The Anxious Achiever

How the Mental Affects the Physical

Oct 21, 2019
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INSIGHT

Right Size Your Anxiety

  • Anxiety is necessary for achievement, as it drives productivity, creativity, and survival tasks.
  • The goal is to "right size" anxiety to a Goldilocks level that enhances performance without overwhelming.
ANECDOTE

Jason Miller's Working-Class Roots

  • Jason Miller grew up in a working-class family experiencing economic instability due to layoffs and factory closures.
  • His father's struggles deeply impacted Jason's understanding of purpose, security, and anxiety throughout his life.
ANECDOTE

Jason's Anxiety-Induced ER Visit

  • Jason Miller experienced a severe stress-induced health crisis, believing he was having a heart attack.
  • This moment was a wake-up call about how anxiety mentally and physically affected his life and career.
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