{"version":1,"type":"rich","provider_name":"Libsyn","provider_url":"https:\/\/www.libsyn.com","height":90,"width":600,"title":"George Drobinski - Effective Coping With Stress and Anxiety","description":"Stress is a part of life\u2014but suffering doesn\u2019t have to be. In this episode, we sit down with licensed mental health counselor, George Drobinski, to explore practical, real-world tools for managing stress and anxiety. With over 20 years of experience working with individuals, couples, and families, George shares powerful insights into how our thoughts shape our emotions and our lives. From the impact of technology and social media to the root causes of anxiety, this conversation is filled with actionable strategies you can start using today. Whether you\u2019re feeling overwhelmed, stuck in negative thought patterns, or simply looking to build more resilience, this episode will give you a roadmap to help you better cope with stress and create a healthier, more balanced life. \ud83d\udd11 What You\u2019ll Learn   Why stress is unavoidable\u2014but suffering is optional   How your thoughts directly influence your mood and behavior   The biggest hidden contributors to anxiety today (including technology)   Practical tools to calm anxiety in the moment   How to break negative thought patterns using cognitive behavioral techniques   Simple daily habits that can improve your mental health immediately   &amp;nbsp;  &amp;nbsp; \ud83d\udee0\ufe0f Resources Mentioned   Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT): Reframing unhelpful thought patterns   4-3-2-1 Grounding Technique:    4 things you see   3 things you hear   2 things you feel   1 thing to refocus on    Progressive Muscle Relaxation: Releasing tension through breath and body awareness   Time Management Awareness: Understanding where your time is actually going   Leadership Collier Programs: https:\/\/www.leadershipcollier.org\/lcf-programs   &amp;nbsp;  &amp;nbsp; \ud83d\udc64 About the Guest George Drobinski, MS, LMHC, PA, is a licensed mental health counselor in private practice specializing in cognitive behavioral therapy for individuals, couples, and families. With a career spanning over two decades, George has worked extensively in both clinical and community settings, including leadership roles with Catholic Charities and Hope for Haiti. He is deeply passionate about helping people understand themselves, overcome challenges, and live more fulfilling lives. &amp;nbsp;  &amp;nbsp; &amp;nbsp; ","author_name":"The SpelLIFE Podcast","author_url":"https:\/\/www.aeuphoriclivingfoundation.org\/podcast","html":"<iframe title=\"Libsyn Player\" style=\"border: none\" src=\"\/\/html5-player.libsyn.com\/embed\/episode\/id\/40897035\/height\/90\/theme\/custom\/thumbnail\/yes\/direction\/forward\/render-playlist\/no\/custom-color\/88AA3C\/\" height=\"90\" width=\"600\" scrolling=\"no\"  allowfullscreen webkitallowfullscreen mozallowfullscreen oallowfullscreen msallowfullscreen><\/iframe>","thumbnail_url":"https:\/\/assets.libsyn.com\/secure\/item\/40897035"}