Unveiling the Incessant Mental Chatter Within

August 28, 2023

The mental chatter can feel like it’s never ending, spurring on anxiety and inner rage. This frustration cycle however can be tamed, it can be released from within. Today, on this powerful episode of the anxiety guy we will be doing just that, revealing the truths behind the mental chatter and letting it go for good. Enjoy below.

Welcome back to another episode of the Anxiety Guy Podcast! If you’ve ever felt like there’s a relentless voice inside your head, constantly telling you what to fear, how to act, and what could go wrong, then you’re in the right place. I’m your host, Dennis Simsek and in today’s episode (above), we’re diving deep into that incessant voice that seems to have a grip on our lives.

Ever notice how this voice shapes our decisions, behaviors, and even how we communicate with others? Trust me, I’ve been there too. This anxiety guy podcast episode is all about understanding why this voice has so much power and how we can regain control.

Now, let’s talk about this incessant mental chatter – the very thing that feels like it’s steering the wheel of our lives.

You know what? This voice isn’t some random occurrence; it’s actually tied to the negative emotions that are stored within us.

But here’s the game-changer – we need to tackle those emotions head-on before we can even begin to address the mental side of things. It was a revelation for me when I realized that it’s the feelings we need to handle, not just the voice itself. Trust me, I spent years in a tug of war between my conscious and unconscious thoughts, and though I made some progress, it was only scratching the surface.

By now, you might be wondering, “What’s this surrender session thing (Letting go guided session on YouTube here)?” Well, it’s a powerful tool I’m going to introduce you to, so keep listening. Often, when that incessant voice starts acting up, we might try supplements or seeking help, which is great – we all need support. But relying solely on these external aids can be a tricky path.

Sometimes, our efforts to quiet the mental chatter might lead to other habits or addictions, which only strengthen the underlying negative emotions causing the voice in the first place.

I’ve put together some surrender sessions on the anxiety guy YouTube channel, specifically for general anxiety and even health anxiety. And I’ve kept the health anxiety session shorter, understanding how difficult it can be to divert our attention from our bodies.

Here’s the golden nugget: we need to transform into the witness of that voice. This isn’t about going to war with it; it’s about watching it from a distance. It’s about saying, “Hey, I see you, but I’m not letting you control me anymore.” Trust me, this takes practice, and don’t be discouraged if it’s tough at first – that’s just the ego mind trying to keep you stuck.

As you start honing this skill, something magical happens!

You begin losing interest in the narratives that voice churns out. You open up to new meanings, and suddenly, life isn’t a panicky rollercoaster anymore. You’re no longer dictated by every anxious thought; you’ve become the witness, and that’s where the true healing begins.

It’s essential to remember that you’re not defined by your anxiety. You’re more than the mental chatter you experience. If you think this episode could help someone else, share it with them – let’s spread the healing. 

Remember, you’ve got the power to become the witness and break free from the cycle of anxiety. Thanks for tuning in, and catch you in the next episode. Take care!

Episode Outline 

[00:00] Episode Intro 

[00:44] Incessant voice that leads everything

[01:09] Source of the Incessant voice

[01:33] Differentiating the voice and emotions

[03:01] Incessant Voice leading to addictions 

[05:25] Spiritual point of things 

[07:00] Identifying as a witness of yourself

[08:22] Mastering the skill of being a witness

[09:30] The end 

Quotes 

  • “This voice is the byproduct of how much stored negative emotion still lives in your body.”
  • “We are the witness of the voice that’s telling us the worst is going to happen and that you should get that thing checked out”
  • “You are the person at a spiritual level.  You are that spirit that is able to witness things without placing meaning over them or taking some kind of frantic action because of them.” 
  • “And the truth is,  when we begin to master ourselves,  especially being the witness of this incessant voice, that’s when true healing starts to arise.  That’s when we truly start to find ourselves at the deepest level.” 

I hope you enjoyed this anxiety guy podcast episode on the inner mental chatter. Share a comment below and let us know what the biggest moment of clarity was for you from this episode.


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2 comments on “Unveiling the Incessant Mental Chatter Within

  1. Nikki Aug 30, 2023

    This is great! As someone with a constant mental chatter, I was so pleased to come across this article. It really is about feelings and taking control of your anxiety. My clarity is that I feel this quote in my soul sometimes: “This voice is the byproduct of how much stored negative emotion still lives in your body.” Great information, thank you!

    • The Anxiety Guy Aug 31, 2023

      Very welcome and thank you for contributing it means a lot to me.