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Minisode 108: Why You NEED Anxiety in Your Life
Minisode 108: Why You NEED Anxiety in Your Life
Minisode 108: Why You NEED Anxiety in Your Life
Friday 9th May 2025
Discover why anxiety isn't an enemy but a tool to understand in TheKicksShrink Podcast with Dr. Sulman Aziz Mirza.
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Episode Overview
- Anxiety evolved as a survival mechanism.
- It can be both motivating and paralysing.
- Building a relationship with anxiety is key.
- Therapy and mindfulness can help manage anxiety.
- Medication is sometimes necessary for chronic anxiety.
"Anxiety isn't bad; it's just outdated code misfiring survival instincts."
Anxiety often feels like a monster lurking in the shadows, ready to pounce at any moment. But what if it's not a monster at all? In this episode of TheKicksShrink Podcast, Dr. Sulman Aziz Mirza, a triple board-certified psychiatrist, takes a fresh look at anxiety, suggesting it's not something to 'cure' but rather a tool to understand and harness. Dr.
Mirza explains how anxiety has evolved as a survival mechanism from our caveman days, helping us stay alert and focused when faced with danger. Today, while there may be no sabretooth cats outside our caves, anxiety still plays a crucial role in our lives. Dr. Mirza discusses how anxiety can be both a motivator and a trap. On one hand, it can sharpen focus and boost motivation before a big event, like an exam or job interview.
On the other hand, when stuck in overdrive, it can become overwhelming and paralyse us with fear. The key lies in learning to listen to anxiety's message without letting it control our lives. This episode encourages you to rethink anxiety as an emotional GPS guiding you towards your goals. Rather than battling it, Dr. Mirza advises building a relationship with it.
Through therapy, mindfulness, and sometimes medication, you can learn to decode your mental patterns and respond thoughtfully instead of reacting fearfully. Dr. Mirza's blend of humour and expertise makes this podcast not only informative but also engaging. By shifting your perspective on anxiety, you can transform it from an enemy into an ally that helps you grow and succeed. So why not give it a listen?
You might just find the tools you need to change your relationship with anxiety for the better.