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Ep316 - Judson Brewer | Unwinding Anxiety

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The Power of Awareness in Shifting Behavior

Our brain's plasticity allows us to update reward values and shift behavior after only 10 to 15 repetitions. This adaptability stems from our evolutionary need to quickly learn dangerous situations. By paying attention and being aware of our actions, we can influence our brain's learning mechanism without the need for invasive interventions. Neglecting awareness leads to maintaining old reward values and habits.

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