The Mel Robbins Podcast

The Truth About Anxiety and How To Heal It: Tools for Anxiety From a Neuroscientist MD

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Oct 13, 2022
Dr. Russell Kennedy, a neuroscientist and medical doctor specializing in anxiety, shares transformative insights about overcoming anxiety. He highlights that the real reason for anxiety often lies in unresolved emotional issues, not just thoughts. Emphasizing a 'neck down' approach, Dr. Kennedy advocates for body awareness and emotional regulation techniques. He discusses the importance of self-love, inner child work, and creating safe environments for healing, offering listeners practical tools to foster a healthier relationship with their emotions and truly heal their anxiety.
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ANECDOTE

Mel's Childhood Anxiety

  • Mel Robbins recounts her childhood anxiety, including a camp experience where she lied to leave early.
  • Her anxiety worsened in high school and college, leading to unhealthy coping mechanisms.
ANECDOTE

Dr. Kennedy's Background

  • Dr. Kennedy discusses his background and how his father's mental illnesses fueled his interest in neuroscience and developmental psychology.
  • He explains how childhood experiences shape adult alarm.
INSIGHT

Childhood Origins of Anxiety

  • Mel Robbins highlights that anxiety and mental illness often originate in childhood due to early brain development.
  • Dr. Kennedy's approach involves addressing stored experiences in the body.
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