Podcast Episode

323 | how I handled a mildly embarrassing & awkward moment the other day

Free & Well: Break Free From Anxiety & Overwhelm & Feel More Confident With Mental Health, Nervous System Healing & Faith Based Practices·Devoney Kodad, Anxiety Therapist, Self Confidence Coach & Christian Yoga Teacher·12 September 2026·14 min

About this episode

The other day at my favorite coffee shop, I had a fun awkward moment that would've sent younger Dev spiraling. I would've replayed it 100 x in my head, I would've come up with 37 better responses... and it reminded me of the power of growth, so I want to share it with you.I share what happened, how I moved through it & the power of intentionally growing erry dang day because one day you end up in a situation and just naturally respond so differently. If you want some inspo on how to handle an embarrassing / awkward moment and permission to just take yourself less seriously, this episode is for you! START HERE |  🎧 Download the Free 4 Minute Calm Reset: my go to breathing practice for peace & calm 🎙Tune in to other listener favorite episodes:4 Things I'd Do Differently If I Was Starting My Anxiety & Confidence Journey over4 Steps to Go From Nervous to Doing the Dang Thing MENTIONED |  ABOUT FREE & WELL | Free & Well is a mental wellness movement helping women break free from anxiety, overthinking, perfectionism, and people-pleasing so they can become calm and confident through psychology, nervous system regulation, and faith. Hosted by anxiety therapist & yoga teacher & therapeutic workshop facilitator, Devoney, each episode blends practical mental health tools, encouragement, and biblical wisdom to help you step into your most peace filled, confident era. CONNECT | WebsiteInstagram IF YOU ENJOYED THIS EPISODE | Leave a rating and review, I read each one and it means so much to me to hear how the podcast is supporting you! DISCLAIMER | Recommendations shared in this episode are based on my own personal opinion. No content provided by Free & Well and/or on this show is a substitute for medical or mental health treatment. It is all purely for educational purposes and is not a replacement for medical, legal, or mental health advice. Please call 911 if you are in an emergency, the Access & Crisis Line if you are in a crisis at 888-724-7240, 988 for urgent mental health support or contact a licensed mental health provider for mental health support. See full disclaimer here.