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Episode Synopsis
In this episode, we dive deep into the world of anxiety—what it is, how it manifests, and most importantly, how to overcome it. Drawing from personal experiences in high-stakes Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu competitions, neuroscience insights, and practical tools, you'll learn how to manage both situational and generalized anxiety.Discover the difference between fear and anxiety, why even elite athletes and professionals experience it, and how our brain chemistry plays a crucial role. We explore actionable strategies including mindfulness, journaling, and even cold exposure, all backed by science and real-life stories.Whether you're facing a big competition, a work presentation, or just everyday stress, this episode offers practical advice and inspiration to help you conquer anxiety and live your best life.Links for Show notes:Rickson Graciehttps://www.ricksongracie.com/https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Rickson_GracieRigan Machadohttps://www.theacademybeverlyhills.com/instructors/rigan-machado/Yerkes-Dodson Lawhttps://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Yerkes%E2%80%93Dodson_lawThe Monster Who Grew Smallhttps://eng.1sept.ru/article.php?ID=200702212Writing About Testing Worries Boosts Exam Performance in the Classroomhttps://www.science.org/doi/10.1126/science.1199427Adapted cold shower as a potential treatment for depressionhttps://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/17993252/Music “Disambiguation” by Robel Borja https://open.spotify.com/artist/7j0DUZ79z4edeLkU2H1UoJ?si=eISl0YfaQ-yLThljs48j5AGet in touch! This episode was directed and presented by Dave Meyer, produced by Robbie Lockie, edited by Phil Marriott and music kindly provided by Robel Borja.
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