How a Base Jumper Saved Me

In 2001 Chris suffered a nervous breakdown. He experienced the most significant and distressing symptoms of Panic attacks, Agoraphobia and Anxiety for years. Fortunately, he has been able to overcome his illness, regaining freedom from its grip to now living a free and happy life.

Since becoming an Australian Paramedic over 20 years ago, he has also witnessed the suffering of many of his patients which along with his own therapeutic reasons decided to write everything he knows about the condition and how he rose from the depths of despair to where he is now. From struggling and coping with anxiety, fear and phobia to a life free of debilitating symptoms, this book caters to anyone who has or is suffering Anxiety whether it be mild, severe or pure PANIC!

'How a Base Jumper Saved Me' is a refreshing book of hope with information that has been researched, studied and tested to help fight this ever-challenging mental health condition. Combined with wit and wisdom to deliver a Drug-free approach.

Unpack the complexities of Anxiety at your own pace with interactive worksheets and tasks. Chris's unique perspective unveils the secrets of the mind and body's ability to create Fear, freeing you from its clutches. This book is also ideal for family or clinicians, mental health support advocates to understand the complexities of panic and anxiety disorders as well as providing a workbook interactive approach.

YOU HAVE THE POWER TO CHANGE.

Chris Breen's career in nursing and paramedicine, spanning over 25 years, is a testament to his dedication to mental health and support for others in the community, particularly in the contest of men's mental health in Australia. His journey, beginning with a personal struggle against severe Panic attacks, agoraphobia, and Anxiety in 2001, has shaped him into a compassionate mentor and educator. His experiences, both professional and personal, offer him a unique perspective on the complexities of mental well-being, including stress, Panic disorder, and social Anxiety. As a paramedic in Australia, he has witnessed the suffering of his patients, gaining a deeper understanding of mental health challenges, encompassing conditions like obsessive-compulsive disorder, post-traumatic stress disorder and Panic attacks. This experience, coupled with his own journey, makes him an empathetic guide in the area of mental health, advocating a drug-free approach with a strong emphasis on cognitive behaviour therapy techniques.His debut book, "How a Base Jumper Saved Me," reflects this blend of personal narrative and professional insight. His message is clear: with the right approach, anyone can overcome Anxiety and its mental health challenges with education, time and effort.