In this episode of The Curious Club, host Aidan Belizaire talks with Sheila Hammond. They explore Sheila's lifelong journey with anxiety and depression, her ‘dichotomy personality’ as both a motorcycle-riding badass and an anxious introvert, and the practical techniques that have helped her thrive.

The conversation covers grounding techniques, EMDR therapy, recognising physical anxiety triggers, the power of self-acceptance, and the transformative question that helps challenge and even stop anxious thoughts. Together they explore how embracing your version of ‘normal’ can lead to a fulfilling life despite mental health challenges.

Find Sheila here:

https://youtube.com/@laughlinesandlifelessons

https://sheilahammond.com

Chapters

00:00 Introduction

03:42 Living with Anxiety and Depression

09:14 Grounding Techniques

21:40 Understanding Introversion

27:52 The Simple Question That Stops Anxiety Attacks

29:20 Physical Triggers

32:14 EMDR Therapy

40:19 Self-Talk and Compassion