A mental vaccine for anxiety & anger (loving kindness). (Daily Update 14)A mental vaccine for anxiety & anger (loving kindness). (Daily Update 14)
The Dr. Jud Podcast
Dr. Jud Brewer explores how loving kindness can act as a mental vaccine against anxiety and anger, especially during stressful times.
6:21•19 Aug 2020
Loving Kindness: Your Brain's Secret Weapon Against Anxiety and Anger
“Kindness feels better, and our brains know this. It's simply a matter of seeing how rewarding it is really clearly and then repeating it over and over until kindness becomes habitual.”
Imagine if there was a way to calm your mind and ease your anxiety without needing a prescription. In this episode of The Dr. Jud Podcast, addiction psychiatrist and neuroscientist Dr. Jud Brewer introduces us to a powerful tool: loving kindness. As the world grapples with the COVID-19 pandemic, many are experiencing heightened levels of panic and anxiety. Dr.
Jud dives into how our brains react under stress and how loving kindness can act as a mental vaccine against these overwhelming feelings. He breaks down the science behind the default mode network, a part of the brain linked to anxiety and cravings, and reveals how practicing loving kindness can quiet this network, promoting feelings of connection and openness. Through his lab's research, Dr.
Jud shows us that kindness isn't just a nice idea—it's a practical, science-backed method to train our brains to respond more positively during tough times. By tuning in, you'll learn simple techniques to cultivate kindness in your daily life, turning it into a habit that can spread just like a contagion. Ready to discover how a little kindness can go a long way in improving your mental well-being?
This episode offers insightful tips and actionable steps to help you grow into your kindest self.
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