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I was you.I was once afraid, anxious, confused and lost. I was crippled with panic attacks, trapped by agoraphobia, and riddled with constant anxiety. I almost lost everything important in my life as my world became smaller and smaller. This is the story of my journey through anxiety, panic disorder, and agoraphobia. The good, the bad, and the ugly of panic attacks, anxiety symptoms, irrational and obsessive thoughts, and being afraid to leave my house or be left alone. This is the story of how I went from an anxious, fearful mess, to living a full, normal life no longer controlled by anxiety or its limitations.I am asked almost daily if I am completely recovered from my anxiety disorders. I am, and I am happy to share how I did it. It's not magic, it's not rocket science, and I didn’t invent any of this. There are no programs to buy, no coaches to hire, no expensive one-on-one sessions, no herbs, supplements, crystals, or medications. Everything I needed to fix this problem was already inside me. Everything you need to fix this problem is already inside you.This is simply a story of applying behavioral science, courage, tenacity, consistency, and an unquenchable desire to overcome these problems once and for all.I was once you, but now I am not. If I can do this, so can you. I promise.

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Publisher ‏ : ‎ Drew Linsalata (Feb. 22 2020)
Language ‏ : ‎ English
Paperback ‏ : ‎ 127 pages
ISBN-10 ‏ : ‎ 1734616423
ISBN-13 ‏ : ‎ 978-1734616422
Item weight ‏ : ‎ 191 g
Dimensions ‏ : ‎ 15.24 x 0.81 x 22.86 cm

Best Sellers Rank: #303,931 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)
- #1,145 in Self-Help for Anxieties & Phobias
- #1,335 in Cognitive Psychology (Books)

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Drew is the creator and host of The Anxious Truth, a stunningly popular anxiety podcast that's been in full swing since 2014. With over TWO MILLION DOWNLOADS (and growing), The Anxious Truth enjoys a large, vibrant and engaged social media community of amazing humans supporting, inspiring, encouraging and empowering each other to overcome anxiety and fear. Listen to a few episodes of the podcast and you'll know right away that this isn't what you're used to hearing about anxiety. Drew's unique, no-nonsense approach to solving the anxiety problem combines his strong, confident voice with genuine care, compassion and a desire to see others learn and succeed.

You can find Drew, his podcast, and his community at theanxioustruth.com.

Having been through not one, not two, but THREE different periods of debilitating anxiety, panic, agoraphobia, and depression, Drew turned it all around in 2008. Armed with a deep understanding of the cognitive nature of this problem, courage, and an intense desire to solve the problem once and for all, Drew rid himself of the irrational fear that fuels the disorder. Now living a normal, happy, productive life without avoidance and retreat, Drew spends a fair amount of his time tending to his podcast, writing about anxiety disorder issues, and interacting with the large community surrounding his work.

When he's not podcasting, writing or taking care of business, you can find Drew attempting to be a proficient guitarist or in the gym. A fan of scientific inquiry, Stoicism, Taoism, and Buddhism, Drew is also a lifelong night owl that's probably staying up too late right now.

Oh, and Drew realizes that writing about himself in the third person is a bit ridiculous, but that seems to be the way it's done in these parts, and there's nothing wrong with a bit of ridiculousness now then!

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Kristen Pellow

Thank You!

Reviewed in Canada 🇨🇦 on March 31, 2020

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An awesome descriptive real life sharing story of what is like to suffer with an anxiety/panic disorder. I felt I was reading about myself through Drew’s experiences! Thank you kindly for sharing and helping so many! Can’t wait to get your next book when it’s released!

Reviewed in Canada 🇨🇦 on February 19, 2020

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I strongly recommend this book to everyone who suffers from anxiety/panic disorders. Just knowing your not alone in the crazy ride is such an amazing feeling. Thankyou Drew for writting this and I can't wait to read more from you!

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ryan

This guy tells it how it is!

Reviewed in Canada 🇨🇦 on February 22, 2020

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No secrets. No magic cures.
Drew shows us the importance of having a game plan, putting in the hard work, and understanding how the brain can get trapped in a cycle of fearing fear itself.

Reviewed in Canada 🇨🇦 on February 18, 2020

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Informative and relatable! Reading Drew’s story will give hope to those suffering from anxiety and agoraphobia. Thanks Drew, very inspiring!

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Rebecca Mansell

This personal story of recovery from anxiety will change your life...if you let it

Reviewed in the United Kingdom 🇬🇧 on February 18, 2020

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I read this book in one sitting. I knew when it was coming out and was up early and read it on my kindle, without breaks (even to go to the toilet! I mean, really?). But I HAD to, because I knew it would be gripping (it's not a thriller or anything, actually, it is in a way) and because I knew it would hold transformative value for me.
I have known Drew for a while now and follow him on most of the social media platforms and have always been inspired by his thoughts/advice on anxiety disorders but more so, I have found him to be the only person to say it as it really is. He is an inspiration but he is also down to earth and humble. He is a good friend to so many. I don't wish to sound sycophantic, but he truly is a hero to me. And I know he is to many. God knew what he was doing when he made Drew, and I think he (Drew, not God!) perhaps went through all that he did in his life, to make a difference to so many other people's lives.
And this book will show you the truth; not just what Drew endured but his recovery. And that recovery is marked by tenacity, repetition of getting out there and facing it, courage, commitment. Knowing what fear really is, understanding that there is no way out of anxiety but through it.
Why has Drew recovered when others still struggle (myself included)? I think because of this quoted from the book: 'I got up every single morning, immediately got dressed, got myself ready, and went out the door to do scary things. No medication. No herbs. No supplements. No self-compassion. No self-care. Just a relentless drive INTO fear and panic every single day. I had one job: to learn how to experience anxiety, panic, and fear properly so that I would not fear them any longer. I did whatever I had to do to get the job done.'
And there lies the answer; the truth. Commitment, courage, knowledge and sheer bullheadedness to get to the other side of fear.
This is the answer. This is recovery. And I believe it is the only way.
The book made me smile, giggle at times and also moved me to tears. It is very moving.
I had the privilege of being allowed into the world of someone who took anxiety by the throat and shook it hard but also the pages revealed how a life can be transformed when armed with the skills and commitment in which to change it.
I believe I will always think of Drew now when I hear Dire Strait's Sultans of Swing but perhaps more importantly, I will keep referring back to this amazing and revealing book whenever I feel I just can't face another day of fear and anxiety.
It's the best book on recovery from anxiety; honest, courageous, revealing and within its pages, it informs the reader of the true path to live without anxiety.
I love it. Best book I have read. If only there were ten stars to be awarded because it is worthy of them and much more.

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An honest, relatable account with a happy ending to help others suffering from Anxiety

Reviewed in the United Kingdom 🇬🇧 on April 18, 2022

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I heaved a huge sigh of relief on finding this account of Drew’s experiences with Anxiety, from both realising 1. It’s not just me/I’m not the odd one out in the world and, 2. There is hope for recovery. Thanks Drew for sharing your story so forthrightly and with such straight-up perspectives. And for having the determination/grit to research and pursue solutions to figure out what actually works, and then tell your story to the masses still out there in the dark on the issue and feeling lost/alone/helpless/defeated. For anyone who suffers from Anxiety or any of its linked disorders, I hope they too will feel the same sense of hope and connection on reading this account. I also highly recommended Drew’s other two books (‘The Anxious Truth’ and ‘Seven Percent Slower’ - also available on Amazon and Drew’s website) which are written in the same no-nonsense, practical way which I find easy to understand and apply.

Craticus

Honest true account of someone who has lived it and came out the other end!!

Reviewed in the United Kingdom 🇬🇧 on February 20, 2020

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Would recommend this book to anyone struggling to find there way though anxiety, I recently joined the anxious truth facebook group, it's a wonderful community of people who really do understand and are always willing to cheer you as you walk your own path. And right at the very heart of it is drew, once he was well and living a "normal" life again, this man could have just turned his back on anxiety all together, yet drew is so selfless he dedicates time, knowledge and above all a light to guide you to place of understanding and in return only asks that you believe in yourself what a true inspirational person... I look forward to the next book.

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Kirk

Suffer from anxiety/panic? read this book now

Reviewed in the United Kingdom 🇬🇧 on May 31, 2020

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Can't give enough stars for Drew's honest and relatable account of his own experience with panic disorder. It's a no-holds-barred telling of how horrific and life altering this disorder can be and I'm sure it will resonate with many. It's a book that will have you nodding your head but the main thing I got out of this read is hope. I've joined the FB forum and am listening to Drew's podcasts at theanxioustruth(dot)com, where I know I'm in excellent company with people who've experienced 'the monster under the stairs', just like me. Drew credits Dr. Claire Weekes' method of overcoming panic, anxiety and agoraphobia of which I'm familiar with, and this philosophy shows us a really simple solution to such a complex problem. Looking forward to the Drew's step-by-step-guide: 'The Anxious Truth' releasing June 10th .

Jemma Massey

Get to know Drew and his story and recovery ideas, life will change for you!

Reviewed in the United Kingdom 🇬🇧 on February 20, 2020

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Seriously if you get this book and read Drew's story, I know you're going to want to get his following recovery book that is due out soon!

And I know you will get better from meeting drew (in a virtual way).

Drew has honestly changed my life. I'm honestly your typical black and white, analytical, sceptical science student who has studied a legal background too - so I am someone who does not take anyone's word too seriously until I know to trust them. And my god am I glad I met drew through social media and his podcasts "The Anxious Truth". I am reaching a good point in recovery after having anxiety for over 10 years. I didnt leave the house for a big part of a year when I first saw his Facebook group. I was having multiple panic attacks a day and feeling like I couldn't live like this. And I wouldnt say that lightly. I was truly lost.

Now I feel confident in my ability to recover, I'd say I'm 80% better than I was and continually improving. I recently flew on a plane which I hadnt done for 10 years. You do the work yourself but seriously learning from Drew and his attitude, really changes your mind set! And this is after years of CBT that didnt get me too far!

I owe the man so much, I literally love a stranger I've never met in person. To the point I care about him as much as my close friends!

Love ya Drew x

Give his books a chance or you are missing out!

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