I’m back, after a long hiatus. In today’s podcast, I start out feeling overwhelmed, then launch into anxiety around world events, evaluate the confusion around addiction terminology, and share my thoughts on introspection and an idle mind. Hope you’ll join me. CHAPTERS 0:00:00 beautiful afternoon on the patio 0:01:06 rumors of my demise are exaggerated 0:02:49 community, coaching, courses, & content @ Uneven Life 0:10:10 i’m overwhelmed, but good 0:11:37 work, mindset, & perspective 0:14:30 business, balance & our brains 0:19:54 missed talking with you 0:21:02 processing politics & recent world events 0:28:15 back-up and find a commonality 0:32:57 doing the podcast circuit 0:35:51 addiction vs. dependence vs. withdrawal vs. BIND ??? 0:40:17 walking inside / checking on murphy 0:43:09 introspection & an idle mind 0:49:53 it won’t always be like this 0:58:28 our members, benzo brain, and trying to wrap it up 1:05:30 wrapping things up (attempt #2) 1:08:14 wrapping things up (for real this time) REFERENCES ASAM Benzo Guidelines Discussion on Dr. Josef’s Channel — https://www.unevenlife.com/post/new-video-on-the-asam-benzo-guideline-with-dr-josef-d-e-foster-john-staight — D E Foster was a guest on Dr. Josef’s podcast talking about the recent ASAM Benzo Guidelines Uneven Life — https://unevenLife.com — Support for anxiety and anxiety medication. RECODING INFO — RECORDED: Friday, September 26, 2025 — LOCATION: Colorado PODCAST SITELINKS — UNEVEN WEBSITE: https://unevenLife.com — YOUTUBE: https://youtube.com/@theUnevenLife — X (TWITTER): https://twitter.com/@theUnevenLife 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://unevenLife.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.unevenLife.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 Uneven (https://unevenLife.com) and is a production of Denim Mountain Press (https://denimmountainpress.com).

Been pissed off lately? Stressed Out? Tired? Using my podcast as therapy, I explore my own anger and overwhelm, and the progress I’ve made during my healing journey. It’s a summer Sunday afternoon and Murphy is by my side. Join us. CHAPTERS 0:00:00 i got pissed off 0:01:23 intro 0:02:01 overwhelmed, tired, and irritated 0:03:42 my podcast is my therapist 0:04:59 back to being overwhelmed 0:06:15 small audience / catching up 0:07:51 back to getting pissed off 0:08:20 the art of letting go 0:10:05 ruminating on the anger 0:10:52 allowing it to pass 0:12:05 pema chodron / the angry people 0:16:15 avoidance vs. processing 0:19:14 ai & imperfections 0:23:30 that anxiety off switch 0:24:16 a bit more on ai (sorry) 0:26:11 we’re not perfect @ uneven 0:31:57 tying it all into overwhelm 0:34:26 count your blessings 0:35:49 balancing priorities 0:38:55 we all have crazy days 0:41:02 in search of an awesome closing 0:42:25 step back and watch the circus 0:46:43 signing off REFERENCES ”Don’t Bit the Hook” by Pema Chodron — https://a.co/d/8TkerHk — Finding Freedom from Anger, Resentment, and Other Destructive Emotions ARTICLE: Mental Health in the Age of AI — https://www.easinganxiety.com/post/mental-health-in-the-age-of-ai RECODING INFO — RECORDED: Sunday, July 27, 2025 — LOCATION: Colorado PODCAST SITELINKS — UNEVEN WEBSITE: https://theUnevenLife.com — YOUTUBE: https://youtube.com/@theUnevenLife — X (TWITTER): https://twitter.com/@theUnevenLife 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 Uneven (https://theUnevenLife.com) and is a production of Denim Mountain Press (https://denimmountainpress.com).

In this guided meditation, we choose self-compassion as we learn to set boundaries, redirect our energies, and cultivate inner peace. This Mindful Morning Meditation was recorded live during a group session in the Uneven Community (https://uneven.life). CHAPTERS 0:00:00 mindful mornings intro 0:00:40 welcome 0:02:54 deep breathing & relaxation 0:13:30 releasing emotions 0:16:51 pause & breathe 0:19:32 choosing self-compassion 0:20:23 setting boundaries 0:21:15 redirecting energy 0:22:49 cultivating inner peace 0:25:24 returning to the world RECODING INFO — RECORDED: Thursday, May 29, 2025 — LOCATION: Colorado PODCAST SITELINKS — UNEVEN WEBSITE: https://theUnevenLife.com — YOUTUBE: https://youtube.com/@theUnevenLife — X (TWITTER): https://twitter.com/@theUnevenLife 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 Uneven (https://theUnevenLife.com) and is a production of Denim Mountain Press (https://denimmountainpress.com).

It’s 100 degrees, and I’m recording a podcast outside. In today’s episode, I explore modern stress and anxiety, discussing three key elements for healthy stress management. I hope you’ll join me. CHAPTERS 0:00:00 it’s hot here in colorado 0:01:49 talk about stress and anxiety 0:03:03 take time for ourselves 0:04:37 helping the whole person 0:08:25 check us out online @ uneven (uneven.life) 0:10:32 it’s a stressful time 0:14:19 ai and anxiety (a deal with the devil?) 0:16:10 why are we more anxious now? 0:19:39 dealing with anxiety & overwhelm 0:20:32 1) take care of your health 0:23:31 2) slow down & prioritize 0:27:55 3) be kind to yourself 0:36:23 guided meditation tech issues 0:41:06 summarizing the 3 tips 0:42:08 wrapping things up RECODING INFO — RECORDED: Saturday, June 21, 2025 — LOCATION: Colorado PODCAST SITELINKS — UNEVEN WEBSITE: https://theUnevenLife.com — YOUTUBE: https://youtube.com/@theUnevenLife — X (TWITTER): https://twitter.com/@theUnevenLife 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 Uneven (https://theUnevenLife.com) and is a production of Denim Mountain Press (https://denimmountainpress.com).

A guided meditation for releasing anxiety incorporating deep breathing, progressive relaxation, and calming affirmations. This Mindful Morning Meditation was recorded live during a group session in the Uneven Community (https://uneven.life). CHAPTERS 0:00:00 mindful morning intro 0:00:40 welcome 0:01:45 deep breathing 0:03:55 progressive relaxation 0:06:57 releasing anxiety 0:16:23 anxiety affirmations 0:19:41 returning to the world RECODING INFO — RECORDED: Thursday, April 10, 2025 — LOCATION: Colorado PODCAST SITELINKS — UNEVEN WEBSITE: https://theUnevenLife.com — YOUTUBE: https://youtube.com/@theUnevenLife — X (TWITTER): https://twitter.com/@theUnevenLife 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 Uneven (https://theUnevenLife.com) and is a production of Denim Mountain Press (https://denimmountainpress.com).

A soothing guided meditation for deep relaxation and whole-body healing. Through progressive muscle relaxation, release tension and promote wellness in just 20 minutes. This Mindful Morning Meditation was recorded live during a group session in the Uneven Community (https://uneven.life). CHAPTERS 0:00:00 intro & welcome 0:01:38 deep breathing 0:04:22 progressive relaxation 0:09:03 whole-body healing 0:15:55 returning to the world REFERENCES The Uneven Life — https://uneven.life — Join us in our Uneven Community for meditations and so much more. RECODING INFO — RECORDED: Thursday, April 3, 2025 — LOCATION: Colorado PODCAST SITELINKS — UNEVEN WEBSITE: https://theUnevenLife.com — YOUTUBE: https://youtube.com/@theUnevenLife — X (TWITTER): https://twitter.com/@theUnevenLife 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 Uneven (https://theUnevenLife.com) and is a production of Denim Mountain Press (https://denimmountainpress.com).

Have you had an anxiety attack? Me too. In fact, I had one less than an hour ago. So, I thought I’d press record and see where it takes us. Today, we explore the signs and symptoms of anxiety attacks and share 10 tips for easing their effects. Join us. CHAPTERS 0:00:00 normal evening with my wife 0:01:04 beginnings of an anxiety attack 0:03:00 it is 10:03 pm 0:03:40 anxiety vs. panic attacks 0:04:59 it’s been a while 0:07:00 investigating the cause 0:09:59 i was just shutting down / symptoms 0:12:52 identifying it as an anxiety attack 0:14:01 many of you know this well 0:16:28 let it play out / acceptance 0:17:55 time to try and sleep 0:19:11 i did get to sleep 0:20:18 ten strategies for dealing with anxiety attacks 0:21:04 1) breathing exercises 0:21:51 2) progressive muscle relaxation 0:22:25 3) visualization 0:23:06 4) bath 0:24:31 5) grounding techniques (5-4-3-2-1) 0:25:11 6) music / sounds 0:25:45 7) walking 0:27:01 8) talk with someone 0:27:59 9) avoid sugar & caffeine 0:28:25 10) distraction 0:29:29 acknowledge it / process it / let it pass 0:33:02 interruptions & irritations 0:37:50 you can process your anxiety attacks 0:38:37 we can manage this 0:40:02 in closing REFERENCES Calm: ”How to calm an anxiety attack: 10 fast ways to ground yourself” — https://www.calm.com/blog/how-to-calm-anxiety-attack The Uneven Community — https://uneven.life — Struggling with life, anxiety, medication? Join us, we can help. RECODING INFO — RECORDED: Thursday, May 15, 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).

Should you be more confident? More vulnerable? Are you left behind by modern life? Or, do you turn to your pets for support? In part 2 of another sleepless night, D explores his own limitations as he contemplates these topics and others. Hope you’ll join us. CHAPTERS 0:00:00 it’s been only a minute 0:01:41 i feel better talking with you 0:03:57 shameless plug for uneven (uneven.life) 0:05:52 some of us talk, some of us listen 0:10:00 road trip / learning to let others’ lead 0:13:19 listening in our group sessions 0:14:01 talking, listening, & finding balance 0:19:16 it’s 3:41am and my brain is fried 0:25:25 projecting confidence vs. vulnerability 0:32:59 recording a podcast in bed 0:34:17 another brain cramp, memory, & recall 0:36:59 It’s just a wave / acceptance 0:41:08 in praise of slowness 0:43:51 is technology outpacing evolution? 0:45:49 the benefit of pets 0:50:57 a bit about dehydration 0:51:43 a bit of deep breathing 0:53:31 a few closing words about healing & hope REFERENCES BOOK: ”In Praise of Slowness” — https://a.co/d/0Y0qQ5Z — by Carl Honore The Uneven Community — https://uneven.life — Life / Anxiety / Medication VIDEO: ”Bergen to Oslo Train Ride” — https://youtu.be/L3jQnCxrdKg?si=u139cRen0xO4asmY — 8 Hour video of a train ride from Bergen to Oslo in Norway. VIDEO: ”Monte Carlo, Monaco Walking Tour” — https://youtu.be/gCy1x1ncd0E?si=K78tjniPY0wLULjQ — Slow walking tour of Monte Carlo RECODING INFO — RECORDED: Sunday, May 11, 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).

Indecision. Isolation. Introspection. On another sleepless night, D contemplates the recent uptick of indecision in the BIND community, he explores chronic isolation and loneliness, and he even takes a stab at a mini meditation. Hope you’ll join us. CHAPTERS 0:00:00 what it takes to record sleepless episodes 0:01:49 another sleepless night recording 0:03:59 the uneven community @ uneven.life 0:06:01 a sleepless night (insomnia / pain) 0:08:06 new member stories & expectations 0:10:26 learning from our members at uneven 0:11:12 the increase in indecisiveness 0:15:01 living with someone (built in control group) 0:17:18 indecisiveness & self-esteem 0:18:21 indecisiveness & relationships 0:19:40 when you can’t make decisions 0:25:05 about live guided meditations 0:30:40 loneliness & emotional release 0:34:48 a mini-guided meditation 0:42:26 we’re never truly alone 0:46:20 the two sides of confidence 0:49:26 always be humble & kind 0:50:55 helping others helps everyone 0:57:58 it’s 3:17, and I’m not sleepy 0:58:56 in closing… REFERENCES The Uneven Community — https://uneven.life — Free 7 day trial. Check us out. RECODING INFO — RECORDED: Sunday, May 11, 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).

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).

Alexis Ritvo MD, MPH is a board-certified psychiatrist at the University of Colorado School Medicine, co-founder of the Benzodiazepine Action Work Group, and lead author on the research study that introduced BIND. Join us for this illuminating conversation. * Part 1 of this discussion was released on our sister podcast, ”Benzo Free.” See our show notes for a link to that episode. CHAPTERS 0:00:00  introduction 0:03:08  Dr. Ritvo’s Bio 0:04:53  welcome back 0:04:59  complications of long covid 0:09:18  what are your thoughts on antidepressants? 0:13:57  prescribing ADs for benzo withdrawal 0:15:38  what about insomnia? 0:21:56  how to deal with morning cortisol rush 0:24:59  murphy says hi 0:25:43  are there any safe medications? 0:29:04  what do you recommend that aren’t meds? 0:31:44  what about supplements? 0:38:55  do other medications hinder benzo withdrawal? 0:42:20  what is antidepressant tolerance? 0:45:23  do we fully heal from benzos? 0:48:02  how do you know when to hold during taper? 0:49:33  healing and hope 0:52:27  what are your thoughts on taper coaching? 0:53:34  closing advice 0:54:59  thank you to our guest 0:55:23  thank you and closing notes ALEXIS RITVO, MD, MPH Alexis Ritvo MD, MPH is a board-certified addiction psychiatrist. She is the Program Director for the Addiction Psychiatry Fellowship at the University of Colorado (CU) School of Medicine where she is an Assistant Professor of Psychiatry. She earned her Medical Degree and a Master’s in Public Health in Health Policy from Emory University in 2012.  She completed her general psychiatry residency and addiction psychiatry fellowship at CU before joining faculty in 2017. Since then, she has been a supervising attending of general psychiatry residents in the CU Medicine Outpatient Psychiatry clinic where she directs a co-occurring disorder subspeciality clinic. Her growing interest in the safe prescribing and deprescribing of prescription benzodiazepines led her to co-found the Benzodiazepine Action Work Group with the Colorado Consortium for Prescription Drug Abuse in late 2020. RECODING INFO — RECORDED: Monday, January 13, 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).

What do we do about loneliness? About isolation? About the loss of the life we once knew, or the one that was yet to become? How do we find support and connection when we can’t see beyond tomorrow? Join me, and we’ll explore these questions together. CHAPTERS 0:00:00 welcome / studio changes 0:03:06 a little something different 0:05:00 free for all friday (on a thursday) 0:06:06 koosh balls and other distractions 0:07:29 loneliness & isolation 0:10:44 loneliness, my greatest fear 0:12:32 what do we do about loneliness? 0:15:20 difficulty making friends 0:16:05 the loneliness epidemic 0:17:02 complications from other medication 0:18:49 fluoroquinolones 0:21:20 loss & grief 0:22:14 the loss of someone 0:22:51 loss from medication / 5 stages of grief 0:27:23 finding purpose 0:29:01 finding connection 0:29:35 in-person connection / road trips 0:31:51 it’s not going to stop me 0:33:38 tech issues / wrap up RECODING INFO — RECORDED: Thursday, January 16, 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).

In today’s live recording of uneven, we explore support sites and the debate over censoring content, we examine cognitive distortions and the drive to argue for our limitations, and we share our concern for recent victims of disaster. Join us. CHAPTERS 0:00:00 welcome to unevenLive 0:01:28 news from uneven.life 0:03:24 california wildfires 0:04:28 ideas from the uneven community 0:05:31 growing our site and spaces 0:07:53 politics, divisiveness, and conversation 0:11:00 opinions about the opinion space 0:13:54 why we have spaces at uneven 0:16:23 learning from others 0:17:27 meeting people without pretense 0:18:41 back to opinion 0:20:11 sharing our struggles and symptoms 0:23:49 checking in on the chat room 0:24:56 looping thoughts 0:26:52 the looping ”yeah, but…” 0:27:42 arguing for our limitations 0:30:38 the disadvantaged olympics 0:32:26 a good time for self-reflection 0:35:38 the idea of unevenLive 0:36:52 wrapping things up REFERENCES the uneven community — https://uneven.life — A support community for those struggling with life, anxiety, or medication. RECODING INFO — RECORDED: Thursday, January 9, 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).

Sometimes our physical and psychological symptoms are simply signs of built up tension, built up emotion, built up grief. Releasing these emotions is cathartic, but not always easy. Sometimes we need to prime the pump. CHAPTERS 0:00:00 another sleepless night 0:01:24 building tension and emotion 0:02:14 forcing the issue 0:02:58 ”pay it forward” 0:04:20 the thing about emotional releases 0:05:35 i forgive you 0:07:42 my deep breathing sob 0:08:12 please let me be trapped in here for ever 0:10:01 processing grief 0:11:26 trapped in a broken body 0:11:57 finding support to ease the burden 0:13:29 imperfect 0:15:05 wrapping it up RECODING INFO — RECORDED: Sunday, January 5, 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).

Anger arises from a variety of sources. How do we process it? How do we live with it? And most of all, how do we let it go? In today’s episode, we explore this topic along with a glance at the past holiday and a gaze into the promising new year. Join us. CHAPTERS 0:00:00 welcome to uneven 0:00:49 gratitude: a new space at uneven 0:03:06 getting back to work 0:04:44 uneven, a good vibe 0:06:15 building uneven 0:10:26 technical glitch 0:11:16 welcome to 2025 0:12:01 holiday expectations 0:14:44 expectations and hope 0:16:30 overcoming anger 0:17:25 five stages of grief 0:19:16 our lives have changed, and we’re angry 0:21:56 finding answers all over the place 0:23:03 don’t bite the hook 0:24:17 the cow in the parking lot 0:29:54 how we perceive events in our lives 0:32:08 most doctors don’t want to harm you 0:34:06 finding a way to move forward 0:35:28 the five stages of grief path 0:37:23 acceptance / making the best of it 0:38:53 it’s like drinking poison… 0:41:23 wrapping things up REFERENCES Don’t Bite the Hook: Finding Freedom from Anger, Resentment, and Other Destructive Emotion — https://a.co/d/huGqXhk — Lecture by Pema Chodron On Death and Dying: What the Dying Have to Teach Doctors, Nurses, Clergy, & Their Own Families — https://a.co/d/8Tfadbb — Book by Elisabeth Kubler-Ross, M.D. The Cow in the Parking Lot: A Zen Approach to Overcoming Anger — https://a.co/d/cv33pQz — Book by Leonard Scheff and Susan Edmiston uneven — https://uneven.life — A community supporting those struggling with life, anxiety, medication. RECODING INFO — RECORDED: Tuesday, January 2, 2024 — 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).

So after our experience with anxiety and meds, can we enjoy life again? Can we trust our bodies? Our minds? Will the fear always be with us? In today’s episode, we explore this transition and take a look behind the scenes of support organizations. I hope you’ll join us. CHAPTERS 0:00:00 welcome & happy holidays 0:00:38 how was your holiday? 0:05:02 introduction to the koosh ball 0:07:58 the restless night episode 0:10:50 how do you accept and enjoy life again? 0:12:57 symptom memories 0:15:55 tip 1: we get better 0:17:15 tip 2: it’s our body healing 0:18:21 tip 3: decide how you want to live / CBT 0:20:35 symptoms fade, sometimes unnoticed 0:23:46 the people’s community 0:26:04 working with other organizations 0:27:07 exposure to other support groups 0:29:01 our approach to the support community 0:31:48 a community for the whole person 0:33:00 it takes all of us 0:35:12 finding a support group 0:38:33 a place of open expression 0:40:51 wrapping things up REFERENCES the uneven community — https://uneven.life — join us now. Free through the end of January 2025. RECODING INFO — RECORDED: Thursday, December 26, 2024 — 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).

So, you can’t sleep? Thoughts are endless, energy is relentless, and comfort has evaded you. What do you do when insomnia strikes? As for me, I record a podcast. Join me for one of our classic recordings on a restless night of rumination. CHAPTERS 0:00:00 i can’t sleep (12:54 am) 0:01:00 my two choices on a sleepless night 0:02:42 insomnia, akathisia, & nerve pain 0:05:42 the rumination rhumba 0:08:57 the little green light 0:10:16 where are you at? / finding sleep 0:12:00 the sleep window 0:13:52 the times we feel most alone 0:16:23 bob ross and happy accidents 0:19:40 fear, pain, and the unknown 0:21:44 a mindful approach 0:25:51 it’s all gonna be okay 0:27:22 what if this is a happy accident? 0:28:55 the akathisia is back (2:14 am) 0:31:17 videos, podcasts, and some sleep 0:33:06 thinking & theories 0:34:50 society’s serious shift 0:35:58 ”the martian,” a comedy? 0:38:20 the progression of james bond 0:39:26 the change in color 0:42:45 old sitcoms & a little bit of levity 0:46:29 a movie geek 0:47:46 the snipe hunt begins (3:09 am) 0:50:13 what did i eat? 0:52:17 what else did i do? 0:53:26 we’re all looking for answers 0:55:42 time to let murphy out (6:46 am) 0:56:21 sometimes we just don’t sleep well 0:57:33 time to record a different episode of the podcast 0:58:32 thank you REFERENCES the uneven community — https://uneven.life — Free access through January 31, 2025 RECODING INFO — RECORDED: Wednesday, December 18, 2024 — 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).

Do you see the world around you as friend or foe? Do you believe there is one path, or many? Do you welcome differing opinions, or is that thought overwhelming? Join D as he reviews a few guidelines from the uneven community as they might apply to life. CHAPTERS 0:00:00 welcome to uneven live 0:01:26 join us at uneven / free access another month 0:04:00 another sleepless night (insomnia) 0:07:13 happy holidays 0:07:57 jotting down ideas 0:09:11 how do you see the world? friend or foe 0:13:58 my approach (as a friend) 0:14:52 changing our perspective, our mindset 0:17:07 a look at our community guidelines 0:19:54 say hello to santa 0:21:57 back to the guidelines 0:22:51 a friendly space 0:25:47 everyone is different 0:28:50 compassionate responsibility 0:31:52 open & honest conversations 0:34:23 balance, moderation & common sense 0:36:08 respect personal privacy 0:37:43 no medical advice 0:38:41 comments - harm from doctors / big pharma 0:42:21 our soft opening / a community-driven site 0:42:47 wrapping things up 0:44:03 rising above our setbacks 0:45:02 closing comments RECODING INFO — RECORDED: Thursday, December 19, 2024 — 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).