So, you can't sleep? Thoughts are endless, energy is relentless, and comfort has evaded you. What do you do when insomnia strikes? As for me, I record a podcast. Join me for one of our classic recordings on a restless night of rumination. Listen here on our primary podcast carriers: Podbean and YouTube... Or on these other carriers too: Apple / Spotify / Amazon / iHeart / Podchaser Chapters 0:00:00 i can't sleep (12:54 am) 0:01:00 my two choices on a sleepless night 0:02:42 insomnia, akathisia, & nerve pain 0:05:42 the rumination rhumba 0:08:57 the little green light 0:10:16 where are you at? / finding sleep 0:12:00 the sleep window 0:13:52 the times we feel most alone 0:16:23 bob ross and happy accidents 0:19:40 fear, pain, and the unknown 0:21:44 a mindful approach 0:25:51 it's all gonna be okay 0:27:22 what if this is a happy accident? 0:28:55 the akathisia is back (2:14 am) 0:31:17 videos, podcasts, and some sleep 0:33:06 thinking & theories 0:34:50 society's serious shift 0:35:58 "the martian," a comedy? 0:38:20 the progression of james bond 0:39:26 the change in color 0:42:45 old sitcoms & a little bit of levity 0:46:29 a movie geek 0:47:46 the snipe hunt begins (3:09 am) 0:50:13 what did i eat? 0:52:17 what else did i do? 0:53:26 we're all looking for answers 0:55:42 time to let murphy out (6:46 am) 0:56:21 sometimes we just don't sleep well 0:57:33 time to record a different episode of the podcast 0:58:32 thank you References the uneven community — https://uneven.life — Free access through January 31, 2025 Recording Info — RECORDED: Wednesday, December 18, 2024 — LOCATION: Colorado The Podcast PODCAST SITELINKS — PODCAST WEBSITE: https://www.unevenpodcast.com — EASING ANXIETY: https://www.easinganxiety.com — YOUTUBE: https://youtube.com/@easinganx — X (TWITTER): https://twitter.com/@easinganx PODCAST SUMMARY Welcome to “uneven,” a podcast about life, anxiety, and being human. In such a chaotic world, how do we better our lives and the lives of those around us? Maybe, just maybe, we might find a few solutions together. Join veteran podcaster D E Foster as he explores the intimate struggles so many of us experience — often in silence. I hope you’ll join us. PODCAST DISCLAIMER The uneven 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) uneven theme music — TITLE: From the Earth — ARTIST: Humans Win — PUBLISHER: Lance Conrad (BMI) PODCAST PRODUCTION The Uneven Podcast is part of the Easing Anxiety network (https://easinganxiety.com) and is a production of Denim Mountain Press (https://denimmountainpress.com).

Jacob Ressler is a licensed social worker, head moderator for the benzorecovery community on Reddit, and author of the book and founder of the support site, "Life Beyond Benzos." This is a great discussion. Join us. Listen here on YouTube... Or on these other carriers too: Apple / Spotify / Amazon / Blubrry / Pandora / Podbean Chapters 0:00:00 Introduction 0:01:15 About the Chair 0:01:56 Theater Background 0:04:00 Jake's Benzo Story 0:10:10 Jake's Book: "Life Beyond Benzos" 0:16:45 Working in the Support Groups 0:19:51 Reddit Subgroup 0:29:01 Open Expression vs. Censorship in Support 0:30:19 There's No One Path 0:31:03 "Amy" the Amygdala 0:35:24 The Hero of Your Own Recovery 0:36:37 Intermission: A Technical Interruption 0:37:05 Intermission: A Bit About Our Community (uneven) 0:39:19 Intermission: A Brief Meditation 0:44:31 Intermission: And I'm Still Talking / Studio Tour 0:46:13 And Jake Returns! 0:48:33 Jake's Website and Coaching 0:52:46 It's About Giving Back 0:56:09 Jakes Clients & Their Caregivers 0:58:31 Free vs. Paid Support 1:04:23 Where You Can Find Jake 1:11:57 Jake's Closing Words of Advice References BOOK: "Life Beyond Benzos" — https://a.co/d/6TRdv3m — by Jacob Ressler Life Beyond Benzos Recovery Coaching Services — https://lifebeyondbenzos.com — Founded by Jacob Ressler r/benzorecovery — https://www.reddit.com/r/benzorecovery/?rdt=44730 — Benzo Recovery Reddit Group Recording Info — RECORDED: Monday, December 9, 2024 — LOCATION: Colorado The Podcast 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).

Do you see the world around you as friend or foe? Do you believe there is one path, or many? Do you welcome differing opinions, or is that thought overwhelming? Join D as he reviews a few guidelines from the uneven community as they might apply to life. Listen here on our primary podcast carriers: Podbean and YouTube... Or on these other carriers too: Apple / Spotify / Amazon / iHeart / Podchaser Chapters 0:00:00 welcome to uneven live 0:01:26 join us at uneven / free access another month 0:04:00 another sleepless night (insomnia) 0:07:13 happy holidays 0:07:57 jotting down ideas 0:09:11 how do you see the world? friend or foe 0:13:58 my approach (as a friend) 0:14:52 changing our perspective, our mindset 0:17:07 a look at our community guidelines 0:19:54 say hello to santa 0:21:57 back to the guidelines 0:22:51 a friendly space 0:25:47 everyone is different 0:28:50 compassionate responsibility 0:31:52 open & honest conversations 0:34:23 balance, moderation & common sense 0:36:08 respect personal privacy 0:37:43 no medical advice 0:38:41 comments - harm from doctors / big pharma 0:42:21 our soft opening / a community-driven site 0:42:47 wrapping things up 0:44:03 rising above our setbacks 0:45:02 closing comments Recording Info — RECORDED: Thursday, December 19, 2024 — LOCATION: Colorado The Podcast PODCAST SITELINKS — PODCAST WEBSITE: https://www.unevenpodcast.com — EASING ANXIETY: https://www.easinganxiety.com — YOUTUBE: https://youtube.com/@easinganx — X (TWITTER): https://twitter.com/@easinganx PODCAST SUMMARY Welcome to “uneven,” a podcast about life, anxiety, and being human. In such a chaotic world, how do we better our lives and the lives of those around us? Maybe, just maybe, we might find a few solutions together. Join veteran podcaster D E Foster as he explores the intimate struggles so many of us experience — often in silence. I hope you’ll join us. PODCAST DISCLAIMER The uneven 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) uneven theme music — TITLE: From the Earth — ARTIST: Humans Win — PUBLISHER: Lance Conrad (BMI) PODCAST PRODUCTION The Uneven Podcast is part of the Easing Anxiety network (https://easinganxiety.com) and is a production of Denim Mountain Press (https://denimmountainpress.com).

Welcome to "uneven live!" This is the first of our live weekly episodes recorded right here in the uneven community @ uneven.life. In today's show we discussed community, relationships, anxiety, marriage, koosh balls, and much more. Listen here on our primary podcast carriers: Podbean and YouTube... Or on these other carriers too: Apple / Spotify / Amazon / iHeart / Podchaser Chapters 0:00:00 welcome to uneven 0:02:50 uneven studio tour 0:03:53 uneven live on thursdays 0:05:42 never too polished 0:06:22 the things we don't talk about 0:08:14 join us in the uneven community 0:08:50 extending our free launch another month 0:11:26 uneven is community driven 0:12:35 live | anxiety | medication 0:17:11 mourning and celebrating aloneness 0:20:45 complaints and conflict in marriage 0:23:58 clarification of community focus 0:25:37 ponderings and pit stains 0:26:21 being okay with our authentic self 0:27:41 anxiety and koosh balls 0:29:37 losing my way / coping crafts 0:32:01 becoming comfortable with yourself 0:34:29 losing our sense of self 0:35:27 you're enough, so be kind to yourself 0:38:20 wrapping things up 0:39:40 a closing slogan, anyone? References the uneven community — https://uneven.life — Join now for free Recording Info — RECORDED: Thursday, December 12, 2024 — LOCATION: Colorado The Podcast PODCAST SITELINKS — PODCAST WEBSITE: https://www.unevenpodcast.com — EASING ANXIETY: https://www.easinganxiety.com — YOUTUBE: https://youtube.com/@easinganx — X (TWITTER): https://twitter.com/@easinganx PODCAST SUMMARY Welcome to “uneven,” a podcast about life, anxiety, and being human. In such a chaotic world, how do we better our lives and the lives of those around us? Maybe, just maybe, we might find a few solutions together. Join veteran podcaster D E Foster as he explores the intimate struggles so many of us experience — often in silence. I hope you’ll join us. PODCAST DISCLAIMER The uneven 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) uneven theme music — TITLE: From the Earth — ARTIST: Humans Win — PUBLISHER: Lance Conrad (BMI) PODCAST PRODUCTION The Uneven Podcast is part of the Easing Anxiety network (https://easinganxiety.com) and is a production of Denim Mountain Press (https://denimmountainpress.com).

Dr. Josef Witt-Doerring is a psychiatrist who has worked at the FDA, numerous pharmaceutical companies, and now operates a virtual taper clinic helping individuals deal with adverse reactions to psychiatric drugs. Our conversation addresses psychiatric drug issues, benzos, antidepressants, tapering, finding hope, dietary interventions, protracted withdrawal (BIND), ASAM Guidelines, and so much more. This is one you don't want to miss! Listen here on YouTube... Or on these other carriers too: Apple / Spotify / Amazon / Blubrry / Pandora / Podbean Chapters 0:00:00 Introduction 0:00:53 Bio for Dr. Josef Witt-Doerring 0:02:27 A studio under construction 0:02:58 Where are you located? 0:03:54 Chatting about Dr. Ritvo 0:05:46 When did you start TaperClinic? 0:07:07 What medications did you work on? 0:08:10 What got you interested in psychiatric drug issues? 0:10:45 Insights on the FDA and Big Pharma? 0:15:58 Any interest/money in researching protracted conditions? 0:17:37 Adverse Condition Reporting in the FDA 0:18:39 Antidepressants and the PSSD petition 0:20:00 Frustration with the pace of change 0:20:56 Coming changes with politics and the FDA 0:21:25 Which drugs are you working with? 0:22:08 How do you support someone on multiple psych meds? 0:24:05 Dietary interventions / Obesity 0:25:57 Deprescribing from multiple meds 0:28:15 Deprescribing is about feeling better 0:31:49 Duration and Dosage / Doctor Warnings 0:32:08 What lead you to start TaperClinic? 0:34:20 Protracted benzo withdrawal / BIND 0:35:58 ASAM Deprescribing Guidelines 0:37:00 Prescribing awareness without deprescribing guidance 0:41:54 Eliminating the 2 week benzo detox 0:43:52 Have you seen different symptoms from different drugs? 0:45:31 Catastrophic fear state of protracted benzo w/d 0:46:53 Finding Hope / Functional Medicine 0:52:09 Is it the benzos? / Getting tested 0:53:38 Hypersensitivity in BIND 0:55:31 What services do you provide at TaperClinic? 0:57:03 YouTube Channel (@DrJosef) / Dr. Josef on X 0:58:58 Answering "Will I Heal Completely?" 1:01:38 Job opening with Dr. Josef 1:02:26 uneven.life / A place to give back 1:03:30 Wrapping things up References About Dr. Josef Witt-Doerring — https://taperclinic.com/dr-josef-witt-doerring/ American Society for Addiction Medicine (ASAM) — https://www.asam.org/ BIND Information — https://easinganxiety.com/BIND FDA Boxed Warning on Benzodiazepines (2020) — https://www.fda.gov/drugs/fda-drug-safety-podcasts/fda-requiring-boxed-warning-updated-improve-safe-use-benzodiazepine-drug-classhttps://www.fda.gov/drugs/fda-drug-safety-podcasts/fda-requiring-boxed-warning-updated-improve-safe-use-benzodiazepine-drug-class TaperClinic — https://taperclinic.com — Step into life, step off medications Recording Info — RECORDED: Thursday, November 14, 2024 — LOCATION: Colorado The Podcast 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).

I've recorded episodes in and around my own medical procedures before, but never from the caregiver's point-of-view. Today, I do just that. A bit of anxiety, a bit of relief, and a lot of introspection. Listen here on our primary podcast carriers: Podbean and YouTube... Or on these other carriers too: Apple / Spotify / Amazon / iHeart / Podchaser Chapters 0:00:00 welcome / uneven.life 0:01:46 my wife's surgery 0:02:17 we haven't talked for a little while 0:03:33 the crazy circus in my brain 0:05:04 the worry of medical procedures 0:06:56 relocation / room noise 0:08:52 a bit out-of-breath 0:10:01 stressful events in our lives 0:11:14 anxiety and keeping busy 0:13:00 distraction is a short-term solution only 0:16:28 negative emotions aren't always negative 0:17:07 sharing myself, my own form of distraction 0:18:37 our flagship podcast for our new community 0:19:43 about uneven.life / this is where I'm at 0:22:26 i'm a little worried 0:23:49 so how you doin'? 0:24:51 life is uneven 0:26:18 "everything's going to be okay" 0:27:33 in the car during surgery 0:28:35 emotions tied to a hospital setting 0:29:57 slowing down for a while 0:35:02 day after the surgery 0:36:20 needing to be needed 0:39:51 what if everything goes right? 0:41:09 wrapping things up Recording Info — RECORDED: Wednesday, November 13, 2024 — LOCATION: Colorado The Podcast PODCAST SITELINKS — PODCAST WEBSITE: https://www.unevenpodcast.com — EASING ANXIETY: https://www.easinganxiety.com — YOUTUBE: https://youtube.com/@easinganx — X (TWITTER): https://twitter.com/@easinganx PODCAST SUMMARY Welcome to “uneven,” a podcast about life, anxiety, and being human. In such a chaotic world, how do we better our lives and the lives of those around us? Maybe, just maybe, we might find a few solutions together. Join veteran podcaster D E Foster as he explores the intimate struggles so many of us experience — often in silence. I hope you’ll join us. PODCAST DISCLAIMER The uneven 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) uneven theme music — TITLE: From the Earth — ARTIST: Humans Win — PUBLISHER: Lance Conrad (BMI) PODCAST PRODUCTION The Uneven Podcast is part of the Easing Anxiety network (https://easinganxiety.com) and is a production of Denim Mountain Press (https://denimmountainpress.com).

Today I recorded our first live podcast from our new online community, "uneven." We explored the dependence vs. addiction (SUD) debate, discussed the sensitivities to stimuli many of us face, and took a brief tour of our new site. I hope you'll join us. Listen here on YouTube... Or on these other carriers too: Apple / Spotify / Amazon / Blubrry / Pandora / Podbean Chapters 0:00:00 Welcome 0:00:55 Recording Video / New Software 0:02:36 Launch of the uneven community 0:08:13 A Brief Studio Tour 0:09:23 About the Podcast 0:11:41 Helping Someone Log Into the Live Stream 0:13:22 One More Thing on uneven (status) 0:14:22 Keeping in Touch with You 0:15:55 Creating Space for Other Medications 0:17:52 Reminder of What People Are Going Through 0:23:42 Addiction, Dependence, and SUD 0:30:55 How to Handle Sensitive Content 0:32:35 A Friendly Space 0:38:34 Election and Anxiety 0:39:16 Closing Thoughts References An uneven life — https://uneven.life — A new online community for those who struggle with life, anxiety, medication. Recording Info — RECORDED: Sunday, November 3, 2024 — LOCATION: Colorado The Podcast 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).

When we struggle with a chronic condition, life moves so very slowly. Getting through each day can be a hurdle all by itself. Keeping busy helps, but it's superficial, and at best temporary. So what's the answer? What are we missing? Listen here on our primary podcast carriers: Podbean and YouTube... Or on these other carriers too: Apple / Spotify / Amazon / iHeart / Podchaser Chapters 0:00:00 the sneeze heard 'round the world 0:03:52 in the back yard murphy 0:04:59 today got away from me 0:05:21 a bit about our new community 0:06:48 a bit about murphy and his barking 0:08:02 a bit more about our new community 0:09:51 a little bit more barking 0:10:39 said hi to some friends 0:11:11 we have to have hope 0:11:29 what are you doing with your time? 0:12:22 "Happier" by Tal Ben-Shahar 0:12:58 lost without a purpose 0:14:56 find something to occupy your mind and spirit 0:16:55 find that purpose for yourself 0:17:28 wrapping things up References Happier by Tal Ben-Shahar — https://www.amazon.com/Happier-Learn-Secrets-Lasting-Fulfillment/dp/0071492399 Recording Info — RECORDED: Friday, October 4, 2024 — LOCATION: Colorado The Podcast PODCAST SITELINKS — PODCAST WEBSITE: https://www.unevenpodcast.com — EASING ANXIETY: https://www.easinganxiety.com — YOUTUBE: https://youtube.com/@easinganx — X (TWITTER): https://twitter.com/@easinganx PODCAST SUMMARY Welcome to “uneven,” a podcast about life, anxiety, and being human. In such a chaotic world, how do we better our lives and the lives of those around us? Maybe, just maybe, we might find a few solutions together. Join veteran podcaster D E Foster as he explores the intimate struggles so many of us experience — often in silence. I hope you’ll join us. PODCAST DISCLAIMER The uneven 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) uneven theme music — TITLE: From the Earth — ARTIST: Humans Win — PUBLISHER: Lance Conrad (BMI) PODCAST PRODUCTION The Uneven Podcast is part of the Easing Anxiety network (https://easinganxiety.com) and is a production of Denim Mountain Press (https://denimmountainpress.com).

We finally launched our new "uneven" community, and we hope you will check it out today for FREE. In today's episode, we catch up a bit on benzo symptoms and share some details of our new community. Join us at "uneven.life" and I'll see you there. Listen here on YouTube... Or on these other carriers too: Apple / Spotify / Amazon / Blubrry / Pandora / Podbean Chapters 0:00:00 We finally did it… 0:00:32 Try and Keep this Brief 0:01:06 We are Benzo People 0:01:46 My BIND Update 0:03:18 Recent Success Stories 0:04:01 Where Are You at Now? 0:05:00 About Our New Community 0:06:18 What if You Had One Place? 0:08:00 Flagship Podcast: uneven 0:08:33 It's called "uneven" 0:09:26 Our New Domain: uneven.life 0:09:38 Who Is the Community For? 0:10:30 A Community of Spaces 0:11:57 When Is the Launch? 0:12:46 Is There a Cost? 0:13:48 Why Am I Charging a Fee in 2025? 0:14:56 A Place to Give Back: Our Guides 0:15:31 Time for Me to Make a Living 0:16:30 Features of the Community 0:18:52 The Best Feature: The People 0:21:51 Collaboration Is Key for Us 0:24:31 Perks of Joining the Community Now 0:25:11 Benefits of a Small Community 0:25:57 This Is Where I Will Be 0:27:17 Founding Member Status 0:27:45 The Founders Club 0:28:31 Got to uneven.life, and sign on now 0:28:53 Don't forget to complete your profile 0:29:47 A Community of People Who "Get It" 0:30:44 Signing Out References the uneven community (uneven.life) — https://uneven.life — Visit here to sign on as a Founding Member Recording Info — RECORDED: Wednesday, October 2, 2024 — LOCATION: Colorado The Podcast 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).

The Announcement It's taken a long, long time, but it's finally here. Today, we launched our brand new "uneven community." This is it. This the culmination of all the work we've done at Easing Anxiety for the past six years. While it's still in construction mode and our official launch isn't until January, it is mostly completed and we'd love to have your help with the finishing touches. Whether you are struggling with anxiety, the complications of anxiety medications (benzos), or just the general complexities of modern day life, this community might just be for you. And, now is the time to join us. Why? Well, hang on and I'll tell you. uneven.life Community Features The uneven community is built on the robust, yet simple to use Mighty Networks platform. It has most of the functionality of a Facebook type interface, but without the ads, the selling of data, and the intrusive trolls. You see, uneven is private. As is your data. Here are some of the features of this new community: A clean and simple interface that you can learn in minutes, including a dedicated app for iPhone and Android. Direct messaging, chat rooms, & threaded chats to connect one-on-one or in specialized groups. A growing list of dedicated topic spaces, each with its own activity feed, event list, and chat room. Polls, prompts, posts, and questions that bring more people into the conversation. Office hours & live events where you can gather with our hosts, moderators, and other members. Community-wide search to find just what you're looking for, and the ability to save posts for you to quickly come back to your favorites. And coming in 2025, support groups, courses, in-person events, and much more. The Special Offer Here's what you get if you sign on now: Free access to the community throughout 2024 Discounted membership throughout 2025 Founding member status including a badge on your profile Access to the exclusive "founders club" Benefits of a small community with more attention from our guides An opportunity to help us design this community from day one uneven.life I hope to see you online soon. Best always, D :)

Have you ever been afraid to speak up? To voice your opinion? Have you held your tongue because you didn't want to lose friends? Well, you're not alone. In today's podcast, D chats about the when, where, and how of speaking our minds amid controversy. Listen here on our primary podcast carriers: Podbean and YouTube... Or on these other carriers too: Apple / Spotify / Amazon / iHeart / Podchaser Chapters 0:00:00 the fall rain & some football 0:03:00 life lesson from sports 0:04:18 the anxiety of silencing our speech 0:06:31 a conflict avoider for some time 0:07:58 when should i speak out? 0:08:54 activism and righteousness 0:10:31 crucial learning study 0:14:54 labeling and dehumanizing 0:15:52 we have similar core values 0:17:16 shempa: that guttural reaction 0:19:59 when and how to speak up 0:23:15 weighing the risk of speaking out 0:25:31 you may be wrong 0:25:45 my experience speaking up 0:26:35 our values change 0:27:30 the internet, digital media, & negativity 0:30:36 the uneven community 0:32:26 murphy barks at the neighbors 0:33:26 the opinion topic space 0:36:31 tips for talking about controversial topics 0:37:41 get info from both sides 0:38:23 lead with kindness & respect 0:39:21 listen more than you speak 0:39:49 "help me understand…" 0:41:05 odds are you are at least partly wrong 0:41:42 people are more than just labels 0:42:15 just another person getting through the day 0:43:36 i think i'm a good person 0:45:23 wrapping things up References "Don't Bite the Hook" by Pema Chodron — https://www.amazon.com/Dont-Bite-Hook-Resentment-Destructive/dp/1590304349 — Pema speaks about anger and introduces us to the Buddhist concept of "shempa." New Study Shows People Have Never Been More Afraid to Speak Their Minds — https://www.prnewswire.com/news-releases/new-study-shows-people-have-never-been-more-afraid-to-speak-their-minds-301420083.html — PR Newswire, Nov. 9, 2021 Recording Info — RECORDED: Sunday, September 22, 2024 — LOCATION: Colorado The Podcast PODCAST SITELINKS — PODCAST WEBSITE: https://www.unevenpodcast.com — EASING ANXIETY: https://www.easinganxiety.com — YOUTUBE: https://youtube.com/@easinganx — X (TWITTER): https://twitter.com/@easinganx PODCAST SUMMARY Welcome to “uneven,” a podcast about life, anxiety, and being human. In such a chaotic world, how do we better our lives and the lives of those around us? Maybe, just maybe, we might find a few solutions together. Join veteran podcaster D E Foster as he explores the intimate struggles so many of us experience — often in silence. I hope you’ll join us. PODCAST DISCLAIMER The uneven 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) uneven theme music — TITLE: From the Earth — ARTIST: Humans Win — PUBLISHER: Lance Conrad (BMI) PODCAST PRODUCTION The Uneven Podcast is part of the Easing Anxiety network (https://easinganxiety.com) and is a production of Denim Mountain Press (https://denimmountainpress.com).

Peace and relaxation are the endless quest for those of us struggling with anxiety. But, sometimes help is found in the strangest of places. Today, we explore YouTube and its vast array of relaxing background videos. Take a break and join us. Listen here on our primary podcast carriers: Podbean and YouTube... Or on these other carriers too: Apple / Spotify / Amazon / iHeart / Podchaser Chapters 0:00:00 sitting in my living room 0:01:03 more regular content 0:01:30 relaxation is hard 0:02:21 tools to manage anxiety 0:02:57 youtube: the good & the bad 0:04:35 jazz café channels 0:05:38 scenery channels 0:06:00 weather channels 0:06:21 futuristic content 0:06:49 how to find relaxing content 0:07:27 so much content on youtube 0:08:47 in closing Recording Info — RECORDED: Tuesday, September 17, 2024 — LOCATION: Colorado The Podcast PODCAST SITELINKS — PODCAST WEBSITE: https://www.unevenpodcast.com — EASING ANXIETY: https://www.easinganxiety.com — YOUTUBE: https://youtube.com/@easinganx — X (TWITTER): https://twitter.com/@easinganx PODCAST SUMMARY Welcome to “uneven,” a podcast about life, anxiety, and being human. In such a chaotic world, how do we better our lives and the lives of those around us? Maybe, just maybe, we might find a few solutions together. Join veteran podcaster D E Foster as he explores the intimate struggles so many of us experience — often in silence. I hope you’ll join us. PODCAST DISCLAIMER The uneven 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) uneven theme music — TITLE: From the Earth — ARTIST: Humans Win — PUBLISHER: Lance Conrad (BMI) PODCAST PRODUCTION The Uneven Podcast is part of the Easing Anxiety network (https://easinganxiety.com) and is a production of Denim Mountain Press (https://denimmountainpress.com).