Today I'm joined by Dr. Jud Brewer, one of the most respected names in the fields of anxiety, breaking habits, creating real change and the neuroscience behind it all.

Dr Jud is:

- Executive medical director of behavioral health at Sharecare.

- Associate Professor in Psychiatry at the school of medicine at Brown University.

- Research affiliate for MIT.

In this conversation we dive deep into some important and relevant topics, as well as 'geek out' a little bit around what's happening on a biological level.

This chat should arm you with the knowledge you need to drastically change your state! Particularly helpful at a time like right now, amidst the Covid-19 pandemic.

We cover:

What is happening in our brain when we feel anxious?

What are some of the main culprits causing heightened levels of anxiety in today's world?

Why is the Covid-19 situation having such an effect on our mental health as well?

What can we do it about it all, and best practices to calm our brain.

Why Facebook is like Heroin!

The power of mindfulness & meditation.

The importance of being 'curious' and training yourself to become 'aware'.

Plus much more. I hope you enjoy this episode!