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In this episode of Impact Theory, host Tom Bilyeu interviews Dr. Judd Brewer, who is the Director of Research and Innovation at the Mindfulness Center, an Associate Professor in Psychiatry at the School of Medicine at Brown University, and a research affiliate for MIT. The episode is filmed via Skype due to the quarantine caused by coronavirus. The discussion centers around anxiety during the pandemic. Dr. Brewer explains that fear responses are normal and healthy. However, when fear is combined with uncertainty, it can spiral out of control and cause anxiety. Social contagion, which is the spread of emotion from one person to another, can also increase anxiety and induce panic. Panic, in turn, causes our decision-making process to become irrational. The duo talks about how the notion of memes and how seeded ideas can spread rapidly. Ultimately, Dr. Brewer details how to use the habit loop triggers positive reinforcement and negative reinforcement to realign our minds and reduce anxiety.
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Summary of Description:
Tom interviews Behavioral Neuroscientist Jud Brewer on how to manage stress and anxiety during the Coronavirus pandemic. Jud offers a 30% discount on his app, Unwinding Anxiety, which is clinically proven to deal with stress and anxiety. Scholarships are also available for those who cannot pay.
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Staying Calm Amidst the Chaos: Tips from a Behavioral Neuroscientist
The Coronavirus pandemic has led to unprecedented levels of anxiety, fear, and uncertainty. People are struggling to cope with the rapid changes and disruption caused by the crisis. In such times of crisis, staying calm and composed is more important than ever. In this special edition of Impact Theory, Tom Bilyeu interviews Behavioral Neuroscientist Jud Brewer on how to keep your cool and stay grounded in the face of chaos.
Who is Jud Brewer?
Jud Brewer is a Behavioral Neuroscientist and Director of Research and Innovation at Brown University’s Mindfulness Center. He is also the Founder and CEO of MindSciences, an organization that develops digital therapeutics to help people manage anxiety, addiction and other mental health issues. With over 20 years of experience in the field of neuroscience and mindfulness, Jud is a leading expert on the science of mindfulness and habit change.
Understanding the Science of Anxiety
According to Jud, anxiety is a common emotion that is triggered when we perceive a threat or danger. This threat can be physical or psychological. In the case of the Coronavirus pandemic, the threat is both real and perceived. The constant barrage of news updates, social media posts, and government directives can amplify our sense of danger and unpredictability.
Jud explains that anxiety is essentially a habit loop in the brain. We perceive a threat, which triggers a cascade of physiological responses such as increased heart rate, sweating, and hypervigilance. These responses then reinforce the belief that something is wrong, which creates a vicious cycle of anxiety.
Breaking the Anxiety Habit Loop
To break the anxiety habit loop, Jud recommends the practice of mindfulness. Mindfulness involves directing our attention to the present moment, without judgment or distraction. By learning to become aware of our thoughts and feelings, we can start to change our relationship with them.
Jud’s clinical app, Unwinding Anxiety, is designed to help people break their anxiety habit loops. The app uses a combination of mindfulness training, cognitive therapy, and habit reversal techniques to help users build new habits that reduce their anxiety. The app has been clinically proven to reduce anxiety levels by up to 57%.
Individualized Support
As part of his commitment to helping people manage their anxiety during the Coronavirus pandemic, Jud is offering Impact Theory viewers a 30% discount on his apps, including Unwinding Anxiety. Users can go to https://www.unwindinganxiety.com/ and use the code “IMPACT30” for the discount. For those who are unable to pay for the apps, Jud’s organization provides scholarships and they can contact support@mindsciences.com for more information.
Conclusion
The Coronavirus pandemic has created a global crisis, but it has also presented an opportunity for people to develop new skills and practices for managing anxiety. By understanding the science of anxiety and utilizing behavioral therapy techniques such as mindfulness, people can break the habit loop that fuels their anxiety. With the help of Jud’s clinical app, Unwinding Anxiety, people can learn to stay calm amidst the chaos and lead a more peaceful life.
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With the Coronavirus pandemic bringing the world to a halt; on this special edition of Impact Theory, Tom interviews Behavioral Neuroscientist Jud Brewer on how to keep your cool in hectic times such as these.
Jud would like like to offer Impact Theory viewers a 30% discount on his apps including Unwinding Anxiety, Jud’s clinically proven app for dealing with stress and anxiety.
Go to https://www.unwindinganxiety.com/ and use code “IMPACT30” for 30% off.
If anyone needs the apps but is unable to pay, we do provide scholarships and they can contact us at support@mindsciences.com for details.
