Drew Linsalata
Drew Linsalata
Agoraphobia to Astrophotography: A Recovery Story | EP 322
Agoraphobia to Astrophotography: A Recovery Story | EP 322
Agoraphobia to Astrophotography: A Recovery Story | EP 322
Wednesday 30th July 2025
Drew Linsalata shares his inspiring journey from agoraphobia to astrophotography, offering hope and encouragement for anxiety recovery.
24 minutes
Encouraging
Hopeful
Authentic
Inspiring
Supportive
About this podcast
Author:
Drew Linsalata
Overview:
Categories:
Sobriety Toolkit
Recovery from Trauma
Navigating Intimate Relationships
Financial Health in Recovery
Understanding Addiction & Recovery
Links:
Visit site
Episodes:
328 (View all)
Do you want to link to this podcast?
Get the buttons here!From Fear to Freedom: Drew's Journey to the Stars
Episode Overview
- Recovery from anxiety is possible with perseverance.
- Challenge your fears rather than running from them.
- You don't need to constantly check if you're okay.
- Experiencing emotions fully can be part of healing.
- Living life without consulting anxiety is achievable.
I learned that I never had to ask 'Am I okay?'—it was never the right question.
Have you ever felt trapped by anxiety, unable to do the things you love? Drew Linsalata, host of 'The Anxious Truth', shares his journey from agoraphobia to experiencing the awe of astrophotography. This episode offers a heartfelt glimpse into Drew's struggles with panic disorder, agoraphobia, OCD, and depression that spanned over 25 years. He talks candidly about the fear that kept him from leaving his house and how he thought he would never achieve his dreams.
But last week, Drew finally did something he'd wanted to do since he was a child—he saw the stars as they truly are, in an international dark sky site. Drew's story isn't a step-by-step guide to recovery but rather a beacon of hope for anyone battling anxiety. He emphasises that recovery is possible and encourages listeners to challenge their fears.
Through facing his anxieties head-on, Drew learned that he didn't need to ask himself if he was okay; he realised he never had to ask that question in the first place. This revelation helped him move from fear to freedom, living life without anxiety dictating his actions. So, if you're struggling with anxiety or know someone who is, Drew's story might just be the encouragement you need.
It’s a reminder that while anxiety is a part of life, it doesn’t have to control it. Why not take a moment to listen and see what you can learn from his experiences?