It’s helpful for me to believe his story. Hearing other people talk about their anxiety and coping strategies makes me feel more normal. Less isolated.

@robinmeekins1400

11 ай бұрын

Me too 💕

@KuostA

11 ай бұрын

You're not alone, I struggle everyday with the same thing. Do you have a fb or ig we could connect with to relate with each other?

@cuteprincess441

11 ай бұрын

Same, I think panic disorder is something we suffer with silently. You are not alone ❤️❤️

@rijd2304

11 ай бұрын

Having a morning routine has been great for managing my anxiety. I do deep breathing and some mindfulness exercises from the book 30 Days to Reduce Anxiety by Harper Daniels.

@Roma-SRyan

11 ай бұрын

well the way you losers take ownership of anxiety, always labeling it as "your anxiety" is the problem. you can say "my confidence, my resilience' but you don't. u always want to be victims and focus on negativity and then project it to others.

This goes to show once again nobody truly knows the inner issues that people struggle and suffer with. Thank you Matt for speaking up ❤.

I used to think of Matt as perfection, and now that he has shared his struggles, I am certain that he is in fact perfect. Perfectly human. ❤ I wish I could give him a hug and take away his childhood pain. This was very touching and appreciated.

@claudiacanales2662

11 ай бұрын

Well said! Matt is an amazing person for coming out and helping us feel normal!

@alexialira3839

11 ай бұрын

The thirst in this post....cringe

@Jim-bh7gs

10 ай бұрын

​@@alexialira3839 ??

As a sufferer myself since a young teenager (now in my fifty’s), I give Matt a lot of credit for being vulnerable and thank him. I was suffering in silence as a teenager for over a year. One day, Phil Donahue (an old talk show) had a discussion on panic attacks. I couldn’t believe it! I was so relieved to find out I wasn’t alone. Matt, I know that what you are doing will help someone else as I was helped that day. God bless you, lovey. 🙏💕

@tlynn7043

11 ай бұрын

Me too. As a teen I was so worried I was going nuts.

@suru01

11 ай бұрын

Same here. I suffered so much and then first learned what they were from Oprah in the early 00's. Thankful that nowadays mental health is talked about and understood more.

Been there, have the PTSD. We need more notable people to speak out and demystify anxiety and anxiety attacks in general. Kudos for speaking out.

@KuostA

11 ай бұрын

whats your ptsd from? youre right.

@janecoe9407

10 ай бұрын

TRUE

It’s always the best of human beings who don’t think they are good enough. I’m here to say that Matt Gutman is a true professional and great human being! 👏🏻💪🏻🙏🏻👍🏻

This made me tear it up. Most of my family don't understand how severe panic attacks are for me. When you start getting that sharpening, tight, beating pain in your chest that only prolongs your panic attacks. It's years of being drained mentally & emotionally

@KuostA

11 ай бұрын

whats youres from?

@shabrinaz9877

11 ай бұрын

Yeaa but HIS comes from that extreme condition of his workplace.. Not just some white people bullshit

@Sara-xk1ns

11 ай бұрын

⁠@@KuostAsometimes you never know the reason or it’s not 1 incident. Society is traumatic daily. We’re surrounded by war, gun violence, our politicians fighting, being food or money insecure and the constant fear of not being able to pay bills, resulting in losing everything. I personally was the strong one when my family needed it, I did it for years. My dad died when I was 3 so I don’t remember him, my mom remarried but it wasn’t good. She became a single mom who died when I was 19. It was just my pregnant sister and I. Our mom had been totally healthy then 1 night she wasn’t. Never found out what caused it or what it was. She slowly suffered from oct to feb, unable to talk or make sense, unable to recognize her own children, unable to walk. I saw my mom literally become this person I didn’t know. I spent every day by her hospital bed just looking into each other’s eyes. Words couldn’t be spoken but she felt comfort when I was there. We tried any and everything to help her, even getting her into the best hospital in Boston and driving 3 hours morning and night to visit her daily. She passed, my niece was born a few weeks later prematurely where I almost lost my sister during the too. I was protective of my sister and niece. My long term boyfriend, who everyone said we were soul mates also died a few months later in a wrestling accident. I tried to return to a normal life, work, sleep, repeat. But I was crumbling inside and had no idea. One day I had my first panic attack in a kohls store. I went to the bathroom bc I felt sick and this was a feeling I’d never had before. I called my aunt and she immediately knew what it was and helped talk me through it enough so I could at least get myself out of the store to my car. She had me drive right to her house and we talked. I got help but this therapist threw pills at the issue, not helping me learn actual coping skills. I started using the pills all the time and drinking and using other things to numb the pain. I got sober, got married, had a child, and am now almost 40, single, sober and happily the parent of a 15 yr old son. Clearly my life has gotten better since then right? I’ve got a good job, happy family, great relationships with my family, steady housing, hobbies, great dog and cat….all the things you’d expect a “normal happy” person to have. But for some reason I have horrible panic attacks still. To the point I am physically ill amd need to nap for a few hours just to feel well again. I will be fine and then soaking thru my clothes with sweat. Then I’ll be shivering bc the sweat makes me cold. Then Im nauseous, panicking and can’t calm myself down bc I feel like my body is heading somewhere I don’t want to go, nor can I handle it. I know it’s a panic attack and I know it won’t kill me, but in my mind in that moment it feels like it will and you can’t stop that fear OR sometimes it’s so bad you’re just like if it’s going to happen just do it already, I can’t take it anymore. It’s a rollercoaster daily. Will it be a good day? Or a bad day? Can I get thru work without an attack? Can I prevent one coming on by using some skills or distraction methods ive learned? It’s just a never ending game it feels like. Sorry for the rambling. I didn’t mean to go on for so long. I hope this helps give you some info on my experience. Everyone’s is different though. I think your question is valid, some people are naturally curious or want to ask questions to learn more. I don’t know your intentions but I figured I’d share my story. If it helps, good. If not, that’s okay too. I hadn’t talked about this in awhile and it felt good to share.

This. I finally went to therapy in my 60s after trying ALL the other things. My therapist realized I essentially have always had an anxious brain. I just always thought I was a hot mess. Still a struggle but feel so much stronger and peace-filled. Peace to you.

I’ve had a panic attack only once in my life and it was the worst thing I ever experienced. It’s good to hear how others cope with anxiety..

Anxiety has plagued me since early childhood. It’s vital for me to hear about other who struggle like I do. It actually shocks me to hear about how others suffer as well.

@KuostA

11 ай бұрын

same. what's yours from?

@jansmith3158

11 ай бұрын

Anxiety, Panic attacks, depression are all signs of vitamin & mineral deficiency and possible adrenal fatigue. see Dr Berg on all of this. Eat a clean diet like keto or carnviore diet (see Dr Berg, Dr Eckberg,Dr Ken Berry Dr Mindy Pelz, Shawn baker md podcast, kelly hogan, steak and butter gal, dante freedom Carnivore, carnivore kipp etc) get a advance vitamin & mineral deficiency test including Ferritin iron test. best to find a functional or alternative medicine doctor or naturopath to help you. rebuild your good gut bacteria by eating RAW sauerkraut. you can buy at health food store, Joe Trders, big box grocery store. Eat a tablespoon per day. Your health is ALL rooted in your diet. If you are eating the standard american diet you are NOT getting the proper nutrienc. DO NOT SUFFER....look into all of this. take care.

It’s always unresolved trauma. It’s great to know that he has found ways to heal. Sometimes you have to continue to search until you find what works for you.

Anxiety attacks are a very serious mental health issue, speaking from my own experiences with them. So I appreciate anybody who can help raise our awareness about it. Thank you so much, Matt.

Matt, you are very much appreciated for being honest about your struggle. You do good work out in the field and you are good to your fans. Be well, Sir.

I worked as a 911 operator. As a result of my career, I experienced PTSD. Due to severe panic attacks, I was unable to leave my home most days. After 2 years of trying different therapists and meds; I finally found a therapist who used light therapy to treat me. I am so grateful for him and his knowledge about the treatment. He helped me to be whole again. That was over 20 years ago and at that time light therapy was a new treatment. I urge anyone with severe anxiety and panic attacks to seek out this therapy.

He's a genuine man...very humble...so likeable...your dad word be so proud of you!

I needed to hear this today

@sjones3191

11 ай бұрын

We aren’t alone. Just breathe.

@plazadechula

11 ай бұрын

Me too. Sending love from California.

Thank you for talking about it. I had a Stellate Ganglion Block three days ago after 53 years of panic, anxiety, depression and C-PTSD, all treatment resistant. The change is a 180! I had never heard of the procedure, the relief began instantly.

This was really good. What a great reporter of his own experience. Anxiety and panic attacks, PTSD, they are debilitating and so common

I have 100% RESPECT for Matt because I too suffer from PTSD, anxiety, panic attacks, depression etc it’s tough on a daily basis and if you don’t live it you don’t know! God bless you buddy, you do AMAZING reporting ! 🙏🏻🙏🏻🙏🏻🙏🏻😀😀😀

@KuostA

11 ай бұрын

what is yours stemming from?

@toddmerritt960

11 ай бұрын

@@KuostA Hi ,my birth father committed suicide in my presence at age 8 after verbal and some physical abuse from birth

@KuostA

11 ай бұрын

I understand. I experienced similar. what has worked for u? @@toddmerritt960

@toddmerritt960

11 ай бұрын

@@KuostA Five medications and a good therapist but I’m not able to work any longer I’m only 42 worked until 2019 and started working in 1996 but the people and noises was too much I applied three years ago for social security disability turned down once so still waiting and had to get a lawyer involved

Thanks for sharing your story Matt. I can relate to your life story. My mother passed away when I was nine and have spent my lifetime dealing with anxiety and panic attacks not knowing how to deal with my inner trauma. I will definitely be picking up this book!

HE IS EXTREMELY BRAVE FOR LETTING ALL OF US IN HIS PERSONAL AND PROFESSIONAL STRANGLES, VERY KIND, THANK'S.

Matt Gutman is one of the best @ his job. Great introspect towards a persistent enduring professional.

This really reminded me of Dan Harris' struggle with panic attacks while he too worked for ABC.

God bless you for trying to overcome your problem!! Lots of luck in your journey!!

I am so grateful that Matt shared this. I wish him continued better mental health and self care.

I really appreciate Matt opening up about this because, as someone with chronic anxiety and C-PTSD, I have had lots of panic attacks throughout my life. It makes me feel less alone to hear someone publicly speak about the realities of struggling with trauma, chronic anxiety, and panic attacks.

Interesting. This was very eye opening to hear how his panic attacks stems from trauma of some sort. Usually you go to a therapist and you just get coping techniques. This was very real to understand his pain from childhood and his need to cover up and be in a sense perfect. Wow. Very fascinating.

Panic attack and excity is no fun!! Its a real thing ❤ I suffer alone!!! You got this my friend ❤ Thank you for being strong enough to talk about it!! I feel nothing but shame!!!So proud of you my friend!!

@joanneweiss3864

11 ай бұрын

You definitely don't suffer alone.....I have 55 yrs & still working on new coping skills. There is no shame.....people next to you everywhere you go are also suffering.....we're all suffering separately vut together. Hope you have a great therapist, took me 5 tries to find one 2 years ago who helps me unbelievably! Also tons on blogs and online forums,met others to share! You can do it, if I am, anyone can. Mine was so severe I shouldn't be here twice❤

@juleswick

11 ай бұрын

@@joanneweiss3864I’m glad you’re still here and that you’re putting one foot in front of the other each and every day. I too live with anxiety and I find so much comfort hearing other’s stories. You are not alone. ❤❤❤

@juleswick

11 ай бұрын

The most you share and talk about it the less power it seems to have. So many of us suffer in silence when we don’t have too…myself included. Hope this is a reminder that we aren’t alone. ❤️❤️❤️❤️

My best friend died suddenly when I was 15. (Reyes syndrome before we knew about aspirin vs children and adolescents) No grief counseling then , nothing. Fast forward 16 months later, shock worse off, “forever” settled in. Panic/anxiety attacks. Thankfully my parents got me help asap. But one and done is not how panic attacks work. People think you get “used to them”…….. never. But the silver lining is: coping helps and all the techniques. I’m 70 now and can look back and track the progress. Bless you for sharing this.

Great story to share with us. Thank you!

Omg. That’s is so sorry about suffering panic attacks. I suffer and it’s horrific!!!

Thanks for sharing this Matt - I still struggle with it and even lost, what I thought, was a lifetime friendship because of panic attacks. One that forced me off an airplane as we were getting ready to go. It's helpful to hear how you dealt with it and I'll check out the book! - Scott Forbes

As a benzo survivor, I will say that as long you are taking medication/drugs/psychedelics, your nervous system will never truly be homeostatic. Once you've become dependent, it is very hard to undo the changes to your brain.

Matt, you have been a throb for me since I first saw you on the news. I look forward to your exciting news stories. Thank you for what you do.

Thank you for sharing Matt. Shortly after I lost sight of one of my eyes I had my first panic attack and several before seeking my physician for help. I discussed this with my physician and was prescribed Zoloft. Fast forward 30+ years, still on Zoloft and have only had 3 panic attacks. Best of luck to you.

Class act. Courageous. Thank you Matt. I can relate to all of what you’ve described.

I've been a fan of Matts' talent for years....

Matt is very brave for writing his book and participating in this interview. Those 2 things are helping to chip away at the stigma. In the past, I've been told I'm a pus** and was making it up. That doesn't happen anymore because people are more open-minded and educating themselves

We love you Matt! Thank you for bringing awareness!

I never even knew he got suspended. I like seeing these stories from people who are extremely successful and are very competent at what they do. You just assume these people have an overabundance of confidence.

You are a great journalist, thank you for sharing. God bless you!!

Thank you so much, Matt🙏

I have them and I Totally understand I get it from 911 which my husband was a first responder and watching those towers go down as a nightmare for me so throughout the years I have struggled with panic anxiety you can’t even imagine I’m with you met I’ve been watching you for years and I love your car respondence on wherever you are. I hope everything is well and I’m gonna go get your book. My prayers are with you and always will be no keep up the good work and keep on fighting. God Bless.

As a phd student, I get this 100%. The imposter syndrome is crypling.

Thanks Matt, I have always loved you on tv, y ou are helping so many God bless you and yours.

THANK YOU MATT FOR SPEAKING OUT!!❤ This is what needs to happen in this society where mental health is on the decline more than ever. We need for people to speak out, its best for themselves and to inspire others. We need more people like yourself who have accomplished what people with mental health issues FEEL like they can't accomplish because they're "different". Lead the path to change. #BreakTheStigma

We are all like tiny ants running around on this planet. So glad Matt shared his story

God bless this man❣️

Thank you for sharing this Matt.

Very Brave ❤and I hope he is blessed. GOD BLESS

Prayers for him.

I have found that CBT helped me sooooo much more than any medication my doctor tried to put me on. They just made my symptoms worse. I will definitely look into his book and that knotted string technique! Sending him positive vibes to get through this!

The nicest guy on TV So sweet, handsome and kind and empathetic. .

Excellent interview, I had no idea. It would have been helpful to hear more about that technique though.

God,do I understand anxidty and panic attacks! But,I never would have guessed this man likewise suffered. He hid it bettwr than I did,for sure. Thanks for this interview, very brave as a public figure.

You have always have been great to watch and listen to you! Always did a good job! Good Luck 🍀

Thank you Matt for sharing your experience

Looking forward to the 20 percent happier podcast

I really like Matt!! He is so great reporting all storie's.... Anxiety is very hard to let go of !!!! It's very hard..... I hope you the best of luck, in your endevor's!!! ❤️❤️❤️... 🌹🌹🌹.....

Been there! Thanks for Sharing!

THANK YOU

A humbled man!

Fantastic that he talks about it, especially as a man. In the public eye no less.

I would've never thought he had that problem. It's a horrible thing to have or go through. I suffer from it and anything can trigger it

God bless he a nice man

RESPECT....... Brother......

I'm hoping for a video of a "day/week in the life of Matt Gutman." This guy travels so much to deliver the news. A glimpse of what goes on behind the scenes to prepare would be a very interesting story. I can't imagine what his life is like on the road so much!

His book would go great in combo with the book 30 Days to Reduce Anxiety by Harper Daniels, which teaches mindfulness lessons for anxiety and stress.

Damn. Dan Harris and now Matt Gutman. Good god. What a tough job.

I just wish a lot of these treatments were more accessible and affordable

I have been dealing with it for 15 years - I even pass out when they get so high. It's awful.

I have had panic attacks several times in my life, they make it impossible for me to function, I tremble, hyperventilate and my eyes dilate and dart. If you are able to maintain your composure and speak calmly on-air you are not having a panic attack. Being nervous or anxious is not the same thing as a panic attack.

When I was young my panic attacks were so bad I couldn't even enter a room if someone was already in it. So I joined the military 2 days after high school and that help to elevate some of it. But it's a life long struggle.

Panic attacks feel like seizures, so imagine having a disorder of it

Bravo

Trazadone and clonazepam have "cured" me. Haven't had a panic attack for over 10 years.

Does anyone know what happened to him on air…or what he did rather?

@margaro2615

11 ай бұрын

I think it was the Kobe Bryant helicopter crash. He reported someone had died incorrectly I believe

Thanks for talking about panic attacks. It is shameful, but you taking about it can help people.

We all have secrets we don’t want anyone else to ever find out about. I’m one of those people! 😢

@s.p.baughman7885

11 ай бұрын

very true ..we want people to see how strong and capable we are at all times ...My therapist says to me now you have tools in your tool box to use ..breathing exercises , eating sour candy it shocks the system , The shoe lace is a great exercise ...I dont have all the answers but mine was brought on by Trauma...

Wonderful! I can identify.

Anxiety is a struggle for many of us 🙏🏾

Thanks for sharing, Matt. I enjoy watching your reporting. Imposter? No way! :))

Soooo, the string method. You inhale and put your fingers on the top of the string and then move them down as you exhale. Do you inhale at the next knot? I've tried and learned so much, but have not seen that. I like how it is something to focus on as well.

I know the feeling it is absolutely debilitating

That’s when you learn to just live one moment at time.

Propranolol has helped me, more than Xanax or Valium.

What could have been useful was an explanation of what a panic attack is and what panic disorder is.

Maybe, it is no longer abnormal to feel somewhat panicked, in everyday life, in the moment. Pretty weird, is it not? ALL OF IT

Love the vulnerability

Matt you are too hard on yourself. This make me so sad . You are a good person. You are Doing a great job buddy. Meditation and Conscious breathing help me.

The same thing happened to another major news anchor, I forgot his name. But in his interview he shows his panic attack on air.

@mattw4496

10 ай бұрын

Dan Harris, same network... kzread.info/dash/bejne/kaWjlteJqMu7qrg.html&pp=ygUQYWJjIHBhbmljIGF0dGFjaw%3D%3D

This was so interesting to watch, the fact that his CHILD HOOD TRAUMA affected him to this degree, and figuring out why he had such extreme panic attacks and anxiety. Ketamine? Interesting.

I pray that more people would take a page in the book of Trevor Noah, and leave a situation that’s not healthy for them or that’s just not serving them anymore. It’s OK to have come, seen and conquered and move onto the next. I feel like that is a place of safety and wisdom, but also bravery to reinvent yourself.

Hes the most beautiful man ive ever seen.

@daddygrace253

11 ай бұрын

You've lived a sheltered life.

@tommorales2371

11 ай бұрын

Maybe, but he reminds me of a healthy, Rod Serling..

@juanita_rocksteady2761

11 ай бұрын

​@@tommorales2371 He does doesn't he? He even sounds a little like Rod Serling.

@diamondstar583

11 ай бұрын

@@tommorales2371 I just looked him up, and he Really does look like him.

@tommorales2371

11 ай бұрын

Haha heh cool, I see him every night on ABC World NEWS tonight atc 5:30 everyday after the local news, thers a Hansome Host, David Muir, as well.😍🥰

I think a lot of people who have high stress profession’s have panic disorder. A lot of MD’s, RN’s and RT have panic disorder. And often imposter syndrome.

Wow

Handsome

When hot people share vulnerabilities like this I feel so comforted lmao

Good lordt that is an extremely handsome man

Thank you for sharing such a vulnerable part of your life. I recently have realized i have anxiety. I always thought how i felt was normal and everyone felt this way. The anxiety is slowly killing me and i know i have to do something about it.