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<p>Introducing Wendy Suzuki: 2 Powerful Tools To Use When You Feel Stressed Out (This Will Lower Your Anxiety in 1 Minute) from On Purpose with Jay Shetty.</p><p>Follow the show: <a href="https://www.iheart.com/podcast/867-on-purpose-with-jay-shetty-30589432/">On Purpose with Jay Shetty</a></p><p>What’s one thing that’s been stressing you out lately?</p> <p>Have you noticed any physical signs of stress in your body?</p> <p>Today, Jay with renowned neuroscientist, professor, and author Dr. Wendy Suzuki to explore the science of anxiety, stress, and resilience. Wendy is the author of Good Anxiety: Harnessing the Power of the Most Misunderstood Emotion and Healthy Brain, Happy Life, where she explores how movement, mindfulness, and positive habits can enhance brain function. </p> <p>Jay and Wendy discuss the physiological effects of chronic stress, how it impacts key brain regions like the hippocampus and prefrontal cortex, and why movement, breathwork, and mindfulness are essential for improving brain health. They also examine why so many people ignore their own stress cues and how simple daily habits can rewire the brain for greater well-being.</p> <p>Wendy opens up about her personal experience with grief, explaining that the flip side of anxiety and grief is deep love. She shares why embracing these emotions, rather than avoiding them, is key to healing. Jay also reflects on his own journey of overcoming anxiety and the mindset shifts that foster growth and resilience.</p> <p>In this interview, you'll learn:</p> <p>How to Reduce Stress and Anxiety Through Breathwork</p> <p>How to Use Movement to Improve Brain Health</p> <p>How to Identify Your Personal Stress Cues</p> <p>How to Build Resilience After Trauma</p> <p>How to Create a Morning Routine for Mental Clarity</p> <p>How to Foster Meaningful Social Connections for Brain Health</p> <p>Instead of letting stress and anxiety control you, start taking small, intentional steps to rewire your mind for resilience, clarity, and joy.</p> <p>With Love and Gratitude,</p> <p>Jay Shetty</p> <p><strong><em>Join over 750,000 people to receive my most transformative wisdom directly in your inbox every single week with my free newsletter. Subscribe </em></strong><a href="https://news.jayshetty.me/subscribe"><strong><em>here</em></strong></a><strong><em>.</em></strong></p> <p><strong><em>Join Jay for his first ever, On Purpose Live Tour! </em></strong><a href="http://jayshetty.me/tour"><strong><em>Tickets</em></strong></a><strong><em> are on sale now. Hope to see you there!</em></strong></p> <p><strong>What We Discuss:</strong></p> <p>00:00 Intro</p> <p>01:11 Get to Know the Brain's Potential</p> <p>02:10 What Makes a Healthy Brain?</p> <p>04:35 The Complexity of the Brain</p> <p>06:12 Scientific Difference Between Anxiety and Stress</p> <p>09:42 Breathing Techniques for Anxiety</p> <p>15:36 The Dangers of Chronic Stress</p> <p>17:34 Protect Your Brain from Stress and Anxiety</p> <p>19:38 What's Your Morning Routine?</p> <p>21:39 Exercise Promotes Better Brain Function</p> <p>23:36 Staying Focused Takes Effort</p> <p>26:34 Start Small to Build a Habit</p> <p>28:38 Everyday Anxiety Versus Anxiety Disorder</p> <p>33:05 How to Look at Anxiety Differently</p> <p>36:24 Approaching Grief with Positivity</p> <p>40:03 How Resilient is the Brain?</p> <p>42:57 Emotional Trauma </p> <p>45:19 Can We Resilience Against Trauma?</p> <p>47:29 The Joy Conditioning</p> <p>52:32 The Classic Growth Mindset</p> <p>57:13 What Happens in the Brain During Healing </p> <p>01:00:20 The 5 Pillars of Better Brain Health</p> <p>01:05:48 Find a Natural Place of Community Gathering</p> <p>01:07:43 Develop the Love for Learning</p> <p>01:11:37 Your Brain is Beautiful</p> <p>01:14:04 Does Positive Affirmation Work?</p> <p>01:15:05 4 Things That Make Memories Stick</p> <p>01:19:35 How to Strengthen Your Memory</p> <p>01:20:47 Wendy on Final Five </p> <p><strong>Episode Resources:</strong></p> <p>Wendy Suzuki | <a href="https://www.wendysuzuki.com/">Website</a></p> <p>Wendy Suzuki | <a href="https://www.flickr.com/people/138185675@N06/">Flickr</a></p> <p>Wendy Suzuki | <a href="https://www.instagram.com/wendy.suzuki/">Instagram</a> </p> <p>Wendy Suzuki | <a href="https://web.facebook.com/WendyASuzuki">Facebook</a> </p> <p>Wendy Suzuki | <a href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/wendy-suzuki-5a509411">LinkedIn</a></p> <p><a href="https://www.amazon.com/Good-Anxiety-Harnessing-Misunderstood-Emotion-ebook/dp/B08VJMHJKD?ref_=ast_author_dp&dib=eyJ2IjoiMSJ9.8rNcPpqUcZH_QEGlyHWphmP7UEtK79vokFjR75uozplOJHhBMwFu9NnYhLNQbrLikUv8LhU9agNb392eGeiNFw.rutnADQ7UmXxIyK_Nelkl4oYHZWi3jwEXlJpWrlVg-U&dib_tag=AUTHOR">Good Anxiety: Harnessing the Power of the Most Misunderstood Emotion</a></p><p>See <a href="https://omnystudio.com/listener">omnystudio.com/listener</a> for privacy information.</p><p>DISCLAIMER: Please note, this is an independent podcast episode not affiliated with, endorsed by, or produced in conjunction with the host podcast feed or any of its media entities. 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