In this segment of the podcast, the speaker talks about the topic of anxiety and how falling in love helped them overcome it. They also express gratitude for their partner's role in their journey towards mental wellness.
The stigma surrounding anxiety causes it to mostly be studied in the context of pathology, but anxiety can actually provide advantages in certain situations, such as affording better preparation for potential risks.
The speaker discusses the anxiety associated with award shows and the fear of giving speeches, sharing a personal anecdote about breaking out in a sweat when nominated. They also touch on the nerve-wracking experience of having big names visit SNL, and the pressure of being on the red carpet.
Dr. Gabor Maté, a neuroscientist, explains that anxiety is a feeling issue that comes as a result of "old unresolved wounding" in the body. When we try to fix the thoughts in our mind with our mind, it only makes the alarm in our body worse, leading to a vicious cycle.
The speaker discusses how anxiety can arise during times of chaos and ways to manage it, drawing from personal experiences and the experience of others she knows.
The host expresses anxiety about revealing the topic for the week's episode and contemplates jumping up and down in response.
A conversation about airplane travel anxiety and how people react differently to it.
The 10% Happier podcast has a playlist dedicated to episodes about anxiety, along with a personal favorites playlist curated by the host.
The host describes his fear of shaking hands and how it has caused him to avoid situations where he might have to shake hands or come up with ridiculous excuses not to do so.
Anxious attachment styles can cause individuals to constantly seek attention from their partners in negative situations, leading to a pattern of manipulation and feeling dependent on them for emotional support.
The speaker shares how focusing on acts of generosity and kindness can inspire individuals to overcome anxiety which may be circular in nature. The fear of the anxiety itself is better replaced with curiosity, prompting individuals to see beyond their worries.
Anxiety can lead to pre-meal anxiety or anxiety around food, which can inhibit feeding and make us not want to eat. This is due to the activation of locus coeruleus, which releases noredrenaline in the brain when we approach food.
In this episode, the speaker shares a story about his fear of breaking his dad's tablet and the intense anxiety it caused him, even though nothing had happened to trigger the event.
The speaker discusses experiencing anxiety before flying, with triggers occurring three hours prior to boarding. The probability of a plane crash is also discussed.
The speaker shares their personal experience with feeling triggered and discusses two different perspectives on coping with anxiety attacks. The discussion includes an old-time remedy for sickness and the fight or flight response to triggering situations.
The speaker reminisces about his fear of bartending after having worked in accounting due to his anxiety over giving the wrong amount of change.
The speaker shares personal experiences with anxiety in high-stakes situations and how he combats negative self-talk through positive rehearsal.
The speaker shares their personal experience with anxiety and how it led them to consider a career change as a coping mechanism.
The speaker discusses their anxiety-induced energy on a show, which is well-received by the audience who appreciate genuine human behavior.
The hosts of the podcast "Am I Normal Yet?" share their experience of using their puppy Iki to help cope with anxiety, realizing that she made them calm down so they could best help her when she was anxious.
The fear of failure and uncertainty often hold people back from making important business decisions. It's important to identify and overcome these anxieties in order to make calculated bets and pursue success.
This podcast explores the relationship between anxiety and chronic yeast infections, discussing how they can be intertwined.
Anxiety can serve as an alarm system that keeps us safe by alerting us when something is not right. It only becomes unhealthy when it is out of proportion to the events and crosses the line from healthy to unhealthy.
The speakers discuss their anxieties and how it affects their behavior. They also talk about a horse racing event where the winner sets a new record, but it is overshadowed by the performance of the runner-up.
This episode highlights the different tactics used to manage anxiety such as the gut-brain connection, exercise, and early childhood experiences. It also features a story of a man who battled anxiety by reading thousands of papers and consulting experts.
This podcast delves into the impact of social and physical environment on anxiety development, the importance of physical health in reducing anxiety levels, and the science behind meditation's effect on anxiety from a physiological perspective.
