FranklinCovey On Leadership with Scott Miller Dr. Wendy Suzuki: Good Anxiety
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Dec 31, 2024 
Dr. Wendy Suzuki, a neuroscientist and professor at NYU, explores the transformative power of anxiety in this discussion. She delves into the spectrum of anxiety and emphasizes its potential as a positive force for productivity and empathy. Dr. Suzuki shares tips for managing anxiety, like turning anxious thoughts into actionable tasks and the benefits of physical activity. She also discusses the significance of educational belonging and how reducing social media use can improve mental health, especially among young people.
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Brain and Its Potential
- Dr. Suzuki's first encounter with a human brain in her freshman year inspired her to study neuroscience and brain plasticity.
- This led her to research memory, exercise's effects on the brain, and eventually, anxiety.
Anxiety Spectrum
- Anxiety is a normal human emotion present in everyone, ranging from occasional worry to debilitating clinical levels.
- Dr. Suzuki focuses on "everyday anxiety," which is non-clinical yet impactful.
When to Seek Help
- To determine if anxiety requires clinical intervention, assess its impact on daily life.
- If it significantly hinders work, relationships, or basic functioning, seek professional help.
