AI-powered
podcast player
Listen to all your favourite podcasts with AI-powered features
The Psychology of your 20s
138. We need a new approach to anxiety ft. Dr David Rosmarin
Oct 27, 2023
Dr. David Rosmarin, an Associate Professor at Harvard Medical School and founder of the Center for Anxiety, shares his innovative views on managing anxiety as a natural human experience. He emphasizes that anxiety can transform into a superpower and strengthen relationships rather than diminish them. The conversation delves into the influence of social media on feelings of comparison and isolation, and explores the importance of vulnerability and open communication in navigating anxiety within relationships. Rosmarin encourages a compassionate approach to mental health.
36:32
Episode guests
AI Summary
Highlights
AI Chapters
Episode notes
Podcast summary created with Snipd AI
Quick takeaways
- Anxiety can be a catalyst for growth and thriving if approached with the right tools and mindset, enhancing relationships and emotional connections.
- Accepting distress as a normal part of life can build resilience, reduce stigma, and help navigate normal adversities effectively.
Deep dives
Anxiety as a Catalyst for Growth
Anxiety, often seen as a negative experience, can actually be a catalyst for growth and thriving if approached with the right tools and mindset. Embracing anxiety and using it to connect with others can enhance relationships and deepen emotional connections. The fear system that triggers anxiety is a natural and necessary response for survival. Understanding that anxiety is a normal human emotion can help reduce the stigma and judgment associated with it.
Get the Snipd
podcast app
Unlock the knowledge in podcasts with the podcast player of the future.
AI-powered
Discover
highlights
Listen to the best highlights from the podcasts you love and dive into the full episode
Save any
moment
Hear something you like? Tap your headphones to save it with AI-generated key takeaways
Share
& Export
Send highlights to Twitter, WhatsApp or export them to Notion, Readwise & more
AI-powered
podcast player
Listen to all your favourite podcasts with AI-powered features
Discover
highlights
Listen to the best highlights from the podcasts you love and dive into the full episode