ManTalks Podcast

Why You’re So Anxious All the Time (And How To Fix It)

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Jan 8, 2026
Anxiety is on the rise, driven by social media comparisons and manufactured fears from global instability. The host explores how anxiety distorts our focus on the future, pulling us away from the present. He addresses the impact of undermining objective truth and the fear of social disconnection in disagreements. Practical tools are shared to manage anxiety: regulating the body, accepting sensations, and confronting avoided tasks. Tune in for insights on reclaiming your mental balance!
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Anxiety Is A Future-Based Distortion

  • Anxiety is a future-based distortion that pulls you out of the present moment.
  • It often protects against imagined harm rather than reflecting current danger.
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Global Instability Raises Collective Fear

  • Large geopolitical shifts increase collective anxiety by destabilizing perceived world order.
  • Historical transitions show fear peaks when global stability changes.
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Comparison Diet Fuels Chronic Dissatisfaction

  • Social media creates a constant comparison diet that fuels chronic dissatisfaction.
  • Exposure to endless possibilities makes everyday life feel insufficient.
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