The Art of Manliness Anxiety Is a Habit — Here's How to Break It
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Feb 28, 2022 
Dr. Judson Brewer, a psychiatrist and neuroscientist specializing in anxiety and addiction, shares his insights on understanding anxiety as a habit. He discusses how anxiety is linked to habit loops that can lead to negative behaviors, such as overeating and worrying. Dr. Brewer emphasizes mapping out these cycles and fostering curiosity to break the habits. He also highlights that this habit-based approach can transform how we tackle not just anxiety, but also depression and anger, moving from avoidance to acceptance.
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Anxiety, Worry, and Fear
- Anxiety is a feeling of nervousness or unease about an imminent event or something with an uncertain outcome.
- Worrying is a mental behavior, while fear is a distinct emotion.
The Anxiety-Worry Loop
- Anxiety and worry form a habit loop: anxiety triggers worrying, which provides a false sense of control.
- This reinforces the loop, making worrying the brain's go-to response to anxiety.
Map Your Anxiety Habit Loops
- Map out your anxiety habit loops: identify the trigger (anxiety), the behavior (worrying, etc.), and the result (false sense of control).
- This clarifies how your mind works, reducing uncertainty and anxiety.
