How to Calm Your Anxiety, From a Neuroscientist | The Way We Work, a TED series

What if you could transform your anxiety into something you can actually use during your work day? Neuroscientist Wendy Suzuki shares two evidence-based activities -- breathing and movement -- that can soothe your nervous system and fuel creativity and connection.

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[vegass]

1. Deeep breathe
2. Move your body with positive affirmations
3. Empathy ❤

[someonerandomhere]

When a neuroscientist says more empathy is what society needs most today, you listen... Everyone is too self focused; and of course, when you only think about your problems, they become huge and anxiety inducing.
Just be kinder, truly listen, give your mom a hand. Just look a little beyond yourself. Breathing and exercise do wonders, but it's empathy that really reframes your mind.

[DragonXoz]

When I have panic attacks, i immediately stand up, put my phone on the bed, and start walking around the house nonstop for hours. It works dreams. My anxiety is strong so I have to walk for hours on end but even standing helps. Best thing you can do. Walk, and get outside or look outside.

[aaron]

Is anyone anxious while watching this XD.

[nias]

❤ No coffee helped me a lot, too. And I think it's worth mentioning that these tips cannot replace therapy when needed.

[dungsil]

I love how Dr. Suzuki talks. Undoubtedly the contents of the talks are great but I feel instantly better just listening to her because of her enthusiasm and energy. Thanks, Dr. Suzuki!

[sptipqk]

i’ve had anxiety since i was a small child, and i can definitely confirm that it has caused me to be more empathetic.

[yukikowu]

I love this woman. I watched her TED talk years ago about physical movement and it’s a great one.

[nomlas]

I love this woman! Her voice and speaking presence. Super cool human

[normaquesada]

Thanks a lot for this information.😊 I find it useful and easy to do. Also I love your happy and enthusiastic way of conveying this advice.

[dmb]

The "move your body" is so, so true. If you think about it, what else can you do when you heart suddenly starts beating super fast? Make it beat faster. Do push-ups, go running, anything to move your body. When I get caught off guard, that's what's been working for me

[alexchan]

So glad I came across your video. The suggestions are simple yet practical. Many thanks 😘

[mykytapysarevskyi]

It is amazing! We need School lectures like that! Thank you Upwork, a lot of useful tips, sometimes people pay for $400 bucks and do not get the tools mentioned. Thank you Upwork!

[sealswimswim]

Wendy Susuki and Amanda Burden are my favorite speakers on TED. Their enthusiastic research is enlightening, but surprisingly healthy and accessible.

[tonightbeautifulable]

The benefits of exercises you mentioned it. That was amazing.

[kab]

I just bought Healthy Brain, Happy Life. Thanks for your grounded insights Dr. Suzuki. Cheers from 🇨🇦

[maeleenhurley]

You go lady! Very helpful. I didn’t have anxiety until mid-life and it changed my life.

[MUSICISDEVINE]

Wonderful encouraging scientific information to help us be kinder and more resilient human beings. Thank you😊

[aasthavarma]

Breathe, Move and Take note of what anxiety is signalling - This is the most powerful and beautiful takeway I have had since longest time. Thank you !

[coco_n_joe]

Like the fact that it is a practical guide for well being and long term effects! Thank you!