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Breaking the Shame Around Anxiety with Susan Kay
In this episode, we’re talking with Susan Kay, a psychiatric nurse practitioner with over 40 years of experience treating anxiety, panic, and mood disorders.
Susan opens up about her own lifelong journey with anxiety—from childhood panic attacks to the hard-won wisdom that comes from facing fear head-on. Together, we explore:
Why anxiety often begins early and hides behind shame
The connection between fear, the nervous system, and avoidance
How to stop letting anxiety drive your decisions
The power of small, brave steps and saying “bring it on”
When medication, therapy, and community can all…
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