The Anxious Achiever Connecting Mind, Body, and Work Performance in a Stressful Season
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Nov 20, 2024 Christine Runyon, a professor at UMass Medical School and co-founder of Tend Health, dives into the intricate relationship between anxiety and our nervous system. She explains how perceived threats can trigger physiological responses, impacting our mental state. Listeners learn effective self-care techniques, like practical breathing methods, to regulate stress and enhance well-being. Runyon also discusses the role of scent and rituals in managing stress, offering insights on how to connect mind and body for better performance, especially in challenging times.
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Uncertainty and the Nervous System
- The mind-body connection is sensitive to both real and imagined threats.
- Uncertainty triggers our threat appraisal system, a biological response designed for survival.
Threat Appraisal System
- Our threat appraisal system activates in response to uncertainty, preparing us for fight or flight.
- This system is essential for survival but can be triggered even by imagined threats.
News and Threat Appraisal
- Exposure to negative news headlines can activate our threat appraisal system, increasing heart rate and blood pressure.
- This activation disrupts our digestive system and can exacerbate anxiety.