Discussion of the dichotomy between emotional and logical responses to anxiety and other emotions, how they affects our decision-making within relationships and work, navigating friendships and goals in the context of anxiety and finding ways to thrive despite life's challenges. With Jon Bond, co founder of Hybrid Los Angeles and Hybrid MMA Hong Kong.

Her passion for people has led her to 'State of Mind', a podcast in which Vera Siertsema talks to guests about their stories of strength and well-being. Powered by Microsoft, with the main goal to normalize mental health conversations. On this Tackling Minds Podcast episode, Vera talks about her journey in accepting her challenges to living this advocacy, throughout her personal and professional experience from different parts of the world, and how podcasting is used as a way to give back to the community.

On male friendships, how to do friendships after marriage and making new ones as adults. We also talk about ways to stay connected through fitness routines and share some laughs along the way.