Understanding Panic Attacks: Tools for Relief and What NOT to Say to Someone Struggling
Summary
Hear real tools that actually help during a panic attack AND find out what NOT to say to someone who's struggling.
In this episode, I sit down with certified life coach and author Tom Seaman to talk about what really happens in the brain and body during anxiety and panic and why fighting it often makes it worse. Tom brings his expertise on panic attacks and anxiety in the context of chronic health conditions, sharing practical tools, mental models, and compassionate approaches to help you navigate the hard moments and build real resilience.
This one is full of grace, hope, and tools you can really use! Listen and share!
In this episode you'll learn:
The difference between anxiety and panic attacks
What your brain is actually doing during anxiety and why it's not working against you
Practical tools for moving through panic: curiosity, distraction, movement and more
Why self-compassion and naming your feelings are more powerful than you think
What NOT to say to someone struggling with a panic attack and what actually helps
Resources
Tom Seaman's website (great blog and email newsletter!) and Instagram
Tom's Books:
Diagnosis Dystonia, Navigating the Journey
Beyond Pain and Suffering, Adapting to Adversity
Dr. Claire Weekes:
Hope and Help for Your Nerves — Dr. Claire Weekes' classic, groundbreaking guide to breaking the anxiety cycle
Pass Through Panic: Freeing Yourself from Anxiety and Fear — her original 8-part radio series, narrated in her own voice
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The primary purpose of the Women Aware and Prepared Podcast is to educate and inform. This podcast series does not constitute advice or services. Please use common sense for your own situation.
