feedback or requests at [email protected]

YouTube: Watch all episodes at https://www.youtube.com/c/calminganxiety?sub_confirmation=1

 Social Media Support: For younger listeners struggling with social media stress, visit https://www.icanhelp.net/

Backing Music: Chris Collins

===================

Affiliate links to the gear I use the items that give me a more tranquil life.
Rode Podmic - https://amzn.to/3LN1JEd
Zoom Livetrak L8 - https://amzn.to/36UCIby
Sony ZV 1 - https://amzn.to/3JvDUPT
GoPro Hero 8 Black - https://amzn.to/372rzFl
DJI Mini 2 - https://amzn.to/3NQfMdY
=============================
Items I use for a more relaxed way of life :)
Organic Pure Hemp CBD Capsules - https://amzn.to/3

Ready for More Calm?Thank you for listening to the Calming Anxiety Podcast, featuring guided meditation, mindfulness, and sleep hypnosis sessions with Martin Hewlett. Our mission is to provide you with proven tools for anxiety relief, stress reduction, and a path toward deep relaxation. Use this episode anytime you need to calm your mind and feel more at ease.

Do you feel like the world is draining your battery faster than you can recharge it? In the depth of winter, it is easy to feel exposed to stress, negativity, and burnout.Welcome to Part 2 of the Winter Radiance Series on Calming Anxiety.While Part 1 was about rekindling your inner spark, today is about building a sanctuary around it. In this 10-minute guided meditation, we move from "surviving" the winter to "protecting" your peace. You will learn how to observe the chaos of the world without letting it freeze your spirit.In this session, we will cover:
The "Golden Light" Breathwork: A technique to physically push out the cold, grey stress of the day.
The Log Cabin Visualization: A powerful mental exercise to create a "glass wall" between you and external expectations.
Affirmations for Boundaries: Learning to say "no" without guilt.
My 3 Caring Tips for a Happier Life: This episode also includes three practical tools you can use immediately after listening:
The One-Minute Wait: A simple rule to stop over-committing your energy.
Visual Unplugging: How to reduce "visual noise" to rest your brain.
The Warm Drink Anchor: A somatic hack to ground yourself instantly in social situations.
“You cannot pour from an empty cup. Today, we stop apologizing for our boundaries.”Next Up: Join us tomorrow for the finale, Part 3: Awakening New Energy, where we prepare to bloom as we look toward Spring.Support the Podcast: If this session brought you warmth, please leave a review or follow the show. It helps other souls find this sanctuary.

Break the Cycle of Anxiety Today Are you ready to stop the spiral? Join me in the Anxiety Circuit Breaker course, specifically designed to help you regain control and find your calm in just minutes. You can access the full course and take the first step toward a quieter mind by visiting calminganxiety.fm.

👉 Click to subscribe and unlock ad-free episodes now!

Support the Show:Ad-Free Listening: Enjoy Calming Anxiety without ads at https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/calming-anxiety--4110266/support

Buy Me a Coffee: Support hosting costs at https://www.buymeacoffee.com/calminganxiety

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Rate & Review: Leave a 5-star review on Spotify or Apple Podcasts to help us reach more listeners!

Resources & Courses:Book Hypnotherapy: Schedule a one-on-one session with Martin at https://calendar.app.google/rXHMt8sRYft5iWma8 Pain & Anxiety Course:

Manage negative thoughts and pain with The Physio Crew’s course at https://offers.thephysiocrew.co.uk/home-pain

Breathing Challenge: Try our relaxing breathing challenge at https://www.martinhewlett.co.uk/breathing-challenge/

Gift a Subscription: Share Calming Anxiety with loved ones at https://www.martinhewlett.co.uk/shop/calming-anxiety-gift-subscription/

Get the App:iOS: Download Calming Anxiety at https://apps.apple.com/gb/app/calming-anxiety/id1576159331 Android:

Get it on Google Play at https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=digital.waterfront.calming.anxiety&hl=en-GB

Connect With Us:Email: Share feedback or requests at [email protected]

YouTube: Watch all episodes at https://www.youtube.com/c/calminganxiety?sub_confirmation=1

 Social Media Support: For younger listeners struggling with social media stress, visit https://www.icanhelp.net/

Backing Music: Chris Collins

===================

Affiliate links to the gear I use the items that give me a more tranquil life.
Rode Podmic - https://amzn.to/3LN1JEd
Zoom Livetrak L8 - https://amzn.to/36UCIby
Sony ZV 1 - https://amzn.to/3JvDUPT
GoPro Hero 8 Black - https://amzn.to/372rzFl
DJI Mini 2 - https://amzn.to/3NQfMdY
=============================
Items I use for a more relaxed way of life :)
Organic Pure Hemp CBD Capsules - https://amzn.to/3

Ready for More Calm?Thank you for listening to the Calming Anxiety Podcast, featuring guided meditation, mindfulness, and sleep hypnosis sessions with Martin Hewlett. Our mission is to provide you with proven tools for anxiety relief, stress reduction, and a path toward deep relaxation. Use this episode anytime you need to calm your mind and feel more at ease.