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May 2022
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EP 206 - Were You Anxious Before You Wer...

Drew Linsalata
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Send in a question or comment via text. "I just want my old self back!" When wrestling with an anxiety disorder, the current state of suffering can sometimes warp the accuracy of our memory. We remember being "anxiety free" before things went south, but often this is not true. There's a chance that you did have anxiety before you had anxiety! Most members ... Show More
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