From Fear to Freedom: How to Break the Grip of Anxiety & Live in the NOW ~ Reviews

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Customers find the book’s advice practical and immediately useful, with one mentioning it provides tools and suggestions for dealing with anxiety. Moreover, the book offers an outstanding overview of anxiety and stress, with one customer noting it takes the time to define anxiety states.
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• WarrenHCL 5.0 out of 5 stars How you can live in the NOW
  Reviewed in the United States on May 30, 2025 Verified Purchase
  I was truly impressed by From Fear to Freedom: How to Break the Grip of Anxiety & Live in the NOW by P.J. Zito. As an Engineer and college professor, I especially value how this book provides a clear, thoughtful roadmap for identifying the roots and types of anxiety that can block our progress in life. Once someone gains clarity about what’s happening in their present moment—their NOW—they can move forward with greater confidence. P.J. Zito offers practical, time-tested steps to help clear that path and step into a more fulfilling life. If fear or anxiety has been weighing you down (and let’s be honest, we all face it at times), you’ll find this book to be a powerful guide filled with techniques that truly work.Helpful
  
  
• Linda L. 5.0 out of 5 stars GET YOUR ROADMAP TO A MORE SATISFYING NOW!!
  Reviewed in the United States on May 22, 2025 Verified Purchase
  I am so impressed with the details and order of From Fear to Freedom: How to Break the Grip of Anxiety & Live in the NOW work of P.J. Zito! As a LMFT, I appreciate that a person is given a roadmap to explore the source and type of anxiety that may be causing a roadblock to one’s future. Once a person knows what is happening in their NOW…they are able to proceed on a road that is more clear. PJ offers sound tips and steps to clear that road and get on with a more fulfilling life. If you are dealing with fears and anxiety (and who doesn’t??), you will appreciate this power packed book of well tested techniques that are sure to promote a more satisfying NOW.Helpful
  
  
• Lynda Roy 5.0 out of 5 stars Clear, concise, and immediately useful!
  Reviewed in the United States on May 23, 2025 Verified Purchase
  Clear, concise, and immediately useful! I loved reading this book and activated several of the suggested self-care rituals. My anxiety is easing, and I read it a second time today to add more freedom to my life. Thank you for sharing your heart and wisdom in such an action-oriented way, PJ! Helpful
  
  
• seeking serenity and harmony 5.0 out of 5 stars Informative and Recommended
  Reviewed in the United States on September 2, 2025 Verified Purchase
  From Fear to Freedom: How to Break the Grip of Anxiety & Live in the NOW by PJ Zito was well worth the read. I recommend it. I will be rereading it to remind myself of the great information contained in it. Helpful
  
  
• Pat Black-Gould 5.0 out of 5 stars An excellent resource for anyone dealing with stress and anxiety Reviewed in the United States on May 25, 2025 Verified Purchase
  For anyone who deals with stress, anxiety, or a hectic life that keeps their mind swirling, From Fear to Anxiety is for you. Author PJ Zito does an excellent job exploring and explaining the causes of life’s stressors and offers a variety of techniques that allow individuals the opportunity to slow down and live in the NOW.
  As a psychologist who treats clients with stress and anxiety, I would highly recommend this book. The author’s comfortable and informative writing style takes readers through a step-by-step process of understanding various stressors. Also, it offers a combination of skills used not only in Cognitive-Behavioral Therapy but in other therapeutic modalities, further enhancing the mind-body connection. As someone who suffers from sleep problems, I’m especially pleased to see a section on sleep hygiene, yoga, and meditation.One person found this helpful.
  
  
• Ginny Lang 5.0 out of 5 stars Clear and practical advice on a common and debilitating problem!
  Reviewed in the United States on May 31, 2025 Verified Purchase
  This book offers an outstanding overview of anxiety and stress, what causes them, what they feel like, and what to do about them. The advice on managing stress is comprehensive, practical, and easy to follow. PJ Zito is a wise and compassionate teacher who can help us all live in the NOW and change our perspectives from frenzied and fearful to calm and thoughtful. I’ll keep this book handy and share it freely. Helpful
  
  
• Debora J McLaughlin 5.0 out of 5 stars Making the Fast Shift
  Reviewed in the United States on May 28, 2025 Verified Purchase
  Wow! Fear to Freedom powerfully creates momentum. From its first pages it offers so much, from the unexpected free gifts, Techniques to Living in the Now to 21 Habits to Grow your Personal Power. I immediately sensed the authors passion for her work and the potential of her ability to help so many achieve freedom through self-care. I was immediately able to connect with her insight about stressful worry and sleeplessness. Refocusing on being in the now brings peace. Using her techniques allowed me to sit at the end of a dock and witness a family of mallards going by, two parents and eight babies. Letting go of anxiety and stress allows for the presence to enjoy such moments and to allow them to enrich the day. As a psychotherapist and coach I noted the books ability to easily highlight each category of stress and anxiety and to provide the applicable breathing techniques and thought monitoring needed to quickly make the shift. This book does provide the key to freedom, all within a quick and actionable read too! Helpful
  
  
• Denise Linton 5.0 out of 5 stars Self care strategies NOW
  Reviewed in the United States on June 27, 2025 Verified Purchase
  It was eye opening reading this comprehensive book by PJ Zito. She took the time to define anxiety states and the effects of stress on our physical and mental planes. I particularly liked the self care strategies that she included and found myself performing them … from deep breathing exercises to getting on my back and trying the yoga pose. Indeed, her an expertise is evident. Thank you PJ! Helpful
  
  
• Teresa Kohler author of The Spirit Led Entrepreneur 5.0 out of 5 stars Practical Advice
  Reviewed in the United States on September 5, 2025 Verified Purchase
  If you are looking for easy to implement strategies to overcome anxiety then this book is for you.
  I specifically like when the author reminds us that we choose happiness or we choose suffering. Let’s put down suffering and choose happiness!!!
  I recommend this book to anyone who wants a better night’s sleep. Helpful
  
  
• RUTHIE L MANIER 5.0 out of 5 stars I am excited to live in the NOW
  Reviewed in the United States on September 3, 2025 Verified Purchase
  I enjoyed this book very much as a person that suffers from anxiety. Lots of tips for a healthier life too. Thank you. I gave From Fear to Freedom 5*****stars!
  
  
• Lou-Anne Dillard 5.0 out of 5 stars Helpful and to the point
  Reviewed in the United States on June 12, 2025 Verified Purchase
  This is a very practical how to book. PJ is thorough and organized in the way she presents her material. She doesn’t spend time with information that isn’t helpful. She gets right to the point of offering life changing techniques for managing stress and anxiety. A must read for anyone who wants to improve their outlook on life. Helpful
  
  
• Vicki D 5.0 out of 5 stars Get out of fear and anxiety to get back to your NOW, now.
  Reviewed in the United States on May 19, 2025 Verified Purchase
  The perfect book to keep close at hand. It is jam-packed full of practical and very useful information to help a reader identify when they have moved into but more importantly, how to move out of fear, anxiety, frustrations, worry… all the things that take you out of the NOW and bog you down in the arena of no control. The authors simple suggestions are just right for bringing you back to you, NOW! Helpful
  
  
• Sue Paterson 5.0 out of 5 stars A road map to navigate fear, anxiety & stress
  Reviewed in the United States on June 20, 2025 Verified Purchase
  From basic concepts of how fear and stress affects us to deeper challenges, this book gives a detailed, step-by-step guide on freeing from your body and spirit. A must read. It will become your handbook on moving out of fear and into freedom.Helpful
  
  
• messana kizim 5.0 out of 5 stars  Practical
  Reviewed in the United States on May 28, 2025 Verified Purchase
  I was skeptical about another self-care book, but this one hit different. Zito breaks down anxiety and stress without being preachy. What I loved most is how practical it is. Instead of “just think positive,” she gives you actual tools to identify stress triggers and deal with them. It’s worth it just for the mindfulness exercises alone. Helpful
  
  
• Carol Brusegar 5.0 out of 5 stars A Plethora of Information and Encouragement
  Reviewed in the United States on May 17, 2025 Verified Purchase
  The author explains so much about anxiety and stress and provides tools and suggestions for dealing with them. Her approach is encouraging and motivates me to learn more and try new practices.
  This is a book that can be returned to again and again as situations present themselves to find ideas and be encouraged.Helpful
  
  
• R. Janet Walraven, M.Ed .5.0 out of 5 stars In the Now
  Reviewed in the United States on May 25, 2025 Verified Purchase
  Helpful ways to decrease and eliminate anxiety, bringing about healthful living and learn how to experience joy throughout each day.Helpful
  
  
• Stormy 5.0 out of 5 stars Freedom Finally!
  Reviewed in the United States on July 1, 2025
  What a FANTASTIC self-help offering! From dealing with triggers to distressing, this book is a complete guide to healing body, mind, and soul. The breathing techniques and the varied exercises are helpful! I’m noticing that my anxiety is being reduced. A highly recommended guide to better overall health! Helpful
  
  
• Judy Mastrangelo 5.0 out of 5 stars Very Inspiring!
  Reviewed in the United States on May 25, 2025
  I really enjoyed this wonderful book “From Fear to Freedom: How to Break the Grip of Anxiety & Live in the NOW” by the very talented author PJ Zito. It offered many wonderful suggestions on how to relieve everyday stress, focusing on achieving my goals, methods of relaxation, etc. I’ve found her writing very encouraging in order to learn how to “live in the NOW”. Her suggestions to use meditation, and many other methods of self-care etc. are inspiring. By telling yourself that you will live each day in the best possible way you can, is truly very helpful. I recommend this book as an extremely valuable one to own. Thank you so much Patricia for your heartfelt work in helping people find happiness! Helpful
  
  
• j delsnr 5.0 out of 5 stars Great book!
  Reviewed in the United States on June 3, 2025
  I would recommend this book to anyone feeling stressed out by work, home life or any other problem. I found enough ting and full of ways to help all of us deal with stressful situations. Well done PJ Zito!
  
  
• P. A. Bumpass 5.0 out of 5 stars Practical Strategies to Deal with Anxiety, Stress, and Overwhelm Reviewed in the United States on May 20, 2025
  From Fear to Freedom” has become my go-to resource whenever life feels overwhelming. This book offers two practical strategies for managing stress and anxiety that resonated with me: reframing negative self-talk and practicing gratitude for daily blessings. PJ Zito provides concrete examples that make these concepts easy to apply in real-life situations.
  If you’re struggling to stay present and find peace amidst life’s chaos, this book offers genuine, actionable guidance. It delivers tools you can use immediately to shift from anxiety to calm. I highly recommend it for anyone seeking a more grounded, peaceful approach to daily challenges.Helpful
  
  
• Julaina KC 5.0 out of 5 stars Release Fear and Anxiety
  Reviewed in the United States on May 16, 2025
  From Fear To Freedom is a book that helps me get through these unsettling times. I’m a positive-thinking person generally, but listening to the news lately, I’ve needed to refer to PJ Zito’s book more often. The wise content reassures me that all is well NOW. I have the print book close to where I can grab it frequently. The Kindle version is where I read it when I get stressed with computer tech issues. I recommend this book when anxiety and fear in any area takes over. It’s a guide back to positivity. Helpful
  
  
• natalia schifini 5.0 out of 5 stars Great advise on how to How to Break the Grip of Anxiety & Live in the NOW by PJ Zito
  Reviewed in the United States on May 19, 2025
  PJ Zito’s From Fear to Freedom is a gentle yet powerful guide for anyone ready to release anxiety and reclaim inner peace. With wisdom, compassion, and practical tools, PJ walks you home to the present moment, where true freedom lives. This book doesn’t just speak to your mind; it touches your soul. A must-read for those yearning to break free from fear and finally live in the now! Thank you PJ for your commitment, and tools! Helpful
  
  
• Perfect Storm Press 5.0 out of 5 stars  Encouraging!
  Reviewed in the United States on May 20, 2025
  Our fears limit us in our lives, but they are sooo hard to overcome. Love this gentle, encouraging book that helped nudge me closer to saying goodbye to my limiting fears before they become phobias. A definite good read! Helpful
  
  
• Mary Beatty 5.0 out of 5 stars Inspirational books
  Reviewed in the United States on May 24, 2025
  Patricia Zito is a very inspirational author. Love her books. They are all written to inspire others. Helpful
  
  
• Cheri E 5.0 out of 5 stars  Immediate stress and anxiety relief!
  Reviewed in the United States on May 17, 2025
  A concise explanation of types and causes of stress and anxiety, followed by easy, actionable stress and anxiety reduction strategies. Helpful
  
  
• Bob Sokol 5.0 out of 5 stars  Don’t be afraid to ask for help Reviewed in the United States on May 16, 2025 Very Insightful Helpful
  
  
• Amazon Customer 5.0 out of 5 stars  I Use the Table of Contents to Review What I Need
  Reviewed in the United States on August 11, 2025
  I have a very stressful job. I work hard and I am grateful for all I have in my life.
  I have found PJ Zito’s book very helpful for understanding how the mind works and how it influences the body and the choices made. I see that I have the power to make wiser choices and I actually feel better because of it.
  I use the Table of Contents to find the chapter I need to review when I name how I am feeling. It works and I am grateful for Zito’s explanations and advice. Helpful
  
  
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• Richmondovich 5.0 out of 5 stars A helpful holistic resource
  Reviewed in the United Kingdom on May 27, 2025 Verified Purchase
  I find this book particularly helpful. The section on breathing exercises is most impactful. I have read several of these books but it is the first time that I understand the importance of breathing exercises to reduce anxiety. I feel that those with anxiety will especially benefit from this very helpful resource.
  
  
• Gina-Dianne 5.0 out of 5 stars Practical suggestions for managing anxiety.
  Reviewed in Canada on May 19, 2025 Verified Purchase
  From Fear to Freedom by Patricia Jean Smithyman-Zito
  Have you been looking for a self-help book that doesn’t feel like a lecture? PJ Zito’s “From Fear to Freedom” might be exactly what you need. I was immediately drawn to her straightforward, no-nonsense writing style—it’s like sitting down for coffee with that friend who always tells it like it is in a compassionate understanding way.
  What I found most refreshing about this book is how Zito keeps bringing us back to one simple but powerful idea: living in the now. It’s not just a concept she mentions once and forgets—she weaves it through every section, showing us why being present matters so much when we’re trying to move past our fears.
  You know how frustrating it can be when authors suggest completely overhauling your life with impossible routines? Zito doesn’t do that. Instead, she cleverly ties her suggestions to habits we already have. It’s like she’s saying, “You’re already doing this—now just shift it slightly this way.” That made her advice feel doable, not daunting.
  I was particularly impressed with the section on Cognitive Behavioral Therapy. If you’ve ever been intimidated by psychological concepts, don’t worry—Zito breaks down CBT in a way that actually makes sense.
  Her exploration of feelings was easily my favorite part—it gave me several “aha” moments about my own emotional patterns.
  She frequently mentions the importance of self-care and looking inward. These aren’t just fluffy concepts either. She offers specific, practical tips for handling life’s challenges that you can start using right away.
  Bottom line? “From Fear to Freedom” isn’t just another theoretical self-help book collecting dust on your shelf. It’s more like having a practical guide in your corner, showing you realistic steps toward making meaningful changes in your life. If you’re tired of abstract advice and ready for something that actually works, I’d definitely recommend giving this one a read.
  
  
  
• Anne 5.0 out of 5 stars Living life to the fullest.
  Reviewed in Canada on May 23, 2025 Verified Purchase
  PJ has been living what she talks about in this book and she is one of the most remarkable women I know. Kids, grandkids, her Mom all call for her attention and she has the vitality and energy to give to all of them. Follow her advice and watch yourself revive and live a long life.