The Life of Bryony

• 40. The Life of YOU: Why You Cancel Plans Last Minute – The Hidden Cost of Anxiety

  Welcome to The Life of YOU! The bonus series where we tackle your dilemmas and share advice to navigate life’s trickier moments. Today, I’m joined by the brilliant Dr Alexandra Shaker, psychologist, researcher, and author of The Narrowing, for an insightful Q&A on anxiety, mental health, and breaking the cycle of overthinking. Today: 💬 Simon struggles with anxiety making him socially withdrawn—cancelling plans, avoiding messages, and feeling guilty. 💔 Niamh can’t stop seeking reassurance in relationships—how can she break the habit? WE WANT TO HEAR FROM YOU 🗣️ Got a question or a story to share? Text or send a voice note on 07796657512—just start your message with LOB. 💬 Use the WhatsApp shortcut: https://wa.me/447796657512?text=LOB. 📧 Prefer email? Drop me a line at [email protected] If you enjoyed this episode, please share it with someone who might need it—it really helps! CREDITS: 🎙️ Presenter: Bryony Gordon 🎙️ Guest: Dr Alexandra Shaker 🎧 Producer: Jonathan O’Sullivan 📢 Executive Producer: Mike Wooller A Daily Mail production. Seriously Popular. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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• 39. Why You’re Not a Mad Woman – and Why Everything You Know About Anxiety Is Wrong

  Welcome to The Life of Bryony Where we explore life’s messy, beautiful, and challenging moments. MY GUEST THIS WEEK: DR ALEXANDRA SHAKER This week, I’m joined by Dr Alexandra Shaker—psychologist, researcher, and author of The Narrowing. Alexandra’s work rethinks our understanding of anxiety, not as a weakness, but as a strength—something we can learn from rather than fight against. We discuss how anxiety manifests in the body, why quick fixes don’t work, and how we can reframe our relationship with mental health. LET’S STAY IN TOUCH 🗣️ Got something to share? Text or send a voice note on 07796657512—just start your message with LOB. 💬 Use the WhatsApp shortcut: https://wa.me/447796657512?text=LOB. 📧 Prefer email? Drop me a line at [email protected] If you enjoyed this episode, share it with someone who might find Alexandra’s insights helpful—it really makes a difference! Bryony xx BOOKS DISCUSSED IN THIS EPISODE 📚 Mad Woman by Bryony Gordon Bryony’s latest memoir, now available in paperback, offers an insightful and fearless reflection on mental health. Buy from Waterstones 📚 The Narrowing by Dr. Alexandra Shaker A transformative exploration of anxiety, examining the connections between our emotional, psychological, and physical lives. Buy from Waterstones SOME GREAT RESOURCES Mind UK – Mental health support and information: www.mind.org.uk | Call 0300 123 3393 or text 86463 Anxiety UK – Support and resources for anxiety and panic: www.anxietyuk.org.uk CREDITS 🎙️ Presenter: Bryony Gordon 🎙️ Guest: Dr Alexandra Shaker 🎧 Content Producer: Jonathan O’Sullivan 🎥 Audio & Video Editor: Luke Shelley 📢 Executive Producer: Mike Wooller A Daily Mail production. Seriously Popular. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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• 38. The Life of YOU: Is Monogamy for Everyone?

  Welcome to The Life of YOU! The bonus series where we tackle your dilemmas and share advice to navigate life’s trickier moments. Today, I’m joined by the brilliant Ruby Rare, sex educator and author of The Non-Monogamy Playbook, for a candid Q&A session on love, relationships, and exploring non-monogamy with confidence. Today: 💬 Jealous Jo wonders how people in open relationships find the time for it all. 💔 Ben fears his monogamous relationship is at risk as his partner considers opening things up. 🤔 Tom asks how to explore non-monogamy without reducing it to just sex. WE WANT TO HEAR FROM YOU 🗣️ Got a question or a story to share? Text or send a voice note on 07796657512—just start your message with LOB. 💬 Use the WhatsApp shortcut - https://wa.me/447796657512?text=LOB 📧 Prefer email? Drop me a line at [email protected]. If you enjoyed this episode, please share it with someone who might need it—it really helps! CREDITS: 🎙️ Presenter: Bryony Gordon 🎙️ Guest: Ruby Rare 🎧 Producer: Jonathan O’Sullivan 📢 Executive Producer: Mike Wooller A Daily Mail production. Seriously Popular. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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• 37. Could Opening Your Relationship Make It Stronger? Ruby Rare on Non-Monogamy & Modern Love

  Welcome to The Life of Bryony, where we explore life’s messy, beautiful, and challenging moments. MY GUEST THIS WEEK: RUBY RARE This week, I’m joined by Ruby Rare—sex educator, speaker, and author of The Non-Monogamy Playbook. Ruby is on a mission to help people explore and embrace their sexuality without shame, offering a refreshingly open and non-judgmental perspective on relationships, intimacy, and pleasure. LET’S STAY IN TOUCH 🗣️ Got something to share? Text or send a voice note on 07796657512—just start your message with LOB. 💬 Use the WhatsApp shortcut: https://wa.me/447796657512?text=LOB. 📧 Prefer email? Drop me a line at [email protected] If you enjoyed this episode, share it with someone who might find Ruby’s insights helpful—it really makes a difference! Bryony xx SOME GREAT RESOURCES Brook: A leading charity supporting young people’s sexual health and education. Visit www.brook.org.uk. CREDITS Presenter: Bryony Gordon Guest: Ruby Rare Producer: Jonathan O’Sullivan Executive Producer: Mike Wooller A Daily Mail Production. Seriously Popular. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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• 36. The Life of YOU: TikTok, Teens, and Mental Health

  Welcome to The Life of YOU, the bonus series where we tackle your dilemmas and share advice to navigate life’s trickier moments. In this bonus episode, I’m joined by the brilliant Christie Watson and Rowan Egberongbe, co-authors of No Filters, for a candid Q&A session. Today: Sarah’s struggle with her 14-year-old son’s TikTok obsession and Fiona’s son is paralysed by climate anxiety WE WANT TO HEAR FROM YOU 🗣️ Got a question or a story to share? Text or send a voice note on 07796657512—just start your message with LOB. 💬 Use the WhatsApp shortcut - https://wa.me/447796657512?text=LOB 📧 Prefer email? Drop me a line at [email protected]. If you enjoyed this episode, please share it with someone who might need it—it really helps! MY WEEKLY RECOMMENDATION: 🛍️ Joanie Clothing – I recorded this episode in my new favourite T-shirt, which says Bring Snacks. Joanie is a brilliant, size-inclusive brand, and their clothes are the perfect mix of comfort and style. Bryony xx SOME GREAT RESOURCES: • YoungMinds UK – Support for young people struggling with mental health: www.youngminds.org.uk • Mind (Mental Health Support) – Help for anxiety, addiction, and stress: www.mind.org.uk | Call 0300 123 3393 or text 86463 CREDITS: 🎙️ Presenter: Bryony Gordon 🎙️ Guests: Christie Watson & Rowan Egberongbe 🎧 Producer: Jonathan O’Sullivan 📢 Executive Producer: Mike Wooller A Daily Mail production. Seriously Popular. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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