Anxiety can be driving a lot of these things and we might not even know that it is doing that. This reason and willpower-based approach to changing habits is, let's say, problematic in the least. Let me give you an interesting scenario and see what you make of it. I have somebody who's a long time listener to the podcast or at least has listened to, I think every episode so far and gave feedback. One of the things he said was really about a personal frustration: Despite desiring to be an essentialist, despite wanting to focus on what's essential, get rid of all this extra activity in their life, he isn't really doing it yet. He has
Addiction psychiatrist Judson Brewer, M.D. (author, Unwinding Anxiety) explains the surprising connection between bad habits and anxiety. Dr. Jud and Greg discuss how fear, worry, and evolutionary origins contribute to addictive behaviors and cycles. They explore specific techniques and a step-by-step process to effectively reduce anxiety.
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What's Essential Podcast
Greg McKeown
Scratch Audiohouse
Credits:
- Hosted by Greg McKeown
- Produced by Greg McKeown and Scratch Audiohouse
- Executive Produced by Greg McKeown, Avi Gandhi, Brent Montgomery, and Ed Simpson
- Co-Produced by Paul Dizon