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Ep. 5: Monkey Mind Anxiety
Ep. 5: Monkey Mind Anxiety
Ep. 5: Monkey Mind Anxiety
Sunday 29th December 2013
Dan Smith and Dr. Luana Marques discuss anxiety's impact on mind and body, and the dangers of self-medication on Right Turn Radio Podcast.
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Get the buttons here!Taming the Anxiety Beast: Insights from Dan Smith and Dr. Luana Marques
You can live a normal life without this kind of irrational anxiety, absolutely so that you can really be in a place that the spider phobia is not running your life.
Ever feel like your mind is a wild monkey swinging from one anxious thought to another? In this episode of the Right Turn Radio Podcast, Dan Smith, author of the best-selling memoir 'Monkey Mind', and Dr. Luana Marques, Associate Professor of Psychology at Harvard Medical School, tackle the thorny issue of anxiety. Smith opens up about his personal journey, sharing how mindfulness, meditation, and even Buddhism have helped him manage his anxiety.
His therapist's advice to stay present and mindful has been a game-changer in his life. Dr. Marques brings her expertise to the table, explaining the physical sensations of anxiety and why self-medicating can be so dangerous. She emphasizes the need to face anxiety head-on rather than running from it. Together, they explore different treatment options, from cognitive-behavioral therapy to medication, offering a holistic view on managing this common yet debilitating condition.
Whether you're struggling with anxiety yourself or supporting someone who is, this episode offers valuable insights and practical advice to help tame the anxiety beast.