Anchored not Anxious
with Terri Hutchinson
Anxiety and worry may manipulate your mind and emotions, but it is not your identity. My anxiety journey equips me to mentor women with anxiety and worry. Find wisdom and realistic encouragement while gaining an unshakeable trust in God. It's possible with practical, faith-rooted anchoring practices. You belong here.
The Kind of Faith That Scares Worry into Silence
Monster fires in the California mountains consume everything in their path. It takes only a spark to start a raging blaze. What if there was something like fire that could consume your worry just as an actual fire consumes anything in its path? Something that would scare it into silence? There is—if you're willing to…
You’re More Relevant Than You Feel (Even As Life Says Otherwise)
A high school friend messaged me after decades: “I've thought about you 8 million times since 1978.” She remembered a powerful conversation about faith and obedience—a lesson she'd carried with her and shared with countless people over the years. The twist? She had the wrong Terri. That wasn't me. But here's what struck me: That…
Why You Feel Tense Around Certain People (And What to Do About It)
I worked with someone who moved the boundary lines daily. Some days she was warm and open. Other days? Ice cold. I never knew which version I'd get. The relationship became dysfunctional because it impeded our ability to work together—and it made me increasingly tense. The truth is, people can elevate our stress and anxiety.…
Are You Better Off With Jesus Than Without?
What’s the Point of Knowing Jesus? She wasn't invited to the dinner party. Her reputation was well-known. And nobody thought her life mattered except for Jesus. What made her believe Jesus could make her life better? What happened next was an act of complete surrender. In this episode, I show you a few women who…
Image Therapy: Self-Care for Anxiety and Overwhelm
Ever noticed how scrolling through your favorite photos can instantly lift your mood? There's actual science behind it. In this episode, discover how photographs—whether of grandchildren, nature scenes, or peaceful landscapes—can lower your blood pressure, reduce stress, and interrupt anxious thought patterns. Get practical tips for creating your own “calming photo file” to use in…
How Much Uncertainty Can You Tolerate? Let’s Raise Your Tolerance
Do you avoid opportunities because you can't control all the variables? In this episode, Terri explores intolerance of uncertainty—the fear of what's not known and the mental struggle with ambiguous situations. Through a personal story about overcoming flight anxiety, discover how behavioral experiments can help you test your beliefs and increase your tolerance for life's…
Laughter Yoga with Lynne West and Terri – Audio Version
In this episode, I have guest Lynne West VanHeusden. She is a certified Laughter Yoga Teacher and leader. Lynne is also certified in Ashtanga Yoga, Chair Yoga and other vibrational modalities. Lynne has been an avid Laughter Yoga practitioner for 16 years. (Watch the video version on YouTube at Anchored Not Anxious.) What is Laughter…
Time to Ditch Your Surface-Level Relationship with Jesus
You can know someone by name, in a specific context, or deeply—through countless conversations and shared experiences. But how well do you really know Jesus? In this episode, explore what it means to move beyond surface-level faith into a relationship marked by curiosity, questions, and genuine connection. Drawing from Isaiah 26:4 and personal journey, discover…
Why She Trusts God: The Turning Point of a Dark and Empty Season
If you’re in a season where God doesn’t make sense, where your prayers feel unanswered, where you’re stuck between what you desperately want and what God seems to be allowing – this episode is for you. December’s podcast episode may be one of my most vulnerable as I share a despairing season of my life.…
Lectio Reflection from the Book of Habakkuk
Are you reading your Bible but feeling like you’re just going through the motions? Like gulping food without tasting it? There’s a better way. In this episode, I lead you through a Lectio Divina—sacred reading—practice that transforms your time in Scripture from boring obligation to intimate encounter. I’ll walk you through exactly how to do…
Everyday Quandaries – Guest Elise Tegegne
What if canceled plans could become unexpected gifts? In this heartwarming episode of Anchored Not Anxious, host Terri sits down ...
Grab an Anchor When Life Feels Unstable
Peaceful moments are easily disturbed by worries, unexpected change, or stress. Discover a powerful metaphor for our spiritual journey through ...
Trust God with the Hezekiah Method
Do you wish you had a mental security system? One that keeps out intrusive and unhelpful thoughts. It's enough to ...
Set Boundaries for Your Thoughts and Feelings
Ever seen those spike strips in parking garages or rental car locations? These pierce a tire if you try to ...
At The Table with Jesus: Your Quick Reset for Discouragment
When discouragement threatens to overwhelm your heart and mind, where do you turn for nourishment? In this powerful 3-minute reflection, ...
3 Minutes to Centered – Calm a Racing Mind
Racing thoughts? Overwhelming decisions? Difficult conversations ahead? Experience the effects of The Jesus Prayer. Settle overwhelm, slow your thoughts, and ...
The Hidden Cost of Carrying It All
Are you managing 70%, 80%, or even 90% of everything in your life—and everyone else's? If you're nodding yes while ...
Break Free from the Mental Replay: How to Stop Post-Event Processing
Most people post-event process a meeting, a date, or a social gathering. It’s normal unless it takes a downward spiral. ...
Relax into Biblical Imagery with John 10:1-30
Terri guides you through a 10-minute relaxation journey with biblical imagery from John 10:1-30. Release tension as your body and ...
When Everything Falls Apart, Hope Can Survive
Join Terri as she shares three spiritual truths to salvage hope in the midst of overwhelming tragedy and crisis. Many ...
