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3.76 AVERAGE
3.76 AVERAGE
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Although Judson provides a ton of steps a person can take to limit anxiety and stress and worrying, at times he makes it seem easier than it really is.
A lot of the information and steps he provides would be extremely useful and should be tried out, but I would assume most people wouldn’t be able to just read this book and alone make a difference in their life.
A lot of the information and steps he provides would be extremely useful and should be tried out, but I would assume most people wouldn’t be able to just read this book and alone make a difference in their life.
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There's good info.. it just felt like an ad for an app.
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This book gave me a new framework for understanding anxiety—not as something to “solve” but as a habit loop the brain has learned over time. Judson Brewer blends neuroscience, mindfulness, and practical strategies in a way that’s approachable without feeling overly simplified. I especially appreciated the idea that even worrying can feel rewarding to the brain because it gives us a false sense of control. The RAIN technique (Recognize, Allow, Investigate, Note) was a helpful tool, as was the “hmm” tonal technique to transition from worry to curiosity as a bigger, better, offer.
That said, the science-y structure felt a little slow in parts, and some of the examples were repetitive. But overall, I’d recommend it to anyone who wants a science-backed, compassionate approach to working with—not against—anxiety.
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