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May 2025
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Responding to frequently asked questions...

Shann Vander Leek & Ananga Sivyer
About this episode

#738 In this week's Anxiety Slayer podcast, we're responding to the questions we are asked most about anxiety attacks.

  • How can I stop anxiety attacks if I don’t know what’s causing them?

  • Why do I feel unsettled for a few days after an anxiety attack?

  • How can I stop the fear of an attack?

  • Is it normal to feel nauseous and light-head with a panic attack?

  • Can anxiety attacks be stopped without medication?

 

RESOURCES MENTIONED IN THIS EPISODE

EFT Tapping for calming anxiety

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