Wendy Suzuki: 2 Powerful Tools To Use When You Feel Stressed Out (This Will Lower Your Anxiety in 1 Minute)

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What’s one thing that’s been stressing you out lately? Have you noticed any physical signs of stress in your body? 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.  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. 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. In this interview, you'll learn: How to Reduce Stress and Anxiety Through Breathwork How to Use Movement to Improve Brain Health How to Identify Your Personal Stress Cues How to Build Resilience After Trauma How to Create a Morning Routine for Mental Clarity How to Foster Meaningful Social Connections for Brain Health Instead of letting stress and anxiety control you, start taking small, intentional steps to rewire your mind for resilience, clarity, and joy. With Love and Gratitude, Jay Shetty Join over 750,000 people to receive my most transformative wisdom directly in your inbox every single week with my free newsletter. Subscribe here. Join Jay for his first ever, On Purpose Live Tour! Tickets are on sale now. Hope to see you there! What We Discuss: 00:00 Intro 01:11 Get to Know the Brain's Potential 02:10 What Makes a Healthy Brain? 04:35 The Complexity of the Brain 06:12 Scientific Difference Between Anxiety and Stress 09:42 Breathing Techniques for Anxiety 15:36 The Dangers of Chronic Stress 17:34 Protect Your Brain from Stress and Anxiety 19:38 What's Your Morning Routine? 21:39 Exercise Promotes Better Brain Function 23:36 Staying Focused Takes Effort 26:34 Start Small to Build a Habit 28:38 Everyday Anxiety Versus Anxiety Disorder 33:05 How to Look at Anxiety Differently 36:24 Approaching Grief with Positivity 40:03 How Resilient is the Brain? 42:57 Emotional Trauma  45:19 Can We Resilience Against Trauma? 47:29 The Joy Conditioning 52:32 The Classic Growth Mindset 57:13 What Happens in the Brain During Healing  01:00:20 The 5 Pillars of Better Brain Health 01:05:48 Find a Natural Place of Community Gathering 01:07:43 Develop the Love for Learning 01:11:37 Your Brain is Beautiful 01:14:04 Does Positive Affirmation Work? 01:15:05 4 Things That Make Memories Stick 01:19:35 How to Strengthen Your Memory 01:20:47 Wendy on Final Five  Episode Resources: Wendy Suzuki | Website Wendy Suzuki | Flickr Wendy Suzuki | Instagram  Wendy Suzuki | Facebook  Wendy Suzuki | LinkedIn Good Anxiety: Harnessing the Power of the Most Misunderstood Emotion See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices