In this episode, I sit down with Danielle to talk about our personal struggles with anxiety. We both grew up with some pretty tough stuff – my dad had schizophrenia and bipolar disorder, and Danielle was raised in an alcoholic home. We dive deep into how that trauma can really mess with your mental health. But the good news is, there's a way out. It's all about understanding where your anxiety comes from and being kind to yourself. Danielle shares how she healed from panic attacks and agoraphobia by connecting with her inner child and practicing self-compassion. So if you're dealing with anxiety, this episode is for you. Let's break down those walls and find some healing together. Thank you for listening and you can find me on IG: @theanxietymd if you have any questions. PS. If you would like to join the MBRX family of 4000+ anxiety WARRIORS who are shifting from coping with their anxiety to actually HEALING it, click the link below: https://www.theanxietymd.com/MBRX ______________________________ TIMESTAMPS 00:00 - Introduction 02:08 - Early Signs of Anxiety 04:21 - Dissociation Experiences 05:30 - The Development of Agoraphobia 06:12 - Therapy and Medication Attempts 08:56 - Anxiety Disorder Clinic Experience 09:57 - Television Appearances 11:05 - Genetic Study Participation 12:15 - Recognition of Childhood Trauma 13:05 - Importance of Connection 14:51 - Understanding the Root Causes 18:13 - Safety and Grounding 20:44 - Realization of Stored Trauma 22:11 - Compassion for Self 24:21 - Meditation as a Game Change 25:26 - Being Present in the Moment 26:31 - Traveling with Anxiety 27:35 - Welcoming Emotions 29:55 - Reassuring the Inner Child 32:53 - Transforming Fear into Empowerment 35:32 - The Role of Resilience 41:37 - Honoring Trauma 44:32 - Understanding Avoidance 45:23 - Finding Safety in the Moment 47:10 - Body Intelligence vs. Mental Intelligence 48:13 - Transformative Life Changes 48:43 - Wasting Time in Anxiety 52:00 - Regrets of Living in Alarm