Launched in February 2019, the Benzo Free Podcast has become a lifeline of the benzo community providing information, support, and a personal connection to thousands struggling with benzodiazepine dependence and withdrawal (BIND). Hosted by D E Foster, the podcast blends personal stories, interviews, and a variety of facts and studies from a decade of research and lived experience. If you, or someone you know, has been affected by anxiety medication, you might want to check it out. Learn more on our website at https://easinganxiety.com/podcast.
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Launched in February 2019, the Benzo Free Podcast has become a lifeline of the benzo community providing information, support, and a personal connection to thousands struggling with benzodiazepine dependence and withdrawal (BIND). Hosted by D E Foster, the podcast blends personal stories, interviews, and a variety of facts and studies from a decade of research and lived experience. If you, or someone you know, has been affected by anxiety medication, you might want to check it out. Learn more on our website at https://easinganxiety.com/podcast.
Jacob Ressler is a licensed social worker, head moderator for the benzorecovery community on Reddit, and author of the book and founder of the support site, "Life Beyond Benzos." This is a great discussion. Join us.CHAPTERS0:00:00 Introduction0:01:15 About the Chair0:01:56 Theater Background0:04:00 Jake's Benzo Story0:10:10 Jake's Book: "Life Beyond Benzos"0:16:45 Working in the Support Groups0:19:51 Reddit Subgroup0:29:01 Open Expression vs. Censorship in Support0:30:19 There's No One Path0:31:03 "Amy" the Amygdala0:35:24 The Hero of Your Own Recovery0:36:37 Intermission: A Technical Interruption0:37:05 Intermission: A Bit About Our Community (uneven)0:39:19 Intermission: A Brief Meditation0:44:31 Intermission: And I'm Still Talking / Studio Tour0:46:13 And Jake Returns!0:48:33 Jake's Website and Coaching0:52:46 It's About Giving Back0:56:09 Jakes Clients & Their Caregivers0:58:31 Free vs. Paid Support1:04:23 Where You Can Find Jake1:11:57 Jake's Closing Words of AdviceREFERENCESBOOK: "Life Beyond Benzos"— https://a.co/d/6TRdv3m— by Jacob ResslerLife Beyond Benzos Recovery Coaching Services— https://lifebeyondbenzos.com— Founded by Jacob Resslerr/benzorecovery— https://www.reddit.com/r/benzorecovery/?rdt=44730— Benzo Recovery Reddit GroupRECODING INFO— RECORDED: Monday, December 9, 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).
The Benzo Free Podcast
Launched in February 2019, the Benzo Free Podcast has become a lifeline of the benzo community providing information, support, and a personal connection to thousands struggling with benzodiazepine dependence and withdrawal (BIND). Hosted by D E Foster, the podcast blends personal stories, interviews, and a variety of facts and studies from a decade of research and lived experience. If you, or someone you know, has been affected by anxiety medication, you might want to check it out. Learn more on our website at https://easinganxiety.com/podcast.
