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Unwinding Your Anxiety | Dr. Jud Brewer

Finding Mastery with Dr. Michael Gervais

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Navigating Anxiety and Optimal Arousal

This chapter examines the relationship between performance anxiety and optimal arousal, challenging traditional views like the Yerkes-Dodson Law. It explores how both excessive and insufficient arousal can hinder performance, promoting strategies for managing anxiety and achieving a flow state. The discussion also highlights the impact of modern distractions and social pressures on our mental states, particularly during challenging times like the Covid-19 pandemic.

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