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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.CHAPTERS0:00:00 Nerve pain, stress, and loneliness0:02:06 Three topics for today's episode0:02:48 1) Loneliness in BIND0:06:49 2) Processing new symptoms0:08:06 Obsessing, looping, and ruminating0:11:56 Not everything is a benzo symptom0:14:56 Conflicting advice and solutions0:15:42 What if this gets worse?0:16:37 Stress from worrying might make it worse0:17:05 Finding a good mindset0:18:11 3) Podcast stats and controversies0:19:02 I took some time off for healing0:20:29 Don't know what's said on social media0:21:41 BIND, setbacks, and negativity0:22:37 Foot pain and benzo brain0:23:30 Sharing my story…honestly0:27:34 My case is rare0:28:11 BIND and ABIND controversy0:33:03 My focus is benzos0:34:12 Everybody has the right to their opinion0:34:54 I'm staying true to being honest0:35:24 Signing off, and forgetting my closingRECODING INFO— RECORDED: Friday, May 31, 2024PODCAST SITELINKS— PODCAST WEBSITE: https://www.easinganxiety.com/benzofree— EASING ANXIETY: https://www.easinganxiety.com— YOUTUBE: https://youtube.com/@easinganx — X (TWITTER): https://twitter.com/@easinganxPODCAST SUMMARYThis 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 DISCLAIMERThe 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 PREVENTIONIf 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 MUSICAll music provided / licensed through Storyblocks (https://www.storyblocks.com)Benzo Free Theme Music— TITLE: Walk in the Park— ARTIST: Neil CrossPODCAST PRODUCTIONThe 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.CHAPTERS0:00:00 Welcome Back0:00:36 Frustration with Medical Community0:01:38 BIND Makes Life Harder0:02:30 My New Nerve Pain0:03:45 COVID, BIND, and New Symptoms0:05:11 The Cyclic Search for Symptom Cause0:06:04 Murphy Break / uneven podcast0:07:26 Symptoms and the Ongoing Struggle0:07:53 Foot Pain Live / Why I Still Have Symptoms0:09:08 Visualizations, Purpose, and Healing0:11:34 Symptom Progression Pattern0:13:32 Finding Good Info & Support0:16:12 Benzo Community Controversy0:16:32 Emotion vs. Reason0:19:07 Failings of the Medical System0:20:48 We Have to Keep Moving Forward0:20:59 Send Us Feedback0:22:32 It's a Long Road for Some of Us0:24:00 Wrapping Things UpREFERENCESPODCAST: COVID and Benzos: Immunity, Vaccines, Symptoms— https://www.easinganxiety.com/post/covid-and-benzos-immunity-vaccines-symptoms-bfp080When 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-bfp113RECODING INFO— RECORDED: Sunday, May 19, 2024— LOCATION: ColoradoPODCAST SITELINKS— PODCAST WEBSITE: https://www.easinganxiety.com/benzofree— EASING ANXIETY: https://www.easinganxiety.com— YOUTUBE: https://youtube.com/@easinganx — X (TWITTER): https://twitter.com/@easinganxPODCAST SUMMARYThis 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 DISCLAIMERThe 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 PREVENTIONIf 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 MUSICAll music provided / licensed through Storyblocks (https://www.storyblocks.com)Benzo Free Theme Music— TITLE: Walk in the Park— ARTIST: Neil CrossPODCAST PRODUCTIONThe 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.CHAPTERS0:00:00 Our New Format0:01:34 Setbacks & Honesty0:05:29 Happy to Be Back0:06:25 the "uneven" podcast0:10:47 Podcast Frequency0:11:59 Community Updates0:12:38 Raw, Unscripted, & Flawed0:13:28 How Are You Doing?0:16:11 Benzo Peer Training0:21:01 Research Update0:22:53 Where Benzo Studies Often Fail0:25:24 My Benzo Background0:27:38 Who Do You Trust for Info?0:31:36 Benzo Brain Break0:31:48 I Got Burned Out / Me Being Me0:33:27 It's Been a Rough Road0:34:41 ClosingREFERENCES"uneven" podcast— https://easinganxiety.com/unevenEasing Anxiety YouTube Channel— https://youtube.com/@EasingANXBenzo Peer Support Training— https://benzopeertraining.orgThe Alliance for Benzodiazepine Best Practices— https://benzoreform.orgBenzodiazepine Information Coalition (BIC)— https://benzoinfo.comBenzo Warrior— https://benzowarrior.comRECODING INFO— RECORDED: Wednesday, May 1, 2024— LOCATION: ColoradoPODCAST SITELINKS— PODCAST WEBSITE: httpwww.easinganxiety.com/benzofree— EASING ANXIETY: https://www.easinganxiety.com— YOUTUBE: https://youtube.com/@easinganx — X (TWITTER): https://twitter.com/@easinganxPODCAST SUMMARYThis 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 DISCLAIMERThe 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 PREVENTIONIf 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 MUSICAll music provided / licensed through Storyblocks (https://www.storyblocks.com)Benzo Free Theme Music— TITLE: Walk in the Park— ARTIST: Neil CrossPODCAST PRODUCTIONThe 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 CHAPTERS0:00:00 INTRODUCTION0:05:29 Learning About Christy0:08:46 Processing the Loss0:10:23 Tribute Web Page0:11:28 Christy’s Obit0:13:23 A Bit More About Christy0:15:19 Hard News to Accept0:17:49  Hope & Healing0:25:19 Celebrating Christy0:28:44 Being Respectful0:29:43 Checking In / Seek Support0:33:02 FEATURE0:34:01 Our 5th Anniversary0:35:17 Time Off to Heal0:36:18 Re-evaluating Priorities0:38:04 Florida Trip0:39:28 Research Update0:41:13 BAWG Co-Chair Resignation0:42:05 Peer Specialist Training Program0:44:00 Love of Podcasting0:45:22 Benzo Free Podcast is Back0:46:52 New Streamlined Process0:47:35 INTRODUCING “uneven”0:48:29 About the New Podcast0:49:53 How It’s Different0:51:35 Celebrating Our Failures and Flaws 0:52:26 Real and Raw and Honest0:53:35 A Calming, Human Voice0:54:56 Road Trips and Prequel0:56:55 Launching This Week0:59:39 Wrapping This Up0:59:39 Focus on Podcasts1:03:02 Thank You1:03:56 “uneven” Release Date1:04:50 CLOSING REFERENCESIntroduction (Christy Huff)—    Christy Huff Tribute Page — https://www.easinganxiety.com/post/tribute-to-dr-christy-huff (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/ (https://www.benzoinfo.com/2024/03/07/the-future-of-bic/)—    Benzo Free Podcast Interview with Dr. Christy Huffo  Part I: https://www.easinganxiety.com/post/a-conversation-with-dr-christy-huff-part-1-of-2-bfp044 (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 (https://www.easinganxiety.com/post/a-conversation-with-dr-christy-huff-part-2-of-2-bfp045) Feature—    TRAINING: Benzodiazepine Peer Training – https://benzopeertraining.org (https://benzopeertraining.org/)—    WORK GROUP: Benzodiazepine Action Work Group (BAWG) – https://benzoaction.org (https://benzoaction.org/) —    PODCAST: “uneven” – https://easinganxiety.com/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/ (https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/37919219/)  PODCAST SUMMARYThis 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. DISCLAIMERAll content provided on this YouTube channel is for general informational purposes only and should never be considered medical or health advice.

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 CHAPTERS00:00 INTRODUCTION00:16 Thanksgiving & Family03:11 Feedback Form Fixed04:18 Constructive Criticism06:33 Our Direction / Indecision07:22 Anxiety Management & BIND10:43 Our Focus on Mental Health13:52 Connecting with You15:55 Not Medical Advice16:33 How Ya Doin’?19:48 FEATURE 21:28 About the Course24:52 Benzos & Recovery (SUD)30:06 Learning from Recovery (SUD)31:20 Interaction & Discussion33:08 Teaching BIND36:10 Boundaries37:16 Patient Boundaries39:43 Caregiver Boundaries41:31 Categories of Symptoms48:37 Benzos and Alcohol52:21 Active Benzo Community54:25 You Got This!56:02 CLOSING  REFERENCESFeedback—    What Do You Want to See at Easing Anxiety? — https://easinganxiety.com/feedback (https://easinganxiety.com/feedback)Resources—    Benzo Peer Training — https://benzopeertraining.org (https://benzopeertraining.org/) —    BIND Symptoms (14 Categoreies) — https://easinganxiety.com/symptoms (https://easinganxiety.com/symptoms)  SITE LINKSVISIT US ONLINE — Website: https://www.easinganxiety.com (https://www.easinganxiety.com/) — YouTube: https://youtube.com/@easinganx (https://youtube.com/@easinganx) — Twitter: https://twitter.com/@easinganx (https://twitter.com/@easinganx) — Facebook: https://facebook.com/easinganxfb (https://facebook.com/easinganxfb) — Instagram: https://instagram.com/easinganx (https://instagram.com/easinganx) SUBSCRIBE / SUPPORT US — Join Our Mailing List: https://easinganxiety.com/subscribe (https://easinganxiety.com/subscribe) — Make a Donation: https://easinganxiety.com/donate (https://easinganxiety.com/donate)  PODCAST SUMMARYThis 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. DISCLAIMERAll 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 (https://www.easinganxiety.com/disclaimer).  MUSIC CREDITS— All music provided / licensed through Storyblocks (https://www.storyblocks.

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. D...