Thriving with Anxiety: A 4-Step Path to ...

What if your anxiety wasn’t something to get rid of, but something you could use as fuel? In this inspiring conversation, Dr. Amelia Kelley sits down with Dr. David Rosmarin, Harvard Medical School faculty, founder of the Center for Anxiety, and author of Thriving with Anxiety, to explore his groundbreaking 4-step method: Identify, Share, Embrace, and Let Go.

Dr. Rosmarin explains why anxiety is often misunderstood, how vulnerability builds stronger connections, and why learning to release control may be the hardest, but most freeing, step of all. Drawing from over two decades of clinical experience, he offers a practical, compassionate framework for transforming anxiety into resilience, purpose, and growth.

Whether you’re struggling with daily stress, navigating imposter syndrome, or supporting a child with social anxiety, this episode will empower you to stop fighting your anxiety and start thriving with it.

Key takeaways:

• The difference between clinical anxiety and everyday anxiety, and why that matters.
• The 4 steps to move through anxiety: Identify, Share, Embrace, and Let Go.
• Why human connection and vulnerability are essential for healing.
• How to help children face anxiety with courage and support.
• The surprising role anxiety plays in sharpening focus and driving growth.

Resources & Support Mentioned

• Learn more about Dr. David Rosmarin
• His book: Thriving with Anxiety

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