10% Happier with Dan Harris How to Break Your Anxiety Habit | Judson Brewer (2021)
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Jan 26, 2022 
Dr. Judson Brewer, a psychiatrist and mindfulness expert, shares insights on unwinding anxiety as a learned habit. He delves into distinguishing worry from awareness, emphasizing the role of mindfulness in managing anxiety. Brewer discusses various anxiety levels and introduces the GAD7 questionnaire for self-assessment. He highlights practical strategies from his book, 'Unwinding Anxiety,' while encouraging curiosity and self-compassion as tools for emotional well-being. The conversation also touches on embracing discomfort as a pathway for personal growth.
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Anxiety-Driven Eating
- Judson Brewer shares a patient's story of anxiety driving overeating.
- By mapping anxiety habit loops, the patient lost weight and reduced anxiety.
Mapping Habit Loops
- Map out your anxiety habit loops, including related habits like drinking or watching Netflix.
- This helps identify triggers, behaviors, and results, increasing awareness.
Awareness and Reward Value
- Awareness updates reward values associated with behaviors, like overeating.
- This can lead to disenchantment with old behaviors, as described in Buddhist psychology.
