Suzanne Jessee - Escape Anxiety: 8 Steps to Freedom Through Meditative Therapies

If you have the desire to change your life and rebirth yourself free of your old emotional afflictions, this program will coach and guide you in ways, which will allow you to escape your past and its destructive messages.

Bernie Siegel, MD

Author of 365 Prescriptions for the Soul, Prescriptions for Living
and Love, Medicine and Miracles

Suzanne Jessee has written an informative and instructional book on the Hows and Whys of using meditation-based therapies to Escape Anxiety.

The therapeutic value of these practices and the practical steps she gives in this book guide the reader toward a modicum of self-control over the anxiety and panic that plagues them.

I congratulate and honor her effort to bring this information to all who suffer in a most useable and simplified system.

Harry L. Haroutunian, MD

Physician Director, Betty Ford Center, a part of the Hazelden Betty Ford

Escape Anxiety is a powerful program that will help many people calm the worry and stress that steals their joy.

Dr. Daniel Amen

Amen Clinics, Inc.
Author of Change Your Brain, Change Your Body

Think of Suzanne as a scout, or the one who goes before you, as one who marks the path to follow toward freedom and light. If you dive into this book, immerse yourself in the story, try out the tools, and incorporate the principles into your own life, you will find safety, healing, freedom and peace.

Lavelle Jacobson, Master of Divinity

Spiritual Care Counselor
Betty Ford Center, a part of the Hazelden Betty Ford Foundation

Some years ago during a business trip, I was caught in the cross gunfire between two gangs. It left me dealing with anxiety attacks. I tried ignoring them and hoping they would go away and realized that this was getting worse and must be resolved.

Doctors were some help, but most of the work needed to be done by the person burdened by the attacks. I found Suzannes meditation tapes very helpful and would carry them with me even when I traveled. They were a vital tool for my journey of recovery and are still used when I have a stressful day.

Wanda

Victim of a violent crime

The Escape Anxiety program has literally changed my life. Its the driving tool that fine-tunes the mind to allow one to accomplish goals. The program has given me the mental power to release the stress in my life. Through Suzannes techniques, I can now clearly see and set aside the negative aspects that were once driving my life. The Escape Anxiety program has literally transformed me. It has allowed me to lose 15 pounds and focus on eating healthier and smarter. But most importantly, it has allowed me to respect and love myself. This in turn has brought those that are dearest to me closer. I owe a life of gratitude to Suzanne Jessees program.

Cameron Fraide

Palm Desert, California

Copyright 2015 by Suzanne Jessee

All rights reserved. Published in the United States of America. No part of this book may be reproduced or transmitted in any form or by any means, graphic, electronic, or mechanical, including photocopying, recording, taping or by any information storage or retrieval system, without the permission in writing from the publisher.

Neurogenesis Meditative Therapy (NMT) is a trademark of Suzanne Jessee

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First Edition

ISBN 978-1-59079-301-5

ISBN: 9781590793077

Library of Congress Cataloging-in-Publication Data

Jessee, Suzanne.

Escape anxiety : 8 steps to freedom through meditative therapies / Suzanne

Jessee, M.A., CHt. -- First Edition.

pages cm

Includes bibliographical references and index.

Summary: Author presents her 8-Step Escape Anxiety program, used at the Betty Ford Center and other treatment facilities, developed after her own experience of hospitalization for anxiety disorders and related alcoholism. Program is based on her concept of Neurogenesis Meditative Therapy (NMT) that integrates practices of progressive relaxation, mindfulness meditation, guided imagery meditation, hypnotherapy, and cognitive behavioral therapy-- Provided by publisher.

ISBN 978-1-59079-301-5 (hardbound book : alk. paper) 1. Anxiety. 2. Anxiety--Treatment. 3. Meditation. I. Title.

BF575.A6.J47 2015

152.46--dc23

2014037642

Book design by Janice Benight

Book illustrations by Lidiya Matvisiv

Spot illustrations istockphoto/Helga Wigandt

Manufactured in the United States of America

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This material has been written and published for educational purposes to enhance ones well-being in regard to health issues. The content of this book is the sole expression and opinion of its author, and not necessarily that of the publisher. The information given herein is not intended for the diagnosis of any medical condition, and the 8-Step Escape Anxiety program and the practice of Neurogenesis Meditative Therapy (NMT) presented here are not intended to be a substitute for an individuals prescribed medications or psychiatric or psychological treatments or therapies. Reliance on any information provided herein is at your own risk. The publisher and author will have no responsibility to any person or entity with respect to loss, damage, or injury claimed to be caused directly or indirectly by any information in this book.

Symptoms of anxiety and panic may be related to a serious medical condition. If you are experiencing symptoms of anxiety, consult with a healthcare professional to determine if you need medical intervention and treatment. Always seek the advice of your doctor or other healthcare provider with any questions you may have regarding a medical condition that you or those you are caring for may suffer from. Consult with your primary care physician or therapist about incorporating this or any other mental health improvement program into any existing course of treatment. Seek immediate help if you are exhibiting symptoms that may threaten your health, including but not limited to persistent insomnia, dramatic mood changes, or thoughts of suicide.

To all of the beloved children:
Jason, Breanna, Sarah, Amber, Amanda, Stephanie,
and Baby Girl born 8/24/77,
whose delicate lives God entrusted to me.
To my grandchildren, now and to come,
with my deepest love.

Manifest your dreams!

Contents

Eight Steps to Freedom:
The Escape Anxiety Program

Information and Resources
for Anxiety Sufferers

Foreword

T here are times in life when we need something, anything, to get us through. And there are times in life that were doing okay, but need that extra sparkle of inspiration to add some dazzle to our daily lives. No matter where you are coming from, or why you picked up this book, you are guaranteed to find some light and inspiration here.

This is not just a how to book, but a story, a journey with Suzanne as she shares her life story and the transformation that she experienced from the darkness of anxiety to freedom and light. Better than fiction, Suzanne tells her story with heart, always sharing her profound wisdom, the tools she has learned, her expertise as a clinical counselor and the hope she has experienced and brings to you, the reader.

Suzanne came into my life at a crucial time. Struggling with major life-altering decisions, a stressful yet rewarding career, overwhelming transitions in my home life, and significant grief and loss, Suzannes friendship was steady, present, consistent, and deep. When I think of Suzanne, these are a few of the things that come to my mind: breath of fresh air. Cool water on a hot afternoon. Rest when weary. Light in darkness. Lighthearted yet not one to skim the surface, Suzanne was a safe haven of friendship where I could be real, yet not be left to despair.