With Coach Steve Krebs: Action Alleviates Anxiety, Simple Mental Health Habits That Actually Work

Hey, What’s Up! It’s Tommy.

I sat down with Coach Steve Krebs to talk honestly about anxiety, mental health, stress, and what it actually looks like to take care of yourself when life feels overwhelming. If you’re raising a child with autism, caring for someone with special needs, or simply carrying more pressure than people realize, this conversation is for you.

We talked about the fear of the unknown and how anxiety pulls us out of reality and into future scenarios that may never happen. Steve shared practical things that helped him personally overcome severe anxiety after struggling with it himself for years. This wasn’t some polished “guru” conversation. It was real, direct, and focused on small actions that can create massive change over time.

One of the biggest takeaways from this episode was the reminder that if we are not healthy ourselves, it becomes nearly impossible to fully care for the people we love. That includes physical health, sleep, movement, self-talk, and learning how to stay grounded in the present moment instead of living twenty years ahead in our minds.

We also talked about doom scrolling, phone addiction, alcohol, sleep deprivation, overthinking, meditation, walking, journaling, breathing exercises, and the pressure parents place on themselves every single day.

This episode is not about being perfect. It’s about feeling better more of the time.

Key Takeaways

Anxiety is often rooted in fear of the unknown
Action alleviates anxiety
Mental health always has a physical component
Walking daily and consistent movement can dramatically improve mental health
Sleep quality matters, even if life makes sleep difficult
Doom scrolling and excessive phone use increase stress and anxiety
Meditation, prayer, breathing exercises, and intentional self-talk can help regulate emotions
Emotions are temporary, but the stories we attach to them can become beliefs
Parents often put themselves last, but self-care is necessary to care for others well
Consistency matters more than perfection
Staying present helps reduce anxiety about the future
You do not need to solve your entire future today
Small daily habits stack up over time

Coach Steve’s Instagram: @coachstevekrebs
Coach Steve’s website: coachsteve.com

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