By D E Foster
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When benzo symptoms hit us, we call it a "wave." When they ease, we call it a "window." But how do we trust a window after a rough wave? Join me as we explore the benefits of pastimes, passions, and positivity as they relate to benzos and BIND.
CHAPTERS
0:00:00 Welcome
0:00:38 Been Away for a While
0:01:46 I’m Doing Better
0:02:37 It's Sunday, Football Day
0:03:31 Bing Part of a Sport or Pastime
0:09:48 How Things Are Here
0:12:25 Nerve Pain Update
0:14:40 Trusting Our Windows
0:15:53 Celebrating Survival (10 years)
0:18:18 Not Knowing What Fixes Our Symptoms
0:19:44 Waves Teach Us & Strengthen Us
0:20:45 Brief Research Update
0:21:36 Bathroom Break (Warts & All)
0:23:02 Surviving the Lows in Life
0:24:50 Getting Back on the Road
0:25:35 You are the Foundation of All of This
0:26:44 Thanks for Sticking with Me
0:27:16 Our Next Step / My Hiatus
0:28:30 Building the "uneven community"
0:29:34 Teaser for "uneven community" (Launch Oct. 1st)
0:34:41 I Appreciate You All
0:35:14 Signing Off
RECODING INFO
— RECORDED: Monday, September 16, 2024
— LOCATION: Colorado
PODCAST SITELINKS
— PODCAST WEBSITE: https://www.easinganxiety.com/benzofree
— EASING ANXIETY: https://www.easinganxiety.com
— YOUTUBE: https://youtube.com/@easinganx
— X (TWITTER): https://twitter.com/@easinganx
PODCAST SUMMARY
This podcast is dedicated to those who struggle with side effects, dependence, and withdrawal from benzos, a group of drugs from the benzodiazepine and nonbenzodiazepine classes, better known as anti-anxiety drugs, sleeping pills, sedatives, and minor tranquilizers. Their common brand names include Ambien, Ativan, Klonopin, Lunesta, Valium, and Xanax.
PODCAST DISCLAIMER
The Benzo Free podcast is for general information purposes only and should never be considered medical, psychological, or any other form of health advice. Health-related information provided is not a substitute for professional advice and should not be used to diagnose or treat health problems or to prescribe any medical devices, psychological treatments, or other remedies. Never disregard medical advice or delay in seeking it.
Please visit our website for our complete disclaimer at https://easinganxiety.com/disclaimer.
SUICIDE PREVENTION
If you, or anyone you know, is having suicidal thoughts, please seek help immediately. Resources can be found on our website at: https://www.easinganxiety.com/resources#suicide.
PODCAST MUSIC
All music provided / licensed through Storyblocks (https://www.storyblocks.com)
Benzo Free Theme Music
— TITLE: Walk in the Park
— ARTIST: Neil Cross
PODCAST PRODUCTION
The Benzo Free Podcast is part of the Easing Anxiety network (https://easinganxiety.com) and is a production of Denim Mountain Press (https://denimmountainpress.com).
Today, I am 10 years benzo free! Wow! Let's take a look back at the struggles, the symptoms, the successes, and especially the stuff I learned along the way. NOTE: This episode reviews 10 years of benzos & BIND which may be distressing to some.
CHAPTERS
0:00:00 i'm now 10 years benzo free
0:02:23 my benzo story: taper
0:04:44 my benzo story: first few years
0:05:49 my benzo story: community work
0:07:43 my benzo story: research
0:09:51 my benzo story: ea, uneven, & community
0:11:37 i've been busy / BIND / thanks
0:12:43 i'm still here / most people heal
0:15:04 my symptoms
0:16:31 anxiety symptoms
0:18:48 behavioral symptoms
0:19:49 suicidal thoughts
0:21:41 cognitive symptoms
0:22:40 excitability symptoms
0:23:49 perception symptoms
0:24:50 sleeping symptoms
0:26:12 social symptoms
0:28:07 abdominal & gastrointestinal symptoms
0:29:38 so many symptoms have improved
0:31:01 eyes, ears, nose, & mouth symptoms
0:32:16 head & neck symptoms
0:34:43 heart & lung symptoms
0:35:37 muscular symptoms
0:37:23 nerve sensations
0:39:06 immune & endocrine symptoms
0:40:36 i am unique, rare case
0:41:20 what i've learned / managing the fear
0:44:04 1) responsibility
0:46:39 2) positivity
0:52:28 3) activity
0:54:50 4) kindness
0:58:30 5) acceptance
1:01:21 celebrating 10 years benzo free
1:04:08 thank you
REFERENCES
Benzo Free Podcast: Managing the Fear (Part I)
— https://www.easinganxiety.com/post/managing-the-fear-of-benzo-withdrawal-part-1-bfp003
— 3-part series on managing the fear of benzo withdrawal.
BIND (Benzo) Symptoms - 14 Categories
— https://www.easinganxiety.com/post/bind-symptoms
— Psychological and Physical symptoms of benzodiazepine dependence and withdrawal.
Suicide Prevention Resources
— https://www.easinganxiety.com/resources#suicide
— Resources for individuals dealing with suicidal thoughts.
RECODING INFO
— RECORDED: Monday, August 19, 2024
— LOCATION: Colorado
PODCAST SITELINKS
— PODCAST WEBSITE: https://www.easinganxiety.com/benzofree
— EASING ANXIETY: https://www.easinganxiety.com
— YOUTUBE: https://youtube.com/@easinganx
— X (TWITTER): https://twitter.com/@easinganx
PODCAST SUMMARY
This podcast is dedicated to those who struggle with side effects, dependence, and withdrawal from benzos, a group of drugs from the benzodiazepine and nonbenzodiazepine classes, better known as anti-anxiety drugs, sleeping pills, sedatives, and minor tranquilizers. Their common brand names include Ambien, Ativan, Klonopin, Lunesta, Valium, and Xanax.
PODCAST DISCLAIMER
The Benzo Free podcast is for general information purposes only and should never be considered medical, psychological, or any other form of health advice. Health-related information provided is not a substitute for professional advice and should not be used to diagnose or treat health problems or to prescribe any medical devices, psychological treatments, or other remedies. Never disregard medical advice or delay in seeking it.
Please visit our website for our complete disclaimer at https://easinganxiety.com/disclaimer.
SUICIDE PREVENTION
If you, or anyone you know, is having suicidal thoughts, please seek help immediately. Resources can be found on our website at: https://www.easinganxiety.com/resources#suicide.
PODCAST MUSIC
All music provided / licensed through Storyblocks (https://www.storyblocks.com)
Benzo Free Theme Music
— TITLE: Walk in the Park
— ARTIST: Neil Cross
PODCAST PRODUCTION
The Benzo Free Podcast is part of the Easing Anxiety network (https://easinganxiety.com) and is a production of Denim Mountain Press (https://denimmountainpress.com).
It's been a while, let's catch up. In today's episode, we discuss managing stress in the modern world, finding new perspectives on our symptoms, recent and future benzodiazepine research, the upcoming ea community, and more. I hope you'll join us.
CHAPTERS
0:00:00 10th attempt recording
0:01:15 my recent absence
0:02:13 funeral and memorial
0:02:55 ongoing nerve pain
0:03:45 fire, smoke, and recording
0:04:48 changing my perspective
0:07:40 upcoming 10th anniversary
0:08:41 where to find our podcasts
0:09:11 heightened anxiety and stress
0:09:27 stress, heat, and forest fires
0:10:30 stress, jobs, and employees
0:11:03 stress and politics
0:13:11 listening to one another
0:15:02 stress and ai
0:15:48 ai, easing anxiety, and human connections
0:17:52 managing the anxiety
0:19:05 why do research?
0:22:44 asam deprescribing guidelines
0:25:57 pilot benzo clinic
0:27:13 creating the ea community
0:28:28 simplifying the community
0:31:04 path to a better life
0:32:20 yes, i've said this before
0:34:02 membership site
0:36:04 helping each other get through this
0:38:01 subscribe and check us out
0:38:49 trying to wrap this up
0:41:34 we get better
RECODING INFO
— RECORDED: Thursday, August 1, 2024
— LOCATION: Colorado
PODCAST SITELINKS
— PODCAST WEBSITE: https://www.easinganxiety.com/benzofree
— EASING ANXIETY: https://www.easinganxiety.com
— YOUTUBE: https://youtube.com/@easinganx
— X (TWITTER): https://twitter.com/@easinganx
PODCAST SUMMARY
This podcast is dedicated to those who struggle with side effects, dependence, and withdrawal from benzos, a group of drugs from the benzodiazepine and nonbenzodiazepine classes, better known as anti-anxiety drugs, sleeping pills, sedatives, and minor tranquilizers. Their common brand names include Ambien, Ativan, Klonopin, Lunesta, Valium, and Xanax.
PODCAST DISCLAIMER
The Benzo Free podcast is for general information purposes only and should never be considered medical, psychological, or any other form of health advice. Health-related information provided is not a substitute for professional advice and should not be used to diagnose or treat health problems or to prescribe any medical devices, psychological treatments, or other remedies. Never disregard medical advice or delay in seeking it.
Please visit our website for our complete disclaimer at https://easinganxiety.com/disclaimer.
SUICIDE PREVENTION
If you, or anyone you know, is having suicidal thoughts, please seek help immediately. Resources can be found on our website at: https://www.easinganxiety.com/resources#suicide.
PODCAST MUSIC
All music provided / licensed through Storyblocks (https://www.storyblocks.com)
Benzo Free Theme Music
— TITLE: Walk in the Park
— ARTIST: Neil Cross
PODCAST PRODUCTION
The Benzo Free Podcast is part of the Easing Anxiety network (https://easinganxiety.com) and is a production of Denim Mountain Press (https://denimmountainpress.com).
If processing new benzo symptoms is confusing, overwhelming, and furstrating — you're not alone. Today, we look at new symptoms, talk a bit about loneliness, and explore recent feedback on the podcast and BIND.
CHAPTERS
0:00:00 Nerve pain, stress, and loneliness
0:02:06 Three topics for today's episode
0:02:48 1) Loneliness in BIND
0:06:49 2) Processing new symptoms
0:08:06 Obsessing, looping, and ruminating
0:11:56 Not everything is a benzo symptom
0:14:56 Conflicting advice and solutions
0:15:42 What if this gets worse?
0:16:37 Stress from worrying might make it worse
0:17:05 Finding a good mindset
0:18:11 3) Podcast stats and controversies
0:19:02 I took some time off for healing
0:20:29 Don't know what's said on social media
0:21:41 BIND, setbacks, and negativity
0:22:37 Foot pain and benzo brain
0:23:30 Sharing my story…honestly
0:27:34 My case is rare
0:28:11 BIND and ABIND controversy
0:33:03 My focus is benzos
0:34:12 Everybody has the right to their opinion
0:34:54 I'm staying true to being honest
0:35:24 Signing off, and forgetting my closing
RECODING INFO
— RECORDED: Friday, May 31, 2024
PODCAST SITELINKS
— PODCAST WEBSITE: https://www.easinganxiety.com/benzofree
— EASING ANXIETY: https://www.easinganxiety.com
— YOUTUBE: https://youtube.com/@easinganx
— X (TWITTER): https://twitter.com/@easinganx
PODCAST SUMMARY
This podcast is dedicated to those who struggle with side effects, dependence, and withdrawal from benzos, a group of drugs from the benzodiazepine and nonbenzodiazepine classes, better known as anti-anxiety drugs, sleeping pills, sedatives, and minor tranquilizers. Their common brand names include Ambien, Ativan, Klonopin, Lunesta, Valium, and Xanax.
PODCAST DISCLAIMER
The Benzo Free podcast is for general information purposes only and should never be considered medical, psychological, or any other form of health advice. Health-related information provided is not a substitute for professional advice and should not be used to diagnose or treat health problems or to prescribe any medical devices, psychological treatments, or other remedies. Never disregard medical advice or delay in seeking it.
Please visit our website for our complete disclaimer at https://easinganxiety.com/disclaimer.
SUICIDE PREVENTION
If you, or anyone you know, is having suicidal thoughts, please seek help immediately. Resources can be found on our website at: https://www.easinganxiety.com/resources#suicide.
PODCAST MUSIC
All music provided / licensed through Storyblocks (https://www.storyblocks.com)
Benzo Free Theme Music
— TITLE: Walk in the Park
— ARTIST: Neil Cross
PODCAST PRODUCTION
The Benzo Free Podcast is part of the Easing Anxiety network (https://easinganxiety.com) and is a production of Denim Mountain Press (https://denimmountainpress.com).
Confusion. Lack of support. The Search for Solid Information. Ongoing symptoms. New symptoms. The problems tied with benzo withdrawal and BIND seem endless sometimes. Today, I share some of my experiences and talk through the struggles we all face.
CHAPTERS
0:00:00 Welcome Back
0:00:36 Frustration with Medical Community
0:01:38 BIND Makes Life Harder
0:02:30 My New Nerve Pain
0:03:45 COVID, BIND, and New Symptoms
0:05:11 The Cyclic Search for Symptom Cause
0:06:04 Murphy Break / uneven podcast
0:07:26 Symptoms and the Ongoing Struggle
0:07:53 Foot Pain Live / Why I Still Have Symptoms
0:09:08 Visualizations, Purpose, and Healing
0:11:34 Symptom Progression Pattern
0:13:32 Finding Good Info & Support
0:16:12 Benzo Community Controversy
0:16:32 Emotion vs. Reason
0:19:07 Failings of the Medical System
0:20:48 We Have to Keep Moving Forward
0:20:59 Send Us Feedback
0:22:32 It's a Long Road for Some of Us
0:24:00 Wrapping Things Up
REFERENCES
PODCAST: COVID and Benzos: Immunity, Vaccines, Symptoms
— https://www.easinganxiety.com/post/covid-and-benzos-immunity-vaccines-symptoms-bfp080
When COVID Meets BIND: How Does Long COVID Affect Benzo Withdrawal?
— https://www.easinganxiety.com/post/when-covid-meets-bind-how-does-long-covid-affect-benzo-withdrawal-bfp113
RECODING INFO
— RECORDED: Sunday, May 19, 2024
— LOCATION: Colorado
PODCAST SITELINKS
— PODCAST WEBSITE: https://www.easinganxiety.com/benzofree
— EASING ANXIETY: https://www.easinganxiety.com
— YOUTUBE: https://youtube.com/@easinganx
— X (TWITTER): https://twitter.com/@easinganx
PODCAST SUMMARY
This podcast is dedicated to those who struggle with side effects, dependence, and withdrawal from benzos, a group of drugs from the benzodiazepine and nonbenzodiazepine classes, better known as anti-anxiety drugs, sleeping pills, sedatives, and minor tranquilizers. Their common brand names include Ambien, Ativan, Klonopin, Lunesta, Valium, and Xanax.
PODCAST DISCLAIMER
The Benzo Free podcast is for general information purposes only and should never be considered medical, psychological, or any other form of health advice. Health-related information provided is not a substitute for professional advice and should not be used to diagnose or treat health problems or to prescribe any medical devices, psychological treatments, or other remedies. Never disregard medical advice or delay in seeking it.
Please visit our website for our complete disclaimer at https://easinganxiety.com/disclaimer.
SUICIDE PREVENTION
If you, or anyone you know, is having suicidal thoughts, please seek help immediately. Resources can be found on our website at: https://www.easinganxiety.com/resources#suicide.
PODCAST MUSIC
All music provided / licensed through Storyblocks (https://www.storyblocks.com)
Benzo Free Theme Music
— TITLE: Walk in the Park
— ARTIST: Neil Cross
PODCAST PRODUCTION
The Benzo Free Podcast is part of the Easing Anxiety network (https://easinganxiety.com) and is a production of Denim Mountain Press (https://denimmountainpress.com).
What's new at Benzo Free? What's new in the benzo community? And what's new in research, training, and support? In today's episode, the Benzo Free Podcast returns with a new format and a revitalized outlook for the future. I hope you'll join us.
CHAPTERS
0:00:00 Our New Format
0:01:34 Setbacks & Honesty
0:05:29 Happy to Be Back
0:06:25 the "uneven" podcast
0:10:47 Podcast Frequency
0:11:59 Community Updates
0:12:38 Raw, Unscripted, & Flawed
0:13:28 How Are You Doing?
0:16:11 Benzo Peer Training
0:21:01 Research Update
0:22:53 Where Benzo Studies Often Fail
0:25:24 My Benzo Background
0:27:38 Who Do You Trust for Info?
0:31:36 Benzo Brain Break
0:31:48 I Got Burned Out / Me Being Me
0:33:27 It's Been a Rough Road
0:34:41 Closing
REFERENCES
"uneven" podcast
— https://easinganxiety.com/uneven
Easing Anxiety YouTube Channel
— https://youtube.com/@EasingANX
Benzo Peer Support Training
— https://benzopeertraining.org
The Alliance for Benzodiazepine Best Practices
— https://benzoreform.org
Benzodiazepine Information Coalition (BIC)
— https://benzoinfo.com
Benzo Warrior
— https://benzowarrior.com
RECODING INFO
— RECORDED: Wednesday, May 1, 2024
— LOCATION: Colorado
PODCAST SITELINKS
— PODCAST WEBSITE: httpwww.easinganxiety.com/benzofree
— EASING ANXIETY: https://www.easinganxiety.com
— YOUTUBE: https://youtube.com/@easinganx
— X (TWITTER): https://twitter.com/@easinganx
PODCAST SUMMARY
This podcast is dedicated to those who struggle with side effects, dependence, and withdrawal from benzos, a group of drugs from the benzodiazepine and nonbenzodiazepine classes, better known as anti-anxiety drugs, sleeping pills, sedatives, and minor tranquilizers. Their common brand names include Ambien, Ativan, Klonopin, Lunesta, Valium, and Xanax.
PODCAST DISCLAIMER
The Benzo Free podcast is for general information purposes only and should never be considered medical, psychological, or any other form of health advice. Health-related information provided is not a substitute for professional advice and should not be used to diagnose or treat health problems or to prescribe any medical devices, psychological treatments, or other remedies. Never disregard medical advice or delay in seeking it.
Please visit our website for our complete disclaimer at https://easinganxiety.com/disclaimer.
SUICIDE PREVENTION
If you, or anyone you know, is having suicidal thoughts, please seek help immediately. Resources can be found on our website at: https://www.easinganxiety.com/resources#suicide.
PODCAST MUSIC
All music provided / licensed through Storyblocks (https://www.storyblocks.com)
Benzo Free Theme Music
— TITLE: Walk in the Park
— ARTIST: Neil Cross
PODCAST PRODUCTION
The Benzo Free Podcast is part of the Easing Anxiety network (https://easinganxiety.com) and is a production of Denim Mountain Press (https://denimmountainpress.com).
Dr. Christy Huff was a friend, a colleague, and giant in the benzo community. What effect does this loss have on our community? On our colleagues? On ourselves? How do we process this event and continue to move forward?
In today’s episode, we first pay tribute to Dr. Christy Huff and discuss what her passing means to each of us. We then catch up the past few months, share some personal insights, discuss community news, and even introduce a brand-new podcast — “uneven.”
Video ID: BFP130
CHAPTERS
0:00:00 INTRODUCTION
0:05:29 Learning About Christy
0:08:46 Processing the Loss
0:10:23 Tribute Web Page
0:11:28 Christy’s Obit
0:13:23 A Bit More About Christy
0:15:19 Hard News to Accept
0:17:49 Hope & Healing
0:25:19 Celebrating Christy
0:28:44 Being Respectful
0:29:43 Checking In / Seek Support
0:33:02 FEATURE
0:34:01 Our 5th Anniversary
0:35:17 Time Off to Heal
0:36:18 Re-evaluating Priorities
0:38:04 Florida Trip
0:39:28 Research Update
0:41:13 BAWG Co-Chair Resignation
0:42:05 Peer Specialist Training Program
0:44:00 Love of Podcasting
0:45:22 Benzo Free Podcast is Back
0:46:52 New Streamlined Process
0:47:35 INTRODUCING “uneven”
0:48:29 About the New Podcast
0:49:53 How It’s Different
0:51:35 Celebrating Our Failures and Flaws
0:52:26 Real and Raw and Honest
0:53:35 A Calming, Human Voice
0:54:56 Road Trips and Prequel
0:56:55 Launching This Week
0:59:39 Wrapping This Up
0:59:39 Focus on Podcasts
1:03:02 Thank You
1:03:56 “uneven” Release Date
1:04:50 CLOSING
REFERENCES
Introduction (Christy Huff)
— Christy Huff Tribute Page — https://www.easinganxiety.com/post/tribute-to-dr-christy-huff
— Memorial Fund for Christy Huff — https://www.benzoinfo.com/2024/03/07/the-future-of-bic/
— Benzo Free Podcast Interview with Dr. Christy Huff
o Part I: https://www.easinganxiety.com/post/a-conversation-with-dr-christy-huff-part-1-of-2-bfp044
o Part II: https://www.easinganxiety.com/post/a-conversation-with-dr-christy-huff-part-2-of-2-bfp045
Feature
— TRAINING: Benzodiazepine Peer Training – https://benzopeertraining.org
— WORK GROUP: Benzodiazepine Action Work Group (BAWG) – https://benzoaction.org
— PODCAST: “uneven” – https://easinganxiety.com/uneven
— RESEARCH: Development and validation of a theory-based questionnaire examining barriers and facilitators to discontinuing long-term benzodiazepine receptor agonist use — https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/37919219/
PODCAST SUMMARY
This podcast is dedicated to those who struggle with side effects, dependence, and withdrawal from benzos, a group of drugs from the benzodiazepine and nonbenzodiazepine classes, better known as anti-anxiety drugs, sleeping pills, sedatives, and minor tranquilizers. Their common brand names include Ambien, Ativan, Klonopin, Lunesta, Valium, and Xanax.
DISCLAIMER
All content provided on this YouTube channel is for general informational purposes only and should never be considered medical or health advice. The author of the content provided on this channel is not engaged in rendering medical, health, psychological, or any other kind of personal or professional services. Health-related information provided is not a substitute for medical advice and should not be used to diagnose or treat health problems or to prescribe any medical devices or other remedies.
Never disregard medical advice or delay in seeking it.
Please visit our website for our complete disclaimer at https://www.easinganxiety.com/disclaimer.
MUSIC CREDITS
— All music provided / licensed through Storyblocks (https://www.storyblocks.com)
Benzo Free Theme
— Title: "Walk in the Park"
— Artist: Neil Cross
PRODUCTION CREDITS
Easing Anxiety is produced by…
Denim Mountain Press
https://www.denimmountainpress.com
A benzo peer support training class can be quite educational — especially for the instructor. In early November, I had the pleasure of teaching a sold-out course to individuals with a wide mix of backgrounds. It was quite illuminating.
In today’s episode, I share some insights from teaching peer support training. I also discuss my response to some constructive criticism, look at our focus here at Easing Anxiety, and wish everyone a very happy holiday season.
Video ID: BFP129
CHAPTERS
00:00 INTRODUCTION
00:16 Thanksgiving & Family
03:11 Feedback Form Fixed
04:18 Constructive Criticism
06:33 Our Direction / Indecision
07:22 Anxiety Management & BIND
10:43 Our Focus on Mental Health
13:52 Connecting with You
15:55 Not Medical Advice
16:33 How Ya Doin’?
19:48 FEATURE
21:28 About the Course
24:52 Benzos & Recovery (SUD)
30:06 Learning from Recovery (SUD)
31:20 Interaction & Discussion
33:08 Teaching BIND
36:10 Boundaries
37:16 Patient Boundaries
39:43 Caregiver Boundaries
41:31 Categories of Symptoms
48:37 Benzos and Alcohol
52:21 Active Benzo Community
54:25 You Got This!
56:02 CLOSING
REFERENCES
Feedback
— What Do You Want to See at Easing Anxiety? — https://easinganxiety.com/feedback
Resources
— Benzo Peer Training — https://benzopeertraining.org
— BIND Symptoms (14 Categoreies) — https://easinganxiety.com/symptoms
SITE LINKS
VISIT US ONLINE
— Website: https://www.easinganxiety.com
— YouTube: https://youtube.com/@easinganx
— Twitter: https://twitter.com/@easinganx
— Facebook: https://facebook.com/easinganxfb
— Instagram: https://instagram.com/easinganx
SUBSCRIBE / SUPPORT US
— Join Our Mailing List: https://easinganxiety.com/subscribe
— Make a Donation: https://easinganxiety.com/donate
PODCAST SUMMARY
This podcast is dedicated to those who struggle with side effects, dependence, and withdrawal from benzos, a group of drugs from the benzodiazepine and nonbenzodiazepine classes, better known as anti-anxiety drugs, sleeping pills, sedatives, and minor tranquilizers. Their common brand names include Ambien, Ativan, Klonopin, Lunesta, Valium, and Xanax.
DISCLAIMER
All content provided on this YouTube channel is for general informational purposes only and should never be considered medical or health advice. The author of the content provided on this channel is not engaged in rendering medical, health, psychological, or any other kind of personal or professional services. Health-related information provided is not a substitute for medical advice and should not be used to diagnose or treat health problems or to prescribe any medical devices or other remedies.
Never disregard medical advice or delay in seeking it.
Please visit our website for our complete disclaimer at https://www.easinganxiety.com/disclaimer.
MUSIC CREDITS
— All music provided / licensed through Storyblocks (https://www.storyblocks.com)
Benzo Free Theme
— Title: "Walk in the Park"
— Artist: Neil Cross
PRODUCTION CREDITS
Easing Anxiety is produced by…
Denim Mountain Press
https://www.denimmountainpress.com
Meet Dr. Doryn Chervin. Hear her benzo story. Her background in public health. Her take on benzos, BIND, setbacks, research, doctors, healing, the benzo community, and what has been going on behind the scenes at Easing Anxiety.
Doryn Chervin holds a doctorate in public health and spent 40 years as a public health program strategist and evaluator. She is also on the board at the Alliance for Benzodiazepine Best Practices. Doryn took clonazepam for over 25 years, is now benzo-free, and works tirelessly helping those still struggling with dependence and BIND.
Video ID: BFP128
CHAPTERS
00:00 INTRODUCTION
02:10 Welcome Doryn
02:38 Doryn’s Background
04:38 Suicide Prevention Leadership
06:15 Doryn’s Benzo Story
09:13 It’s Really Possible to Heal
09:42 How Are You Feeling Now?
11:01 BIND Setbacks
12:38 Journey to Learn / FDA
13:33 Doryn and the Alliance
14:57 FDA / Kaiser Research Study
17:43 Working Together at EA
19:38 Partnering with the Community
21:42 Anxiety and Instability
22:59 There’s No One Way
25:32 Murphy Says Hi
26:28 Upcoming Podcast on EA Plan
27:10 Financial Sustainability
30:53 Getting to Know Doryn
31:55 Content & Services
34:56 An Information Resource
35:55 A Strong Research Background
39:26 The Human Connection
43:03 We Want to Hear from You
46:57 Sub Group Peer Support
49:21 Live / In-Person Events
51:00 Falling Asleep to the Podcast
52:04 Burnout in Benzo Community
54:02 EA Updates / Next Podcast
55:25 Doryn’s Struggle with Anxiety
57:04 CLOSING
REFERENCES
Feedback
— What Do You Want to See at Easing Anxiety? — https://easinganxiety.com/feedback
Resources
— Doryn’s Introductory Blog Post — https://www.easinganxiety.com/post/introducing-dr-doryn-chervin
— The Alliance for Benzodiazepine Best Practices — https://benzoreform.org
— The National Action Alliance for Suicide Prevention — https://theactionalliance.org
— FDA 2020 Boxed Warning on Benzodiazepines
https://www.easinganxiety.com/post/new-fda-warning-on-benzodiazepines-what-does-it-really-mean
— The Ashton Manual — https://easinganxiety.com/ashton
— BOOK: Benzo Free: The World of Anti-Anxiety Drugs and the Reality of Withdrawal — https://easinganxiety.com/book
— Benzodiazepine Action Work Group — https://benzoaction.org
— A Peacock Consulting (Angela Peacock) — https://apeacockconsulting.com
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PODCAST SUMMARY
This podcast is dedicated to those who struggle with side effects, dependence, and withdrawal from benzos, a group of drugs from the benzodiazepine and nonbenzodiazepine classes, better known as anti-anxiety drugs, sleeping pills, sedatives, and minor tranquilizers. Their common brand names include Ambien, Ativan, Klonopin, Lunesta, Valium, and Xanax.
DISCLAIMER
All content provided on this YouTube channel is for general informational purposes only and should never be considered medical or health advice. The author of the content provided on this channel is not engaged in rendering medical, health, psychological, or any other kind of personal or professional services. Health-related information provided is not a substitute for medical advice and should not be used to diagnose or treat health problems or to prescribe any medical devices or other remedies.
Never disregard medical advice or delay in seeking it.
Please visit our website for our complete disclaimer at https://www.easinganxiety.com/disclaimer.
MUSIC CREDITS
— All music provided / licensed through Storyblocks (https://www.storyblocks.com)
Benzo Free Theme
— Title: "Walk in the Park"
— Artist: Neil Cross
PRODUCTION CREDITS
Easing Anxiety is produced by…
Denim Mountain Press
https://www.denimmountainpress.com
It’s 3:00am. Sleep is elusive. Collective thoughts converge on the manic mind. So, why not record a podcast? Join D as he ponders benzos and BIND, fatigue and fear, motivation, meditation, gratitude, and grace. All from the comfort of his own bed.
Video ID: BFP127
CHAPTERS
0:00:00 It’s 3:14 am
0:02:21 Struggling Lately
0:05:30 Podcast Delays
0:07:08 Benzo Peer Training
0:07:51 Overwhelm & Fatigue
0:09:02 New Content Coming…
0:10:35 Coping with Insomnia
0:13:38 Missed Y’all
0:14:34 Ruminations in a Dark Room
0:16:23 Finding Life Balance
0:19:10 Motivation to Change
0:24:00 Discipline As We Heal
0:26:00 Moving Forward
0:28:38 It Does Get Better
0:29:52 Advice for the Younger You?
0:32:54 Being OK with Yourself
0:38:35 Trying to Belong
0:40:14 A Calming Voice
0:42:26 BIND Frustration / Emotion
0:47:40 Talking in the Bathroom
0:48:56 Podcasts & Authenticity
0:51:24 Meditation & Perfectionism
0:53:53 Five Minute Meditation
0:54:38 Yin Yoga & BIND
0:56:19 Changing for the Better
0:58:56 Benefits of Gratitude
1:04:27 Three Gratitudes
1:06:08 Being Grateful for Others
1:13:27 CLOSING
SITE LINKS
VISIT US ONLINE
— Website: https://www.easinganxiety.com
— YouTube: https://youtube.com/@easinganx
— Twitter: https://twitter.com/@easinganx
— Facebook: https://facebook.com/easinganxfb
— Instagram: https://instagram.com/easinganx
SUBSCRIBE / SUPPORT US
— Join Our Mailing List: https://easinganxiety.com/subscribe
— Make a Donation: https://easinganxiety.com/donate
PODCAST SUMMARY
This podcast is dedicated to those who struggle with side effects, dependence, and withdrawal from benzos, a group of drugs from the benzodiazepine and nonbenzodiazepine classes, better known as anti-anxiety drugs, sleeping pills, sedatives, and minor tranquilizers. Their common brand names include Ambien, Ativan, Klonopin, Lunesta, Valium, and Xanax.
DISCLAIMER
All content provided on this YouTube channel is for general informational purposes only and should never be considered medical or health advice. The author of the content provided on this channel is not engaged in rendering medical, health, psychological, or any other kind of personal or professional services. Health-related information provided is not a substitute for medical advice and should not be used to diagnose or treat health problems or to prescribe any medical devices or other remedies.
Never disregard medical advice or delay in seeking it.
Please visit our website for our complete disclaimer at https://www.easinganxiety.com/disclaimer.
MUSIC CREDITS
— All music provided / licensed through Storyblocks (https://www.storyblocks.com)
Benzo Free Theme
— Title: "Walk in the Park"
— Artist: Neil Cross
PRODUCTION CREDITS
Easing Anxiety is produced by…
Denim Mountain Press
https://www.denimmountainpress.com
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