My guest this week is Bonnie Brindle, a therapist, transformational coach, and author who has turned her personal battles with anxiety and panic disorder into a mission to help others. Growing up in a psychologically unsafe family environment, Bonnie's life took a dark turn as she developed debilitating anxiety and agoraphobia. At her lowest point, she questioned whether life was worth living. However, her love for horses and the support of a few close friends became her lifeline, pulling her back from the brink.
Your host is Janet Sandberg, a spiritual badass with over 35 years of metaphysical expertise. She’s a soul interpreter, reiki master teacher, divine channel, intuitive life coach, and author who helps you tap into your soul's wisdom in order to rebuild your life with meaning and purpose following major life transitions, loss, or suicidal ideation.
In this episode, Bonnie shares her journey from being trapped by anxiety to finding freedom and purpose. She discusses the impact of her family dynamics, the onset of her panic disorder in high school, and the crushing experience of having to withdraw from college. Bonnie opens up about the pivotal moments and strategies that helped her reclaim her life, including therapy, connecting with nature, and developing a unique therapeutic modality called wildlife imagery.
Bonnie also talks about her book, Cracking the Crazy Makers Code: Nine Simple Steps to Ease Your Anxiety, which offers practical steps and reflections to help others navigate their own struggles with anxiety and depression. Her story is a powerful testament to the resilience of the human spirit and the importance of finding what grounds us.
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