Feel Better, Live More with Dr Rangan Chatterjee BITESIZE | Simple Daily Habits to Reduce Stress and Anxiety | Dr Mithu Storoni #192
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Jun 17, 2021 
Dr. Mithu Storoni, a neuroscientist and author of ‘Stress-Proof,’ dives into the escalating stress epidemic we face today. She discusses how modern technology disrupts our natural stress management abilities and emphasizes the importance of movement to combat anxiety. Mithu shares practical daily routines, including evening habits and yoga, that can significantly reduce stress levels and enhance self-control. Listeners will gain actionable insights to foster resilience and improve their overall well-being.
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Modern Stressors
- Modern life has disrupted our natural stress-buffering habits, like experiencing sunrise and sunset.
- These disruptions create uncertainty, which the brain perceives as danger, increasing stress.
Movement as a Stress Buffer
- Incorporate more low-to-moderate intensity movement throughout the day to buffer stress.
- Avoid accumulating stress by being sedentary and then doing intense exercise in the evening.
Daily Habits for Stress Reduction
- Strive to feel physically tired by the end of each day through accumulated movement.
- Wear blue-blocking glasses in the evening and take hot baths to reduce stress and improve mood.
