Podcasts about unwinding anxiety

Memorial Day weekend often marks the unofficial start of summer—and for many, it can also signal the return of old drinking patterns. In this episode, Molly explores how to approach holiday weekends with clarity, confidence, and a sense of peace—whether you plan to drink or not.You'll learn:Why holidays feel neurologically “loaded” and how nostalgia and social cues activate habit loops.How mindfulness disrupts old behavior patterns and quiets negative mental chatter by downregulating the Default Mode Network.The neuroscience of craving and why anticipation creates more dopamine than the drink itself.What to do if you overdrink—and how to reframe it without spiraling into guilt.Three planning prompts to help you stay intentional and proud through Monday and beyond.Whether it's your first alcohol-free Memorial Day or just another chance to practice moderation, this episode will help you prepare your mind, your habits, and your heart for a peaceful summer.Referenced Experts & Resources:Dr. Jud Brewer, neuroscientist & author of Unwinding Anxiety and The Craving Mind Listen to my interview with Dr. Jud Brewer →Dr. Anna Lembke, psychiatrist & author of Dopamine Nation Listen to my interview with Dr. Anna Lembke →Key Takeaway: You're not required to drink to have fun. You're not obligated to say yes to anything you don't want. Your relationship with alcohol is yours to define—especially on holiday weekends.Join the Conversation: Come join our private Facebook community: Alcohol Minimalists: Change Your Drinking HabitsWork With Molly: Ready for deeper transformation? Learn more about my coaching programs and resources at:

Analyzing the Impact of Mobile App Engagement on Mental Health Outcomes: Secondary Analysis of the Unwinding Anxiety ProgramIn this episode, Dr. Jud Brewer and colleagues explore how engagement with specific app features impacts mental health outcomes in the context of anxiety treatment. Through secondary analysis of a randomized controlled trial, the study demonstrates that higher engagement with the Unwinding Anxiety app's educational modules, meditations, and ecological tools significantly improves anxiety, worry, interoceptive awareness, and emotional regulation. Discover how microlevel engagement with app features translates to macrolevel health benefits, providing actionable insights into designing effective and scalable digital interventions for anxiety and mental health.Full Reference:Nardi, W., Roy, A., Dunsiger, S., & Brewer, J. A. (2022). Analyzing the impact of mobile app engagement on mental health outcomes: Secondary analysis of the Unwinding Anxiety program. Journal of Medical Internet Research, 24(8), e33696. https://doi.org/10.2196/33696Let's connect on Instagram

Analyzing the Impact of Mobile App Engagement on Mental Health Outcomes: Secondary Analysis of the Unwinding Anxiety ProgramIn this episode, Dr. Jud Brewer and colleagues explore how engagement with specific app features impacts mental health outcomes in the context of anxiety treatment. Through secondary analysis of a randomized controlled trial, the study demonstrates that higher engagement with the Unwinding Anxiety app's educational modules, meditations, and ecological tools significantly improves anxiety, worry, interoceptive awareness, and emotional regulation. Discover how microlevel engagement with app features translates to macrolevel health benefits, providing actionable insights into designing effective and scalable digital interventions for anxiety and mental health.Full Reference:Nardi, W., Roy, A., Dunsiger, S., & Brewer, J. A. (2022). Analyzing the impact of mobile app engagement on mental health outcomes: Secondary analysis of the Unwinding Anxiety program. Journal of Medical Internet Research, 24(8), e33696. https://doi.org/10.2196/33696Let's connect on Instagram

The reason you struggle with bad habits or anxiety doesn't stem from a lack of willpower—it's likely because you aren't hacking your brain properly. From daily routines to anxious tendencies, many of our behaviors seem beyond our control, but psychiatrist and neuroscientist Dr. Judson Brewer has the answers for finding more agency in our minds. Brewer, the Director of Research and Innovation at Brown University's Mindfulness Center and author of The Hunger Habit, The Craving Mind and Unwinding Anxiety, joins Mind Game host Casey Bannon to reveal that willpower isn't the solution. Instead, it's the superpowers of curiosity that can help us understand our brains, manage anxiety, cultivate healthier habits and, perhaps most importantly, make more putts.Subscribe to The Golfer's Journal: ⁠https://www.golfersjournal.com/⁠Get 10 free AG1travel packs when you subscribe: ⁠https://drinkag1.com/event/bts24⁠Find out which Vokey wedges work for you: ⁠https://www.vokey.com/All Mind Game episodes: ⁠https://www.golfersjournal.com/category/podcast/mind-game-podcast/

The reason you struggle with bad habits or anxiety doesn't stem from a lack of willpower—it's likely because you aren't hacking your brain properly. From daily routines to anxious tendencies, many of our behaviors seem beyond our control, but psychiatrist and neuroscientist Dr. Judson Brewer has the answers for finding more agency in our minds. Brewer, the Director of Research and Innovation at Brown University's Mindfulness Center and author of The Hunger Habit, The Craving Mind and Unwinding Anxiety, joins Mind Game host Casey Bannon to reveal that willpower isn't the solution. Instead, it's the superpowers of curiosity that can help us understand our brains, manage anxiety, cultivate healthier habits and, perhaps most importantly, make more putts.Subscribe to The Golfer's Journal: ⁠https://www.golfersjournal.com/⁠Get 10 free AG1travel packs when you subscribe: ⁠https://drinkag1.com/event/bts24⁠Find out which Vokey wedges work for you: ⁠https://www.vokey.com/All Mind Game episodes: ⁠https://www.golfersjournal.com/category/podcast/mind-game-podcast/

For episode 260, we are launching a new Anxiety Series on the Metta Hour. Sharon is speaking with Mental Health experts, providers and researchers for tools to work with anxiety in increasingly challenging times. To launch the series, Sharon sits down with Dr. Jud Brewer MD, Ph.D.Dr, Jud is a New York Times best-selling author and thought leader in the field of habit change and the “science of self-mastery,” who blends over 20 years of experience with mindfulness training and a career in scientific research. He is passionate about understanding how our brains work, and how to use that knowledge to help people make deep, permanent change in their lives — with the goal of reducing suffering in the world at large. Dr. Jud is the director of research and innovation at Brown University's Mindfulness Center, where he also serves as an associate professor in Behavioral and Social Sciences at the School of Public Health and Psychiatry at the School of Medicine at Brown University, and a research affiliate at Massachusetts Institute of Technology.In this episode, Sharon and Dr. Jud discuss:The neuroscientific definition of anxiety Fear of the futureHow we simulate the futureThe difference between planning and worryingAnxious feeling versus thoughtQualifiers for mental health diagnosesThe research behind Mental NotingThe antidote to anxiety is curiosityExploring gratification to its endHow much does worrying help?Thinking isn't what changes behaviorWe're wired for happinessNeuroscientists don't talk about willpowerInternet myths about anxietyDeprivation curiosityHow misinformation fuels anxietyCollective anxietyDefault Mode NetworkFive Finger BreathingNoticing our “oh no” momentsKindness and curiosity are best friendsThe Unwinding Anxiety AppThe conversation closes with a short guided curiosity practice. You can learn more about Dr. Jud's work and get a copy of his book, Unwinding Anxiety, right here and learn more about his Mindshift Recovery App right here.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Targeting Anxiety to Improve Sleep Disturbance: A Randomized Clinical Trial of App-Based Mindfulness TrainingIn this episode, Dr. Jud Brewer and colleagues discuss a novel randomized clinical trial examining the impact of the Unwinding Anxiety app on improving sleep disturbances caused by anxiety and worry. The study demonstrates that app-based mindfulness training significantly reduces worry-related sleep disturbances (WRSDs), with a 27% reduction after two months of use. By increasing emotional nonreactivity and breaking worry cycles, participants also experienced meaningful improvements in anxiety and overall sleep quality. The conversation highlights how app-based mindfulness interventions can provide scalable, accessible solutions for addressing widespread sleep and anxiety issues.Full Reference:Gao, M., Roy, A., Deluty, A., Sharkey, K. M., Hoge, E. A., Liu, T., & Brewer, J. A. (2022). Targeting anxiety to improve sleep disturbance: A randomized clinical trial of app-based mindfulness training. Psychosomatic Medicine, 84(6), 632-642. https://doi.org/10.1097/PSY.0000000000001083Let's connect on Instagram

Ever wondered what it takes to bring a TED talk to life? In this episode, Michael Herold has a conversation with Dr. Alina Nikolaou, a passionate TED event curator, who shares her insights about the exciting world of organizing TED and TEDx events.  They discuss the process of selecting speakers, the power of storytelling, and how to balance entertainment with information. Dr. Nikolaou offers valuable tips on public speaking, preparation rituals, and the experience of participating in TEDx. You'll also pick up tips on how to pitch a TEDx talk and ways to stay engaged with the TED community. Listen and Learn:  The difference between TED and TEDx, and how these talks are bringing global ideas to local stages across the world  What it is really like to attend or organize a TEDx event—on stage, behind the scenes, and beyond How are TEDx speakers chosen, coached, and prepared to deliver talks that leave a lasting impact? How TEDx organizers curate the perfect lineup and ensure each talk flows  Even the weirdest ideas have a place at TEDx—how organizers craft the perfect lineup of talks What happens behind the curtain before a TEDx talk?  How can speakers avoid awkwardness when transitioning from rehearsal to the stage? What's the secret to delivering a talk naturally—without memorizing every word like a script? How to enliven a slide deck to captivate any audience Tips for landing a TEDx talk Resources:  TEDAI Vienna TED.com TEDx.com Alina on LinkedIn TEDAI on LinkedIn Alina's Website Jill's TEDx talk Michael's TEDx talk Ted Talks The Official TED Guide to Public Speaking  About Dr. Alina Nikolaou Dr. Alina Nikolaou is Director and Curator of TEDAI Vienna, the first TED event in Europe dedicated to groundbreaking ideas on Artificial Intelligence. Born to Greek and Austrian parents, Alina grew up during the financial crisis in Athens, Greece. After school, she moved to Vienna, Austria to graduate with degrees in Communication Science and Political Science. After a short and rather disenchanting journey into the world of advertising, Alina returned to academia for her doctoral research where she explored how Virtual Reality can affect how we think and behave toward complex sociopolitical issues. Her co-authored study about the influence of deepfakes on media trust and credibility won the award for Best Student Paper at the annual conference of the International Communication Science Association in 2023. Alina has held several courses at the University of Vienna, ranging from empirical research methods in the Social Sciences to Media History. In October 2023 she presented her research at AWE EU, the leading industry conference on mixed reality. Constantly fascinated with the hypes, hopes and fears that surround new technologies, Alina has been a Curator at TEDxVienna since 2019. There she specialises on interdisciplinary ideas about tech, philosophy and power, and brings them to life in the form of TEDx Talks. To deal with how miraculous and ridiculous the world is she constantly experiments with different artforms: A regular on Vienna's storytelling stages, Alina is known for her criticisms on capitalism, her borderline anarchist stance and her absurdist humor. Her most recent appearance was at the Rote Bar at Volkstheater, Vienna. Alina is also the creator of the (so far unsuccessful) dadaist Bring Back Boredom movement and the far more successful event format “Poetry Society Vienna”. Alina holds a Bakk.phil, MSc and Dr.phil. in Communication Science as well as a BA in Political Science from the University of Vienna, Austria.  Related Episodes 313. ACT-Informed Exposure for Anxiety with Brian Pilecki and Brian Thompson 188. Unwinding Anxiety with Judson Brewer 239. Edit Your Story, Change Your Life with Lori Gottlieb 294. Yes And: Improv in Psychology with Kelly Leonard Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Physician Anxiety and Burnout: Symptom Correlates and a Prospective Pilot Study of App-Delivered Mindfulness TrainingIn this episode, Dr. Jud Brewer and colleagues delve into the alarming rise of physician burnout and its strong correlation with anxiety. This pilot study examines the efficacy of an app-based mindfulness training program, Unwinding Anxiety, designed specifically for busy physicians. The findings reveal a significant reduction in anxiety (57%) and burnout symptoms such as cynicism (50%) and emotional exhaustion (20%) over three months. The conversation highlights how mindfulness can disrupt anxiety habit loops, offering a scalable, accessible solution for improving mental health among healthcare professionals.Full Reference:Roy, A., Druker, S., Hoge, E. A., & Brewer, J. A. (2020). Physician anxiety and burnout: Symptom correlates and a prospective pilot study of app-delivered mindfulness training. JMIR Mhealth and Uhealth, 8(4), e15608. https://doi.org/10.2196/15608Let's connect on Instagram

How to use your innate mindfulness to turn the volume down, or even uproot, your everyday addictions.Dr. Judson Brewer is the Director of Research and Innovation at the Mindfulness Center and professor in Behavioral and Social Sciences and Psychiatry at the Schools of Public Health & Medicine at Brown University. He is the author of several books, including The Craving Mind, Unwinding Anxiety, and The Hunger Habit.This episode is part of our monthlong Do Life Better series. We talk about:Jud's definition of addictionThe difference between the scientific view and the Buddhist view on addictionThe buddhist concept of Dependent originationDopamine and dopamine fastingA three gear plan for sticking to your resolutions Judson's disenchantment with the term “mindfulness”What we need to know about willpowerThe two types of stress – and its impact on our behavior What makes us resilient – and why it mattersHow community plays a role in making habit changesAnd finally, a friendly debate on whether there is such a thing as healthy anger?Related Episodes:Do Life BetterGet Fit SanelyThe Anti-Diet | Evelyn TriboleThe Science of Why You Eat When You're Not Hungry–And How to Stop | Judson BrewerModern Life Is Making You Sick, but It Doesn't Have To | Gabor MatéWhy We're All Suffering from Racial Trauma (Even White People) -- and How to Handle It | Resmaa MenakemI Just Went Through A Career Earthquake: This Is What's Next.How to Break Your Anxiety Habit | Judson Brewer Sign up for Dan's newsletter hereFollow Dan on social: Instagram, TikTokTen Percent Happier online bookstoreSubscribe to our YouTube ChannelOur favorite playlists on: Anxiety, Sleep, Relationships, Most Popular EpisodesFull Shownotes: https://www.meditatehappier.com/podcast/tph/judson-brewer-898Additional Resources:MindShift RecoverySee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Clinical Efficacy and Psychological Mechanisms of an App-Based Digital Therapeutic for Generalized Anxiety Disorder: Randomized Controlled TrialIn this episode, Dr. Jud Brewer and Alexandra Roy discuss a pioneering randomized controlled trial evaluating the clinical efficacy and mechanisms of the Unwinding Anxiety app for generalized anxiety disorder (GAD). The app integrates mindfulness training to disrupt worry and anxiety cycles driven by reinforcement learning. Results show a 67% reduction in anxiety for app users compared to 14% for controls, with significant improvements in mindfulness, reduced worry, and heightened interoceptive awareness. This conversation delves into the potential for evidence-based digital therapeutics to address widespread mental health needs at scale, offering novel solutions for a world increasingly burdened by anxiety.Full Reference:Roy, A., Hoge, E. A., Abrante, P., Druker, S., Liu, T., & Brewer, J. A. (2021). Clinical efficacy and psychological mechanisms of an app-based digital therapeutic for generalized anxiety disorder: randomized controlled trial. Journal of Medical Internet Research, 23(12), e26987. https://doi.org/10.2196/26987Let's connect on Instagram

Can Approaching Anxiety Like a Habit Lead to Novel Treatments?In this episode, Dr. Jud Brewer and Alexandra Roy explore how anxiety, a growing mental health epidemic, may be approached through the lens of habit formation. This groundbreaking review delves into worry-driven habit loops, the mechanics of reinforcement learning, and how mindfulness-based training offers a promising, scalable solution. Highlighting the potential of digital therapeutics like the "Unwinding Anxiety" app, the discussion examines how awareness, curiosity, and non-reactivity can disrupt anxiety cycles, offering both mechanistic insights and practical strategies for lasting relief. Learn how a shift from traditional approaches to habit-focused interventions could redefine anxiety treatment.Full Reference:Brewer, J. A., & Roy, A. (2021). Can approaching anxiety like a habit lead to novel treatments? American Journal of Lifestyle Medicine. https://doi.org/10.1177/15598276211008144Let's connect on Instagram

ชีวิตทุกวันนี้เต็มไปด้วยความกังวลที่บางครั้งเราก็ไม่รู้ว่ามันมาจากไหน แต่รู้หรือไม่ว่า ความวิตกกังวลนั้นเป็นกลไกธรรมชาติของสมองเพื่อการอยู่รอด และบางครั้งมันอาจกลายเป็นเหมือนสารเสพติดที่ทำให้เราติดอยู่ในวงจรของความกังวลโดยไม่รู้ตัว . ใน EP. นี้ เราจะมาทำความเข้าใจกลไกของความวิตกกังวลผ่านหนังสือ Unwinding Anxiety ที่จะช่วยให้เราเห็นว่าทำไมสมองถึงสร้างความกังวล และเราจะใช้สติและความอยากรู้อยากเห็นเป็นเครื่องมือในการเปลี่ยนแปลงนิสัยและวิธีคิดได้อย่างไร . #สรุปหนังสือ #UnwindingAnxiety #missiontothemoon #missiontothemoonpodcast

ชีวิตทุกวันนี้เต็มไปด้วยความกังวลที่บางครั้งเราก็ไม่รู้ว่ามันมาจากไหน แต่รู้หรือไม่ว่า ความวิตกกังวลนั้นเป็นกลไกธรรมชาติของสมองเพื่อการอยู่รอด และบางครั้งมันอาจกลายเป็นเหมือนสารเสพติดที่ทำให้เราติดอยู่ในวงจรของความกังวลโดยไม่รู้ตัว . ใน EP. นี้ เราจะมาทำความเข้าใจกลไกของความวิตกกังวลผ่านหนังสือ Unwinding Anxiety ที่จะช่วยให้เราเห็นว่าทำไมสมองถึงสร้างความกังวล และเราจะใช้สติและความอยากรู้อยากเห็นเป็นเครื่องมือในการเปลี่ยนแปลงนิสัยและวิธีคิดได้อย่างไร . #สรุปหนังสือ #UnwindingAnxiety #missiontothemoon #missiontothemoonpodcast

Anxiety is normal. We all worry from time to time. Meditation can be beneficial in managing anxiety. Mindful meditation, in particular, has shown to reduce feelings of anxiety by promoting relaxation, increasing self-awareness, and helping develop a non-judgmental attitude towards your thoughts and emotions. Regular meditation practice is a valuable tool in your journey to alleviate anxiety and improve overall well-being. Micro meditation for ongoing well-being. Discover for yourself practicing mindful meditation and positive thinking techniques to cultivate a happier, healthier state of mind that comes from within. To learn more about using mindfulness to reduce your anxiety, book a free consultation at https://meditationtolivewell.com/free-consultation/.For help with anxiety, join the free weekly live Meditation For Anxiety Meetup at https://www.meetup.com/10115highlandmeadowcir/. For more support with anxiety, join our community on https://www.facebook.com/meditationtolivewell.Produced by Alto Cirrus Technologies https://www.altocirrusapps.com/.Music by https://jonathanbeaudette.com/ and https://soundcloud.com/hunter-varnum.Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Can anxiety be a habit? I discuss the loop of Trigger >> Behavior >> Reward. Plus some classic rock summer jams, a bit on avoidance and tidbits from the book “Unwinding Anxiety” by neuroscientist Judson Brewer.Songs in this episode:Blister In The Sun by Violent Femmes,Under Pressure by Queen & David Bowie,Summer Breeze by Seals & CroftsSay hi on Instagram @positively_chill

If worry is your constant companion, take heart—you're in good company. Let's clear something up: worrying is as human as breathing. Everyone does it, and sometimes it even helps. But when worry transforms into a monster that steals your sleep, scrambles your thoughts, and holds your decisions hostage, that's when we've got a problem. If this sounds familiar, you'll want to hear this conversation with Ben Eckstein where we unpack his book, Worrying Is Optional: Break the Cycle of Anxiety and Rumination That Keeps You Stuck. Tune in to learn how to navigate the cycle of worry and find a balanced approach to life's uncertainties. Listen and Learn:  The fundamental distinction between "worry" and "worrying"  How did worrying become part of our human operating system, and when does it stop being helpful? Why don't our brains dismiss anxiety and focus solely on problem-solving, instead of reinforcing fear patterns? How to master the skills to coexist with anxiety and thrive despite it Unexpected insights from "Legend of Zelda" to explain the nuanced approach needed to treat anxiety The importance of having compassion for the future version of you Resources:  Worrying Is Optional: Break the Cycle of Anxiety and Rumination That Keeps You Stuck Website: www.bullcityanxiety.com Instagram: @bullcityanxiety Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/bullcityanxiety About Ben Eckstein Ben Eckstein, LCSW is a therapist specializing in the treatment of OCD, Anxiety, and OC-Related Disorders. Ben honed his specialty in OCD while working at McLean Hospital's OCD Institute in Boston. He's now the owner and director of Bull City Anxiety & OCD Treatment Center in Durham, North Carolina. Ben is the vice president of OCD North Carolina, the NC state affiliate of the International OCD Foundation. In addition to his clinical work, Ben is a speaker, trainer, and author. His first book, Worrying is Optional: Break the Cycle of Anxiety and Rumination That Keeps You Stuck, was published in 2023. Related Episodes 313. ACT-Informed Exposure for Anxiety with Brian Pilecki and Brian Thompson 250. Anxiety and Perfectionism with Clarissa Ong 212. Stuff That's Loud: OCD and Anxiety with Lisa Coyne and Ben Sedley 188. Unwinding Anxiety with Judson Brewer 121. Be Mighty: An Episode for Stressed Out, Worried Women with Jill Stoddard 77. Acceptance and Commitment Therapy with Jill Stoddard Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Many of us struggle with our relationship with food. Whether we are caught up in counting calories, tracking steps, or restricting what we eat. We are stuck in a loop that we don't know how to exit. We have lost our ability to identify hunger -  eating when we are not hungry and overeating when we have deprived ourselves. We even feel shame about what we did or didn't do. This podcast is all about the research behind how we got here and learning the tools to get out.Dr. Judson Brewer is an international best-selling author, addiction psychiatrist, neuroscientist, and professor in the School of Public Health and Medical School at Brown University. You may have seen his TED TALK, ”A simple way To Break a Bad Habit,” or read one of his previous books The Craving Mind, or Unwinding Anxiety.In this episode, we discuss his latest book,  The Hunger Habit - Why we eat when we're not hungry and how to stop.It will have you rethinking your relationship with food. Book: https://drjud.com/the-hunger-habit/Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCG1_DIh33LfXaiEiOscEyGQInstagram:  https://www.instagram.com/alitakguillen/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/10secondstoair/LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/alitaguillen/Web: https://www.alitaguillen.com/Web: https://www.10secondstoair.com/

Want to change your relationship with food? This incredible interview with Judson Brewer, a pioneer in the field of habit change and author of The Hunger Habit: Why We Eat When We're Not Hungry and How to Stop, will not only deepen your understanding of your eating behavior patterns and triggers, but you'll also learn how to completely shift your habits with kindness and curiosity. Listen in for a slew of actionable tips, modern science, and ancient wisdom from Judson; discover which foods are best for your body while still enjoying the foods you like; and strengthen your understanding of how your brain works and how to make permanent changes in your life based on that knowledge. Listen and Learn:  How his struggle to help patients with binge eating and overeating led Judson to write The Hunger Habit What's the issue we're facing as a society and culture with eating and food in general? Why keeping a healthy diet by measuring what you eat comes with its own set of challenges How our food consumption instincts have evolved and gotten mixed up in modern times Identifying the patterns that bring us to eat How you can practice kindness to facilitate openness and learning from experiences  Recalling past experiences before engaging in habitual behavior to make better decisions and avoid repeating negative experiences in the future Resources:  Visit Judson's Website: https://drjud.com/ The Hunger Habit: Why We Eat When We're Not Hungry and How to Stop A simple way to break a bad habit | Judson Brewer | TED Connect with Judson on Instagram, Twitter, YouTube, and Facebook About Judson Brewer  Judson Brewer M.D., Ph.D., is an internationally renowned addiction psychiatrist and neuroscientist. He is a professor in the School of Public Health and Medical School at Brown University. His 2016 TED Talk, “A Simple Way to Break a Bad Habit,” has been viewed more than 19 million times. He has trained Olympic athletes and coaches, government ministers, and business leaders. His first book, The Craving Mind, was published in more than sixteen languages. His second book, Unwinding Anxiety, was an instant New York Times bestseller. Related Episodes: 188. Unwinding Anxiety with Judson Brewer 167. Get Curious and Change Unhealthy Habits with Judson Brewer 231. Eating Skills and Emotional Eating with Josh Hillis 264. Raising Intuitive Eaters with Sumner Brooks and Amee Severson 31. DBT for Binge Eating with Debra Safer Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Join Gabby as she sits down with Dr. Judson Brewer, a renowned psychiatrist and neuroscientist, to explore the intersection of neuroscience, mindfulness, and everyday habits, with a particular focus on eating habits. Dr. Brewer, the author of "The Hunger Habit" and "Unwinding Anxiety," shares his extensive insights into how our brains form habits around anxiety, smoking, and eating, and how mindfulness can be a transformative power in addressing these habits. Through his practice, Dr. Brewer observed a positive spillover effect of mindfulness on eating behaviors while initially focusing on smoking and anxiety. This discovery led him to delve deeper into how mindfulness can specifically target and improve our relationship with food. Sponsors: OneSkin - Get 15% with code GABBY at Oneskin.co Vionic Shoes - Vionicshoes.com and use code GABBY at checkout for 15% off your entire order when you log into your account Timeline -  timelinenutrition.com/GABBY and use code GABBY to get 10% off your order Blissy - Blissy.com/GABBY and use code GABBY to get an additional 30% off shopbeam.com/GABBY and use code GABBY for up to 40% off MAIN SECTION AND TIMECODE: Introduction and Overview of Dr. Brewer's Work [00:00:00 - 00:04:59] Gabby introduces Dr. Jud Brewer and his contribution to understanding the neuroscience of eating habits. The Science of Habits and Mindfulness [00:05:00 - 00:19:59] Dr. Brewer explains the neurological mechanisms behind cravings and the effectiveness of mindfulness in altering eating behaviors. Strategies for Mindful Eating [00:20:00 - 00:34:59] Detailed discussion on practical techniques, including the "RAIN" method, to foster mindfulness and disrupt unhealthy eating patterns. Understanding Emotional Eating and Cravings [00:35:00 - 00:49:59] Exploring the emotional and psychological aspects of eating habits and how to address them through mindfulness. Q&A and Closing Thoughts [00:50:00 - 01:14:59] Gabby and Dr. Brewer answer listener questions, offering additional insights and concluding the conversation with key takeaways. RESOURCES: More from Dr. Jud Brewer: Check out his website for more information on his research and access to mindfulness resources: https://drjud.com/ "The Hunger Habit" by Dr. Jud Brewer for an extensive guide on applying mindfulness to overcome eating challenges. Want to see the transcript for this episode? Check out my website where we put full transcripts for every episode and so much more: https://gabriellereece.com/ Everything Gabby Reece: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/gabbyreece/ TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@gabbyreeceofficial Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/OfficialGabrielleReece/ Gabby Reece Website - https://gabriellereece.com/ Gabby Reece Show Transcript: https://gabriellereece.com/podcast/ The Gabby Reece Show Podcast on Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCeEINLNlGvIceFOP7aAZk5A Bio: Gabrielle 'Gabby' Reece is an American actress, podcaster, and former model and professional volleyball player best known for hosting a lifestyle, health & fitness podcast titled The Gabby Reece Show. Additionally, she is the co-founder of XPT | Extreme Performance Training and Laird Superfood alongside her husband and big wave surfer Laird Hamilton. The Gabby Reece Show talks to top experts with the goal of extracting the best information you will need to navigate the universe of health, fitness, relationships, parenting, and business. Gabby keeps it simple but gets to the heart of the conversation with the hopes of providing you with realistic takeaways. Thank you for tuning into "The Gabby Reece Show." If you found this information helpful, consider sharing this episode with someone who needs it. And subscribe to make sure you never miss informative conversations like this. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Hey friend! Today is a very special episode because I'm going to teach you how to crochet through your emotions! Which is obviously the name of this podcast. Using crochet to process my emotions was the first major step I took to getting back in the drivers seat of my mental health. We'll talk about what emotion processing is and why it's important, how I personally started crocheting through my emotions, and how you can start to do the same. It's going to change the way you look at crochet forever. Crochet is not just a craft, it's therapy for the soul.   Next Steps: Submit a 5 Star Review on Apple Podcasts! ❤️ Click on the podcast title below and scroll all the way down to where it says "Ratings & Reviews" and then click the purple text that says "Write a Review". I love hearing from you! Take my FREE 7-day Learn to Crochet Challenge: https://www.sigonimacaroni.com/7-day-learn-to-crochet-challenge-2/ Unwinding Anxiety book by Dr. Judson Brewer: https://amzn.to/3I8Vjzy (*affiliate link) Head to my blog's Crochet Pattern Index: https://www.sigonimacaroni.com/crochet-pattern-index/ Join my Weekly Newsletter: https://www.subscribepage.com/sigoni-macaroni-general-newsletter Join my FREE Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/thecrochetdybunch

There are as many ways to have a difficult relationship with food as there are ways to eat. It's hard to get conversations about these challenges right, but today we're taking the plunge and exploring the habit of eating when we're not hungry with psychiatrist Dr. Jud Brewer.  Dr. Rick, Forrest, and Dr. Jud start by discussing our often flawed approach to conversations about eating patterns, shame spirals, and the many problems with diets. They then move the conversation from what we eat to how we eat, applying Dr. Jud's work on habits and craving to the challenge of emotional eating. Specific topics include the neuroscience behind how our hunger cues and emotional cues get mixed up, common habit loops related to food, reward value and the importance of creating a prediction error, the nature of craving as wanting without liking, mindfulness-based tools, and how we can create a bigger, better offer for our brains. About our Guest: Dr. Jud Brewer is a psychiatrist, the director of research and innovation at Brown University's Mindfulness Center, a professor in Behavioral and Social Sciences at the School of Public Health and Psychiatry at the School of Medicine at Brown University, and a research affiliate at MIT. He's also the bestselling author of a number of books, including The Craving Mind, Unwinding Anxiety, and his most recent book The Hunger Habit. Disclaimer: If you struggle with a serious restrictive eating disorder like anorexia or bulimia nervosa, the material in this conversation will not support your needs. Please consider working with your doctor or mental health clinician, or using the free resources at www.nationaleatingdisorders.org. If you need immediate help, call the ANAD hotline at 1-888-375-7767. You can watch this episode on YouTube. Key Topics: 0:00: Introduction and disclaimer 2:40: The surprising finding from Jud's smoking cessation program 6:05: What Jud's new book is not about, and information vs. behavior 11:05: The mental health impact of dieting, and the problem with willpower 18:05: Hedonic hunger, and food-mood wiring 24:15: Bringing awareness to how we eat, and our cultural conditioning 31:50: Developing freedom of choice, and the MBSR raisin exercise 36:20: A walkthrough of mindful eating 44:25: When you don't want to let go of a behavior, and finding the bigger better offer 52:50: Kindness, curiosity, and other tools for improving interoception 57:00: Ways to find the bigger better offer 1:07:45: Caring for our future self 1:11:30: Recap Forrest is now writing on Substack, check out his work there.  Support the Podcast: We're now on Patreon! If you'd like to support the podcast, follow this link. Sponsors Get your stand on with UPLIFT Desk! Go to UPLIFT Desk.com/BEINGWELL for 5% off your order of one of their fantastic standing desks or office products. Join over a million people using BetterHelp, the world's largest online counseling platform. Visit betterhelp.com/beingwell for 10% off your first month! Want to sleep better? Try the Calm app! Visit calm.com/beingwell for 40% off a premium subscription. Trust your gut with Seed's DS-01 Daily Synbiotic. Go to Seed.com/BEINGWELL and use code 25BEINGWELL to get 25% off your first month.  Start each day right with IQBAR's bars, hydration mixes, and mushroom coffees. Just text BEINGWELL to sixty-four thousand (64-000) and get an exclusive offer of 20% off plus free shipping. Connect with the show: Subscribe on iTunes Follow Forrest on YouTube Follow us on Instagram Follow Forrest on Instagram Follow Rick on Facebook Follow Forrest on Facebook Visit Forrest's website

Let's delve into one of your most important and longest running relationships - your relationship with food. Like all relationships, it's emotional. Dr. Jud Brewer joins us to discuss his new book The Hunger Habit:Why We Eat When We're Not Hungry and How to Stop. He shares how to practice mindfulness, replace judgment with curiosity, change your habits and cultivate a healthier relationship with food. Dr. Jud Brewer joins us from Rhode Island. _________________________ Bio Jud Brewer, MD, Ph.D. (“Dr. Jud”) is a New York Times best-selling author and thought leader in the field of habit change and the “science of self-mastery,” who blends over 20 years of experience with mindfulness training and a career in scientific research. He is passionate about understanding how our brains work, and how to use that knowledge to help people make deep, permanent change in their lives — with the goal of reducing suffering in the world at large. Dr. Jud is the director of research and innovation at Brown University's Mindfulness Center, where he also serves as an associate professor in Behavioral and Social Sciences at the School of Public Health and Psychiatry at the School of Medicine at Brown University. Additionally, he is the executive medical director of behavioral health at Sharecare, the digital health company helping people manage all their health in one place, and a research affiliate at Massachusetts Institute of Technology. Previously, Dr. Jud held research and teaching positions at Yale University and the University of Massachusetts' Center for Mindfulness. Read more about his research. As a psychiatrist and internationally known expert in mindfulness training for treating addictions, Dr. Jud has developed and tested novel mindfulness programs for habit change, including both in-person and app-based treatments for anxiety, emotional eating, and smoking (Unwinding Anxiety, Eat Right Now and Craving to Quit). Based on the success of these programs in the lab, he co-founded MindSciences, Inc. to create app-based digital therapeutic versions of these programs for a wider audience, working with individuals, corporations, and health systems to put effective, evidence-based behavior change guidance in the hands of people struggling with unwanted behaviors and “everyday addictions.” Sharecare, Inc. acquired MindSciences in 2020. Dr. Jud has also studied the underlying neural mechanisms of mindfulness using standard and real-time fMRI and EEG neurofeedback, adding to the understanding of the brain's “Default Mode Network” and the role of the posterior cingulate cortex (PCC) in self-referential thinking.  He regularly gives talks on the intersection of modern science and ancient meditative practices, helping to expose a modern audience to specific techniques and insights first discovered 2,500 years ago. He has published numerous peer-reviewed articles and book chapters, trained US Olympic athletes and coaches, foreign government ministers and corporate leaders. His work has been featured on 60 Minutes, TED, The New York Times, The Wall Street Journal, The Today Show, TIME, The Washington Post, Forbes, CNN, BBC, NPR, and more. His work has been funded by the National Institutes of Health and American Heart Association, among others. In addition to The Hunger Habit: Why We Eat When We're Not Hungry and How to Stop, he is the author of The Craving Mind: From Cigarettes to Smartphones to Love, Why We Get Hooked and How We Can Break Bad Habits (New Haven: Yale University Press, 2017) and the New York Times best-seller, Unwinding Anxiety: New Science Shows How to Break the Cycles of Worry and Fear to Heal Your Mind (Avery/Penguin Random House, 2021). Dr. Jud and his wife Mahri live in Massachusetts where they enjoy biking, hiking, and meditating with their cats, Samson, Ananda and Julian of Norwich. ______________________ For More on Dr. Jud Brewer The Hunger Habit:Why We Eat When We're Not Hungry and How...

Do you have a habit you just can't break no matter how hard you try or how badly you want to? Renowned addiction psychiatrist, neuroscientist, and bestselling author Judson Brewer—or Dr. Jud, as he's widely known—has helped millions of people find freedom from excessive worry, overeating, cigarette smoking, and many other challenging behaviors. In this podcast, Tami Simon speaks with Dr. Jud about his life-changing books—The Craving Mind, Unwinding Anxiety, and most recently, The Hunger Habit—and his compassionate and respectful approach to habit change.  Enjoy this empowering and "aha!-inducing" conversation about breaking the cycle of anxiety; the process of negative reinforcement; fear of the future vs planning for the future; the three elements of a habit loop: trigger, behavior, reward; the pros and cons of distraction; distress tolerance—a survival skill for our times; changing the reward value of a behavior; karma and reinforcement learning; exploring gratification to its end; the brain as a smoke detector; recalibrating the nervous system after trauma; the concept of dependent origination; the superpower of interest curiosity; hedonic hunger vs homeostatic hunger; paying attention to your "pleasure plateau" when it comes to food; awareness as the key ingredient for behavior change; the mantra "What's this?"; and more. Note: This episode originally aired on Sounds True One, where these special episodes of Insights at the Edge are available to watch live on video and with exclusive access to Q&As with our guests. Learn more at join.soundstrue.com.

For many of us, anxiety is a partner on our journey of life: it is always there. But a helpful reframe could also be the idea that anxiety is a habit. And the good news is: habits are something we can break. We'll learn about how to recognize these habits and change them, especially at work.  In this episode Morra speaks with Dr. Judson Brewer, author of “Unwinding Anxiety” and journalist Charles Duhigg, author of “The Power of Habit” as well as the new book “Supercommunicators.”  Check out Jud's book here:  https://www.amazon.com/Unwinding-Anxiety-Science-Shows-Cycles/dp/0593330447 You can find Charles' books here:  https://www.amazon.com/Supercommunicators-Unlock-Secret-Language-Connection/dp/0593243919 https://www.amazon.com/Power-Habit-What-Life-Business/dp/081298160X/ref=tmm_pap_swatch_0?_encoding=UTF8&qid=&sr=

Research shows that somewhere between 2 and 6% of the population struggles with BFRBs at a clinical level, which can include behaviors like hair-pulling, skin-picking, and nail-biting (among others). What differentiates BFRBs from other self-grooming behaviors, though, is the unintentional harm they cause to the body and the lack of successful efforts to stop them. To gain a better understanding of these difficult-to-control behaviors that can have detrimental effects on mental and emotional well-being, Michael interviewed clinical psychologists Marla Deibler and Renae Reinardy. If you're looking to recover from body-focused repetitive behavior, Marla and Renae, who coauthored The BFRB Recovery Workbook, are here to provide up-to-date behavioral science and evidence-based tools specifically tailored to meet your individual needs and help you transform your life for the better! Listen and Learn:  What are body-focused repetitive behaviors (BFRBs)?  The stigma and dismissive attitude surrounding BFRBs How prevalent are BFRBs?   WTF: What is the function of BFRBs? The importance of viewing change as a process rather than a final outcome  Techniques for experiencing shame, emotional avoidance, and response prevention How to deal with inevitable setbacks Resources:  Order your copy of The BFRB Recovery Workbook: https://a.co/d/5pFMEGM Marla's Links: Website: https://thecenterforemotionalhealth.com/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/thecenterforemotionalhealth Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ceh_philadelphia/ "X": https://twitter.com/DoctorDeibler LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/marla-deibler-psyd-abpp-a220851a/ BlueSky: https://bsky.app/profile/doctordeibler.bsky.social Renae's Links: Lakeside Center for Behavioral Change: https://lakesidecenter.org  Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/r.reinspi Courage Critters: https://couragecritters.com Related Episodes:  167. Get Curious and Change Unhealthy Habits with Judson Brewer 188. Unwinding Anxiety with Judson Brewer 4. Habits: The Science of Behavior Change (Part 1) 5. From Awareness to Action: Behavior Change (Part 2) Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Every January, thousands of folks set health and weight loss goals and ultimately fail. This is because most people rely on tactics like restrictive diets, trying to harness willpower, and shame-based goals. But our brains and bodies are smart, and if we want to cultivate real, sustainable changes, we have to operate in a way that works with our brains' innate operating system.  On today's show, you're going to hear from Dr. Jud Brewer, an internationally renowned addiction psychiatrist and neuroscientist. His new book, The Hunger Habit, dives into the science behind overeating, food cravings, and how to train our brains to create healthier habits that actually last. This interview contains insightful conversations on willpower and self-judgment, the powerful role of curiosity and awareness for creating lasting change, and the proven neuroscience behind why diets don't work. If you've ever wanted to change your eating habits on any level, I know you're going to love Dr. Jud's outlook. Enjoy!  In this episode you'll discover: The truth about willpower.  How the prefrontal cortex operates.  The three elements needed to cement a habit.  How language impacts our experiences.  Why judgement can inhibit the learning process.  How to use curiosity to create healthier habits.  Why diets don't work, according to science. The only way to change a habit.  Why awareness can aid in smoking cessation. How to leverage your brain's reward value equations.  Why curiosity is a superpower.  How to map out the habit loop around your eating patterns. The difference between homeostatic hunger and hedonic hunger. What the pleasure plateau is.  The true definition of addiction.  What BBO is.  How to harness awareness and release self-judgment to create change.  Items mentioned in this episode include: Organifi.com/Model - Use the coupon code MODEL for 20% off + free shipping! HVMN.com/model - Save 30% on your first subscription order of Ketone-IQ! 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“Don't underestimate the power of curiosity," says Jud Brewer, M.D., Ph.D. Jud, a neuroscientist and addiction psychiatrist, joins us to discuss how to reduce unhealthy food cravings, plus: - Why do we eat when we're not hungry? (~00:09) - What really drives hunger? (~02:59) - Should you see a nutritionist or neuroscientist? (~06:42) - The psychological component of weight loss (~11:14) - How to overcome food cravings (~15:32) - Why willpower doesn't exist (~19:56) - How personality types influence intuitive eating (~22:58) - How to hack your brain's reward system (~29:24) - How to actually eat intuitively (~32:11) - Committing to healthier snacks (~40:33) - What Jud eats in a typical day (~43:12) - How hunger hormones change with age (~45:58) - Hunger differences by gender (~47:40) - Why curiosity is a superpower (~51:09) Visit shop.mindbodygreen.com/creatine20 to get 20% off creatine+. Cannot combine with gift cards or other discount codes. Visit shop.mindbodygreen.com/whey20 to get 20% off grass-fed whey protein isolate+. Cannot combine with gift cards or other discount codes. Referenced in the episode: - Jud's book, The Hunger Habit. - mbg Podcast episode #294 and #197 with Jud Brewer, M.D., Ph.D. - mbg Podcast episode #482, with Jillian Michaels. - Jud's previous book, Unwinding Anxiety. - Eat Right Now app. - Jud's study showing a 40% reduction in craving-related eating. We hope you enjoy this episode, and feel free to watch the full video on YouTube! Whether it's an article or podcast, we want to know what we can do to help here at mindbodygreen. Let us know at: podcast@mindbodygreen.com. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Have you experienced addiction and having problem breaking the pattern? In this episode, we're going to explore the intriguing intersection of modern science and ancient mindfulness techniques. Dr. Brewer's innovative research has shed new light on how mindfulness practices can effectively disrupt and overcome addictive behaviors and reduce anxiety and stress.   Dr. Jud's influence extends beyond academia. He has been featured in various media outlets, including 60 Minutes, TED Talks, The New York Times, Time magazine, Forbes, National Geographic, and others. His TED Talk on breaking bad habits was the fourth most popular TED talk of 2016, with over 17 million views. He is also a New York Times best-selling author, with notable works including "The Craving Mind" and "Unwinding Anxiety."   So, whether you're someone who's curious about the science of mindfulness, interested in the psychology of habit change, or just looking to gain insights into better mental health practices, this episode is for you. Get ready to be enlightened by Dr. Judson A. Brewer's groundbreaking work and inspiring insights.   Enjoy

Anxiety disorders are the most common form of mental illness in the world. They're also the most treatable.Most people who suffer from anxiety are able to reduce or eliminate symptoms in a matter of weeks with therapy. And the methods taught by therapists aren't sorcery. You can easily learn them on your own.So why do so many people continue to struggle with this crippling disorder? Here's the secret: Most people aren't trying to overcome anxiety.Most people just want anxiety to disappear. You can't just cure anxiety. You have to calm it… relieve it… soothe it.Let's dive into this episode as I teach you everything you need in order to stop curing anxiety and start mastering it.You will learn how most of the coping strategies work and don't work for you according to the type of anxiety you might have.To connect with Diante, you can visit her free FB community: Overcoming Anxiety✨ | Follow her on Instagram: the.unstuck.initiative or go to www.unstuckinitiative.comCLICK HERE TO APPLY FOR THE EASE BOOTCAMP

Myths and misconceptions about anxiety can prevent us from overcoming our struggles with it, holding us back from the greater calm and ease we seek. When we don't understand the habit cycles around anxiety we can get stuck repeating them, unable to move forward. In this episode, best-selling author, researcher and psychiatrist Dr. Jud Brewer shines a light on anxiety. Dr. Jud combines ancient Buddhist psychology with modern neuroscience to help bring awareness to how anxiety functions and what ultimately is most helpful for minimizing anxiety-related suffering. Dr. Jud Brewer previously spoke about anxiety in episode #041, Unwinding Anxiety. In that episode, he breaks down the steps necessary to mindfully interrupt the anxiety habit loop. This talk is a brief excerpt from Dr. Jud's guest teacher presentation to those enrolled in the Mindfulness Exercises Mindfulness Meditation Teacher Training Program. This unique, online, self-paced certification program balances pre-recorded webinars with live mentorship. Students in the program learn directly from Sean Fargo, his team, and some of the world's most respected mindfulness and meditation experts.  Train to share mindfulness with confidence, compassion and skill within a supportive online community. Learn more at mindfulnessexercises.com/certify or, schedule a 15-minute call with Sean to see if this program is right for you at https://calendly.com/sean-108/application Podcast: Unwinding Anxiety, with Dr. Jud Brewer Podcast: Modeling Mindfulness, with Sean Fargo  Podcast: Mindful Weight Loss Through Habit Change, with Dr. Jud Brewer

Today's episode is the first in a new stress and anxiety series we're doing on the podcast. Over the coming weeks we'll share deep, informative, and practical conversations with some of the leading experts in these arenas. Each episode will offer insight into how to work with these very common (and often challenging) aspects of our lives more effectively and in ways that lead to greater calm, balance, and wellbeing. And today I am thrilled, because Dr. Jud Brewer is back on the show to kick things off. Jud is an addiction psychiatrist and a leader in fields of habit change, mindfulness, and anxiety. In today's powerful three-part conversation we'll dive into Jud's  work and highlights from his groundbreaking book: Unwinding Anxiety.In part one, Jud will paint a picture of the landscape of anxiety in our culture and will tease out what it is, and what it's not. In part two we'll discuss why some of the common approaches to alleviating anxiety may not be so effective - specifically when it comes to lasting change.And in part three, Jud will share illuminating insights from his work in neuroscience that shed light on what works for unwinding anxiety in lasting ways. Enjoying the show? Please rate it wherever you listen to your podcasts!Find this episode inspiring? Here are past conversations with Jud we think you'll love:Is Curiosity a Superpower? | Dr. Jud BrewerHarnessing Neuroscience to Change Habits and Find Happiness | Dr. Jud BrewerMore about Jud:Dr. Jud Brewer is a NYT best-selling author and thought leader in the field of habit change, who blends over 20 years of experience with mindfulness training and a career in scientific research. He is passionate about understanding how our brains work, and how to use that knowledge to help people make deep, permanent change in their lives — with the goal of reducing suffering in the world at large. He is the director of research and innovation at Brown University's Mindfulness Center. Additionally, he is the executive medical director of behavioral health at Sharecare. Dr. Jud has developed and tested novel mindfulness programs for habit change for anxiety, emotional eating, and smoking (Unwinding Anxiety, Eat Right Now and Craving to Quit). For more, visit: drjud.comAnnouncing the 5-Day Transforming Stress Challenge! In addition to the Stress and Anxiety Series on the podcast I am launching a new 5-day challenge in November: Transforming Stress for greater calm, balance, and wellbeing. From November 13th-17th I  will share bite-sized recorded practices that include some of the most effective teachings, mindset tools, and meditations I've come across for working with stress and anxiety over my career. And to conclude the challenge I will host a Stress Masterclass where we will have the opportunity to practice together live.Sign up now: practicingcourage.com/stress Support the show

In my work as a business coach, I often talk about adding good habits, morning practices, daily habits, and such. In this episode, we're going to talk about eliminating unwanted habits that might be keeping you from your full potential. Today, I speak with Dr. Jud Brewer about the fascinating concept of eliminating unwanted habits that can hinder personal and professional growth. Jud sheds light on how habits like anxiety and worry can be viewed as behavioral patterns. We explore the habit loop of worrying and delve into the impact of habits like distraction and scarcity mindsets on self-employed business owners. If you want to break free from these patterns and boost your personal development, this conversation is a must-listen for entrepreneurs and business owners.   Dr. Jud Brewer MD, PhD is an internationally renowned psychiatrist, neuroscientist and New York Times best-selling author. He is an associate professor at Brown University's School of Public Health and Medical School. He also serves as the Chief Medical Officer at Sharecare, where he developed the Unwinding Anxiety app, based on his New York Times best-selling book of the same name. The app offers guided, step-by-step lessons and tools that are scientifically proven to reduce anxiety by 67% and reduce worry-related sleep disturbances by 27%. His work has been featured in a number of prestigious academic journals, as well as news outlets such as CNN, The Washington Post, NPR, and Forbes.    And be sure to subscribe to The Self-Employed Life in Apple Podcasts or follow us on Spotify or wherever you listen to podcasts so you don't miss an episode.   Everything you need can all be found at jeffreyshaw.com.   Jud Brewer, thank you so much for being here! Remember, you might be in business FOR yourself but you are not in business BY yourself. Be your best self. Be proud and keep changing the world. Guest Contact – DrJud.com Unwinding Anxiety: New Science Shows How to Break the Cycles of Worry and Fear to Heal Your Mind by Judson Brewer Jud Brewer on LinkedIn (in/drjud) Jud Brewer on Facebook (@drjudapps) Jud Brewer on Instagram (@dr.jud) Jud Brewer on Twitter/X (@judbrewer) Jud Brewer on YouTube (@DrJud) Contact Jeffrey – SelfEmployedNewsletter.com Website Books Watch my TEDx LincolnSquare video and please share!   Valuable complimentary resources to help you –   ·       The Self-Employed Business Institute- You know you're really good at what you do. You're talented, you have a skill set. The problem is you're probably in a field where there is no business education. This is common amongst self-employed people! And, there's no business education out there for us! You also know that being self-employed is unique and you need better strategies, coaching, support, and accountability. The Self-Employed Business Institute, a five-month online education is exactly what you need. Check it out! ·       Take The Self-Employed Assessment! Ever feel like you're all over the place? Or frustrated it seems like you have everything you need for your business success but it's somehow not coming together? Take this short quiz to discover the biggest hidden gap that's keeping you from having a thriving Self-Employed Ecosystem. You'll find out what part of your business needs attention and you'll also get a few laser-focused insights to help you start closing that gap. ·       Have Your Website Brand Message Reviewed! Is your website speaking the right LINGO of your ideal customers? Having reviewed hundreds of websites, I can tell you 98% of websites are not. Fill out the simple LINGO Review application and I'll take a look at your website. I'll email you a few suggestions to improve your brand message to attract more of your ideal customers. Fill out the application today and let's get your business speaking the right LINGO! Host Jeffrey Shaw is a Small Business Consultant, Brand Management Consultant, Business Coach for Entrepreneurs, Keynote Speaker, TEDx Speaker and author of LINGO and The Self Employed Life (May 2021). Supporting self-employed business owners with business and personal development strategies they need to create sustainable success.

Join us as we discuss our favorite strategies and philosophies around anxiety and depression.Can you be addicted to anxiety?We use Judson Brewer's book Unwinding Anxiety and Johann Hari's book Lost Connections as a guide to navigating depression, anxiety, and more.  Here are the seven of the root causes and solutions discussed in the episode:Disconnection from: Meaningful work Other people Meaningful values Childhood trauma Status and respect Disconnection from the natural world Hopeful or secure future

Anxiety is so pervasive today that more than 40 million adults in the U.S. are living with it. This week's guest, Dr. Jud Brewer, offers new insights into this growing problem and provides simple steps to help end the cycle of constant worrying.  As New York Times best-selling author and director of research and innovation at Brown University's Mindfulness Center, Dr. Jud released the book Unwinding Anxiety in 2021 and now the same techniques used in his book are available the Unwinding Anxiety app. In this episode, he tells us how we all can start breaking free from anxiety.   In this episode, you'll learn: Why willpower isn't the answer to overcoming anxiety Three steps to breaking an anxiety habit How curiosity can help disarm anxiety

Be inspired to uproot your anxiety and say goodbye to overwhelm! Kelly and Lauren speak with New York Times Best-Selling Author and Addiction Psychiatrist and Neuroscientist, Dr. Jud Brewer to share insights from his latest international best-seller, Unwinding Anxiety, which shares a clinically proven plan to help us break the cycle that drives anxiety and addictive habits. You will learn about common anxiety triggers, why we get stuck in habit loops, and how we can begin to train our brains to feel, perform and live better. Listen to the full original 1-hour episode here Dr. Jud's website Dr. Jud on Instagram, Twitter, Facebook Dr. Jud's TED Talk, A simple way to break a bad habit Apps to help you manage anxious & addictive behaviours:  Unwinding by Sharecare (app) Unwinding Anxiety (app) Eat Right Now (app) Craving To Quit! (app)

As the New York Times bestselling author of Unwinding Anxiety and The Craving Mind, Dr. Jud Brewer is an expert in addiction, anxiety and modifying unhealthy behaviors to establish new, positive habits. With more than 20 years of rigorous research at Brown University, Dr. Jud uses his proven, evidence-based guidance to those struggling with unwanted behaviors and “everyday addictions.” Passionate about understanding how our brains work, Dr. Jud has collaborated with U.S. Olympic athletes and coaches, foreign government ministers and corporate leaders to help make deep, permanent change in their lives. Today, Dr. Jud joins us to explain why our habits are hard to overcome and the clear, solution-oriented steps we can implement to conquer them. Using curiosity and kindness, Dr. Jud shares how to break the cycle of worry and fear that drives anxiety and addictive tendencies. Whether you or someone you love is struggling with compulsively checking social media, binge eating, smoking, excessive drinking… or any other addictions, this conversation is for you.

What do we do with our anxiety? How can loving it, breathing it, and meditating with it transcend our mental health? Internationally known expert in mindfulness training for treating addictions, Executive Medical Director of Behavioral Health at Sharecare, and Author of his latest book, Unwinding Anxiety, Dr. Jud Brewer, returns to explain how worry and anxiety become habits, why we become addicted to stress, and practical strategies to navigate uncertainty. Listen and discover the new science of breaking the worry and the fear to heal your mind. Live Life Well from Sunrise to Sunset Save 20% with code "WELLNESSFORCE" on everyone's favorite Superfoods brand, ORGANIFI, including their Sunrise to Sunset Bundle and their Women's Power Stack that includes HARMONY + GLOW for true hormonal balance and great health radiating through your beautiful skin. Click HERE to order your Organifi today. Are You Stressed Out Lately? Take a deep breath with the M21™ wellness guide: a simple yet powerful 21 minute morning system that melts stress and gives you more energy through 6 science-backed practices and breathwork. Click HERE to download for free. Biohack Your Mind & Body with Plunge Ice Baths!Save $150 on your PLUNGE order with code "WELLNESSFORCE" As seen on Shark Tank, Plunge's revolutionary Cold Plunge uses powerful cooling, filtration, and sanitation to give you cold, clean water whenever you want it, making it far superior to an ice bath or chest freezer. *Review The Wellness + Wisdom Podcast & WIN $150 in wellness prizes! *Join The Facebook Group   "One pragmatic practice is to separate out the worry from the thinking. Fear plus uncertainty equals anxiety but uncertainty can also move us into a growth mindset. When there's a lot of uncertainty and we're really feeling down on our luck or really stressed out because of our finances; in those moments when we're really worried, take a deep breath, step back, and ask yourself if this worrying is helping. Because worrying makes our thinking brain go offline. What do we need to help us move forward? We need our thinking brain."  - Dr. Jud Brewer     In This Episode, Dr. Jud Brewer Uncovers: [1:30] How Worry & Anxiety Become Habits breathwork.io Dr. Jud Brewer Unwinding Anxiety by Dr. Jud Brewer 319 Dr. Jud Brewer The Craving Mind by Dr. Jud Brewer Eat Right Now app Craving To Quit Sharecare Mind Science Unpacking the new sciences of breaking worry and fear to heal your mind. Why anxiety, worry, and fear can actually become habits. Breaking down specifically how worry can be negatively reinforced over time until it becomes a habit. Examples of how our anxious thoughts become habits including one of his patients who avoided driving on the freeway. The research he has done to help people reduce their anxiety and the amazing results they have seen with his Unwinding Anxiety app vs prescribed medications. What it means to label a treatment, research, and trials as being clinically validated.   [11:30] The Source Of Modern Anxiety Exploring what the source of anxiety actually is for people in our modern-day society. Why fear-based learning is a survival mechanism that humans have wired in their brains. The fact that our cell phones are weapons of mass distraction and anti-survival mechanisms. Breaking down how anxiety is the combination of worry and fear. What happens to our thought process when we don't have certainty in a situation such as the COVID-19 pandemic. Exploring why our previous anti-anxiety or anti-habit strategies have failed in the past. How the brain is wired to create and follow habits that free up space for it to do other things. The learning strategy that is set up along with the process of building habit memory. How a reward hierarchy is created based on the habits we learn. The importance of checking in with ourselves to see if those habits are still rewarding to ensure we actually benefit from them. What negative prediction error is and why it happens when there's a deviation from what we expect [19:30] Unwinding Anxiety How you can unwind anxiety from specific, delayed gratification by finding out what is driving those behaviors. Why working on anxiety helped one of his clients effortlessly lose 100 pounds because he stopped stress eating. Exploring the fact that there really isn't any real evidence that willpower exists. How to practice delayed gratification to help you build good habits. 129 Gretchen Rubin Making sense of the connection between addiction and anxiety in order to let go of both and heal. Eric Kandel Breaking down our individual perceptions, illusions, levels of awareness, and the confrontation one must go through during the inner work. [31:30] Are You Addicted To Your Own Stress? How to transcend addiction, anxiety, and depression so that they no longer rule us anymore. Unpacking the question, “Which mind states are more rewarding?” Exploring how contracted and closed down people felt with each different mind state compared to feeling more open and expanded. Why adults who are addicted to their own stress hormones were once children who lived in unpredictable environments of overreaction, rage spirals, and fear. How Josh's addiction to stress has impacted his life as an entrepreneur, his new life in Austin, and now with a baby on the way. What steps to take to know if you are addicted to your own stress and then how to break free from it. Why it can feel strange once you break free from anxiety and no longer have anxious thoughts. Carol Dweck The difference between growth vs fixed mindset when it comes to new changes in your life. How you can become comfortable with the uncomfortable as you enter the growth zone. [40:00] How To Handle Worry & Stress What steps you can take if you're worried about the “next bad thing” that's going to happen to you. The power of changing our mindset and how we look at our life. How we use worry as a control mechanism of our lives to help us but it actually goes against our brain's ability to work well. Why anxiety and bad habits can be teaching tools for greater awareness and how to properly use them. Michael Pollan What happens to the body and mind when we are actually experiencing stress in the present moment. His research of the default mode network and exploring one of the hypotheses out there that this network syncs us with action. The idea out there that conscious awareness might happen a full half-second after our motor action does something. Exploring the contraction and expansion of self when we let go of stress or feel positive emotions such as love. [49:00] Practical Strategies To Navigate Uncertainty How to heal from financial stress and uncertainty that is creating so many wounds in our collective society. What steps you can do to separate your worry from your thinking. How uncertainty can move us into a growth mindset. The power of asking yourself, “Is my worrying helping me right now?” How you can step away from worrying and lean into the challenge that you are facing with your thinking brain turned on and with a growth mindset. In what capacity we can look at the obstacles we're facing as a gift and something beautiful. The power of picking out what you can control and doing something that's meaningful for you and your family regardless of traumas and circumstances. 3 powerful steps you can take to navigate uncertainty and worry. The beauty of fostering kindness and curiosity in order to help us expand and let go of stress. Loving kindness meditation guided by Dr. Jud Brewer How to use kindness to create connection during crisis Dr. Jud Brewer on using mindfulness to ease worry and anxiety Why curiosity is a superpower and even more important than being brave. breathwork.io M21 Wellness Guide Wellness + Wisdom Community Leave Wellness + Wisdom a Review on Apple Podcasts Power Quotes From The Show Learn From Anxiety "'What can you learn from anxiety? If you lean into your hardships and challenges to get something out of them, they can actually be quite rewarding in the sense that you've grown and become more resilient.' - Dr. Jud Brewer How The Brain Builds New Habits "Remember our old brain is set up to help us survive. In addition to reward-based learning, it has another trick up his sleeve. It takes what it learns and moves the learning into muscle memory as soon as it can. In other words, our brains are set up to form habits so we can free up brain space to learn new things."  - Unwinding Anxiety by Dr. Jud Brewer Why Worry Can Be A Powerful Teacher "Inevitably life goes on and things are constantly changing and we have no control over the future. So, those feelings of uncertainty and wondering when the shoe is going to drop have been described as ways that make us feel like we're in control because at least we're doing something about it by worrying. However, worrying doesn't help and it actually makes our brain work less well. Try to see anything that isn't going well or isn't perfect as a learning experience. When your anxiety comes back up, what can you learn from it? If you lean into your hardships and challenges to get something out of them, they can actually be quite rewarding in the sense that you've grown and become more resilient." - Dr. Jud Brewer Moving Into A Growth Mindset "What do we need to do in today's age? We need to be able to think beyond our narrow sense because the world has changed a lot. It has had this seismic shift that's never going to go back and we don't even know what that's going to look like. So, ask yourself, what I am I getting from worrying? See if you can step out of the worry and lean into that challenge. I'm not saying this is easy but I'm saying this is what we can do, right? Lean into this and ask yourself how you can move into your growth mindset and what's possible for you right now."  - Dr. Jud Brewer Links From Today's Show  breathwork.io Unwinding Anxiety by Dr. Jud Brewer 319 Dr. Jud Brewer The Craving Mind by Dr. Jud Brewer Eat Right Now app Craving To Quit Sharecare Mind Science 129 Gretchen Rubin Eric Kandel Carol Dweck Michael Pollan Loving kindness meditation guided by Dr. Jud Brewer How to use kindness to create connection during crisis Dr. Jud Brewer on using mindfulness to ease worry and anxiety 'Habit Loops & Everyday Addictions' 'Tame Your Feelings of Anxiety' TED Talk | A simple way to break a bad habit | Judson Brewer Josh's Trusted Products | Up To 40% Off Shop All Products BREATHE - 20% off with the code “PODCAST20” Organifi –20% off with the code ‘WELLNESSFORCE' SEED Synbiotic - 30% off with the code "JOSHTRENT" BON CHARGE - 15% off with the code "JOSH15" MANNA Vitality - 20% off with the code "JOSH20" Mendi.io - 20% off with the code "JOSH20" SpectraSculpt - 15% off with the code "JOSH15" SaunaSpace - 10% off with the code "JOSH10" Cured Nutrition CBD - 20% off with the code "WELLNESS FORCE" PLUNGE - $150 off with the code “WELLNESSFORCE" LiftMode - 10% off with the code "JOSH10" HVMN Ketone-IQ - 20% off with the code "JOSH" MitoZen – 10% off with the code “WELLNESSFORCE” Paleovalley – 15% off with the link only NOOTOPIA - 10% off with the code "JOSH10" Activation Products - 20% off with the code “WELLNESSFORCE” SENSATE - $25 off with the code "JOSH25" ION - 15% off with the code ‘JOSH1KS' Feel Free from Botanic Tonics - $40 off with the code "WELLNESS40" Essential Oil Wizardry - 10% off with the code "WELLNESSFORCE" ALIVE WATERS - 33% off your first order with the code "JOSH33" DRY FARM WINES - Get an extra bottle of Pure Natural Wine with your order for just 1¢ Drink LMNT – Zero Sugar Hydration: Get your free LMNT Sample Pack, with any purchase Free Resources M21 Wellness Guide - Free 3-Week Breathwork Program with Josh Trent Join Wellness + Wisdom Community About Dr. Jud Brewer Dr. Jud is the Executive Medical Director of Behavioral Health at Sharecare, Director of Research and Innovation at the Mindfulness Center, and associate professor in psychiatry at the School of Medicine at Brown University, as well as a research affiliate at MIT. Before that, he held research and teaching positions at Yale University and the University of Massachusetts' Center for Mindfulness. Read more about his research here.   As an addiction psychiatrist and internationally known expert in mindfulness training for treating addictions, Dr. Jud has developed and tested novel mindfulness programs for habit change, including both in-person and app-based treatments for smoking, emotional eating, and anxiety (Eat Right Now, Unwinding Anxiety and Craving to Quit).   Based on the success of these programs in the lab, he co-founded MindSciences, Inc. to create app-based digital therapeutic versions of these programs for a wider audience, working with individuals, corporations, and hospital systems to put effective, evidence-based behavior change guidance in the hands of people struggling with unwanted behaviors and “everyday addictions.” Modern Science, Ancient Wisdom Dr. Jud has also studied the underlying neural mechanisms of mindfulness using standard and real-time fMRI and EEG neurofeedback, adding to the understanding of the brain's “Default Mode Network” and the role of the posterior cingulate cortex (PCC) in self-referential thinking.    He regularly gives talks on the intersection of modern science and ancient meditative practices, helping to expose a modern audience to specific techniques and insights first discovered 2,500 years ago.   He has published numerous peer-reviewed articles and book chapters, trained US Olympic coaches, and his work has been featured on 60 Minutes, TED (4th most viewed talk of 2016, with 10+ Million views), Time magazine (top 100 new health discoveries of 2013), Forbes, BBC, NPR, Al Jazeera (documentary about his research), Businessweek and others. His work has been funded by the National Institutes of Health and American Heart Association, among others.   He is the author of The Craving Mind: from cigarettes to smartphones to love, why we get hooked and how we can break bad habits (New Haven: Yale University Press, 2017). Dr. Jud and his wife Mahri live in Massachusetts where they enjoy biking, hiking, and meditating with their two cats, Ananda and Julian of Norwich. Website Facebook Twitter Instagram YouTube

In the treatment of anxiety, panic disorder, and OCD, exposure therapy has long been recognized as the gold standard. But what if there was an even more powerful approach to confronting your fears or trauma? For this episode, we welcome two esteemed guests, Dr. Brian Thompson and Dr. Brian Pilecki to uncover the transformative impact of blending traditional exposure therapy with the principles of ACT. Through practical examples from their groundbreaking book, ACT-Informed Exposure for Anxiety, we learn about the significance of acceptance, values, and how clinicians can incorporate ACT concepts into exposure sessions, emphasizing the power of creativity and psychological flexibility in the therapeutic process. This is a must-listen for anyone seeking a deeper understanding of cutting-edge anxiety interventions. Tune in for an experience that could radically change your relationship with anxiety forever! Listen and Learn:  What is traditional exposure therapy? Why choose ACT-informed exposure therapy over traditional exposure therapy? The impact of psychological flexibility  How those who experience anxiety disorders may get caught up in rule-governed behavior  How rule-governed behaviors are undermined by ACT-informed exposure What exactly is creative hopelessness, and how is it applied to ACT-informed exposure for anxiety? Is there a structure to ACT-informed exposure? Examples of how exposure therapy incorporates ACT principles The common obstacles that can show up for a client or therapist when doing ACT-informed exposure  Resources:  Brian Pilecki, Ph.D. Brian Thompson, Ph.D The Cruelest Cure - New York Times article by Lauren Slater Act-Informed Exposure for Anxiety: Creating Effective, Innovative, and Values-Based Exposures Using Acceptance and Commitment Therapy by Brian L. Thompson, Brian C. Pilecki and Joanne C. Chan  Altered States of Context Podcast Related Episodes:  77. Acceptance and Commitment Therapy with Jill Stoddard 287. Think, Act, Be with Seth Gillihan 212. Stuff That's Loud with Lisa Coyne & Ben Sedley 188. Unwinding Anxiety with Judson Brewer 181. Stop Avoiding Stuff with Matt Boone 121. Be Mighty with Jill Stoddard 309. Language of Emotions with Karla McClaren Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Unwinding Anxiety with Awareness (Part 2): A conversation with Tara and Dr. Judson Brewer - Anxiety is spiking around the world and we need the radical medicine of awareness to unwind it. In this two-part conversation, Tara and Judson Brewer look at how anxiety is a habit that can be unlearned as we cultivate a curious and kind mindful presence. Jud offers the scientific grounds for this “unwinding”, drawing on his experience as a pioneer and leading researcher in the field of mindfulness and addiction. Together they explore the power of particular mindfulness-based strategies, including noting what is happening, recognizing our habit loops, arousing curiosity and cultivating self-care. They shine a light on the genesis of worrying, how it perpetuates anxiety and ways we can become disenchanted with the habit. If you'd like to join an online community that is dedicated to reducing stress and easing anxiety with the power of renowned neuroscientist, Judson Brewer's 3-step methodology, check out the new Mindful Friends Groups at Cloud Sangha.

Unwinding Anxiety with Awareness (Part 1): A conversation with Tara and Dr. Judson Brewer - Anxiety is spiking around the world and we need the radical medicine of awareness to unwind it. In this two-part conversation, Tara and Judson Brewer look at how anxiety is a habit that can be unlearned as we cultivate a curious and kind mindful presence. Jud offers the scientific grounds for this “unwinding”, drawing on his experience as a pioneer and leading researcher in the field of mindfulness and addiction. Together they explore the power of particular mindfulness-based strategies, including noting what is happening, recognizing our habit loops, arousing curiosity and cultivating self-care. They shine a light on the genesis of worrying, how it perpetuates anxiety and ways we can become disenchanted with the habit.

When it comes to losing weight or overcoming addiction, which is more powerful: the ancient wisdom of mindfulness or the strength of your willpower? The answer may surprise you.  In this episode, we hear from author and researcher Dr. Judson Brewer, a pioneer in the science of mindfulness-based habit change. Dr. Jud explains the neurological mechanisms behind habit formation and why losing weight is unsuccessful when we try to force change. Dr. Jud Brewer is a psychiatrist, neuroscientist and author who studies the intersection between mindfulness and addiction. He has written two New York Times best-sellers, The Craving Mind and Unwinding Anxiety. His 2015 TED Talk, “A Simple Way to Break a Bad Habit” has been viewed over 20 million times. This talk is a brief excerpt from Dr. Judson Brewer's guest teacher presentation to those enrolled in the Mindfulness Exercises Mindfulness Meditation Teacher Training Program. This unique, online, self-paced certification program balances pre-recorded webinars with live mentorship. Students in the program learn directly from Sean Fargo, his team, and some of the world's most respected mindfulness and meditation experts.  Train to share mindfulness with confidence, compassion and skill within a supportive online community. Learn more at mindfulnessexercises.com/certify or schedule a 15-minute call with Sean to see if this program is right for you at https://calendly.com/sean-108/application  

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Welcome back for another Zen Trap Perspective. Continuing our theme of Anxiety this ZTP features a great read titled "Unwinding Anxiety", by Judson Brewed, MD, PhD. New science shows how to break the cycles or worry and fear to heal you mind.    We discuss how this books give you practical solutions to attacking your anxiety. Things we plan to take from this read and use for ourselves and sharing with friends and family.    Subscribe to our Youtube and Follow our IG: Zen_Trap / ztZenP / ztYogiLG Comment and let us know what you think! Protect Your Peace Protect Your Energy (PYPPYE) Check out our website and grab some merch: Zentrappers.com

She's back! Join Belinda and I as we unpack the object relationship pattern of the frustration types 1,4, and 7. I hope you will join me in Belinda's seven week course on object relations starting February 24th on zoom. You can register here https://deepcoachinginstitute.com/object-relations-and-the-enneagram-part-one/ Kara is offering free practice groups on zoom for Resonant Healing, Nonviolent Communication, Unwinding Anxiety and Eat Right Now for the last two weeks of February. Email me at social@karanancemd.com if you want the link to join.

Welcome to the final episode of 2022! What a year! In the 7 years of podcasting I think the year 2022 is my FAVORITE.  An incredible array of guests, often difficult subjects, shared vulnerability, laughter and tears, heartfelt stories, sweet and warm moments, virtual hugs, insights and wisdom, truths…  I will be forever changed by the many wonderful conversations and carry the many valuable lessons that I learnt with me through life.  Heartfelt gratitude to all of our wonderful guests!!!  And special thanks to you, my dear listener! It is because of you that I'm still here and going strong.  In this episode:  Rapid-fire Best show/movie I watched  Best book I read  Songs I enjoyed  Best meal I had Place I visited  Best purchase I made  22 Powerful Questions to Reflect on 2022 What inspired you this year? This year my biggest challenge was: This year my biggest accomplishment was:  Which relationships remained rock-solid?  Describe one moment when people you were with made all the difference. How did you feel? What was the most gratifying use of your time this year? What would you like to spend less time on next year? What would you like to spend more time on next year?  Was there a moment when you overcame fear or did something outside of your comfort zone?  What enabled you to overcome this fear? What made you feel alive this year? What is the most important lesson you learned this year?  What did you enjoy the most?  What was your favorite moment?  How did you have fun? What are you most proud of this year?  What did you learn about yourself? What got in the way of your success?  What did you do for your physical and mental health?   What did you leave unfinished?  What advice would you give your last-year self?  What has been hard to admit to yourself?  Listener voicemails Ranela  Zara  Mathu  Lauren Jen Arijana  Top 15 Episodes of 2022!  15. 317: The Anatomy of Anxiety with Ellen Vora, MD 14. 310: The Healing Power of Storytelling 13. 313: Becoming Your Authentic Self with Dr. Thema Bryant 12. 314: The 6 Critical Needs of Children with Anna Seewald 11. 306: The Invisible Epidemic of Trauma with Paul Conti, MD __________________________________________ 10. 312: Unwinding Anxiety with Dr. Jud Brewer 9. 309: Why Your Happiness Matters with Ericka Souter 8. 304: How to Be an Adult with Julie Lyfcott-Heims 7. 307: How Mother Loss Shapes Who We Become with Hope Edelman and Judith Rabinor  6. 310: Why You Can't Pay Attention and How To Think Deeply Again with Johann Hari 5. 303: How to Rock Your Parenting in 2022 with Anna Seewald 4. 305: Breathing and Your Health with Patrick Mckeown 3. 308: How to Ask For What You Need in a Relationship with Yvette Erasmus 2. 336: Trauma and Healing in a Toxic Culture with Dr. Gabor Maté 1. 315: How to Help Kids with Emotional Self-regulation with Mona Delahooke   Intentions and goals for 2023+word of the year.    SUPPORT THE SHOW, SHOW YOUR LOVE Become a patron on Patreon.com and join 210exisiting memebers who contribute towards our monthly goal of $500.  Make a one-time donation in any amount to say “Thank you!” Rate or write a review FULL SHOW NOTES www.authenticparenting.com/podcast HOW TO WORK WITH ANNA I would be thrilled to support you in your parenting journey! All listeners get 10% off on my services. Private Coaching Online courses and classes GET IN TOUCH Comments, questions, feedback, and love notes  USA listeners call 732-763-2576 and leave a voicemail. International listeners use the FREE Speak Pipe tool on my website Email: info@authenticparenting.com STAY CONNECTED Instagram Facebook Group-Authentic Parenting Community Thank you for listening!  With gratitude, Anna Seewald Parent Educator, Keynote Speaker, Author www.authenticparenting.com  

To close out 2022, Kelly and Lauren share a list of inspiring books they read this year and discuss key takeaways from all of the notable best-selling authors they interviewed!  The common theme between all of the book titles is the focus on simplifying and living with greater intention so that you can be your best self and make time for what matters most. Kelly and Lauren spoke with celebrated authors about everything from how to manage physical excess to mental clutter such as anxiety, overwork, financial stress, and more. You will learn that in addition to physical clutter, much of the excess in our lives is invisible, it's mental clutter, and you will be reminded that this lifestyle provides us with the space to live more intentionally. Be inspired to adopt some of the key takeaways from leading personal development authors to further help you live a more meaningful life.  Book List (Interviewed) EP.120: Outer Order, Inner Calm by Gretchen Rubin EP.122: Debt-Free Degree by Anthony O'Neal EP.126: Things that matter by Joshua Becker EP.129: Radically Content by Jamie Varon EP.131: Do Nothing by Celeste Headlee EP.132: Don't Be Trashy by Tara McKenna EP.133: Unwinding Anxiety by Dr. Jud Brewer EP.135: How to Break Up with Your Phone by Catherine Price EP.142: Break the Twitch by Anthony Ongaro  EP.137: The Paradox of Choice by Barry Schwartz  EP.85: Essentialism by Greg McKeown EP.92: Fear of Missing Out by Patrick J. McGinnis EP.106: Effortless by Greg McKeown EP.97: Indistractable by Nir Eyal   Other Books We Love The Daily Stoic by Ryan Holiday Four Thousand Weeks by Oliver Burkeman The Sleep Book by Dr. Guy Meadows Hello Habits by Fumio Sasaki How to Fail at Almost Everything and Still Win Big Unlearn by Humble The Poet Nervous Energy by Chloe Carmichael  The Wisdom of Sundays by Oprah Winfrey  A New Earth by Eckhart Tolle    

Trigger warning: today's episode discusses obsessive compulsive disorders, addiction and self-harm   Today we're exploring the impact that social media-gazing is having on our collective conscience. What does all of that comparing do to our brains, really? And is the rise in body-focussed repetitive behaviors and self-harm connected? Joining us to answer our deepest inner beauty questions is neuroscientist and addiction psychologist Dr. Jud Brewer – aka Dr. Jud – author of the New York Times best-selling book, “Unwinding Anxiety: New Science Shows How to Break the Cycles of Worry and Fear to Heal Your Mind” and executive medical director of behavioral health at Sharecare, the digital health company behind the breakthrough Unwinding Anxiety app.   In Today's Episode We Find Out:   What scientists know – and don't yet know – about the impact of social media on our mental health  Whether celebrities and influencers who share self-harm journeys on social media is helpful, or hurtful The #1 question to ask to find out whether your everyday habit has entered addiction territory Useful tools for thinking about, and overcoming “trending” addictions like excessive phone time and plastic surgery Why Dr. Jud sees anxiety as a habit, and how to break it   Get social with us and let us know what you think of the episode! Find us on Instagram, Tiktok, Twitter. Join our private Facebook group, or give us a call and leave us a voicemail at 1-844-227-0302.    For any products or links mentioned in this episode, check out our website: https://breakingbeautypodcast.com/episode-recaps/ PROMO CODES: When you support our sponsors, you support the creation of Breaking Beauty Podcast!    OUAI   The OUAI to healthy hair starts with the scalp. Shop OUAI's all-new Scalp Serum by going to theouai.com and use code BEAUTY to get 15% off your entire purchase.   CLINIQUE Clinique Even Better Clinical Serum Foundation is formulated with 3 serum technologies that visibly reduce dark spots, brighten and hydrate skin. Don't call it makeup. This is skincare in *just* your shade. Find your shade today at Clinique.com.   MACY'S Macy's Great Shoe Sale is here just in time to debut your fall statement shoes. Buy one pair, get 30% off, and buy two pairs, get 40% off. The Great Shoe Sale is only happening from October 5th to October 12th, so head on over to macys.com/shoes.     *Disclaimer: Unless otherwise stated, all products reviewed are gratis media samples submitted for editorial consideration.*   Hosts: Carlene Higgins and Jill Dunn Theme song, used with permission: Cherry Bomb by Saya
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Whether it's the struggle to reduce screen time or the battle against overeating sugar, many of us know how hard it is to kick unhelpful habits. And according to Judson Brewer, MD, PhD, the best-selling author of The Craving Mind, it's not so much about willpower as it is about mindfulness. On this episode, the director of research and innovation at Brown University's Mindfulness Center explains what happens in the brain when we break and form habits. He also shares habit-mapping tools, acronyms and reframing techniques that can help anyone take better control of their behaviors — for good.   Learn MoreWatch Dr Jud's famous TED Talk and download his mindfulness apps on his website.Explore more of his research through his books, The Craving Mind and Unwinding Anxiety.Make a habit out of making good habits — check out this Trained episode featuring behavior scientist BJ Fogg.

In today's episode, we cover anxiety with Dr. Judson Brewer. Jud is the Director of Research and Innovation at the Mindfulness Center and associate professor in Behavioral and Social Sciences at the School of Public Health and Psychiatry at the School of Medicine at Brown University, as well as head of behavioral health at Sharecare. Anxiety can make anyone's life more difficult, but you can take steps to minimize or eliminate it altogether—so how are your habits and thought processes making your anxiety worse, and what can you do to take back control of your life? What to Listen For Introduction – 0:00 What common misconceptions do people have about anxiety? How do habits and anxiety play off each other and what can we do to prevent our habits from creating crippling anxiety? Taking back control from our environment and biology – 12:51 What can you do to overcome the influence our environments and biology have on amping up our anxiety? What simple exercise can you do to stop bad habits and when should you do it? What question can you ask yourself if you want to stop binging or over indulging? Is anxiety stopping you from pursuing positive activities? – 34:56 What can you do if your anxiety is getting in the way of doing things that are good for you? How can bringing awareness to your anxiety help you to get your life back from anxiety dictating your actions? The danger and harm caused by worrying – 49:20 What is going on when you worry and how does it impact your behaviors? What can you do if you're constantly worrying? In ancient times, anxiety was useful for teaching us what we should be concerned about. But in the modern world, we are bombarded with a million things everyday that we “should” worry about. Between notifications on our smartphones, the news, that overflowing email inbox, and everything we see on social media, the anxiety can be overwhelming. As a result, we tend to develop habits as a way of coping with the anxiety, and those habits can lead to even worse anxiety. A Word From Our Sponsors Do you LOVE the toolbox episodes? Did you know that every week we give a LIVE mini-toolbox lesson inside our Private Facebook Group? Best of all it is FREE to join. Join today and get access to all of our live training and level up your communication, leadership, influence and persuasion skills. With 14,000 members it's a great place to network, learn and overcome any obstacle that's in your way. Did you know that you can get the whole Art of Charm catalogue when you subscribe to Stitcher Premium using our link? That's 15 years of podcasts featuring expert guests and toolbox episodes! Sign up today and use Code “CHARM” to get a free month! Resources from this Episode Dr. Brewer's website Unwinding Anxiety: New Science Shows How to Break the Cycles of Worry and Fear to Heal Your Mind by Dr. Judson Brewer Check in with AJ and Johnny! AJ on Instagram Johnny on Instagram The Art of Charm on Instagram The Art of Charm on YouTube