Step into the intimate world of Jess Seimers, host of the enlightening Panic Button podcast, as she joins Nick to unveil her profound journey through the depths of anxiety and the tumultuous waves of panic attacks.  In this compelling episode, Jess bares her soul, recounting her turbulent path from the shadows of college anxiety to the light of understanding and healing. With candor and courage, she shares the pivotal moments of her life, from the heart-wrenching lows of divorce and the devastating loss of a parent to the unprecedented challenges of the COVID-19 pandemic. Through it all, she emphasizes the transformative power of routine and the invaluable support of psychiatric intervention in unraveling the complexities of her mental health. Experience the roller coaster of emotions as Jess bravely navigates the daunting transition from one medication to another, grappling with heightened anxiety and panic attacks amidst the chaos of a global crisis.  Hear her raw vulnerability as she confronts the fears of motherhood in the midst of a pandemic, grappling with the absence of her usual support system and the overwhelming concern for her son's safety. Witness Jess's poignant journey of grief and resilience as she confronts the sudden loss of her father, seeking solace and strength through therapy and the development of coping strategies. In this profound conversation, Jess and Nick shed light on the profound importance of seeking help, grappling with self-doubt, and finding hope amidst the darkness.  Explore Jess's inspiring genesis of the Panic Button Podcast, a beacon of hope and solidarity for those struggling with mental health, as she endeavors to destigmatize and amplify the voices of the unheard. Prepare to be moved, inspired, and enlightened as Jess and Nick embark on a transformative exploration of mental health, resilience, and the unwavering power of human connection so that we can all go through life with our eyes wide open.    Find Jess Siemers here:   Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/panic_buttonpodcast/   Podcast: https://open.spotify.com/show/4hXwImzGJguyWs61MyLQqq?si=9564a509ac05487f   Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/people/Panic-Button-Podcast/61555742574325   YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@panicbuttonpodcast Find Nick Thompson here:   Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/nthompson513/    YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@EyesWideOpenContent   LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/nickthompson13/    UCAN Foundation: https://www.ucanfoundation.org/    Website: https://www.engagewithnick.com/