Chapter

Breathing Techniques for Anxiety Control
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29:06 - 33:05 (03:58)

Learn how to take control over your neurons through breathing techniques for anxiety control by focusing on consciously controlling the ratio of carbon dioxide and oxygen in your lungs, the amount of cortisol can be lessened through carbohydrates.

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The autonomic nervous system controls automatic bodily functions like arousal and calmness.
29:06 - 29:51 (00:45)
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Autonomic nervous system
Summary

The autonomic nervous system controls automatic bodily functions like arousal and calmness. By consciously taking control over the neurons involved, one can manage and reduce anxiety levels.

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Breathing Techniques for Anxiety Control
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1015 Hack Your Brain for Unlimited Potential w/Andrew Huberman
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The School of Greatness
The most effective way to manage your state of mind is through the phrenic nerve, which is controlled by the mechanics of breathing.
29:51 - 31:13 (01:21)
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Breathwork
Summary

The most effective way to manage your state of mind is through the phrenic nerve, which is controlled by the mechanics of breathing. This has led to research in neuroscience on the neural machinery that controls brain-body states and the benefits of breathwork.

Chapter
Breathing Techniques for Anxiety Control
Episode
1015 Hack Your Brain for Unlimited Potential w/Andrew Huberman
Podcast
The School of Greatness
Increased levels of cortisol, a stress hormone, are linked to depression and anxiety.
31:13 - 32:50 (01:37)
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Cortisol
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Increased levels of cortisol, a stress hormone, are linked to depression and anxiety. Carbohydrates can help to suppress cortisol responses and blunt its effects.

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Breathing Techniques for Anxiety Control
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1015 Hack Your Brain for Unlimited Potential w/Andrew Huberman
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The School of Greatness
Adrenaline is quickly released into the body, within half a second, when the brain signals it has detected something fearful, causing a physical reaction to occur.
32:50 - 33:05 (00:14)
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Physiology
Summary

Adrenaline is quickly released into the body, within half a second, when the brain signals it has detected something fearful, causing a physical reaction to occur.

Chapter
Breathing Techniques for Anxiety Control
Episode
1015 Hack Your Brain for Unlimited Potential w/Andrew Huberman
Podcast
The School of Greatness