There are times in our life when we are tested. When our boundaries are obliterated, our self-care is eliminated, and failure mocks us at every turn. When we are forced to face situations that we were sure our anxiety-addled minds could never handle. And yet, in the end, we surprise ourselves — and survive. Taking care of one’s aging parents sounds simple enough. But then again, few things in life are as simple as they seem. In today’s VLOG, I share my personal experiences fr

Do animals help us ease our anxiety? Can your cat, or dog, or rabbit, or even your lizard alleviate some of your daily stress? Is it possible that watching all those adorable pet videos actually provides health benefits? Well, the answer appears to be “yes.” In today’s installment of ‘101 Anxiety Tips,’ we present seven ways animals help reduce our stress and anxiety. And those who own pets are not the only ones who benefit. All animals, whether in nature or on an Instagram v

Anxiety triggers come from a variety of sources: work, school, politics, finances, trauma, travel, and family just to name a few. The last of these — travel and family — are the focus of today’s VLOG. Please join me on an impromptu road trip from Colorado to Kansas City. We’ll do a bit of driving, a bit of hiking, and a bit of pondering on a few simple techniques for finding calm amid the chaos. Be at peace, D 😊 Visit our website at: https://www.easinganxiety.com Video ID: E

There is only one person responsible for your anxiety — and that is you. Taking charge of your anxiety, learning tools and treatments to help manage it, working as a partner with medical professionals to get the support you need — these are huge steps you can take towards a better life. In the 4th installment of our “101 Anxiety Tips” series, we look at responsibility. We explore how responsibility is different than blame, how educating yourself on your anxiety can create a s

This past year was difficult for so many. But as with all years, there was a lot of good too. In today’s VLOG, I look at some of the positive events of this past year. I also talk a bit about our progress here at Easing Anxiety, share my wishes for the coming year, and make plenty of flubs and guffaws (big surprise 😊) which I hope adds a bit of laughter and levity to your holiday. I hope you enjoy it. Happy Holidays from Easing Anxiety. Wishing you joy, love, and peace, D 😊

Welcome to our Easing Anxiety YouTube Channel! Easing Anxiety is dedicated to helping individuals who struggle with chronic anxiety find a path to a better way of life. This channel is the home of our series “101 Anxiety Tips,” our Relaxation / Meditation Videos, D’s Anxiety VLOG, and a variety of other content. Watch this welcome video to learn more about us — and let us know you stopped by in the comments, we would love to hear from you. Be at peace, D 😊 Visit our websit

Do you have questions about benzos? About withdrawal? About your symptoms and possible remedies? Do you want to chat with others about your withdrawal experiences? Or perhaps you just want to say hi. Whether you have been listening to the Benzo Free Podcast for months — or just recently discovered our Easing Anxiety videos — I hope you will stop by on Saturday morning for a chat. Welcome to our very first episode of “Benzo Mornings with D”. We may have several comments and q

Ease the stress of your day with this 10-minute video set to the magical sights and sounds of winter. Pressures mount throughout the season, and we quickly get overwhelmed, stressed, and exhausted. Sometimes, the best antidote for this is to pause for a few minutes and escape to a more peaceful place. Enjoy the beauty of virgin snow on a majestic mountain top, icicle waterfalls on rocky outcrops, and the joy of playful children on a crowded toboggan. This video just may be th

Benzo Brain. Fuzzy Brain. Cog Fog. Memory loss and cognitive dysfunction are common in benzo withdrawal and these symptoms can linger for a long time. Why does this happen? What do the studies say? And what steps can one take to improve things? In today’s episode, we dive into the confusing world of cognitive dysfunction. We also hear a story from Connecticut, share a comment about isolation, answer a question about single-use benzos for medical treatment, and chat a bit abou