cover of episode 65. How to Change Bad Habits and Overcome Addiction with Dr. Judson Brewer

65. How to Change Bad Habits and Overcome Addiction with Dr. Judson Brewer

2021/3/10
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The Fit Mess: A Men's Mental Health Podcast

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In this episode, we’re joined by Dr. Judson Brewer. He is a renowned psychiatrist and neuroscientist, and director of research and innovation at Brown University’s Mindfulness Center. We talk with him about his new book, Unwinding Anxiety: New Science Shows How to Break the Cycles of Worry and Fear to Heal Your Mind.  He shares why anxiety can become a ‘habit loop’ and offers ways to break it

) In this episode, you’ll learn:

  • Simple ways to break a bad habit
  • How our habits influence anxiety
  • Why willpower isn’t enough
  • How to hack your brain’s reward system
  • Simple steps to overcome anxiety and addiction
  • How to Break the Cycles of Worry and Fear

Resources Dr. Jud’s Website)

Book: Unwinding Anxiety: New Science Shows How to Break the Cycles of Worry and Fear to Heal Your Mind )

Apps: Eat Right Now) / Unwinding Anxiety) / To Quit)