Recovery Rocks
Recovery Rocks
Episode 296: Sober Firsts: Anxiety and Panic Attacks
Episode 296: Sober Firsts: Anxiety and Panic Attacks
Episode 296: Sober Firsts: Anxiety and Panic Attacks
Friday 31st October 2025
Lisa and Tawny share their candid experiences with anxiety during sobriety. Discover how they cope and find resilience.
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Episode Overview
- Anxiety can strike unexpectedly during sobriety.
- Smoking may exacerbate rather than alleviate anxiety.
- Supportive environments are crucial for managing panic attacks.
- Letting go and moving forward is key after anxious episodes.
- Community support plays a vital role in recovery.
"The urge to smoke will pass whether you smoke or not."
What makes a recovery story truly inspiring? This episode of Recovery Rocks dives into the rollercoaster ride of experiencing anxiety and panic attacks during sobriety. Lisa Smith, a Gen X lawyer, and Tawny Lara, a Millennial writer, share their candid experiences and the unexpected challenges they faced in early sobriety. Lisa recounts a nerve-wracking moment during a work presentation where anxiety took over, reminding her of the unpredictable nature of panic attacks.
Tawny, on the other hand, opens up about her reliance on smoking as a coping mechanism, only to realise it was adding fuel to the fire. With humour and honesty, the hosts discuss how these experiences felt like a betrayal of their bodies and minds. They explore how anxiety often lurks in the background, waiting to strike when least expected. Yet, through these struggles, they find resilience and support from their communities.
The episode highlights the importance of letting go and moving forward after such episodes, as well as the significance of having a supportive environment. Listeners will find themselves nodding along as Lisa and Tawny share their journey from feeling overwhelmed to finding ways to manage anxiety without relying on old habits. This episode is not just about facing anxiety but also about embracing the journey of recovery with all its ups and downs.
So, how do you handle anxiety when it strikes? Let Lisa and Tawny's stories inspire you to find your own path to peace.