A Healthy Push

A Healthy Push

How do I recover from anxiety? How do I recover from panic disorder? How do I recover from agoraphobia? How do I overcome panic attacks? How do I find peace from my anxious and intrusive thoughts? How do I stop fearing and start actually living my life? You might even be questioning whether or not recovering from anxiety, panic disorder, and agoraphobia is even possible! Whether you’ve been struggling for months, years, or even a decade or more, this is the show for you. On the A Healthy Push Podcast, you’ll be learning practical, actionable, and healthy steps that will help you heal from anxiety, panic disorder, and agoraphobia and start living the life you’re worthy and deserving of living - a life of peace, joy, and freedom! Each week, host Shannon Jackson shares the tips, tools, truths, and actions that helped her to overcome her 15-year journey with anxiety, panic disorder, and agoraphobia and start living the adventurous life that she lives today! Along with sharing her knowledge and inspiration, she interviews top mental health experts and former sufferers turned educators, to prove to you that recovery is possible and that you’re absolutely not alone (or crazy)! Make sure to Subscribe so that you don’t miss an episode! And if you aren’t already following me on Instagram, make sure to follow me @ahealthypush. And if you’d like to connect with me on a more personal level and get even more support, head on over to www.ahealthypush.com.

Episodes

July 28, 2025 35 mins

If you’ve ever felt like your anxiety lives in your stomach, you’re not alone. Digestive issues like nausea, bloating, urgency, cramping, and food sensitivity are incredibly common, and incredibly frustrating, when you're dealing with anxiety and panic.

In this episode, I’m sharing my personal experience with years of daily stomach symptoms, constant testing, food fear, and the anxiety spiral that so many of you know all too well.

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Let’s be honest... panic attacks freaking suck! Sometimes, you don’t need a mindset shift or a breathing technique, you just need someone to say, “Yep, this is really hard, and you’re not crazy for feeling this way.”

In this episode, I’m keeping it real. I’m sharing some of my most intense, emotional, and yes, even funny panic attack stories to remind you that you’re not alone and you’re definitely not broken. Whether you've had on...

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Avoidance is something we all do, especially when it comes to anxiety, panic, and agoraphobia, but it’s also what keeps us stuck. So I've dedicated an entire conversation to unpacking avoidance: why it happens, how it shows up (even in sneaky ways), and what’s really at the root of it. Because I don't want you to stay stuck!

From fear of feeling to perfectionism and a lack of self-trust, I break down the most common reasons people a...

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Ever find yourself caught in a loop of anxious thoughts, panic, or overwhelm? You’re not alone. This used to be me every single day!

In this episode, I get real about what it looks like to spiral, and more importantly, how to compassionately support yourself through it. From reframing your thoughts to taking gentle, supportive actions, I share practical tools and encouragement to help you navigate these tough moments without making ...

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So much has been happening behind the scenes, and in this episode, I’m finally sitting down to catch you up! From finalizing my divorce and moving into a new apartment, to changing my name, starting therapy again, and even beginning a new relationship. This season of life has been full of transition, growth, and deep healing.

I’m sharing what it’s really looked like to navigate big life changes while still showing up for myself, my ...

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What happens when the life you built no longer feels like home, and the decision to leave brings not just grief, but deep anxiety and self-doubt?

I’m joined by therapist and mom Stacey Sherrell for a raw, honest conversation about the emotional realities of divorce. We talk about what it really looks like to leave a long-term relationship while parenting, navigating anxiety, and trying to rediscover who you are outside of a relation...

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In this powerful and emotional episode, I sit down with Heather, a former Panic to Peace student, to talk about her journey with panic disorder, agoraphobia, and anxiety spans more than 30 years. From her first panic attack at age 14 to becoming housebound and relying on others for even the most basic daily tasks, Heather has lived through the depths of fear and isolation that many people with anxiety know all too well. But today, ...

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In this heartfelt and powerful Q&A episode, I’m joined by Annie—one of my former students and a regular voice on the podcast—to dive into the hardest questions that come up during anxiety recovery.

If you've ever wondered, What if I never get better? or felt stuck despite doing all the “right” things, this episode is for you. We talk about the fears, doubts, setbacks, and emotional heaviness that can show up in recovery—and mos...

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In this moving and relatable episode, I sit down with Lauren, a recent graduate of my Panic to Peace program, as she shares her powerful journey through anxiety, panic disorder, and agoraphobia.

Lauren opens up about the life events that triggered her struggle—loss, burnout, and avoidance—and how it all came to a head during one hot summer day in Brooklyn.

We talk about:

  • The early signs of anxiety Lauren experienced as a child
  • The...
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In this episode, I’m joined by Nicole Mendizabal to talk about something so many of us struggle with—creating schedules that actually work for us instead of pushing us toward burnout. If you have ADHD, anxiety, or just tend to overload your days, this conversation is a must-listen.

We talk about:

  • How to check in with yourself and assess your daily capacity
  • Building schedules that match your natural energy patterns
  • Why people with A...
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In this honest and empowering episode, I dive deep into a tough but transformative topic: how you might be unintentionally playing a role in your own suffering when it comes to anxiety, panic disorder, and agoraphobia.

I share my personal experiences, including how I used to blame everything outside of myself—until I realized that real healing required taking ownership of my thoughts, behaviors, and recovery journey.

If you're feeli...

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Have you ever wondered why talk therapy alone sometimes isn’t enough to heal trauma? In this episode, Britt Piper joins me to dive into the transformative power of somatic healing and why starting with the body can be the key to lasting recovery.

Britt shares what a body-first approach really looks like, why our nervous system holds onto trauma, and how healing happens through experience—not just information. We discuss the role of ...

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In this episode, I sit down with Tessa, a former Panic to Peace student, to talk about her journey through anxiety, panic disorder, and agoraphobia—and how she’s finding true, lasting healing by slowing down and reconnecting with herself.

For years, Tessa managed her anxiety by controlling everything around her. But when those strategies began to break down, she realized she needed a new path—one that involved nervous system regulat...

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Health anxiety can feel overwhelming; constantly scanning your body for symptoms, seeking reassurance from doctors and loved ones, and endlessly researching online.

In this episode of A Healthy Push, I sat down with licensed therapist, Dr. Britney Chesworth, to talk about what really fuels health anxiety, the harmful cycles it creates, and how you can start breaking free!

WANNA SAY GOODBYE TO ANXIETY, PANIC DISORDER, & AGORAPHOBI...

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Thinking about trying medication or going back on it? This episode is for you!

While I can't tell you what to do, my goal is to help you make the healthiest decision for YOU. I share my honest thoughts on medication, how it can be helpful, how to navigate mental blocks around taking it, what NOT to do when considering medication, and what to do if medication hasn’t worked for you.

Remember, I’m not a doctor, so please consult with ...

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Are you constantly trying to “fix” yourself in order to feel less anxious? What if the key to healing isn’t about fixing anything—but about accepting who you are right now?

In this week’s episode of A Healthy Push, I’m joined by licensed therapist turned coach, Mollie Birney, and we’re diving deep into the powerful role self-acceptance plays in anxiety recovery.

We talk about why embracing your current reality—rather than fighting it...

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As you probably already know, I struggled with anxiety, panic disorder, and agoraphobia for 15 years. And my recovery was… rough, really rough! There was so much I didn’t know, so much I tried, and I attempted to do it all alone.

So, in this episode, I wanna share with you what I’d do if I had to overcome anxiety again - because I would definitely do things differently! If you apply these things I’m sharing with you, it’ll absolutel...

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If you're someone who struggles with saying no, constantly seeks approval, or feels overwhelmed trying to keep everyone happy—this episode is for you!

In this episode, I sit down with Nicole Mendizabal, a licensed therapist specializing in people pleasing and anxiety. I was so excited to discuss this topic with Nicole, as she provided expert insight on this layered subject! Together we discuss:

  • what people pleasing is
  • h...
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Agoraphobia is one of the most misunderstood anxiety disorders—and if you’re struggling with it, you’ve probably asked yourself more than once: Will I ever feel normal again? Can this actually get better? In this episode, I’m breaking down exactly what agoraphobia is (and what it isn’t), how it develops, and most importantly, whether or not it can be cured.

Whether you’re just starting to understand your experience or you’ve been on...

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Do you call yourself an "overthinker?" If you do (or have), this will be a really helpful conversation for you to tune into!

I sat down with Elizabeth, a trauma and anxiety therapist who specializes in helping anxious overthinkers find quiet confidence. We dove deep into the world of overthinking.

We chat about:

  • Why Do We Overthink?
  • How to Tell the Difference Between Productive Thinking and Overthinking
  • Breaking Free from the Overth...
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