These Podcasts Saved Me From Business Owner Anxiety
Think of this as your audio antidote to business panic.
If you’ve ever spiraled at 2 AM over cash flow, ghosted emails, or why Karen on TikTok scaled faster than you, it’s okay, you’re not alone. Entrepreneurship isn’t just strategy and sales funnels; it’s also a wild inner rollercoaster of fear, doubt, ambition, and existential dread. And while therapy is great, sometimes you just need a voice in your earbuds telling you you’re not actually failing, your nervous system is just fried. That’s where podcasts come in.
In my most "I can’t do this" moments, these audio gems have truly saved me from full-blown burnout to subtle self-sabotage. They’ve helped me slow down, reset my thinking, and approach my business with actual clarity instead of caffeine-fueled chaos. Trust me, your nervous system (and your business) will thank you.
The Hardcore Self Help Podcast
For when anxiety shows up uninvited to your launch party.
Hosted by psychologist Dr. Robert Duff, this podcast is like mental health first aid for high-functioning, highly-anxious humans. With episodes like “How to Calm Your Nervous System” and “Burnout, People Pleasing, and Guilt,” this show offers zero-fluff insight into why your brain is doing the most, and how to gently bring it back online. What’s refreshing? Duff breaks things down without jargon or judgment. It’s soothing, practical, and real.
Coached with Coach Keren
For when your mindset needs a coach, not a cliché.
Hosted by executive coach and TEDx speaker Keren Eldad, this podcast offers high-level guidance with real talk and real tools. Coach Keren dives into topics like overcoming imposter syndrome, developing unshakable confidence, and building a mindset that supports sustainable success. Her tone? Kind but no-nonsense. It’s the perfect listen when you’re craving clarity and strategy but don’t want another bro-y business podcast shouting at you about hustle.
The Game with Alex Hormozi
For when you need a logical, tactical brain reset.
While not anxiety-focused per se, Alex Hormozi’s approach to business is like an espresso shot for your perspective. When you’re spiraling about revenue or why that launch flopped, Hormozi reframes it all—removing the emotion and giving you a clear plan. It’s surprisingly calming to hear how much of business is just math (not failure).
The Mindset Mentor with Rob Dial
For when your self-belief needs CPR.
Short, snappy, and wildly motivating, these episodes are ideal for your morning walk or pre-client-call pep talk. Rob Dial mixes neuroscience, habit-building, and self-worth in a way that reminds you: you’re not lazy—you’re probably just scared. And guess what? That’s totally fixable.
The Happiness Lab with Dr. Laurie Santos
For when you need science-backed strategies to boost your mood and mindset.
Hosted by Yale professor Dr. Laurie Santos, The Happiness Lab delves into the latest research on happiness and well-being. Dr. Santos shares practical, evidence-based techniques to help you manage stress, build resilience, and find more joy in your daily life. It's like attending a psychology class that leaves you feeling uplifted and empowered.
You don’t have to white-knuckle your way through entrepreneurship. And you definitely don’t have to pretend that stress, doubt, and spirals aren’t real parts of the journey. These podcasts helped me normalize the mess, reframe the pressure, and actually enjoy building something of my own, without losing my mind in the process.
