# depression anxiety (audio feeds) — RSS Amplifier Recent posts from the 1 feeds in the RSS Amplifier directory that cover depression anxiety. Page: Feed: --- ## [109: To Take Medication or Not To Take Medication?](https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/defeatppd/episodes/109-To-Take-Medication-or-Not-To-Take-Medication-e38nadn) _2025-09-25 · Arielle Wozniak · Defeat Postpartum Depression | Postpartum Anxiety, Postpartum Psychosis, Postpartum OCD_ The decision to take meds or not to take meds is one that can cause a ton of turmoil for many of us. In this episode, I talk through the decision making process by sharing my own story and how I came to the decision of taking medication, my thoughts about medication, my hesitations, and my experience with medication. I initially thought meds would be the magic pill to solve all my problems…spoiler… [Listen](https://anchor.fm/s/a5b7318/podcast/play/108816247/https%3A%2F%2Fd3ctxlq1ktw2nl.cloudfront.net%2Fstaging%2F2025-8-25%2F408148129-44100-2-8059ce49b0db.m4a) ## [108: Trials That Bring Us to Our Knees (and Why That’s a Good Thing)](https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/defeatppd/episodes/108-Trials-That-Bring-Us-to-Our-Knees-and-Why-Thats-a-Good-Thing-e372n73) _2025-08-20 · Arielle Wozniak · Defeat Postpartum Depression | Postpartum Anxiety, Postpartum Psychosis, Postpartum OCD_ In today’s episode, I share the surprising lesson I learned from a story in Scripture about a leader whose life was extended by God, but whose comfort led to pride and downfall. You’ll see why trials can actually be the very thing that brings us closer to the Lord, and how falling to your knees in hard seasons might be the greatest gift you’ll ever receive. Feeling stuck and not sure what to do… [Listen](https://anchor.fm/s/a5b7318/podcast/play/107092643/https%3A%2F%2Fd3ctxlq1ktw2nl.cloudfront.net%2Fstaging%2F2025-7-20%2F405954333-44100-2-20e39fac41fc4.m4a) ## [107: When Anxiety and Depression Keep You From Truly Living](https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/defeatppd/episodes/107-When-Anxiety-and-Depression-Keep-You-From-Truly-Living-e357pk8) _2025-07-07 · Arielle Wozniak · Defeat Postpartum Depression | Postpartum Anxiety, Postpartum Psychosis, Postpartum OCD_ In today's episode, I discuss the simple shift that allowed me to stop anxiety and depression from ruling my life! Starting today you too can live a life that isn't dictated by how you feel. Feeling stuck and not sure what to do next, schedule a free 1:1 coaching call to help you move forward: ariellewozniak.com/breakthrough As always, feel free to text me if you ever want to connect: 404-692-3754… [Listen](https://anchor.fm/s/a5b7318/podcast/play/105161800/https%3A%2F%2Fd3ctxlq1ktw2nl.cloudfront.net%2Fstaging%2F2025-6-7%2F403475796-44100-2-7e66b0ac5cf0d.m4a) ## [106: The Top Three Barriers To Overcoming Postpartum Depression](https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/defeatppd/episodes/106-The-Top-Three-Barriers-To-Overcoming-Postpartum-Depression-e34pi10) _2025-06-26 · Arielle Wozniak · Defeat Postpartum Depression | Postpartum Anxiety, Postpartum Psychosis, Postpartum OCD_ Today's episode is about the top three barriers myself and my clients have experienced in our journeys to overcome postpartum depression, anxiety, and OCD. These three things can keep you stuck and confused about how to move forward, but it doesn't have to be that way. In this episode, I'll share tips to overcome each of the three barriers and finally start moving forward! Feeling stuck and not… [Listen](https://anchor.fm/s/a5b7318/podcast/play/104695264/https%3A%2F%2Fd3ctxlq1ktw2nl.cloudfront.net%2Fstaging%2F2025-5-26%2F402881635-44100-2-4a070f365d68c.m4a) ## [105: Is Something Keeping You From Healing?](https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/defeatppd/episodes/105-Is-Something-Keeping-You-From-Healing-e34nh7g) _2025-06-25 · Arielle Wozniak · Defeat Postpartum Depression | Postpartum Anxiety, Postpartum Psychosis, Postpartum OCD_ If you're a "type A" person who likes to be in control, chances are postpartum depression has been extremely tough because it's a situation you simply cannot control. Let's talk about in today's episode - perhaps there's an action step you need to take today to start healing! Feeling stuck and not sure what to do next, schedule a free 1:1 coaching call to help you move forward:… [Listen](https://anchor.fm/s/a5b7318/podcast/play/104628912/https%3A%2F%2Fd3ctxlq1ktw2nl.cloudfront.net%2Fstaging%2F2025-5-25%2F402795529-44100-2-e2b3df69a1ff9.m4a) ## [104: When Postpartum Depression Is Lasting Longer Than It Should](https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/defeatppd/episodes/104-When-Postpartum-Depression-Is-Lasting-Longer-Than-It-Should-e34nejr) _2025-06-25 · Arielle Wozniak · Defeat Postpartum Depression | Postpartum Anxiety, Postpartum Psychosis, Postpartum OCD_ Friend, if you're anything like me, you want this experience to have ended yesterday. You don't want to sit in this any longer. But, what if there's something more to learn or perhaps something more happening through this experience. In today's episode, I walk you through a familiar biblical story and apply it to the battle with postpartum depression. Feeling stuck and need help moving forward?… [Listen](https://anchor.fm/s/a5b7318/podcast/play/104626235/https%3A%2F%2Fd3ctxlq1ktw2nl.cloudfront.net%2Fstaging%2F2025-5-25%2F402792186-44100-2-bb498ff5d4faa.m4a) ## [103: When You Feel Disconnected from Yourself and Reality: What's Really Happening in Postpartum](https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/defeatppd/episodes/103-When-You-Feel-Disconnected-from-Yourself-and-Reality-Whats-Really-Happening-in-Postpartum-e32uouk) _2025-05-16 · Arielle Wozniak · Defeat Postpartum Depression | Postpartum Anxiety, Postpartum Psychosis, Postpartum OCD_ Have you ever felt like you were floating outside your body... or like the world around you wasn’t real? Those strange, scary sensations are known as depersonalization and derealization, and they’re more common in postpartum anxiety and OCD than you might think. In today’s episode, I’m walking you through what these symptoms are, why they happen, and what to do when they hit you hard. The answer… [Listen](https://anchor.fm/s/a5b7318/podcast/play/102769044/https%3A%2F%2Fd3ctxlq1ktw2nl.cloudfront.net%2Fstaging%2F2025-4-16%2F400425632-44100-2-d0ba9f86f5f4b.m4a) ## [102: Postpartum Psychosis and Depression: Why Intrusive Thoughts Don’t Mean You’re Crazy](https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/defeatppd/episodes/102-Postpartum-Psychosis-and-Depression-Why-Intrusive-Thoughts-Dont-Mean-Youre-Crazy-e3244ln) _2025-04-28 · Arielle Wozniak · Defeat Postpartum Depression | Postpartum Anxiety, Postpartum Psychosis, Postpartum OCD_ If you’ve ever had a scary thought pop into your mind after, you’re not alone ... and it doesn’t mean you’re losing your mind. In today’s episode, we’re diving deep into postpartum psychosis fears and the very real struggle of intrusive thoughts after birth. I’m breaking down the difference between postpartum psychosis (which is rare and involves hallucinations and delusions) and the unwanted,… [Listen](https://anchor.fm/s/a5b7318/podcast/play/101896311/https%3A%2F%2Fd3ctxlq1ktw2nl.cloudfront.net%2Fstaging%2F2025-3-28%2F399231137-44100-2-9c9edae6f6c76.m4a) ## [101: Postpartum Depression Medication: What I Wish Someone Told Me](https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/defeatppd/episodes/101-Postpartum-Depression-Medication-What-I-Wish-Someone-Told-Me-e31m918) _2025-04-18 · Arielle Wozniak · Defeat Postpartum Depression | Postpartum Anxiety, Postpartum Psychosis, Postpartum OCD_ Have you ever thought to yourself, “Am I really so bad off that I need medication? What if I start and it makes me worse? What if I become dependent or feel numb — or what if it means I don’t trust God enough?” If you've wrestled with those thoughts, you’re not the only one. In this episode, I walk you through my personal journey with postpartum depression medication — the fears, the guilt, and… [Listen](https://anchor.fm/s/a5b7318/podcast/play/101442024/https%3A%2F%2Fd3ctxlq1ktw2nl.cloudfront.net%2Fstaging%2F2025-3-18%2F398592204-44100-2-f296a4c0c5774.m4a) ## [Ship software peacefully (Sponsored)](https://crawlproof.com/a/hn8gbgAijmge) _2025-04-18 · **Sponsored**_ Deploy apps from your repo with auto-config, instant previews, scaling, and monitoring. ## [100. Motherhood Isn’t What I Thought It Would Be—When Life Looks Different Than You Planned](https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/defeatppd/episodes/100--Motherhood-Isnt-What-I-Thought-It-Would-BeWhen-Life-Looks-Different-Than-You-Planned-e304p4u) _2025-03-14 · Arielle Wozniak · Defeat Postpartum Depression | Postpartum Anxiety, Postpartum Psychosis, Postpartum OCD_ Have you ever looked at your life and thought, "This isn’t how I planned it"? You’re not alone. In this episode, I walk you through my own journey of learning to embrace the season I’m in—even when it looks nothing like I expected. Maybe you thought motherhood would be joyful, but instead, you're facing postpartum depression or anxiety. Maybe you feel like this season is punishment, but what if… [Listen](https://anchor.fm/s/a5b7318/podcast/play/99820126/https%3A%2F%2Fd3ctxlq1ktw2nl.cloudfront.net%2Fstaging%2F2025-2-13%2Fb2e45307-61f9-8307-4a46-08289e23ac30.mp3)