Regular Emotions ... or Anxiety Recovery Problem? | EP 341

Regular Emotions ... or Anxiety Recovery Problem? | EP 341

Author: Drew Linsalata April 8, 2026 Duration: 25:45
Want to talk about what you heard today? Interact with me and others that understand your experience on the Disordered Community app. https://disordered.fm/community ---- In this episode, we tackle a common trap: viewing every uncomfortable emotion through the lens of anxiety recovery. When you spend months practicing desensitization, acceptance, tolerance, and exposure, it is easy to mislabel normal human stress as a setback, a relapse, or a recovery problem. Disordered vs. Non-Disordered An...

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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Duration: 21:48
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Medication for Anxiety: Why We're Not Talking About It | Ep 320 [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 23:19
I get asked about medication every single day. Can you get better without it? Is it necessary? What's the best one? Is it cheating to take medication? Today I'm explaining why I don't answer these questions - and why you…
How Do We Use Mindfulness In Anxiety Therapy? (Part 2) | EP 319 [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 33:53
How do real anxiety therapists apply mindfulness principles when working with real anxiety clients in real therapy sessions? Let's check out part two of my chat with therapists Lauren Rosen and Joanna Hardis. We all make…
Mindfulness in Anxiety Treatment (Part 1) | EP 318 [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 40:06
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OMG! Nothing Works For My Anxiety!!! | EP 317 [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 23:47
If you've reached the point of declaring "I've tried everything and nothing works for my anxiety," this episode is specifically for you. Many anxiety sufferers fall into this trap and conclude they're uniquely broken or…
Driving Anxiety and Driving Exposure | EP 315 [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 30:39
Navigating driving anxiety with exposure therapy—but not how you might think. In this episode, Drew Linsalata (therapist, author, and former anxiety sufferer) challenges common misconceptions about addressing driving anx…
Anxiety Recovery:  Acceptance Is Better Than Control | EP 314 [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 29:49
When struggling with chronic anxiety or anxiety disorders, our instinct is often to search for ways to control, manage, or eliminate our symptoms. But what if that approach is actually keeping us stuck? This week we're l…
Common Questions About Anxiety From ... You! | EP 313 [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 36:46
In this no-frills episode of The Anxious Truth, I'm tackling common questions about anxiety sent in by you, the listeners. No fancy production today - just real talk about real anxiety concerns. We're diving into: 00:00…
Your Anxiety Is Not Special (This Is Good News) | EP 312 [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 24:26
This week we're looking at why the anxious fear that bothers you most is NOT special - and why that's actually good news for your recovery. After receiving countless messages asking me to address specific fears (passing…