You do not end an anxiety problem by trying to be calm. You end it by acting bravely!Break free from anxiety and panic attacks and get back to living your life to its fullest with the help of DARE - Amazon's #1 best-selling anxiety book and one of the highest-rated anxiety apps.Learn more about DARE here: www.dareresponse.com
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Therapeutic Life Healing: anxiety, anxiety relief, therapy, wellbeing, mental health
Eidit Choochage
Welcome to Therapeutic Life Health the podcast show that will be a guide for you on your healing journey in life. Here you will find topics related to mental health, personal development and wellness. I am a Psychotherapist, but more than that I too am a person that has experienced clinical depression, anxiety and know grief and loss all too well. I created this podcast to make healing more accessible for people just like you and I on their healing journey. Here you will find advice to help ...
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Thank you for tuning in to the DARE podcast. We've really enjoyed making these episodes, but unfortunately, due to time constraints, we'll only be focusing on YouTube content going forward as well as content for the DARE app. So head over to our YouTube channel for videos full of tips and success stories on overcoming anxiety and panic attacks. You…
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When Anxiety Doesn't Equal Danger | EP 062
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In this podcast episode, DARE coaches Michelle Cavanaugh and Aida Beco's discussion emphasized the importance of distinguishing between calmness and safety, challenging the misconception that not being calm equates to danger. They covered topics such as trauma, the coexistence of anxiety with conditions like eating disorders, and the application of…
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Navigating Panic Attacks and Cultivating Acceptance in the Anxious Mind | EP 061
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In this podcast episode, DARE coaches Michelle Cavanaugh and Aida Beco took on the challenge of navigating panic attacks, urging listeners to embrace acceptance instead of struggling to force calmness. They delved into the concept of anxiety recovery, advocating for a shift from frenetic activity to mindful presence and a willingness to allow sensa…
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How to Embrace the Discomfort to Empower Anxiety Recovery | EP 060
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In this podcast episode, DARE coaches Michelle Cavanaugh and Aida Beco touched on various topics, including the challenge of seeking support for panic attacks. They emphasized the importance of community and shared insights on handling anxiety, addressing questions about depersonalization and driving. Michelle and Aida encouraged a gradual shift to…
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Embracing Discomfort: Navigating Anxiety's Physical Sensations | EP 059
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In this podcast episode, DARE coaches Michelle Cavanaugh and Aida Beco will guide you through understanding physical sensations associated with anxiety. They advocate for accepting discomfort, letting go of the "why" spiral, and practicing mindfulness and defusion techniques. Michelle shared a personal experience of physical discomfort, emphasizing…
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In this podcast episode, DARE coaches Michelle Cavanaugh and Aida Beco addressed one DARE community member's question about experiencing random adrenaline surges, attributing it to sensitization rather than panic disorder. They stressed the significance of normalization and encourage tuning in or out of sensations rather than obsessing over why the…
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Living with Anxiety: Embracing What Is and Letting Go of Control | EP 057
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In this podcast episode, DARE coaches Michelle Cavanaugh and Aida Beco discussed anxiety and how to deal with it effectively. They emphasized that anxiety is not a problem that needs to be fixed, but rather a normal human experience that can be handled with the right approach. They introduced the concept of "defusion," which involves stepping back …
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Powerful Strategies to Overcome Anxiety and Panic Attacks | EP 056
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In this podcast episode, DARE coaches Michelle Cavanaugh and Aida Beco discussed common patterns and questions related to overcoming anxiety and panic attacks. They emphasized the importance of simplifying the process and finding commonalities in individuals' struggles. This podcast episode covers topics such as the significance of accepting and al…
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Learning to Deal with Unpleasant Emotions Caused by Anxiety | EP 055
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In this podcast episode, DARE coaches Michelle Cavanaugh and Aida Beco talked about the nature of anxiety and how to deal with it. They explained that anxiety is a normal human emotion that everyone experiences from time to time. They also emphasized the importance of understanding physical symptoms, such as jelly legs and a spinning head, during s…
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Why Trying to Control Anxiety Only Makes It Worse | EP 054
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In this podcast episode, DARE coaches Michelle Cavanaugh and Aida Beco emphasized focusing on patterns rather than specific situations and highlight the importance of defusing anxiety through behavioral changes. They discussed the importance of accepting and allowing anxiety, rather than trying to fight it. They also talked about the different ways…
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Anxiety After Panic: Practical Tips for Post-Attack | EP 053
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In this podcast episode, DARE coaches Michelle Cavanaugh and Aida Beco engaged in a lively conversation addressing questions about handling anxiety after panic attacks. They discussed the importance of not trying to force oneself back into a state of calm immediately after a panic attack and instead, expect and accept the heightened state for a whi…
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Navigating Anxiety, Exposure, and Normalizing Discomfort | EP 052
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In this podcast episode, DARE coach Michelle Cavanaugh addressed various questions about anxiety. Emphasizing the DARE approach, she encouraged surrendering the fight against anxiety rather than combatting it. Michelle delved into topics like exposure, bodily sensations, and the role of past experiences in anxiety, aiming to normalize discomfort an…
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In this podcast episode, DARE coaches Michelle Cavanaugh and Aida Beco discussed various aspects of anxiety and panic attacks. They emphasized the importance of not trying to control anxiety but rather accepting it as a safe sensation. They encouraged building tolerance for discomfort and offered insights into managing ruminative thoughts. Michelle…
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How to Stop Fighting Anxiety and Start Accepting It | EP 050
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In this podcast episode, DARE coach Michelle Cavanaugh began by saying that people often tried to find certainty or a solution to anxiety by reading books or articles, but she explained that this was not helpful. She explained that anxiety was a normal human emotion, and there was no one-size-fits-all solution. She then emphasized the importance of…
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In this podcast episode, DARE coaches Michelle Cavanaugh and Aida Beco talked about the importance of accepting anxiety and not engaging in the fight against it. They highlighted the concept of acceptance along with the idea that trying too hard to change thoughts can be counterproductive. They advise the audience to stop involving themselves in th…
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Growing Tolerance and Accepting Uncertainty While Facing Anxiety and Panic | EP 048
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In this podcast episode, DARE coaches Michelle Cavanaugh and Aida Beco answered numerous questions about anxiety and panic attacks. They talked about anxiety while driving, strategies to handle panic attacks, and the importance of trusting anxiety and other emotions rather than trying to eliminate them completely. Aida and Michelle also talked abou…
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In this podcast episode, DARE coaches Michelle Cavanaugh and Aida Beco discussed the difference between "noticing" and "checking in," particularly in relation to depersonalization and anxiety. They explained that noticing involves being aware of stimuli without much brain work, while checking in is an active search for something specific, often due…
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The Importance of Embracing Your Anxiety | EP 046
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In this podcast episode, DARE coaches Michelle Cavanaugh and Aida Beco answered various questions and discussed experiences related to anxiety and panic attacks. They emphasized the importance of embracing anxiety and feeling safe in challenging situations. Aida and Michelle also talked about OCD and Existential Thoughts, highlighting the need to f…
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HOW TO PROTECT YOUR PEACE! IN TODAY'S EPISODE, I SHARE WITH YOU WHAT IS INNER PEACE AND TIPS ON HOW TO PROTECT YOUR PEACE AND FOCUS ON WHAT MATTERS MOST TO YOU DESPITE THE CHAOS. To connect with me and see what services I offer please visit www.eiditc.com or find me on Instagram @healwitheidit for inspiration & mental wellness tips. Enjoy the show!…
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In this podcast episode, DARE coaches Michelle Cavanaugh and Aida Beco addressed various questions and concerns related to anxiety. They discussed the normalcy of heightened anxiety during health scares and emphasize the importance of understanding automatic responses to anxiety. Michelle and Aida advocate for acceptance and allowing the body's nat…
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Overcoming Anxiety and Phobias Using the DARE Response | EP 044
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In this podcast episode, DARE coaches Michelle Cavanaugh and Aida Beco discussed various topics related to anxiety and phobias. They explored how the DARE response can be used to tackle specific phobias, such as the fear of throwing up. They emphasized that DARE is an overall mindset and not limited to specific techniques or strategies. Michelle an…
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How You Can Help Your Family and Friends to Support You on Your Journey | EP 043
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In this podcast episode, DARE coaches Michelle Cavanaugh and Aida Beco talked about anxiety and the importance of having a support system. They shared their personal experiences and highlights the difficulty of effectively communicating one's needs to loved ones. They emphasized the need for support during anxious moments rather than trying to elim…
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102. HAVE YOU WONDERED, ”WHAT ARE BOUNDARIES?” TUNE-IN TO LEARN ABOUT BOUNDARIES & HOW TO SET THEM
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How to set boundaries! In today's episode, I share with you what are boundaries and how to practice them, including sharing one liners you can use to practice setting boundaries. Boundaries help to keep relationships close and help keep people in your lives, not out. Tune into today's episode to learn more about boundaries and to support your menta…
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The Importance of Self-Compassion and How It Can Assist With Recovery | EP 042
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In this podcast episode, DARE coaches Michelle Cavanaugh and Aida Beco discussed the importance of self-compassion and how it can assist with recovery. Self-compassion plays a crucial role in the process of recovery. By cultivating self-compassion, we provide ourselves with the emotional support necessary to navigate the ups and downs of recovery. …
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Hi Friends! It has been some time and I share with you in this NEW episode why I stepped away for a bit. This episode was inspired by my own personal experience the last few months managing a scary health scare with my mother who many of you know I love so much. If you have not checked out my interview with my mom, do check that episode out, she is…
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Embracing the Uncomfortable: Peter's Journey to Overcoming Anxiety | EP 041
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In this podcast episode, DARE coach Michelle Cavanaugh was joined by Peter, a DARE Alumni, to share his personal journey of overcoming anxiety and panic attacks. Peter shared his initial skepticism about the DARE program but eventually embraced it, leading to significant improvements in his life. This podcast episode highlights the importance of ac…
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In this podcast episode, DARE coaches Michelle Cavanaugh and Aida Beco discussed various topics related to anxiety and panic attacks. They addressed a question about dealing with detachment from reality and emphasize the importance of accepting one's current state without putting excessive pressure on themselves to be fully present. Michelle and Ai…
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Sleepless Anxiety: Understanding and Coping with Nocturnal Panic Attacks | EP 039
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In this podcast episode, DARE coaches Michelle Cavanaugh and Aida Beco talked about nocturnal panic attacks. They address the challenges of experiencing panic attacks at night and offer advice on how to handle them. They also touched on the importance of seeking medical advice to rule out any underlying physical causes and emphasizes the need to ad…
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Heightened Awareness: Exploring Anxiety's Impact on Perception | EP 038
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In this podcast episode, DARE coaches Michelle Cavanaugh and Aida Beco talked about anxiety and its effects on one's perception of reality. They explained how anxiety can create an overperception of reality where all senses are heightened leading to a feeling of something being wrong or a loss of grip on reality. They also discussed the role of hei…
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All Things OCD and Anxiety with Jenna Overbaugh, LPC | EP 037
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For today's podcast episode, DARE coach Michelle Cavanaugh was joined by Jenna Overbaugh wherein they talked about all things OCD and anxiety. Jenna Overbaugh is a licensed therapist who's been working with people who have OCD/anxiety since 2008. She's all about helping people get their life back so OCD and fear no longer keep them feeling so small…
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DARE to Recover: Personal Experiences and Strategies for Anxiety Recovery | EP 036
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For this podcast episode, DARE coach Michelle Cavanaugh was joined by Patrick Touhey - a long time member of the DARE community who have recovered from anxiety and panic attacks with the help of DARE. Michelle and Patrick talked about their personal experiences with anxiety and also shared insights on overcoming it. They emphasized the importance o…
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Running Towards Fear: Overcoming Anxiety and Panic Attacks | EP 035
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In this podcast episode, DARE coach Michelle Cavanaugh was joined by Barry McDonagh, the creator of DARE, wherein they discussed the prevalent issue of anxiety and its impact on individuals. They recalled a recent call they had with a health insurance consultant who revealed that anxiety disorders have become the number one concern for people acros…
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Empowering Mental Health: Conversations with Dr. Mona Masood | EP 034
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In honor of May being Mental Health Awareness Month, DARE coach Michelle Cavanaugh was joined by Dr. Mona Masood to talk about mental health and the importance of emotional healing. Dr. Masood also talked about her involvement with the nonprofit Muslim Wellness Foundation and addresses the mental health stigma within certain cultures and communitie…
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Intrusive Thoughts & Sensorimotor OCD: What Is It and How Do You Deal With It? | EP033
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In this podcast episode, DARE coaches Aida Beco and Michelle Cavanaugh talked about Intrusive Thoughts and Sensorimotor OCD, how one affects the other and vice versa, and how you can deal with it. They explained what Sensorimotor OCD is and discussed the difference of noticing and focusing on it. They also touched on the topic of why anxiety trigge…
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In this podcast episode, DARE founder Barry McDonagh and DARE coach Michelle Cavanaugh were joined by Dr. Ellen Vora - a board-certified psychiatrist, acupuncturist, and yoga teacher, and the author of The Anatomy of Anxiety. She takes a functional medicine approach to mental health—considering the whole person and addressing imbalance at the root.…
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Anxiety and Depersonalization/Derealization (DPDR) | EP031
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In this podcast episode, DARE founder Barry McDonagh joined DARE coach Michelle Cavanaugh. They talked about depersonalization and derealization, which are symptoms of anxiety. They talked about how to feel normal after experiencing these symptoms and how to avoid over-focusing on them. Barry and Michelle also discussed the importance of not assign…
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Anticipatory Anxiety With Master Clinician Dr. Martin Seif | EP030
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In this podcast episode, DARE coaches Aida Beco and Michelle Cavanaugh were joined by Dr. Martin Seif - a master clinician who has spent the last thirty five years developing innovative and highly successful treatment methods for anxiety disorders including: Panic Disorder, Agoraphobia, Specific Phobias, Social Anxiety Disorder, and Obsessive-Compu…
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In this podcast episode, DARE coaches Aida Beco and Michelle Cavanaugh explained what is Exposure Therapy. They explained that exposure therapy's goal is to relearn that something is not dangerous, and one should not focus on the amount of fear felt but instead focus on how they act in a situation. This podcast episode also discusses techniques for…
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Let's Talk About Test Anxiety With Orion Taraban, M.A., Psy.D | EP028
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For this podcast episode, DARE coaches Aida Beco and Michelle Cavanaugh are joined by Orion Taraban, M.A., Psy.D. to talk about Test Anxiety. Orion is a licensed psychologist in the state of California and has sixteen years of teaching experience. He is the Founder and Director of StellarGRE - Bay Area's only dedicated GRE test prep company and the…
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How Self-Criticism Fuels Anxiety | EP027
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DARE coaches Aida Beco and Michelle Cavanaugh talked about how self-criticisms / negative self-talk & thoughts can fuel anxiety. They also addressed the reality of how hard it is to move from self-criticisms and self-loathing to self-love. They suggest a few tips you can follow in order to achieve this. We hope you find this podcast episode helpful…
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Episode 100 Quotes “You are strong because of what you’ve been through and whatever happened was not necessarily what you deserved, it wasn’t your fault, life is just unfair and unkind to all of us in different ways and in similar ways but that you are here. And that’s what matters.” "There are strength in your scars. That is proof that you’re aliv…
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Intuitive Eating, Eating Disorders, Body Acceptance and More with Dietitian Marie Elena Bitar | EP026
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For this podcast episode we are joined by Marie Elena Bitar, an Intuitive Eating and Eating Disorder Dietitian. Marie runs her private practice Beyond Food Rules, LLC (beyondfoodrules.com) where she helps folks reclaim their happiness, freedom and health by ditching dieting and tuning into their bodies’ wisdom. DARE coaches Aida Beco and Michelle C…
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Episode 99 Quotes “I don’t know you but I know you are here today standing strong and trying to just take the next step forward in your healing journey and you might be going through a hard time today and you’re still not giving up. You’re still going to figure it out one day at a time.” “I accept the best and the worst aspects of who I am. Changin…
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How to Deal With Morning Anxiety | EP025
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If you're someone who experiences anxiety in the morning, you're not alone. Many people wake up feeling anxious or overwhelmed, and it can be difficult to know how to manage those feelings. In this podcast, DARE coaches Aida Beco and Michelle Cavanaugh shared what you can do to deal with your morning anxiety. They also touched on the topic of the o…
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After 20+ Years of Anxiety - How Jackie Made Recovery Possible | EP024
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For today's podcast episode, DARE coaches Aida Beco and Michelle Cavanaugh were joined by DARE Alumni Jackie Putnam. From listening to other people's success stories and trusting when they say recovery is possible, to now sharing her OWN success story - Jackie shares how DARE helped her turn everything around after 20+ years of anxiety. Just like a…
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Episode 98 Quotes “This feeling, this moment, this situation is just another moment. Big, small, medium, whatever size it is in your life, it’s going to pass. Nothing is permanent. There’s a lot of feelings that can come with that but in that moment of anxiety just that reminder that this too shall pass, this moment will not be forever, that it’s g…
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DARE coaches Aida Beco and Michelle Cavanaugh talked about Depersonalization-Derealization (DPDR) and Meditation, and how one affects the other. They also explained why it's important for you to meditate for the sake of meditation and not because of something else. We hope you find this podcast episode helpful. Learn more about DARE here: https://w…
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Everything About Heart Sensations and Anxiety With Cardiologist Dr. Sanjay Gupta | EP022
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Happy Valentine's Day! A special day like this deserves a special podcast episode. In honor of hearts day, let's talk everything about heart sensations and anxiety with heart specialist Dr. Sanjay Gupta, together with our DARE coaches Aida Beco and Michelle Cavanaugh. Dr. Sanjay Gupta is one of the most amiable and caring consultant cardiologists i…
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Episode 97 Quotes “I would tattoo this if I could on my past self, my second advice would be that prioritizing yourself is not selfish, it’s self-respect. ” “So just trust yourself that you are here for a reason, you’re going to figure it out, and just take it one day at a time.” “Be scared but do it anyway. Don’t let fear rule over your decisions.…
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DARE coaches Aida Beco and Michelle Cavanaugh answered a question about one of the most common sensations of anxiety - racing heart / heart palpitations. Listen to what they have to say on what you can do when you experience this, as well with other similar sensations of anxiety. In addition to this, Aida and Michelle also gave their advice on what…
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