The Mel Robbins Podcast

The Secret to Stopping Anxiety & Fear (That Actually Works)

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May 26, 2025
In this enlightening discussion, Dr. David Rosmarin, a Harvard psychologist and anxiety expert, shares transformative insights on managing anxiety. He encourages embracing anxiety as a catalyst for growth rather than an enemy. Listeners gain practical strategies like exposure therapy to confront fears, along with understanding the difference between situational and chronic anxiety. Dr. Rosmarin emphasizes the importance of resilience and connection, providing hope and tools for those feeling overwhelmed by anxiety.
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INSIGHT

Anxiety as an Ally

  • Anxiety is a normal human emotion and everyone experiences it.
  • Accepting anxiety lets you use it as an ally instead of an enemy.
INSIGHT

Over-Pathologizing Anxiety

  • Society over-pathologizes normal anxiety, causing an anxiety epidemic.
  • Distinguishing clinical anxiety from normal anxiety is crucial to avoid fear of anxiety itself.
ADVICE

Support Anxious Children Effectively

  • When a child is anxious, validate and explore their fears without judgment.
  • Use anxiety moments as connection opportunities, not something to fix immediately.
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