DARE: Panic & Anxiety Relief Podcast

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 DARE principles to daily challenges.Michelle and Aida also shared insights on handling memories of dark times, reframing thoughts, and providing a...

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 sensations to arise and fade without resistance.Aida and Michelle also explored the role of urges and willingness in breaking the cycle of anticipatory ...

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 towards self-reliance and discussed the dynamics of thoughts in anxiety recovery. The key takeaway of this podcast episode was to accept discomfort a...

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 the importance of accepting heightened states and avoiding pre-involvement. Together with Aida, they discussed the impact of sensitivity, rational...

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 they occur. Michelle and Aida also highlighted the core principle of DARE - accepting uncomfortable feelings instead of seeking to eliminate them, ult...

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 from your thoughts and feelings and observing them without judgment. This allows you to accept anxiety as simply a part of your experience, without...

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 allowing anxiety, and the need to challenge distorted perceptions.Michelle and Aida encouraged a proactive approach, advocating for running towards a...

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 social interactions. Their discussion revolves around the misfiring of the stress response, normalizing uncomfortable bodily sensations, and encoura...

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 that people try to control anxiety, and why these methods often don't work. One of the key takeaways from this episode is that anxiety is not a th...

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 while. Michelle and Aida suggested to try and implement more relaxing things in your day-to-day life and setting a goal to keep stress levels normal. ...

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 and offer a broader understanding of the challenges faced by individuals.We hope you find this podcast episode helpful.Learn more about DARE here: www...

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 and Aida also touched on the concept of highly sensitive individuals and the need to trust people's ability to regulate their emotions. Overall, th...

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 accepting anxiety rather than fighting it. She compared anxiety to a "whirr" that our bodies produced to alert us to danger. However, if we tried ...

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 the looping thoughts and urges caused by anxiety and instead practice acceptance and defusion techniques to change their relationship with anxiety.Ai...

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 about the importance of growing tolerance and accepting uncertainty while facing anxiety and panic. Throughout this podcast episode, they encourage a sh...

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 to heightened awareness or resistance.Aida and Michelle emphasized the importance of accepting past mistakes and being non-judgmental about experi...

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 focus on feelings rather than trying to change thoughts. They also had a discussion on fear of sleeping alone and how acting safe can shift the body...

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 natural regulation system to work, rather than attempting to control or fight anxiety. They also touch upon topics such as self-compassion and the rol...

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 and Aida also talked about depersonalization, existential thoughts, engaging with anxiety and depression, and promoting positive thinking. Throughout ...

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 eliminate anxiety altogether. This podcast episode also touches on the issue of over-involvement and self-centeredness that can arise from anxiety and ...

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. It allows us to acknowledge our pain and suffering without judgment, fostering a sense of validation and resilience. In this podcast episode, Aida ...

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 accepting and allowing uncomfortable sensations and thoughts without trying to control or eliminate them. It emphasizes that recovery from anxiety is ...

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 Aida explained that anxiety recovery involves developing an attitude of acceptance rather than solely relying on tools and techniques. This episode a...

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 address factors that may contribute to anxiety, such as stress, poor sleep hygiene, and lifestyle habits. Michelle and Aida also talked about the con...

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 heightened awareness in anxiety where the body's physiological response to danger is activated even in the absence of an actual threat, leading to a h...

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. Jenna also has her own podcast called All the Hard Things.We hope you find this podcast episode helpful.Learn more about DARE here: www.dar...

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 of patience, practice, and support in dealing with anxiety. They then discussed the need to shift perspectives and avoid victimizing oneself, f...

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 across various demographics. The statistics showed that a staggering $77 billion was spent on mental health disorders in 2020, with anxiety disorder bei...

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 communities. They explored topics such as anxiety, validating emotions, and the need for self-compassion.This podcast episode emphasizes the significance of a...

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 triggers intrusive thoughts and the fear of "going crazy."We hope you find this podcast episode helpful.Learn more about DARE here: www.dareresponse...

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. Dr. Vora received her B.A. from Yale University and her M.D. from Columbia University.Dr. Vora talked about her background in psychiatry and her d...

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 assigning fear to these symptoms and how to stop checking in with them constantly.We hope you find this podcast episode helpful.Learn more about DARE her...

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-Compulsive Disorder. Dr. Seif is a pioneer in the modern treatment of Anxiety Disorders. He is a founder of the Anxiety and Depression Association of Am...

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 dealing with health anxiety and redirecting focus and attention.We hope you find this podcast episode helpful.Learn more about DARE here: www.dare...

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 only GRE prep company in the world to publicly release its outcome data.We hope you find this podcast episode helpful.Learn more about DARE here: w...

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.Learn more about DARE here: www.dareresponse.com

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 Cavanaugh, together with Marie, talked about Intuitive Eating, Eating Disorders, Body Acceptance and Kindness, and more. We hope you find this podcas...

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 overall mindset of "morning anxiety" and why it's happening.We hope you find this podcast episode helpful.Learn more about DARE here: www.darerespons...

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 almost everyone, Jackie thought her anxiety was different and that she has the worst... until she joined DARE and learned about other people's storie...

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://www.dareresponse.com

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 in the city of York. He practices cardiology at York District NHS Hospital, where he holds a position as a consultant in the adult heart unit. ...

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 you can do with the "embarrassment" you might feel with regards to your anxiety.We hope you find this podcast episode helpful.Learn more about DARE...

DARE coaches Michelle Cavanaugh and Aida Beco explained what vivid anxiety dreams mean, why it happens, and what you can do to deal with them.We hope you find this podcast episode helpful.Learn more about DARE here: https://www.dareresponse.com

In this special episode, DARE coaches Michelle Cavanaugh and Aida Beco had the honor to have Dr. Sally Winston as our guest to talk and answer questions about OCD & Intrusive Thoughts. Dr. Winston has been recognized regionally and nationally for over 40-years for her expertise in the treatment of OCD and anxiety disorders. She is co-author of four books, What Every Therapist Needs to Know About Anxiety Disorders: Key Concepts, Insights and Interventions (2014) , Overcoming Unwanted...

Intrusive thoughts are random thoughts that pop into your head that are often strange or distressing. So it's a normal reaction to want to stop or get rid of these thoughts.In this podcast episode, DARE coaches Michelle Cavanaugh and Aida Beco talked about the nature of intrusive thoughts and how to overcome them. We hope you find this podcast episode helpful.Learn more about DARE here: https://www.dareresponse.com

Is there a difference between stress and anxiety? What sets them apart? How does stress affects anxiety and vice versa? DARE coaches Michelle Cavanaugh and Aida Beco answered this question submitted by a member of the DARE community. We hope you find this podcast episode helpful.Learn more about DARE here: https://www.dareresponse.com

For this podcast episode, DARE coach Michelle Cavanaugh was joined by DARE Alumni Emily Moreen. Emily shared her story from how she was prone to anxiety ever since she was little up to having major flare ups that went out of control as she was growing up. She talked about how DARE helped her overcome her anxiety after having it for almost her entire life, and also shared what made a huge difference in her journey to recovery.We hope you find this podcast episode helpful.Learn more about DARE ...

For this podcast episode, DARE coaches Michelle Cavanaugh and Aida Beco were joined by Dr. Nishi Bhopal M.D., an Integrative Psychiatrist and Sleep Specialist and also a member of the DARE Advisory Board.Dr. Nishi, Michelle, and Aida talked about all things sleep - from sleep anxiety, insomnia, the connection between the two, and how one affects the other. We hope you find this podcast episode helpful.Learn more about DARE here: https://www.dareresponse.com

DARE coaches Michelle Cavanaugh and Aida Beco were joined by Abbie Herring - a member of the DARE community since 2018, who made huge progress with the help of the DARE response. They talked about how allowing your anxiety and letting go of resistance is important part of your recovery. They also touched on the topic of driving anxiety, health anxiety, and more. We hope you find this podcast episode helpful.Learn more about DARE here: https://www.dareresponse.com

DARE coaches Michelle Cavanaugh and Aida Beco explained the mechanics of anxiety - what is the scenario, the cause, the sensations, the "danger", and more. They also talked about how some people treat their anxious dicomfort with the "Must or Else" attitude, which in reality is the mindset for danger.We hope you find this podcast episode helpful.Learn more about DARE here: https://www.dareresponse.com

DARE coaches Aida Beco and Michelle Cavanaugh explained why your fear of discomfort or danger is what makes things worse. They also talked about the fear of going crazy, the logic of exposure, shared some advise about conquering the fear of driving on motorways, and a whole lot more! We hope you find this podcast episode helpful.

Can DARE help with Post-traumatic Stress Disorder aka PTSD? Our DARE coaches Michelle Cavanaugh and Aida Beco explained how you can use DARE in conjunction with PTSD. They also talked about how fear contributes to it. We hope you find this podcast episode helpful!

Are you going through a setback? Or are you simply not making progress? DARE coaches Michelle Cavanaugh and Aida Beco gave an honest-to-goodness answer to this common dilemma experienced with anxiety. We hope you find this podcast episode helpful!

For today's podcast episode, we were joined by Peter who recovered from anxiety using DARE Response. Tune in as he shares his journey and story, as well as answer questions submitted by his fellow DARE members. We hope you find this podcast episode helpful!

One of the most common topic in the DARE community is how to deal with setbacks / overcome setbacks. In this podcast episode, our DARE coaches Michelle Cavanaugh and Aida Beco answered this frequently asked question. We hope you find this podcast episode helpful!

Physical discomfort is one of the most common symptoms of anxiety. DARE coaches Michelle and Aida shared some tips on what you can do when you're tired of the physical discomfort. We hope you find this podcast episode helpful!

One of the most asked about question is finally answered by our DARE coaches Aida Beco and Michelle Cavanaugh plus a whole lot more! We hope you find this podcast episode helpful.

In today’s podcast episode, join our very own Barry McDonagh - the creator of DARE - and our very special guest Patrick Touhey - a long time DARE member - as they talk about Patrick’s journey from poverty to achieving his goals despite having anxiety.Patrick also talked about his new book "Create Forever Teammates" wherein he shares a coaching program that will cultivate the intrinsic culture of your team to dramatically improve players’ performance and emotional health.

Joining us for today's podcast episode is Drew Linsalata, the creator and host of The Anxious Truth - a panic, anxiety, and mental health podcast that’s been in full swing since 2014.In this podcast episode, Drew together with our DARE coaches Michelle Cavanaugh and Aida Beco, fearlessly spilled the truth about all things anxiety - from "anxious blushing" to "the urge to always control something" down to "health anxiety" and a whole lot more. We hope you'll find this episode helpfu...

In today's podcast episode, Aida and Michelle answered frequently asked questions submitted by the DARE community. They addressed questions about anxiety, panic attacks, thoughts, and more.

For this podcast episode, we were joined by Julie Seibt to discuss and answer questions about Insomnia and Sleep.Julie Seibt is a Certified Yoga Therapist (I.A.Y.T) , iRest® Certified Meditation Teacher/Supervisor, and a teacher at the Trauma Informed Yoga Psychology School.

This week, Michelle Cavanaugh and Aida Beco were joined by Patrick Touhey, a long time DARE member who have recovered from anxiety and panic attacks with the help of DARE.