DARE: Panic & Anxiety Relief Podcast

Thanks for making this available. Really valuable content. God bless you!

If you appreciate a blunt, tell it like it is approach, then you may find this podcast helpful. I think the app is great where Barry records all of the audio and has a much more calming, empathetic way with words. The two women who lead this podcast make great analogies and metaphors for handling anxiety and panic but it often feels like they are shouting at you or are dismissive of your feelings. This may be hard for someone who is in the middle of their struggle because there is a lack of compassion and empathy in the way they talk about handling and coping with anxiety. I found their audio to be more agitating to my anxiety and I always feel discouraged because they make sitting in your discomfort sound easier than it is. When you are in extreme distress and discomfort, it’s not easy to just ignore or go about living your life. They fail to capture and address how difficult and excruciating that is and I think you are better off working directly with a licensed practitioner, preferably a psychologist. If this podcast is helpful for others, that is wonderful, but I’d like to share the other side of that because it may not be helpful for everyone.

I’ve struggled with overwhelming anxiety for years, but dealt with a serious setback back in April. The DARE app was a lifesaver at that time, but this podcast has provided me with plenty of “aha!” moments. Episode 49 has been the most helpful yet - the only podcast episode saved on my account! Thank you for all of your insight. 🙏

I was unable to eat or leave my apartment due to severe panic disorder. DARE made me feel less alone and brought me to a full recovery. I am forever grateful for this method and the DARE community. I hope others who suffer also find relief with these steps.