CONGRATULATIONS! We made it! Episode 100! Thank you all for getting us here. Pour the champagne (non-alcoholic of course), gather around, reminisce a bit, and let’s celebrate. And how do we do that? Well, with stories of success, of course.

In today’s episode, we share several positive stories from individuals who have struggled with BIND (benzo withdrawal) and who have found success. We also look back at our past 99 episodes, share a new research publication, and provide a few updates about the podcast and website. Please join us for a bit of nostalgia, a bit of sincerity, and a bit of fun.

NOTE: This episode was previously published. It has since been taken offline, edited, and re-posted.

https://www.easinganxiety.com/post/our-100th-episode-success-stories-sincerity-and-some-fun-edited-bfp100

Video ID: BFP100

Chapters

00:00  Episode 1 Opening

01:59  INTRODUCTION

03:55  Benzo Survey Paper Published

06:19  Uploading Archived Episodes

06:46  Our 100th Episode

07:54  The Past 99 Titles

19:33  What’s Next for EA

21:22  CME Lunch and Learn

23:57  FEATURE: Success Stories

25:15  Cam’s Story (Finding Hope)

31:12  Susanna’s Story (Time to Heal)

34:47  Connie’s Story (Doing So Well)

39:01  D’s Story (I’m Happy)

41:34  Plan B: A New You

44:11  Closing

Resources

The following resource links are provided as a courtesy to our listeners. They do not constitute an endorsement by Easing Anxiety of the resource or any recommendations or advice provided therein.

INTRODUCTION

— Benzo Survey Research Paper — https://www.easinganxiety.com/post/benzo-survey-research-published

Finlayson, Alistair J. Reid, Jane Macoubrie, Christy Huff, D. E. Foster, and Peter R. Martin. “Experiences with benzodiazepine use, tapering, and discontinuation: an Internet Survey.” Therapeutic Advances in Psychopharmacology. January 2022. doi:10.1177/2F20451253221082386.

— Benzodiazepine Action Work Group (BAWG) / CME Lunch and Learn Sessions (D Foster & Christy Huff are presenting the 3rd session on May 17th) — https://corxconsortium.org/bz-webinars.

— Easing Anxiety YouTube Channel — https://www.youtube.com/@easinganx

BENZO SUPPORT ORGANIZATIONS

— Benzodiazepine Action Work Group (BAWG): https://corxconsortium.org/work-groups/benzodiazepine

— The Alliance for Benzodiazepine Best Practices: https://benzoreform.org

— Benzodiazepine Information Coalition (BIC): https://benzoinfo.com

SUPPORT INFO

— The Ashton Manual — https://easinganxiety.com/ashton

— D’s Book (Benzo Free) — https://easinganxiety.com/book

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).

WEBSITE: https://www.easinganxiety.com

MAILING LIST: https://www.easinganxiety.com/subscribe

YOUTUBE: https://www.youtube.com/@easinganx

DISCLAIMER

All content provided by Easing Anxiety is for general informational purposes only and should never be considered medical advice. Any health-related information provided is not a substitute for medical advice and should not be used to diagnose or treat health problems, or to prescribe any medical devices or other remedies. Never disregard medical advice or delay in seeking it. Please visit our website for our complete disclaimer at https://www.easinganxiety.com/disclaimer.

CREDITS

Music provided / licensed by Storyblocks Audio

— https://www.storyblocks.com

Benzo Free Theme

— Title: “Walk in the Park”

— Artist: Neil Cross

PRODUCTION

Easing Anxiety is produced by…

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