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Nir And Far: Business, Behaviour and the Brain

How to Overcome Anxiety Forever - Nir And Far

May 13, 2024
Guest Scott Young, known for Ultralearning, discusses overcoming anxiety by experiencing fear without harm. Delving into the psychology of fear and the benefits of exposure therapy in reducing anxiety levels and improving mental health.
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Quick takeaways

  • Exposure therapy involves creating a fear hierarchy and facing fears gradually to reduce anxiety levels.
  • Repeated exposure to fear without direct harm can normalize intimidating situations and effectively manage anxiety disorders.

Deep dives

Exposure Therapy and Fear Hierarchy

Exposure therapy involves creating a fear hierarchy, a list of fears ranked from mild to intense, and gradually facing them to reduce fear levels. Through continued exposures, fears diminish, making it easier to confront subsequent challenges. While exposure therapy is effective, it does not provide a permanent cure, highlighting the importance of ongoing practice and diverse contexts for sustained fear reduction.

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