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1. 1128: Healing the Modern Brain: Dr. Drew Ramsey on Mental Fitness and Anxiety Part 2 Gina Ryan 25:15

In today’s episode, Gina shares part two of her interview with Dr. Drew Ramsey, nutritional psychiatrist and author interested in helping people enhance their Mental Health through building up their mental fitness. Some of the core principles of mental fitness are outlined in this episode. Listen in and begin building up your own mental fitness today!

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Chapters

0:43 Introduction to Anxiety Coaches Podcast

2:21 The Role of Self-Awareness

3:09 The Impact of Alcohol on Mental Health

5:39 Nutrition for Mental Health

7:48 Urban Living and Mental Wellness

10:19 Connection and Community’s Importance

13:20 Neuroplasticity and Mental Resilience

13:55 Understanding Anxiety as a Superpower

17:37 Nutrition Strategies for Anxiety

19:17 Conclusion and Next Steps

Summary

In this episode of the Anxiety Coaches Podcast, I engage in a compelling continuation of my discussion with Dr. Drew Ramsey. We delve deeper into the intricate relationship between self-awareness and mental health, emphasizing that this crucial skill requires continuous nurturing throughout different life stages. Through the lens of Dr. Ramsey’s book, “Healing the Modern Brain,” we explore scientifically-backed strategies for enhancing self-awareness, notably the practice of journaling. Dr. Ramsey articulates how self-reflective processes, such as journaling, can activate our prefrontal cortex—a vital area of the brain linked to decision-making and executive functioning. He shares practical advice for incorporating journaling into our daily routines, pointing out how just a few minutes can significantly enhance our emotional Clarity and mental fitness.

We also discuss real-world applications and personal anecdotes that highlight the transformative power of self-awareness. One particularly poignant story involves Charlotte, a woman whose pandemic-driven drinking habits led her to seek help. Through self-awareness and a structured accountability process, she achieved remarkable change, illustrating how building awareness can lay the foundation for recovery from challenges such as substance abuse. The conversation invites listeners to consider their own mental health journeys and the pivotal role self-awareness plays in them.

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Gina Ryan is the producer and host of the top 50 Mental Health shows on Apple Podcast -The Anxiety Coaches Podcast. Gina is a Nutritionist and coach who, in 1993, opened New Health Natural Products in NY and also struggled with stress, anxiety, and panic for over 20 years.

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