Anxiety and Fear: Anxiety Disorders Are Just ONE Fear | EP 335

Anxiety and Fear: Anxiety Disorders Are Just ONE Fear | EP 335

Author: Drew Linsalata January 14, 2026 Duration: 20:09
When you have an anxiety disorder, it can feel like your list of fears and triggers just keeps getting longer. You might have started being afraid of one or two things, but now it seems like everything sets you off. Driving, being home alone, intrusive thoughts, physical sensations, even opening a new bottle of medication. Despite what it feels like, you're actually only afraid of one thing. All those different triggers lead to the same place, no matter how varied they seem. Whether it's a ...

If panic, anxiety, or agoraphobia have made your world feel smaller, you're not navigating this alone. The Anxious Truth-A Panic, Anxiety, and Mental Health Podcast is a direct, compassionate resource hosted by Drew Linsalata, born from his own journey through these challenges. This isn't about quick fixes or vague inspiration; it's a practical guide that breaks down how anxiety works and lays out a clear, actionable path toward recovery. Episodes delve into the mechanics of panic attacks, the realities of avoidance, and the hard but rewarding work of reclaiming your life, offering education and straight talk that empowers you to move forward. The podcast has garnered recognition for its honest approach, being featured in the New York Times as one of "6 Podcasts to Soothe An Anxious Mind" and included in Vogue's list of therapist-recommended mental health podcasts. Tuning in, you'll find a voice that understands the fear but firmly believes in your capacity to overcome it, providing the tools and encouragement needed to shift from surviving to thriving. This podcast serves as a core part of a broader community and resource set, encouraging a consistent, engaged approach to healing.
Author: Language: English Episodes: 100

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Podcast Episodes
EP 253 - Introducing A New Anxiety Recovery Resource [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 12:23
This week I want to introduce you to a new anxiety and mental health resource. Disordered: Anxiety Help with me and Joshua Fletcher (aka "AnxietyJosh").Josh popped in to chat about why we started Disordered, what we hope…
EP 252 - Trauma and Anxiety Recovery: Conflicting Messages? [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 18:53
Trauma And Anxiety. Are There Conflicting Messages In Recovery? Trauma and anxiety often co-exist. That's not news. For many in this community, the lingering effects of traumatic experiences are real, and they can impact…
Favorite Episodes From The Anxious Truth Back Catalog [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 5:06
No new podcast this week, but we'll be back next week with episode 252. I asked my Facebook group which of the old podcast episodes they like the most and these are a few that came up often in the discussion: Episode 150…
EP 250 - Afraid During A Panic Attack, Or Afraid Of Panic Attacks? [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 18:45
Afraid During A Panic Attack ... Or Afraid OF Panic Attacks?This is one of those recovery concepts what will make you tilt your head and wonder what I'm talking about. But there is a difference between being afraid durin…
EP 249 - Examining Body Dysmorphic Disorder w/Robyn Stern, LCSW [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 39:23
Examining Body Dysmorphic DisorderBody Dysmorphic Disorder (BDD) is a condition in which a person sees - and becomes excessively focused on - problems or "defects" in their appearance that nobody else sees. This can beco…

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