Description
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.
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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/calminganxiety/zoom-hypnotherapyJoin our Community: Share your journey in the Calming Anxiety Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/CalmingAnxiety/
Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/calming-anxiety-guided-meditation-sleep-hypnosis-panic-attack-relief--4110266/support.
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.
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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/calminganxiety/zoom-hypnotherapyJoin our Community: Share your journey in the Calming Anxiety Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/CalmingAnxiety/
Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/calming-anxiety-guided-meditation-sleep-hypnosis-panic-attack-relief--4110266/support.
Episodes
- 2026 / 5 / 13Breathing Through the Beautiful OrdinaryRight now, in this exact moment, there is something beautiful within reach. It isn't in the future, and it isn't waiting for your anxiety to settle. Today, we learn to breathe our way into the present to find...
- 2026 / 5 / 12Right now, nothing is chasing me. A Guided Nervous System De EscalationDo you feel a tightening in your chest or racing thoughts about a future that hasn't happened yet? In this episode, we spend 10 minutes retraining your nervous system to understand one simple, fundamental...
- 2026 / 5 / 11How to Be Kind to Yourself When It Feels ImpossibleToday's session is about the power of simple, quiet kindness toward yourself. As we practice letting go of self-criticism, I have an exciting update on how we can grow this communityâs sanctuary...
- 2026 / 5 / 10Panic Relief & Protection The Ultimate 10-Min CalmIn the final part of our mini-series, we move beyond managing anxiety to true anxiety breaking. Learn how to become a "lighthouse" amidst the chaos of daily life, emails, and news. Using the latest in nervous...
- 2026 / 5 / 9Circle of KindnessThe Circle of KindnessA Special Episode of Calming Anxiety with Martin HewlettIn This EpisodeSomething unexpected happened this week. A dear friend of 40 years went behind Martin's back and did something...
- 2026 / 5 / 910 Min Meditation for Social Anxiety Reclaim Your Peace TodayReclaiming Peace from Social AnxietyStop the spiral and move from socially anxious to socially confident. In this 10-minute deep dive, Martinâclinical hypnotherapist and former paramedicâguides you through a...
- 2026 / 5 / 8Stop the Mental Loop | 10-Minute Guided Breathing MeditationAre you stuck in a mental loop? If your mind is playing the same worries on repeat, it can feel like a physical emergency. Today, we aren't just trying to "think" our way out of itâwe are using science-backed...
- 2026 / 5 / 7I Need to Calm Down â 10 Minute MeditationAre you spiraling right now? If your mind is racing and your heart is pounding, this 10-minute session is your emergency exit from overwhelm.In this episode of Calming Anxiety, your guide Martinâa Clinical...
- 2026 / 5 / 6Calm Your Nervous System Fast Vagus Nerve Reset for Anxiety & Fight or FlightFeeling stuck in survival mode? In this episode, former paramedic and clinical hypnotherapist Martin (Anxiety Breaker) shares how to calm your nervous system fast using science-backed vagus nerve resets and...
- 2026 / 5 / 5Stop Overthinking and Anxiety Learn to Calm Your Mind in 10 MinutesDo you feel trapped in a loop of racing thoughts? If your mind wonât stop and you feel like youâre losing control, this episode is your emergency reset button. In this 10-minute guided session, Martinâa...
- 2026 / 5 / 4Can't Stop Thinking About Work at Night 10-Minute Wind Down for Better SleepCan't Stop Thinking About Work at Night? 10-Minute Wind Down for Better SleepAs the sun dips lower over the North Devon hills, the dayâs work is doneâbut often, our minds don't know how to clock off. We carry...
- 2026 / 5 / 3Letting Go of the Past â A Meditation on Time, Wisdom and PeaceCalming Anxiety: Setting Down the Past In this episode, Martin explores the concept of time as a river, teaching us how to observe our past without being swept away by it. Whether you are carrying old...
- 2026 / 5 / 2Morning Anxiety Relief Science-Backed Breathing for a Fresh StartDoes your morning ever feel heavy, like a lingering frost that wonât quite melt? In this session, Martinâclinical hypnotherapist and former paramedicâguides you through a "biological fresh start." Using the...
- 2026 / 5 / 1Calm Your Anxiety | Gratitude Meditation & Affirmations for Inner Peace | Nervous System ResetIn this special birthday edition, Martin HewlettâClinical Hypnotherapist and former Paramedicâreflects on the "Mental First Aid" stories that have made Calming Anxiety the #1 trending indie podcast for...
- 2026 / 4 / 30How to Be Kind to Yourself | Guided Meditation for AnxietyIn this episode of Calming Anxiety, we explore the essential practice of how to be kind to yourself through a transformative guided meditation for anxiety. If you have been struggling with a harsh inner...
- 2026 / 4 / 29Sleep Better Now | Anxiety Release & Deep Mind RelaxationIf you are struggling to sleep better now or finding that racing thoughts are keeping you awake, this session offers you the clinical permission to let go. Using deep mind relaxation and anxiety release...
- 2026 / 4 / 28Emergency Anxiety Reset | Panic Attack Relief & Grounding - 10 Minute MeditationThis episode of Calming Anxiety is strategically designed to provide emergency anxiety reset tools and panic attack relief for those in immediate distress. Using somatic grounding and clinical techniques,...
- 2026 / 4 / 27Anxiety Relief: Appreciating Lifeâs Small Miracles | Guided Meditation & BreathworkAre you searching for anxiety relief that actually works? In this episode of Calming Anxiety, former Paramedic and Clinical Hypnotherapist Martin Hewlett helps you navigate the noise and find your center...
- 2026 / 4 / 26Feeling Lonely â 10-Minute Guided Meditation to Feel Less AloneDo you find yourself sitting alone, wondering, "Why do I feel so alone?" You aren't failing at life; you are experiencing a biological signal for connection. This 10-minute guided meditation for loneliness is...
- 2026 / 4 / 25Can't Sleep Anxiety 10-Minute Guided Meditation for Racing ThoughtsStaring at the dark and can't sleep because of anxiety? Put the phone down and just listen. You aren't failing at sleepâyour mind is simply stuck in a loop. This 10-minute guided meditation for racing...
- 2026 / 4 / 24The 10-Minute Dopamine Reset NSDR for Instant Mental ClarityAre you feeling unmotivated, foggy, or stuck in a digital overstimulation loop? This 10-minute NSDR (Non-Sleep Deep Rest) session is a clinical-grade dopamine reset designed to flush out cortisol and master...
- 2026 / 4 / 23The Uncertain Moment A Meditation for Finding Your GroundIn this deeply personal session, Martin explores how to maintain "unshakable peace" when life puts us in the waiting roomâwhether for medical news, big appointments, or personal change. Drawing from his own...
- 2026 / 4 / 22How to Feel Better When You Feel Nothing A Gentle Reset for Low MoodHave you woken up feeling "flat," distant, or perhaps just... nothing? If you are experiencing emotional numbness, it doesnât mean you are broken; it often means your mind has gone quiet to protect itself...
- 2026 / 4 / 21Let It Go | Your 10-Minute Midday Reset - Guided Meditation,The middle of the day is often when "striving and managing" turns into physical and mental fatigue. Today, we invite you to hit the pause button. This 10-minute midday reset is a clean slate for your mind and...
- 2026 / 4 / 20Loving Yourself Back â A Self-Love Guided MeditationIn a world that often teaches us to measure and compare ourselves against impossible standards, it is easy to forget our inherent worth. In this episode, we step away from the to-do lists and the...
- 2026 / 4 / 19A Walk Through the Trees â Calm for the Soul â Health Anxietyđż A Walk Through the Trees â Calm for the Soul â Health Anxiety If health anxiety has been loud today â the checking, the scanning, the low-level vigilance that never quite switches off â this episode is for...
- 2026 / 4 / 18Why Do I Feel Sick When I am Anxious? | A Guide to the Anxious Gut - 10 Minutes Guided MeditationIf you have been searching for why do I feel sick when Iâm anxious, you are in the right place. That cold, sinking feeling and the anxiety-induced nausea in your stomach are not signs of illness; they are...
- 2026 / 4 / 17I Think I'm Having a Panic Attack | Guided Breathing , 10 Minute Meditationf your heart is racing, your chest feels tight, or you feel like youâre losing controlâstop. You are safe. This episode is your "emergency stop" button, designed and led by a former paramedic with 25 years of...
- 2026 / 4 / 16Grounded in the Chaos 5 Minutes of Calmđż The Healing Power of Trees: A Woodland Walk for Your Nervous SystemWatch the full experience here: https://www.youtube.com/@exhalewithmartinMy First Mindful Walk -...
- 2026 / 4 / 16RIGHT NOW BREATHE Guided Meditation for Panic Attack ReliefRight Now. Breathe. | Panic Attack Relief | Guided Meditation & Clinical Hypnotherapy ââââââââââââââââââââââââââââââ đ§ ABOUT THIS EPISODE If you are having a panic attack right now â this episode is for...
- 2026 / 4 / 15My Mind Wonât Stop 10 Minute Inner Sanctuary MeditationIs your mind a crowded room of "what-ifs" and endless noise? If you are struggling with racing thoughts, overthinking, or the weight of the world, it is time to build your Inner Sanctuary. Join Martinâa...
- 2026 / 4 / 14Iâm Not Good Enough â 10 Minute Self-Love Meditation to Calm AnxietyAre you tired of the hustle culture telling you that your value is tied to your productivity? If you are struggling with imposter syndrome, burnout, or that nagging inner critic saying "Iâm not good enough,"...
- 2026 / 4 / 13Stop Absorbing Their Stress : A 10-Minute Reset for Relationship & Workplace PeaceStop Absorbing Their Stress: 10-Min Relationship ResetFeeling drained by a managerâs email or a partnerâs heavy silence? This 10-minute guided meditation helps you reclaim your emotional sovereignty and...
- 2026 / 4 / 12Chest Tightness Anxiety Relief â Guided Meditation for Health Anxietyâ ď¸ Important Note Before You ListenIf your chest tightness is new, sudden, or severe â especially if it is spreading to your arm, jaw, or back â please stop and call for emergency help or see a doctor...
- 2026 / 4 / 1110 Min Nervous System Reset Full Body Scan Meditation10 Min Nervous System Reset | Full Body Scan MeditationIf youâve been running on adrenaline all week, itâs time for a tactical override. In this episode of Calming Anxiety, we move beyond simple relaxation to...
- 2026 / 4 / 10I Can't Catch My Breath â A 10 Minute Reset for When Anxiety PeaksIf you're searching for panic attack help, wondering what to do in a panic attack, or you've typed "I'm having a panic attack" into your phone â you're in exactly the right place. This episode was made for...
- 2026 / 4 / 910 Minute Anxiety Reset A Guided Meditation for Calm and Panic ReliefFeeling overwhelmed? This 10 minute anxiety reset is designed to provide immediate panic relief and help you regain control through evidence-based nervous system regulation. Whether you are experiencing a...
- 2026 / 4 / 8NSDR for Anxiety How to Control Panic and Calm Your Nervous System FastStop a panic attack in its tracks with this clinical session designed to transition you from alarm to ease. Clinical hypnotherapist and former paramedic Martin guides you through a somatic nervous system...
- 2026 / 4 / 7Morning Affirmations for Anxiety Relief : 10 Minute Guided Meditation for Fear, Self Doubt, and Calm ConfidenceStop the morning flutter of anxiety and silence the heavy shadow of self-doubt with this 10-minute guided practice. In todayâs session, clinical hypnotherapist Martin from Calming Anxiety leads you through a...
- 2026 / 4 / 6Anxiety Help â The Best Breathing Technique for Chest TightnessAre you looking for anxiety help because you're struggling with chest tightness, a racing heart, or the feeling that you can't take a deep breath? This physical sensation of anxiety in the chest can be...
- 2026 / 4 / 510 Minute Nervous System Reset - Break the Functional FreezeEver feel like you have a thousand things to do but your body simply refuses to move? This isn't lazinessâit's a survival response known as functional freeze. In this 10-minute session, clinical...
- 2026 / 4 / 4Calming Health Anxiety â A Guided Meditation for Peace of MindIf the persistent worry, the checking, the Googling, the convincing yourself something is seriously wrong sounds familiar â this episode is for you. Health anxiety is exhausting, not because you are weak, but...
- 2026 / 4 / 2NSDR for Deep Sleep The Evening Wind Down for Nervous System Recovery (Part 3 of 3)The day is done, and that chapter is now closed. Whether your day went to plan or felt like an uphill struggle, your only job right now is to rest. Join Martin, clinical hypnotherapist and former paramedic,...
- 2026 / 4 / 2Midday Decision Fatigue The Vagus Nerve Reset for Burnout Prevention (Part 2 of 3)Is it only 1:00 PM and your brain already feels like a browser with thirty-seven tabs open? You aren't lazy; you are experiencing decision fatigueâa physical state of nervous system exhaustion.In Part 2 of...
- 2026 / 4 / 1Morning Anxiety Relief The Nervous System Reset for Anticipatory Stress (Part 1 of 3)Do you wake up with an immediate weight in your chest or a sense of dread before your feet even hit the floor?. You are experiencing anticipatory anxietyâyour mindâs attempt to live in a future that hasn't...
- 2026 / 3 / 31How to Stop a Panic Attack Prevention & Calm Before the StormHow to Stop a Panic Attack | Prevention & Calm Before the StormYou know that feeling. Something shifts. Your heart taps a little louder. Your breathing shortens. A thought arrives â what if this is it?...
- 2026 / 3 / 30SYMPTOM SURFING HEALTH ANXIETY RELIEFHealth Anxiety Relief: Symptom Surfing â Ride the Wave, Not the Worry | 10-Minute Guided Meditation Do you find yourself scanning your body for signs something is wrong? Googling symptoms at 2am? Caught in...
- 2026 / 3 / 29After the Panic Attack Guided Recovery for When The Storm Has PassedAfter the Panic Attack | Guided Recovery for When The Storm Has Passed After a panic attack, your body needs guided recovery â not more fear. This 13-minute panic attack recovery meditation helps you heal...
- 2026 / 3 / 28Health Anxiety ReliefâStop the Panic When You Feel UnwellAre you currently scanning your body for symptoms or asking yourself, "Am I okay?". If you are experiencing health anxietyâthat overwhelming fear that something is physically wrongâthis session is designed to...
- 2026 / 3 / 27The 10-Minute Nervous System Reset NSDR for Subconscious CalmStop a panic attack fast and regulate your nervous system in just 10 minutes. This science-backed NSDR protocol (Non-Sleep Deep Rest) is a natural remedy for social anxiety, workplace stress, and the Sunday...