Mindfulness and Modern Anxiety
The conversation dives into the evolutionary wiring that drives our constant worry about the future, even in a seemingly safe world. It highlights the irony of our advanced cognitive abilities, which, while protective, can lead to a cycle of anxiety. Techniques like meditation and mindfulness are emerging as powerful tools to help us reconnect with the present and counteract our ingrained tendencies to forecast danger.In this clip
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Jason Silva: Break the Cycle of Fear and Doubt with Lewis Howes
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