Emotional Longevity

Why Your Brain Feels Fried (And the Tiny Reset That Breaks the Loop)


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Ever feel like your brain is just... fried? You’re not alone—and it’s not a personal failure. It’s your nervous system trying to keep up in a world that never shuts off. In this solo episode of The Emotional Longevity Podcast, Dr. Elisha Goldstein breaks down why we get stuck in emotional loops of anxiety, fatigue, and self-doubt—and how to interrupt them with one small, research-backed shift. If you're stuck in overthinking, checking your inbox 100 times a day, or constantly bracing for what's next—this episode is your reset. Dr. Goldstein shares: What “anxious loops” really are (and how they form) The neuroscience of burnout and identity fusion Why naming your loop can instantly give you more space and choice A 3-step daily reset grounded in behavioral science to rewire calm, clarity, and control These are tiny shifts that build real momentum—and might just save your brain from the burnout spiral.


In this episode, we explore:

  • Why Your Brain Feels Fried
  • The Anxiety Loop Explained
  • When Preparation Becomes Obsession
  • Identity Fusion and “I’m Just an Anxious Person” 
  • The Tiny Shift That Breaks the Loop
  • How to Practice the Reset Daily



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