Episode 393
Carrie Runs out of Panic Juice: Snake Phobia Edition
Carrie tells Ross about overcoming a snake phobia through gently-increasing exposures throughout 2023.
November 20, 20231h 1m
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Show Notes
Carrie tells Ross about her journey to overcome a snake phobia, on her own, through the psychological principle of exposure. They discuss the nature of “specific phobia”, and the different ways one can manage or overcome fears. Follow along as Carrie works her way from Rikki-Tikki-Tavi to the LA Zoo, to holding a boa constrictor. Plus, did you ever think about how stressful a waiver is? Apparently Carrie has.
Topics
panicerpophidiophobiasnakesspecific phobiaexposure therapy