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The Way I Heard It with Mike Rowe

343: Dr. John Delony—A Beer, Some Nachos, and a Barstool

Sep 5, 2023
Dr. John Delony, a mental health expert and bestselling author, discusses living in a post-expert world, the dangers of certainty, choices for a non-anxious life, and the power of sharing beer and nachos with friends. They also explore the importance of seeking wisdom, meaningful connections, and finding reliable information in a world of information overload.
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Quick takeaways

  • Confronting anxiety head-on and taking action instead of avoiding it can help effectively deal with anxiety.
  • To avoid unnecessary anxiety, it is important to recognize the biases and limitations of mainstream news and seek information from reliable sources and experts.

Deep dives

Anxiety as a Symptom and the Importance of Facing It

Anxiety is a symptom that our body produces to signal a potential threat or danger. Avoiding anxiety-provoking situations reinforces the anxiety response, making it stronger. To effectively deal with anxiety, we need to confront it head-on and take action instead of avoiding it.

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