#560 Good Anxiety - Dr Wendy Suzuki#560 Good Anxiety - Dr Wendy Suzuki
Mental Illness Happy Hour
Dr. Wendy Suzuki reveals how to transform anxiety into a positive force in this engaging chat with Paul Gilmartin.
1:33:40•8 Oct 2021
Harnessing Anxiety: Dr. Wendy Suzuki's Guide to Making It Work for You
“Good anxiety is a state where you're alert, invested, and you care about it. It makes you more prepared for your day.”
Ever thought of anxiety as something that could actually help you? Dr. Wendy Suzuki sure does. In this episode of 'Mental Illness Happy Hour', host Paul Gilmartin sits down with Dr. Suzuki to chat about her book, 'Good Anxiety'. Dr. Suzuki, a neuroscientist with a knack for making complex brain science relatable, explains how we can turn anxiety from a foe into a friend.
They dig into the nitty-gritty of how our nervous system responds to stress and how we can train our brains to handle it better. But it's not just science talk; they also touch on practical tips like finding joy in small things and communicating better in relationships. Dr. Suzuki even shares insights from her good anxiety citizen science project, where people track their anxiety levels and see what helps them feel better.
Whether you're someone who struggles with anxiety daily or just curious about how your brain works, this episode is packed with useful advice and real-world applications. Tune in and discover how to make anxiety work for you, not against you.
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