Anxiety is not just in your head—it’s in your body.

In this powerful episode, I sit down with Dr. Ellen Vora, a board-certified psychiatrist, acupuncturist, yoga teacher, and author of The Anatomy of Anxiety. Ellen shares how most of what we call “anxiety” is actually the body’s way of signaling imbalance—whether from blood sugar, sleep, hormones, or unprocessed emotions. Together, we unpack how to distinguish between false anxiety (avoidable and physiological) and true anxiety (aligned with your deeper purpose)—and how to heal from both.

This conversation will shift the way you think about mental health, and leave you with tangible tools to reclaim calm, clarity, and balance.

What you'll get out of this episode… 

• The hidden link between your blood sugar and your anxiety spikes

• Why your gut may be the real cause of brain fog, worry, and panic

• The two types of anxiety you need to know about—and how to address them differently

• How modern habits like scrolling at night are rewiring your nervous system

• Simple shifts you can make today to prevent spiraling into stress

• The surprising way anxiety might actually guide you to your purpose

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Connect with Ellen

WEB / https://ellenvora.com

IG / https://www.instagram.com/ellenvoramd

BOOK / https://www.amazon.com/Anatomy-Anxiety-Understanding-Overcoming-Response/dp/0063075091/ 

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IG / @neetabhushan 

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Dr. Neeta Bhushan is a 5x award-winning author, emotional health advocate, and host of The Brave Table podcast. CEO of Highest Self Institute and author of That Sucked, Now What, she’s been featured in Forbes, ABC, and more. A former dentist turned global speaker, Neeta’s work blends psychology, ancient wisdom, and resilience from her own life experiences. She's also a mom, wellness lover, and chai enthusiast.