Bye Bye Panic

Michael Coppola dealt with anxiety on and off for years. As a child, he experienced brief moments of panic, but it wasn’t until he started having full-blown panic attacks after smoking weed that he realized something was seriously wrong. What started as a reaction to marijuana eventually became a persistent problem, even after he stopped using it. Like many, Michael tried to manage his anxiety on his own for years, cycling through periods of calm followed by sudden and overwhelming relapses. He experienced the terrifying sensation of losing control, often fearing he was going crazy. He quit smoking, read books on anxiety, and attempted to follow various self-help programs, but nothing seemed to work. Michael was stuck in an exhausting loop until he discovered the Bye Bye Panic mentorship program, which became the turning point in his recovery. Over the past four and a half months, Michael has made incredible progress and finally managed to break free from the cycle of fear and avoidance. Curious how he did it? Tune in for this week’s interview, as Mirka, one of the BBP mentors, chats with Michael about his journey to recovery. He shares how he has transformed his life and gained a sense of control he hadn’t felt in years. Key Takeaways: * Intro (00:00) * Marijuana triggered severe anxiety (00:43) * Worst symptoms: DPDR, feeling of losing control, fear of going crazy (03:03) * Joining the mentorship program and its impact (04:54) * Shifting focus from feelings to responses (08:17) * Importance of community and mentorship (09:59) * Progress is about how you respond, not how you feel (11:39) * Michael’s biggest mistake in recovery (19:26) * Final advice (23:23) Additional Resources: ➡️ To accelerate your recovery journey, book a call to see if the mentorship with Shaan's team will help your specific situation [https://byebyepanic.lpages.co/permanentrecoveryvideo/?utm_campaign=35&utm_medium=audio&utm_source=podcast]  ➡️ Get access to the Desensitization Blueprint [https://www.byebyepanic.com/?utm_campaign=35&utm_medium=audio&utm_source=podcast]   ➡️ FREE E-BOOK [https://byebyepanic.lpages.co/fearlessfreereport/?utm_campaign=35&utm_medium=audio&utm_source=podcast]   --- Follow me on social media:  🔹 Instagram [https://www.instagram.com/shaan_kassam]  🔹 Facebook [https://www.facebook.com/byebyepanic/]  🔹 LinkedIn [https://www.linkedin.com/in/shaankassam/]

So many people make their emotions their identity without even realizing it. You might say, “I can’t do that, I have anxiety,” but the truth is – you don’t have anxiety. You’re experiencing anxiety. The moment you attach your emotions to your identity, they limit you. Your ego starts protecting that identity, making it harder to recover. But what if I told you there’s a better way to think about it? In this episode, I’ll show you how the language you use is crucial to your recovery. Instead of reinforcing beliefs that keep you stuck, I’ll teach you how to reframe your emotions and stop making them part of who you are. These simple shifts will change the way you approach anxiety and other overwhelming emotions. When you stop saying "I have anxiety" and start saying "I’m experiencing anxiety right now," you begin to loosen anxiety’s grip on your life. Are you ready to stop letting emotions define you? Tune in now and learn how to reclaim your identity! Key Takeaways: * Intro (00:00) * "I have anxiety" vs. "I am experiencing anxiety" (00:38) * Words reinforce beliefs and can create limitations (02:50) * The words you use influence your emotions (04:11) * The words that you use influence your actions (06:35) * Avoid letting anxiety become your identity (07:50) * Recap (09:30) Additional Resources: ➡️ To accelerate your recovery journey, book a call to see if the mentorship with Shaan's team will help your specific situation [https://byebyepanic.lpages.co/permanentrecoveryvideo/?utm_campaign=34&utm_medium=audio&utm_source=podcast]  ➡️ Get access to the Desensitization Blueprint [https://www.byebyepanic.com/?utm_campaign=34&utm_medium=audio&utm_source=podcast]   ➡️ FREE E-BOOK [https://byebyepanic.lpages.co/fearlessfreereport/?utm_campaign=34&utm_medium=audio&utm_source=podcast]   --- Follow me on social media:  🔹 Instagram [https://www.instagram.com/shaan_kassam]  🔹 Facebook [https://www.facebook.com/byebyepanic/]  🔹 LinkedIn [https://www.linkedin.com/in/shaankassam/]

No matter how hard you try, it feels like your anxiety symptoms are always one step ahead. You’ve probably tried meditation, diet changes, supplements, even medication – yet nothing seems to last. You feel better for a while, but then the dizziness, the racing heart, and the headaches come rushing back, and it feels like you’re back at the beginning. I know how frustrating it is. But here’s something you might not know: your anxiety symptoms are the very last thing to go away. They’re what we call a "lagging indicator" of recovery, meaning you’ve made progress long before the symptoms actually fade. In this episode, I’ll explain why focusing on your symptoms keeps you stuck in the anxiety cycle and what you should really be paying attention to instead. Once you understand this concept, recovery becomes a lot less overwhelming. Join me as I reveal the key to lasting anxiety relief – and how to finally break free from the hamster wheel of symptom-chasing. Tune in now! Key Takeaways: * The hamster wheel of anxiety explained (00:00) * Why symptoms are lagging indicators of recovery progress (01:12) * The importance of how you respond to your symptoms (02:49) * Why the most persistent symptoms are often the last to go (06:17) * Setbacks as a key test in your recovery journey (07:18) * Recap (08:20) Additional Resources: ➡️ To accelerate your recovery journey, book a call to see if the mentorship with Shaan's team will help your specific situation [https://byebyepanic.lpages.co/permanentrecoveryvideo/?utm_campaign=33&utm_medium=audio&utm_source=podcast]  ➡️ Get access to the Desensitization Blueprint [https://www.byebyepanic.com/?utm_campaign=33&utm_medium=audio&utm_source=podcast]   ➡️ FREE E-BOOK [https://byebyepanic.lpages.co/fearlessfreereport/?utm_campaign=33&utm_medium=audio&utm_source=podcast]   --- Follow me on social media:  🔹 Instagram [https://www.instagram.com/shaan_kassam]  🔹 Facebook [https://www.facebook.com/byebyepanic/]  🔹 LinkedIn [https://www.linkedin.com/in/shaankassam/]

Emir Sahovic’s anxiety didn’t strike immediately. It developed gradually, culminating in an intense episode during a vacation in Venezuela. What followed was a downward spiral of constant symptoms – heart palpitations, tightness in the throat, and overwhelming sensations. Convinced something was physically wrong, Emir started visiting doctors in Spain and Sweden. He underwent multiple tests and tried various medications, but none of them provided relief. Then, like many of us do when we're desperate for answers, he turned to the internet. However, he never expected to find the solution on a platform like TikTok. Scrolling through random videos was Emir’s way of temporarily distracting himself from everyday struggles. But then, he came across one of my videos where I described his symptoms perfectly. And the rest is history… In this week's episode, Shiv, a mentor from Bye Bye Panic, talks with Emir about his journey from fear and confusion to recovery and taking back control of his life. Emir shares the strategies that transformed his life and how he learned to overcome anxiety, not just in the short term, but as a lifelong skill. Don’t miss Emir’s story – tune in now! Key Takeaways: * Intro (00:00) * Anxiety spiraling after a trip (00:54) * Looking for medical answers (03:04) * Finding the Bye Bye Panic program through TikTok (07:55) * Emir’s transformation with Bye Bye Panic (11:24) * Mentors guide but don’t "play the game" for you (16:06) * Using the program's tools in everyday life (17:54) * Final thoughts and takeaways (22:33) Additional Resources: ➡️ To accelerate your recovery journey, book a call to see if the mentorship with Shaan's team will help your specific situation [https://byebyepanic.lpages.co/permanentrecoveryvideo/?utm_campaign=32&utm_medium=audio&utm_source=podcast]  ➡️ Get access to the Desensitization Blueprint [https://www.byebyepanic.com/?utm_campaign=32&utm_medium=audio&utm_source=podcast]   ➡️ FREE E-BOOK [https://byebyepanic.lpages.co/fearlessfreereport/?utm_campaign=32&utm_medium=audio&utm_source=podcast]   --- Follow me on social media:  🔹 Instagram [https://www.instagram.com/shaan_kassam]  🔹 Facebook [https://www.facebook.com/byebyepanic/]  🔹 LinkedIn [https://www.linkedin.com/in/shaankassam/]

Jared Parris' anxiety began in childhood. He remembers having panic attacks as a kid, though he didn’t fully understand what was happening at the time. Things got worse during his teenage years, especially while playing baseball when he started feeling dizzy and fearful. His anxiety followed him into adulthood, hitting hard in June 2023 when a panic attack struck while driving to a friend’s wedding. From that point on, Jared felt trapped in a constant cycle of panic attacks, chest tightness, palpitations, and racing thoughts. Even everyday activities, like working out at the gym, became overwhelming. Jared tried everything – changing his diet, quitting caffeine, meditation, pushing himself with exercise, you name it – but nothing helped. Things began to change when he joined the Bye Bye Panic mentorship program. It helped him understand the root cause of his anxiety: how he was responding to his symptoms. Mentors and a community who had been through the same struggles helped him learn new ways to respond to his anxiety, and slowly, things improved. Now, Jared is on the path to recovery, working daily to manage his anxiety and live his life fully again. In this episode, Kaylee, a BBP mentor, talks with Jared about his journey and the strategies that have made a difference. His story might help you or someone you know who struggles with anxiety symptoms.  Tune in to learn more. Key Takeaways: * Intro (00:00) * Jared’s initial anxiety symptoms and panic attacks (00:14) * First experience with anxiety as a child (02:59) * The onset of anxiety as an adult (04:46) * Attempts to self-manage symptoms (16:00) * Joining the mentorship program (20:19) * The role of community in recovery (21:34) * Current progress and remaining challenges (23:10) * Jared’s message to viewers (30:17) Additional Resources: ➡️ To accelerate your recovery journey, book a call to see if the mentorship with Shaan's team will help your specific situation [https://byebyepanic.lpages.co/permanentrecoveryvideo/?utm_campaign=31&utm_medium=audio&utm_source=podcast]  ➡️ Get access to the Desensitization Blueprint [https://www.byebyepanic.com/?utm_campaign=31&utm_medium=audio&utm_source=podcast]   ➡️ FREE E-BOOK [https://byebyepanic.lpages.co/fearlessfreereport/?utm_campaign=31&utm_medium=audio&utm_source=podcast]   --- Follow me on social media:  🔹 Instagram [https://www.instagram.com/shaan_kassam]  🔹 Facebook [https://www.facebook.com/byebyepanic/]  🔹 LinkedIn [https://www.linkedin.com/in/shaankassam/]