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Oct 2023
1h 25m

How to Stop Anxiety From Taking Over | S...

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About this episode

Does anxiety feel like it's spiraling out of control? You're not alone. In this episode, we dive into the neuroscience behind anxiety and gain research-backed techniques to find calm, from embracing acceptance to short-circuiting unhelpful rumination. Hear perspectives on shifting your relationship with anxiety from:


  • Dr. Jud Brewer
  • Dr. Wendy Suzuki
  • Ellen Hendriksen, Ph.D.
  • Ethan Kross


Discover the surprising upsides of this complex emotion. If you've struggled with overwhelming anxiety or want to transform your mindset, this research-packed episode will give you new tools to unlock relief and resilience.


Episode Transcript


You can find Dr. Jud at: Website | Instagram | Unwinding Anxiety App | Listen to Our Full-Length Convo with Jud

You can find Dr. Wendy at: Website | Instagram | Listen to Our Full-Length Convo with Wendy

You can find Ellen at: Website | Instagram | Listen to Our Full-Length Convo with Ellen

You can find Ethan at: Website | Instagram | Listen to Our Full-Length Convo with Ethan


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