Unwinding Anxiety

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Judson Brewer, MD, PhD, is a renowned addiction psychiatrist and neuroscientist. He is director of research and innovation at the Mindfulness Center at Brown University, as well as being an associate professor at the university’s School of Public Health and the Medical School. His TED talk about breaking bad habits has been viewed over 16 million times.

Breaking free from destructive habits begins with understanding their psychological roots and cultivating a compassionate mindset. Habits often form as coping mechanisms to numb difficult emotions, and breaking them can feel discouraging, especially when progress seems slow. Self-criticism only reinforces negative cycles, while adopting a growth mindset allows setbacks to become opportunities for learning. Anxiety and worry, like other addictions, offer temporary relief but perpetuate harmful loops. Curiosity, particularly the childlike, interest-based kind, can disrupt these patterns by fostering a playful and open perspective. Mindfulness is another powerful tool, helping to interrupt autopilot behaviors and reassess the true rewards of actions. By observing habits without judgment and questioning their actual benefits, we can rewire our survival brains and weaken the grip of outdated reward systems. Change requires patience, self-awareness, and a willingness to embrace discomfort as part of the journey.

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