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The Anxious Achiever

Are You Good at Embracing Uncertainty?

Mar 6, 2024
Author Maggie Jackson discusses the connection between uncertainty and anxiety, and how reframing uncertainty can lead to success. The podcast explores strategies for embracing uncertainty, the benefits it can bring for personal growth and innovation, and the importance of timing and tolerance when faced with the unknown. Tips are shared on managing anxiety and enhancing focus through cue words.
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  • Embracing uncertainty is crucial for peak performance by staying present in the moment.
  • Tolerance for uncertainty varies based on situational factors, with curiosity linked to greater exploration and engagement.

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Embracing Uncertainty for Enhanced Performance

Fixating on outcomes can hinder performance, as seen in championship tennis players facing the tournament's trophy. The guest, author Maggie Jackson, explores the neuroscience behind our brains' reactions to uncertainty. Embracing uncertainty can lead to better play by staying in the present moment, where peak performance occurs. Maggie's book 'Uncertain' offers strategies to navigate uncertainty using neuroscience, promoting a positive approach to handling anxiety.

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