Benzo withdrawal is personal. It’s intimate. And most of all, it can be very isolating. Fear and loneliness are pervasive in withdrawal and we frequently crave understanding, compassion, and connection. But does it really have to be that way? In today’s episode, I share my thoughts and struggles with anxiety, symptoms, fear, and loneliness from a recent road trip to Kansas City. We also have a question about hypochondria, a story from California, and a brief discussion about the loss of social skills. https://www.easinganxiety.com/post/benzo-mornings-anxiety-symptoms-and-loneliness-bfp071Video ID: BFP071 Chapters
Benzo withdrawal is personal. It’s intimate. And most of all, it can be very isolating. Fear and loneliness are pervasive in withdrawal and we frequently crave understanding, compassion, and connection. But does it really have to be that way?
In today’s episode, I share my thoughts and struggles with anxiety, symptoms, fear, and loneliness from a recent road trip to Kansas City. We also have a question about hypochondria, a story from California, and a brief discussion about the loss of social skills.
https://www.easinganxiety.com/post/benzo-mornings-anxiety-symptoms-and-loneliness-bfp071
Video ID: BFP071
Chapters
00:00 Theme
00:57 INTRODUCTION
03:05 Social Awkwardness
06:10 MAILBAG: Hypochondria
12:10 BENZO STORY: Kim’s Story
21:40 FEATURE: Introduction
23:23 Good Morning / Morning Anxiety
25:28 Back to Basics
26:35 Alone on the Road
28:46 A Place to Recharge
30:51 Knowing Ourselves
32:58 Benzo Moments / Differences
34:35 Getting Up
35:47 Good Evening
36:18 I Still Struggle / Mistakes
38:25 Anxiety is a Lonely Business
43:23 Distancing / Taking Chances
45:37 Connecting with You
51:33 Closing
53:40 MOMENT OF PEACE
Resources
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BENZO STORY
- Benzodiazepine Information Coalition (BIC)
Introduction
Today’s intro was short. I spoke briefly about a new symptom of mine, TMJ, and explored the loss of social skills some of us may face as we heal from benzo withdrawal.
Mailbag
In today’s mailbag we explored a question from Chris in Melbourne, Australia about hypochondria and the insatiable quest for answers about our ongoing parade of symptoms.
Benzo Story
Today’s story is one of hope from Kim in California.
Feature
Today’s feature is a unique one. I share my thoughts and struggles during those alone times on the road. It’s almost become a tradition here on the Benzo Free Podcast, that when I take a road trip I record my musings from the road, from the hotel rooms, and from those difficult mornings we all face. And this recent trip to Kansas City a couple of weeks back, was no different.
In today’s feature, I discuss the consistent loneliness and isolation we face, especially when we are without, or away from, those we love. I also talk about the lack of true understanding from those around us for what the experience of benzo withdrawal is truly like, the mistakes I’ve made along the way, and the habits many of us practice which isolate us and even push others away just when we need them the most.
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).
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Benzo Free Theme
— Title: “Walk in the Park”
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