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Sounds True: Insights at the Edge

Matt Gutman: Conquering a Lifetime of Panic Attacks

Sep 12, 2023
Matt Gutman, renowned ABC News correspondent and author, talks about his personal journey with panic attacks. He discusses the importance of destigmatizing panic attack disorder, alternative healing modalities, managing the inner critic, excavating unresolved grief, and the evolutionary purpose of anxiety. He also explores the power of psychedelics and ego transcendence, mindfulness and meditation, and the paradox of welcoming panic.
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  • Disclosing struggles with panic attacks can reduce stigma and promote healing.
  • Panic attacks often stem from social fears and the fear of death, causing physical and psychological symptoms.

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Importance of Sharing Personal Experiences with Panic Attacks

Matt Gutman shares his decision to publicly disclose his struggle with panic attacks and the impact it had on him and others. He highlights the power of disclosure in reducing shame and stigma associated with panic and the healing effect it can have.

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