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Why Your Brain Wants You To Be Anxious, Lazy & Fat (And What You Can Do About It) with Dr Anders Hansen #381

Feel Better, Live More with Dr Rangan Chatterjee

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Understanding Anxiety: A Survival Mechanism

This chapter examines the paradox of modern mental health, where anxiety persists despite advancements in society. It explores the evolutionary roots of anxiety as a natural response to perceived danger and emphasizes reframing these feelings as temporary signals rather than defects. The discussion offers practical techniques like breathing exercises and expressive writing to manage anxiety, linking physical activity to improved emotional well-being.

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