Loving Wellness

32. The Anatomy of Anxiety & Taking a Holistic Approach to Mental Health with Dr. Ellen Vora, MD


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I’m SO excited to share this episode with you all- today’s guest is a really special one and this ep is one of my very favorites. In today's episode, I'm talking to Dr. Ellen Vora, MD, an NYC-based board-certified psychiatrist, acupuncturist, yoga teacher, and author of best-selling book, The Anatomy of Anxiety. Dr. Vora is known for her unique approach to mental health, and she is also a sought-after speaker and writer on mental health. Her work has been featured in publications such as The New York Times, MindBodyGreen, and Goop. Dr. Vora believes that by understanding the underlying causes of mental health issues, patients can achieve true healing and lasting wellness. Her work has personally helped ME so much, and I know it has also helped so many others achieve better mental health and happier, more fulfilling lives. In this episode, we chat about:

  • How Dr. Vora adopted a holistic approach to psychiatry after her conventional training 
  • The difference between “false” and “true” anxiety
  • How our biological stress response plays into our mental health
  • Why we should cry more often
  • Lifestyle habits that may be causing your anxiety 
  • Incorporating more animal protein into our diets for better mental and physical health
  •   The truth about the effects of caffeine, alcohol, and gluten on anxiety levels
  •   Dr. Vora’s unique take on body positivity and intuitive eating
  •   Starting small and being gentle with yourself when it comes to lifestyle changes
  •   How to learn what your true anxiety is actually telling you
  • The current state of social media and mental health 
  • ...and so much more!

    For more from Dr. Vora:
    https://ellenvora.comhttps://www.instagram.com/ellenvoramd/

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