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

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

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What We Discuss:

00:00Intro

01:11Get to Know the Brain's Potential

02:10What Makes a Healthy Brain?

04:35The Complexity of the Brain

06:12Scientific Difference Between Anxiety and Stress

09:42Breathing Techniques for Anxiety

15:36The Dangers of Chronic Stress

17:34Protect Your Brain from Stress and Anxiety

19:38What's Your Morning Routine?

21:39Exercise Promotes Better Brain Function

23:36Staying Focused Takes Effort

26:34Start Small to Build a Habit

28:38Everyday Anxiety Versus Anxiety Disorder

33:05How to Look at Anxiety Differently

36:24Approaching Grief with Positivity

40:03How Resilient is the Brain?

42:57Emotional Trauma 

45:19Can We Resilience Against Trauma?

47:29The Joy Conditioning

52:32The Classic Growth Mindset

57:13What Happens in the Brain During Healing 

01:00:20The 5 Pillars of Better Brain Health

01:05:48Find a Natural Place of Community Gathering

01:07:43Develop the Love for Learning

01:11:37Your Brain is Beautiful

01:14:04Does Positive Affirmation Work?

01:15:054 Things That Make Memories Stick

01:19:35How to Strengthen Your Memory

01:20:47Wendy 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

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