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Tara Brach

Unwinding Anxiety with Awareness (Part 1): A conversation with Tara and Dr. Judson Brewer

Jun 8, 2023
Tara and Dr. Judson Brewer discuss anxiety as a habit that can be unlearned through mindfulness. They explore strategies like noting practice, recognizing habit loops, and cultivating self-care. They also touch on the impact of social media on anxiety, the connection between habits and anxiety, and the importance of curiosity in breaking free from habit loops.
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Quick takeaways

  • Recognizing the habit loop and questioning the rewards gained from worrying can lead to disenchanted behaviors and a shift in habits.
  • Using mindful awareness to break the cycle of anxiety by realizing that anxiety and worry do not provide any real benefits can disrupt anxiety patterns and allow for healthier alternatives.

Deep dives

Understanding the Habit Loop and the Power of Awareness

The first step is to map out the habit loop by recognizing the trigger, the behavior, and the result. The trigger is the least important part, as the behavior's reward value is what drives it. Awareness is crucial in identifying the behavior, such as worrying, and questioning what is gained from it. By bringing mindfulness and direct experience into the equation, one can become disenchanted with the behaviors that do not provide rewarding results.

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