Do certain foods cause anxiety? Do certain foods help ease anxiety? Does diet influence our overall mental health? And if so, can you lower your anxiety state by simply changing your diet? We tackle these and other questions in this video. Welcome to our third video in the series: “101 Anxiety Tips.” In today’s video, we simplify the complex world of diet and anxiety into three key lists: 5 Beneficial Eating Habits, 5 Foods to Avoid or Limit, and 5 Foods to Embrace. Let me know if you enjoyed today’s video. I hope you have a great day, D 😊 Visit our website at: https://www.easinganxiety.com Video ID: EA028 Watch the Video Chapters 00:00 Teaser 01:45 Does Diet Affect Anxiety? 03:05 5 Beneficial Eating Habits 05:35 5 Foods to Avoid or Limit 08:29 5 Foods to Embrace 11:03 Final Thoughts / Resources References “Foods to Avoid If You Have Anxiety or Depression.” WebMD. Accessed November 25, 2020. https://www.webmd.com/depression/ss/slideshow-avoid-foods-anxiety-depression. Foster, D E. “Benzo Free: The World of Anti-Anxiety Drugs and the Reality of Withdrawal.” Erie, CO: Denim Mountain Press, 2018. https://easinganxiety.com/book. Hilimire, Matthew R, Jordan E DeVylder, and Catherine A Forestall. “Fermented foods, neuroticism, and social anxiety: An interaction model.” Psychiatry Research 2015 Aug 15;228(2):203-8. Accessed November 25, 2020. https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/25998000. Kassel, Gabrielle. “This New Diet Is Supposed to Help Your Anxiety—So I Tried It.” January 11, 2019. Accessed November 25, 2020. https://www.health.com/condition/anxiety/anti-anxiety-diet. Kiecolt-Glaser, Janice K, Martha A Belury, Rebecca Andridge, William B Malarkey, and Ronald Glaser. “Omega-3 supplementation lowers inflammation and anxiety in medical students: a randomized controlled trial.” Brain Behav Immun. 2011 Nov;25(8):1725-34. https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/21784145. Miller, Ali. “The Anti-Anxiety Diet: A Whole Body Program to Stop Racing Thoughts, Banish Worry and Live Panic-Free.” Berkeley, CA: Ulysses Press, 2018. https://www.amazon.com/dp/1612438024/ref=cm_sw_em_r_mt_dp_d9OVFbG839EVY. Murphy, Michelle and Julian G Mercer. “Diet-Regulated Anxiety.” International Journal of Endocrinology. 2013 Aug 20. Accessed November 25, 2020. https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC3762204/#. Naidoo, Uma. “Nutritional strategies to ease anxiety.” Harvard Medical School. April 13, 2016. Updated August 29, 2019. Accessed November 25, 2020. https://www.health.harvard.edu/blog/nutritional-strategies-to-ease-anxiety-201604139441. Naidoo, Uma. “This Is Your Brain on Food: An Indispensable Guide to the Surprising Foods that Fight Depression, Anxiety, PTSD, OCD, ADHD, and More.” New York: Hachette Book Group, 2020. https://www.amazon.com/dp/0316536822/ref=cm_sw_em_r_mt_dp_5QPVFbV4NRFCP. Sawchuk, Craig N. “Coping with anxiety: Can diet make a difference?” Mayo Clinic Website. Accessed November 25, 2020. https://www.mayoclinic.org/diseases-conditions/generalized-anxiety-disorder/expert-answers/coping-with-anxiety/faq-20057987. Scott, Trudy. “The Anti-Anxiety Food Solution.” Oakland, CA: New Harbinger Publications, Inc., 2011. https://www.amazon.com/dp/1572249250/ref=cm_sw_em_r_mt_dp_hhPVFbGBFR63M. Younkin, Lainey. “What is a Complex Carbohydrate?” Eating Well. November 22, 2017. Accessed November 25, 2020. http://www.eatingwell.com/article/290631/what-is-a-complex-carbohydrate. Site Links VISIT US ONLINE — WEBSITE: https://www.easinganxiety.com — YOUTUBE: https://www.youtube.com/@easinganx SUBSCRIBE TO OUR MAILING LIST — https://www.easinganxiety.com/subscribe PLEASE LET US KNOW WHAT YOU THINK — COMMENT: On this YouTube video — COMMENT: On this blog post — EMAIL: feedback@easinganxiety.com SUPPORT US — MAKE A DONATION: https://www.easinganxiety.com/donate 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://easinganxiety.com/disclaimer. Credits VIDEO / IMAGE CREDITS Most of our video / image clips were provided and licensed by… — Storyblocks.com Additional video / images were provided and licensed by… — Pixabay.com — Pexels.com — FreeImages.com MUSIC CREDITS Music licensed by Storyblocks Audio — https://www.audioblocks.com “101 Anxiety Tips” Theme Song — TITLE: “Summer Acoustic Pop” — ARTIST: James Grant Question Transition Music — TITLE: Electric guitar riff 13 G — ARTIST: Luke Neumann Produced by Easing Anxiety is produced by… Denim Mountain Press https://www.denimmountainpress.com ©2020 Denim Mountain Press – All Rights Reserved

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 about caregivers. I hope you enjoy it. Video ID: BFP073 Watch the Podcast The Benzo Free Podcast is also available on... Apple Podcasts / Audible / iHeart / PodBean / Spotify / Stitcher Chapters 00:00 Theme 00:57 INTRODUCTION 07:25 MAILBAG: Intro 08:10 Comment: Isolation 10:17 Question: Single Use Benzos 15:15 BENZO STORY: Ed from Connecticut 26:03 FEATURE: Benzo Brain 49:38 MOMENT OF PEACE Resources The following resource links are provided as a courtesy to our listeners. They do not constitute an endorsement by Easing Anxiety of the resource or any recommendations or advice provided therein. MAILBAG Ashton, C. Heather. Benzodiazepines: How They Work and How to Withdraw (aka The Ashton Manual). 2002. Accessed April 13, 2016. http://www.benzo.org.uk/manual. FEATURE: Benzo Brain Ashton, C. Heather. Benzodiazepines: How They Work and How to Withdraw (aka The Ashton Manual). 2002. Accessed April 13, 2016. http://www.benzo.org.uk/manual. Foster, D E. Benzo Free: The World of Anti-Anxiety Drugs and the Reality of Withdrawal. Erie, Colorado: Denim Mountain Press, 2018. https://easinganxiety.com/book. Frances, Allen. “Yes, Benzos Are Bad for You.” Pro Talk: A Rehabs.com Community, June 10, 2016. Accessed October 13, 2016. https://www.rehabs.com/pro-talk-articles/yes-benzos-are-bad-for-you/. Gorenstein, C., M. A. Bernik and S. Pompéia. “Differential Acute Psychomotor and Cognitive Effects of Diazepam on Long-Term Benzodiazepine Users.” International Clinical Psychopharmacology 9(3)(1994):145-53. Accessed March 6, 2017. doi:10.1097/00004850-199409000-00002. Tata, P.R., J. Rollings, M. Collins, A. Pickering and R. R. Jacobson. “Lack of Cognitive Recovery Following Withdrawal from Long-Term Benzodiazepine Use.” Psychological Medicine 24(1)(February 1994):203-13. Accessed April 15, 2018. doi:10.1017/S0033291700026969. The Podcast The Benzo Free Podcast provides information, support, and community to those who struggle with the long-term effects of anxiety medications such as benzodiazepines (Xanax, Ativan, Klonopin, Valium) and Z-drugs (Ambien, Lunesta, Sonata). WEBSITE: https://www.easinganxiety.com MAILING LIST: https://www.easinganxiety.com/subscribe YOUTUBE: https://www.youtube.com/@easinganx DISCLAIMER All content provided by Easing Anxiety is for general informational purposes only and should never be considered medical advice. Any 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. CREDITS Video footage used in Moment of Peace was provided / licensed by… — Storyblocks (https://www.storyblocks.com) Music provided / licensed by Storyblocks Audio — https://www.storyblocks.com Benzo Free Theme — Title: “Walk in the Park” — Artist: Neil Cross Meditation Music — Title: “Always Mine” — Artist: Keith Anthony Holden PRODUCTION Easing Anxiety is produced by… Denim Mountain Press https://www.denimmountainpress.com ©2022 Denim Mountain Press – All Rights Reserved

*** UPDATE from March 21, 2023 — The two YouTube channels defined below were merged back into one channel (Easing Anxiety) in early 2023. There is no longer a separate Benzo Free Channel. You can visit our single channel at: https://youtube.com/@easinganx. *** December 8th, 2020 — Easing Anxiety now supports two distinct YouTube Channels for our content. The original channel, Easing Anxiety, will continue to provide general anxiety content including our series 101 Anxiety Tips, our Anxiety VLOG, our relaxation / meditation videos, and more. Our new channel, Benzo Free, is focused on benzos, dependence, and withdrawal and includes the Benzo Free Podcast, Benzo Mornings with D, and other content. The Easing Anxiety Channel The Easing Anxiety Channel is our original YouTube Channel started in March of 2020. It has been the sole resource for all of our video content since it was our one and only channel. As we grew, we saw the need to separate the content to avoid confusion and provide alternatives to our viewers. Thus, the Benzo Free Channel was born. The Easing Anxiety Channel is now home general anxiety content only. This includes our series, “101 Anxiety Tips,” our Anxiety VLOGS which provide a personal conversation about anxiety and its effects, our Meditation / Relaxation Videos, and more. The Benzo Free Channel The Benzo Free Channel officially launched on December 8th, 2020, and has only a few subscribers and limited content at this time. When queried, some of our viewers let us know that they would prefer a separate channel for benzo-related content. And thus, this channel was founded. The Benzo Free Channel is home to all benzo-related content. This is our original audience and we wanted to make sure that we had a dedicated location for the support of the benzo community. This content includes The Benzo Free Podcast, our brand new live chat, Benzo Mornings with D, the Benzo Free Roundtable coming in early 2021, and more. The Transition Let me explain a bit about this transition. New Benzo Content — Effective today, all new benzo-related YouTube content will be released on the new Benzo Free Channel, and not on the Easing Anxiety Channel. This does not affect the release of our podcast on our third-party carriers (Apple Podcast, Spotify, TuneIn, etc.), which will continue as before. Existing Benzo Content — All benzo-related content already posted on our Easing Anxiety Channel will remain there for the time being. This is a tricky transition, and unfortunately, it will negatively affect our standing on YouTube regardless of how we go about it. There are two factors that influence this process: YouTube does not allow duplicate content to be loaded onto separate channels. Thus, we cannot post the same podcast episode or video on Easing Anxiety and Benzo Free at the same time. That was my original plan for the content we’ve already posted, but as you can see this won’t be happening — another lesson learned. Once I move the remaining benzo content to the new channel, we will lose all the views, likes, and comments linked to each video. This could significantly affect the standing of our channel on YouTube and make it harder for people to find us for a while. Regardless of the possible complications, I still believe this is the right decision. The longer we wait to make this move, the harder it will be, and the more we will have to lose (views, subscribers, comments, etc.). Thus, I do plan to move the remaining benzo content over to the new channel at a later date, but I have not determined the method or timing of that transition. How Can You Help? Visit the new channel and subscribe. At the time I posted this email, our new Benzo Free Channel has just one subscriber — and can you guess who that one subscriber is? Yup, yours truly. We’re starting from scratch, just as all new channels do. If you are interested in our benzo content, please click on the link above now, visit our Benzo Free Channel, and subscribe — that way you can be notified of all new videos and podcast episodes when they are available. And while you are there, if you’d like to view some of the content — and even comment on it — that would help even more. And one more thing, if you haven’t subscribed to our Easing Anxiety Channel yet, now’s a good time to do that too. By subscribing to both channels, you will be notified about all new content released as soon as it is online. Thank you. Thank You This change will be a bit rough at first, but I believe it is the right decision in the long-run. Please visit the channel via the links above, and let me know what you think. Thanks for your patience during this transition. Peace and joy to all, D 🙂

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 questions — or it may just be me by myself, rambling on about some topic and bumbling with the technology along the way. That is the joy of live events — you never know. Either way, I hope you enjoy it and find some information within to help ease your struggles. Be at Peace, D 😊 Video ID: BFP074 Watch the Video The Podcast The Benzo Free Podcast provides information, support, and community to those who struggle with the long-term effects of anxiety medications such as benzodiazepines (Xanax, Ativan, Klonopin, Valium) and Z-drugs (Ambien, Lunesta, Sonata). WEBSITE: https://www.easinganxiety.com MAILING LIST: https://www.easinganxiety.com/subscribe YOUTUBE: https://www.youtube.com/@easinganx DISCLAIMER All content provided by Easing Anxiety is for general informational purposes only and should never be considered medical advice. Any 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. CREDITS Music provided / licensed by Storyblocks Audio — https://www.storyblocks.com Benzo Free Theme — Title: “Walk in the Park” — Artist: Neil Cross PRODUCTION Easing Anxiety is produced by… Denim Mountain Press https://www.denimmountainpress.com ©2022 Denim Mountain Press – All Rights Reserved

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 😊 Visit our website at: https://www.easinganxiety.com Video ID: EA030 Watch the Video Chapters 00:00 Introduction 01:25 Our Two YouTube Channels 05:44 Benzo Live Chat — Thank You 06:55 The Good in 2020 08:33 The Good: Easing Anxiety Recap 12:03 The Good: FDA Warning 13:48 The Good: Internet Communication 15:56 The Good: Sports 16:40 The Good: Delivery 17:33 The Good: More Time at Home 18:37 The Good: Time Outside 19:40 The Good: Animal Adoption 20:29 The Good: Drive In Movies 21:10 The Good: Space Exploration 22:21 The Good: Creativity and Resiliency 23:40 The Good: Virus and Vaccine 24:32 The Good: Front Line Workers 25:31 The Good: Teachers and Parents 27:42 Two Things: Be Grateful 28:05 Two Things: Find Grace 31:28 Making Mistakes 32:10 Closing: Enjoy the Season Quick Links YOUTUBE (Easing Anxiety Channel) — https://www.youtube.com/@easinganx VIDEO: Benzo Mornings Live Chat (12/19/2020) — https://www.easinganxiety.com/post/benzo-mornings-with-d-live-chat-december-19th-2020 References “20 good things that happened in 2020.” The Washington Post. Opinion. December 15, 2020. Accessed December 21, 2020. https://www.washingtonpost.com/opinions/2020/12/15/20-good-things-that-happened-2020. Foster, D E. “Benzo Free: The World of Anti-Anxiety Drugs and the Reality of Withdrawal.” Erie, CO: Denim Mountain Press, 2018. https://easinganxiety.com/book. Servando, Kristine. “The Good News You Might Have Missed in 2020.” Bloomberg. December 19, 2020. Accessed December 21, 2020. https://www.bloomberg.com/news/features/2020-12-20/the-good-news-you-might-have-missed-in-covid-year-2020. Site Links VISIT US ONLINE — WEBSITE: https://www.easinganxiety.com — YOUTUBE: https://www.youtube.com/@easinganx SUBSCRIBE TO OUR MAILING LIST — https://www.easinganxiety.com/subscribe PLEASE LET US KNOW WHAT YOU THINK — COMMENT: On this YouTube video — COMMENT: On this blog post — EMAIL: feedback@easinganxiety.com SUPPORT US — MAKE A DONATION: https://www.easinganxiety.com/donate 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://easinganxiety.com/disclaimer. Credits VIDEO / IMAGE CREDITS Most of our video / image clips were provided and licensed by… — Storyblocks.com Additional video / images were provided and licensed by… — Pixabay.com — Pexels.com — FreeImages.com MUSIC CREDITS Music licensed by Storyblocks: — https://www.storyblocks.com EA Theme Song — Title: “Welcome Home” — Artist: Neil Cross — Composer: Peter Godfrey (original title “Young Love”) Produced by Easing Anxiety is produced by… Denim Mountain Press https://www.denimmountainpress.com ©2020 Denim Mountain Press – All Rights Reserved

Is this pain part of benzo withdrawal? What about this ache? Or memory loss? Or Confusion? Or Restlessness? It seems incomprehensible that all these symptoms are related to benzo withdrawal. And yet, quite often, that is the reality we face. In today’s episode of the podcast, we look at our symptoms and investigate how to ease the constant worry about each and every one. We also hear a benzo story from Oklahoma, share a comment about fear and disbelief, and discuss our return to an audio only format. I hope you enjoy it. Video ID: BFP075 Listen to the Podcast The Benzo Free Podcast is also available on... Apple Podcasts / Audible / iHeart / PodBean / Spotify / Stitcher Chapters 00:00 Introduction 06:07 Mailbag 11:10 Benzo Story 30:16 Feature: Introduction 36:44 Feature: Why So Many Symptoms? 41:20 Feature: Dealing with Symptoms Stress 51:48 Moment of Peace Resources The following resource links are provided as a courtesy to our listeners. They do not constitute an endorsement by Easing Anxiety of the resource or any recommendations or advice provided therein. MAILBAG PODCAST EPISODE #10: “Insights on Withdrawal: A Conversation with Elizabeth McCarthy” — https://www.easinganxiety.com/post/insights-on-withdrawal-a-conversation-with-elizabeth-mccarthy-bfp010 FEATURE Ashton, C. Heather. Benzodiazepines: How They Work and How to Withdraw (aka The Ashton Manual). 2002. Accessed April 13, 2016. http://www.benzo.org.uk/manual. Ashton, C. Heather. “Protracted Withdrawal from Benzodiazepines: The Post-Withdrawal Syndrome.” Psychiatric Annals 25(3)(1995):174-179. Accessed April 14, 2018. doi:10.3928/0048-5713-19950301-11. “Benzo Withdrawal & Post Withdrawal Symptoms.” Benzodiazepine Information Coalition. Accessed December 30, 2020. https://www.benzoinfo.com/benzodiazepine-withdrawal-post-withdrawal-symptoms. Foster, D E. Benzo Free: The World of Anti-Anxiety Drugs and the Reality of Withdrawal. Erie, Colorado: Denim Mountain Press, 2018. https://easinganxiety.com/book. Frances, Allen. “Yes, Benzos Are Bad for You.” Pro Talk: A Rehabs.com Community, June 10, 2016. Accessed October 13, 2016. https://www.rehabs.com/pro-talk-articles/yes-benzos-are-bad-for-you/. Trickett, Shirley. “Withdrawal from Benzodiazepines.” Journal of the Royal College of General Practitioners 33(254)(September 1983):608. Accessed April 17, 2018. https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC1973010/. The Podcast The Benzo Free Podcast provides information, support, and community to those who struggle with the long-term effects of anxiety medications such as benzodiazepines (Xanax, Ativan, Klonopin, Valium) and Z-drugs (Ambien, Lunesta, Sonata). WEBSITE: https://www.easinganxiety.com MAILING LIST: https://www.easinganxiety.com/subscribe YOUTUBE: https://www.youtube.com/@easinganx DISCLAIMER All content provided by Easing Anxiety is for general informational purposes only and should never be considered medical advice. Any 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. CREDITS Video footage used in Moment of Peace was provided / licensed by… — Storyblocks (https://www.storyblocks.com) Music provided / licensed by Storyblocks Audio — https://www.storyblocks.com Benzo Free Theme — Title: “Walk in the Park” — Artist: Neil Cross Meditation Music — Title: “Always Mine” — Artist: Keith Anthony Holden PRODUCTION Easing Anxiety is produced by… Denim Mountain Press https://www.denimmountainpress.com ©2022 Denim Mountain Press – All Rights Reserved

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 sense of freedom, and how being an “active patient” with your doctor can lead to better overall physical and mental health. I hope you enjoy it. Be at peace, D 😊 Visit our website at: https://www.easinganxiety.com Video ID: EA031 Watch the Video Chapters 00:00 Teaser 01:09 Introduction 01:39 Responsibility & Blame 02:58 Responsibility & Footwear 06:18 Responsibility & Control 07:24 Hyper-Responsibility 08:13 Responsibility & Medication 10:20 Being an Active Patient 13:39 Final Thoughts References Foster, D E. “Benzo Free: The World of Anti-Anxiety Drugs and the Reality of Withdrawal.” Erie, CO: Denim Mountain Press, 2018. https://easinganxiety.com/book. Godman, Heidi. “Are You Taking an Active Role in Your Health Care?.” U.S. News and World Report. April 13, 2018. Accessed January 4, 2021. https://health.usnews.com/health-care/patient-advice/articles/2018-04-13/are-you-taking-an-active-role-in-your-health-care. “How to Be and Active Patient.” University of Rochester Medical Center: Health Encyclopedia. Accessed January 4th, 2021. https://www.urmc.rochester.edu/encyclopedia/content.aspx?contenttypeid=1&contentid=2695. Shantideva. Guide to the Bodhisattva’s Way of Life: A Buddhist Poem for Today. New York: Tharpa Publications, 2002. Singer, Janet. “OCD and Hyper-Responsibility.” MentalHelp.net. Accessed January 5, 2021. https://www.mentalhelp.net/blogs/ocd-and-hyper-responsibility/. Site Links VISIT US ONLINE — WEBSITE: https://www.easinganxiety.com — YOUTUBE: https://www.youtube.com/@easinganx SUBSCRIBE TO OUR MAILING LIST — https://www.easinganxiety.com/subscribe PLEASE LET US KNOW WHAT YOU THINK — VIDEO / POST: Comment on this video in YouTube — FEEDBACK FORM: https://www.easinganxiety.com/feedback — EMAIL: feedback@easinganxiety.com SUPPORT US — MAKE A DONATION: https://www.easinganxiety.com/donate 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://easinganxiety.com/disclaimer. Credits VIDEO / IMAGE CREDITS Most of our video / image clips were provided and licensed by… — Storyblocks.com Additional video / images were provided and licensed by… — Pixabay.com — Pexels.com — FreeImages.com MUSIC CREDITS Music licensed by Storyblocks Audio — https://www.audioblocks.com “101 Anxiety Tips” Theme Song — TITLE: “Summer Acoustic Pop” — ARTIST: James Grant Question Transition Music — TITLE: Electric guitar riff 13 G — ARTIST: Luke Neumann Produced by Easing Anxiety is produced by… Denim Mountain Press https://www.denimmountainpress.com ©2020 Denim Mountain Press – All Rights Reserved

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: EA032 Watch the Video Chapters 00:00 Teaser 00:38 Leaving Colorado 01:29 Family and Anxiety 02:20 Blue Skies Ahead 03:43 Parental Situation 04:34 Rain & Snow 05:11 Setting Boundaries: Quiet Time 06:52 Pit Stop: Junction City 07:48 Traveling Triggers 10:02 Truck Fire 11:25 Lake Trail 11:47 Anxiety & Negativity 13:30 Brain Fried / Content 14:00 Finding Calm Amid Chaos 15:18 Closing Site Links VISIT US ONLINE — WEBSITE: https://www.easinganxiety.com — YOUTUBE: https://www.youtube.com/@easinganx SUBSCRIBE TO OUR MAILING LIST — https://www.easinganxiety.com/subscribe PLEASE LET US KNOW WHAT YOU THINK — VIDEO / POST: Comment on this video in YouTube — FEEDBACK FORM: https://www.easinganxiety.com/feedback — EMAIL: feedback@easinganxiety.com SUPPORT US — MAKE A DONATION: https://www.easinganxiety.com/donate 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://easinganxiety.com/disclaimer. Credits VIDEO / IMAGE CREDITS Most of our video / image clips were provided and licensed by… — Storyblocks.com Additional video / images were provided and licensed by… — Pixabay.com — Pexels.com — FreeImages.com MUSIC CREDITS Music licensed by Storyblocks Audio — https://www.audioblocks.com EA Theme Song — Title: “Welcome Home” — Artist: Neil Cross — Composer: Peter Godfrey (original title “Young Love”) Intro / Closing Music — Title: “Looking Back” — Artist: Craig Austin Produced by Easing Anxiety is produced by… Denim Mountain Press https://www.denimmountainpress.com ©2020 Denim Mountain Press – All Rights Reserved

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 from the past six weeks and explore a few lessons learned along the way. Take care and have a beautiful day, D 😊 Visit our website at: https://www.easinganxiety.com Video ID: EA034 Watch the Video Chapters 00:00 Teaser 00:45 Introduction 05:15 Shout-outs 12:15 Winter Storm 14:20 Why I Share Some Things 15:32 What’s Been Goin on 18:35 The Health Toll 21:38 Stoicism 23:05 The Escape 27:02 LESSONS: Hardships 27:40 LESSONS: Processing Emotions 28:33 LESSONS: Strength and Resilience 33:55 LESSONS: Accepting Joy 36:22 Family 38:37 Closing Site Links VISIT US ONLINE — WEBSITE: https://www.easinganxiety.com — YOUTUBE: https://www.youtube.com/@easinganx SUBSCRIBE TO OUR MAILING LIST — https://www.easinganxiety.com/subscribe PLEASE LET US KNOW WHAT YOU THINK — VIDEO / POST: Comment on this video in YouTube — FEEDBACK FORM: https://www.easinganxiety.com/feedback — EMAIL: feedback@easinganxiety.com SUPPORT US — MAKE A DONATION: https://www.easinganxiety.com/donate 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://easinganxiety.com/disclaimer. Credits VIDEO / IMAGE CREDITS Most of our video / image clips were provided and licensed by… — Storyblocks.com Additional video / images were provided and licensed by… — Pixabay.com — Pexels.com — FreeImages.com MUSIC CREDITS Music licensed by Storyblocks Audio — https://www.audioblocks.com EA Theme Song — Title: “Welcome Home” — Artist: Neil Cross — Composer: Peter Godfrey (original title “Young Love”) Produced by Easing Anxiety is produced by… Denim Mountain Press https://www.denimmountainpress.com ©2020 Denim Mountain Press – All Rights Reserved

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 video, can provide some benefit. Be at peace, D 😊 Visit our website at: https://www.easinganxiety.com Video ID: EA033 Watch the Video Chapters 00:00 Teaser 01:09 Introduction 02:09 1) Companionship 03:41 2) Social 05:37 3) Exercise 07:20 4) Play 08:39 5) Nature 10:27 6) Entertainment 13:07 7) Touch 15:53 Closing Thoughts References “10 Ways Pets Support Mental Health.” Newport Academy. 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Please visit our website for our complete disclaimer at https://easinganxiety.com/disclaimer. Credits VIDEO / IMAGE CREDITS Most of our video / image clips were provided and licensed by… — Storyblocks.com Additional video / images were provided and licensed by… — Pixabay.com — Pexels.com — FreeImages.com MUSIC CREDITS Music licensed by Storyblocks Audio — https://www.audioblocks.com “101 Anxiety Tips” Theme Song — TITLE: “Summer Acoustic Pop” — ARTIST: James Grant Question Transition Music — TITLE: Electric guitar riff 13 G — ARTIST: Luke Neumann Produced by Easing Anxiety is produced by… Denim Mountain Press https://www.denimmountainpress.com ©2020 Denim Mountain Press – All Rights Reserved

Anxiety. Benzos. Symptoms. Withdrawal. Overwhelm. Family drama. Wooded trails. Sleepless nights in cheap motels. Long walks and deep thoughts. What do all these things have in common? If you are thinking a recent road trip — you’d be right. In today’s episode of the podcast, I share a variety of recordings from a January trip to Kansas City. We explore movie quotes and doctor’s notes, F5 tornadoes and emotional volcanoes, tinnitus, tensions, tremors and transgressions, and even a little bit of laughter now and again. I hope you’ll join me. Video ID: BFP076 Listen to the Podcast The Benzo Free Podcast is also available on... Apple Podcasts / Audible / iHeart / PodBean / Spotify / Stitcher Chapters 00:00 Theme 00:57 Introduction 04:37 Taking a Walk / Family Boundaries 07:04 My Withdrawal / Isolation 09:09 Road Trip Tradition 10:01 Phone Call Anxiety 11:25 Tuning Out Irritations 15:08 Road Trip Tradition Take 2 16:20 Tinnitus in Withdrawal 23:55 Be Kind to Yourself 25:53 Benzo Morning / Hotel Room 27:31 My Tornado Story 38:03 Owning Your Emotions 43:20 Anxiety Tool Maintenance 44:44 Physical Symptoms and Anxiety 47:03 Supplements in Withdrawal 56:47 Closing Resources The following resource links are provided as a courtesy to our listeners. They do not constitute an endorsement by Easing Anxiety of the resource or any recommendations or advice provided therein. FEATURE VIDEO: “Easing Anxiety During Difficult Times” — https://www.easinganxiety.com/post/easing-anxiety-during-difficult-times-vlog The Podcast The Benzo Free Podcast provides information, support, and community to those who struggle with the long-term effects of anxiety medications such as benzodiazepines (Xanax, Ativan, Klonopin, Valium) and Z-drugs (Ambien, Lunesta, Sonata). WEBSITE: https://www.easinganxiety.com MAILING LIST: https://www.easinganxiety.com/subscribe YOUTUBE: https://www.youtube.com/@easinganx DISCLAIMER All content provided by Easing Anxiety is for general informational purposes only and should never be considered medical advice. Any 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. CREDITS Video footage used in Moment of Peace was provided / licensed by… — Storyblocks (https://www.storyblocks.com) Music provided / licensed by Storyblocks Audio — https://www.storyblocks.com Benzo Free Theme — Title: “Walk in the Park” — Artist: Neil Cross Meditation Music — Title: “Always Mine” — Artist: Keith Anthony Holden PRODUCTION Easing Anxiety is produced by… Denim Mountain Press https://www.denimmountainpress.com ©2022 Denim Mountain Press – All Rights Reserved

What’s been going on in the benzo community lately? Any progress on awareness, education, legislation, support? Any upcoming events? Any benzo stories to share? Anything new with the podcast? Tune in to find out. In today’s episode, we share benzo stories from Oregon and Nigeria, we learn about some exciting upcoming events, and we look behind the scenes of the Benzodiazepine Action Work Group and share a story of success. We also announce the podcast’s return to a weekly schedule, so keep an eye out for new episodes soon. I hope you enjoy it. Video ID: BFP077 Listen to the Podcast The Benzo Free Podcast is also available on... Apple Podcasts / Audible / iHeart / PodBean / Spotify / Stitcher Chapters 00:00 Dedication 03:06 Introduction 08:44 Spotlight 24:50 Benzo News 29:08 Benzo Stories 39:47 Moment of Peace Resources The following resource links are provided as a courtesy to our listeners. They do not constitute an endorsement by Easing Anxiety of the resource or any recommendations or advice provided therein. SPOTLIGHT — Benzodiazepine Action Work Group (CCPDAP) — https://corxconsortium.org/work-groups/benzodiazepine — Benzo Free Podcast (Episode 14): “Finding Faith, Hope, and Acceptance in Benzo Withdrawal: A Conversation with Jennifer Leigh, PsyD.” — https://www.easinganxiety.com/post/finding-faith-hope-and-acceptance-in-benzo-withdrawal-a-conversation-with-jennifer-leigh-psyd-bfp014 — Benzo Free Podcast (Episodes 21 & 22): “Diaglogue the the Doctor: A Conversation with Dr. Steven Wright.” — https://www.easinganxiety.com/post/dialogue-with-the-doctor-a-conversation-with-dr-steven-wright-part-1-of-2-bfp021 — Benzo Free Podcast (Episodes 44 & 45): “A Conversation with Dr. Christy Huff.” — https://www.easinganxiety.com/post/a-conversation-with-dr-christy-huff-part-1-of-2-bfp044 — Benzo Free Podcast (Episodes 69 & 70): “Benzo Pharmacology, Dependence, and Advocacy: A Conversation with Dr. Robert Valuck.” — https://www.easinganxiety.com/post/conversation-with-dr-robert-valuck-part-1-of-2-bfp069 BENZO NEWS — Interview with Dr. Steven Wright and Carrie Silvernail on SiriusXM (April 10th)— https://www.benzoreform.org — “Medicating Normal” Screening and Panel (April 27th) — https://medicatingnormal.com/ The Podcast The Benzo Free Podcast provides information, support, and community to those who struggle with the long-term effects of anxiety medications such as benzodiazepines (Xanax, Ativan, Klonopin, Valium) and Z-drugs (Ambien, Lunesta, Sonata). WEBSITE: https://www.easinganxiety.com MAILING LIST: https://www.easinganxiety.com/subscribe YOUTUBE: https://www.youtube.com/@easinganx DISCLAIMER All content provided by Easing Anxiety is for general informational purposes only and should never be considered medical advice. Any 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. CREDITS Music provided / licensed by Storyblocks Audio — https://www.storyblocks.com Benzo Free Theme — Title: “Walk in the Park” — Artist: Neil Cross PRODUCTION Easing Anxiety is produced by… Denim Mountain Press https://www.denimmountainpress.com ©2022 Denim Mountain Press – All Rights Reserved