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Apr 2020
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TAPP #74: The Anxiety Chief (Amygdala)

BRAD ROBINSON: ANXIETY SPECIALIST, CBT COACH, AND NLP MASTER PRACTITIONER
About this episode

On episode #74 of The Anxiety Project Podcast, I talk about the anxiety chief that initiates the fight, flight, or freeze response - the amygdala. This almond shaped part of your brain is over 150 million years old and has helped us protect ourselves from those predatory animals lurking around the corner. Understanding the operations of the amygdala helps you better understand the anxiety you are currently facing. You can then work with your amygdala to desensitize yourself and move towards a more neutral state in your emotions.

 

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