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Overcoming anxiety and breaking destructive habits | Judson Brewer, PhD, Md

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Oct 30, 2023
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Judson Brewer
Join Dr Judson Brewer, expert in mindfulness and overcoming anxiety, as he discusses the transformative potential of mindfulness in unraveling anxiety, breaking destructive habits, and reassigning the reward value of behaviors. Explore the impact of mindfulness on brain function, the challenge of awareness in today's distracted world, and effective techniques for habit change. Discover Judson Brewer's personal journey to becoming a mindfulness expert and his strategy for managing anxiety. Learn valuable insights into distinguishing anxiety from depression and replacing bad habits with good. Don't miss this eye-opening conversation!
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1
Introduction
00:00 • 2min
2
Understanding Anxiety and Working with It in the Present Moment
02:16 • 2min
3
Paying Attention and Overcoming Anxiety
03:52 • 22min
4
The Root Cause of Anxiety and Destructive Habits
25:50 • 10min
5
Understanding the Relationship Between Anxiety and Depression
35:57 • 3min
6
Understanding Anxiety Disorders and their Impact
38:54 • 14min
7
Breaking Destructive Habits and Overcoming Anxiety
52:56 • 22min
8
Rethinking Abstinence and Willpower
01:15:04 • 12min
9
Wrapping Up and Connecting with the Guest
01:26:41 • 2min