MSP279. Inverting The Happiness Index.

Matt Armitage, Founder, Kulturpop

26-Apr-24 11:00

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On this episode, Rich and Matt delve into the surprising potential benefits of anxiety. You might think anxiety is purely negative, but what if it could actually be harnessed as a powerful tool?

Recent research suggests that reframing how we view anxiety could unlock its hidden advantages. Instead of seeing it as a hindrance, scientists are finding that the heightened awareness and energy that anxiety brings can help people make better decisions, boost performance, and even fuel positive change.

From using eco-anxiety to drive climate activism, to channeling nervous energy into focused thinking before a big presentation, researchers are uncovering ways to turn anxiety's negatives into positives. We'll explore the science behind this counterintuitive idea and hear real-world examples of people putting anxiety's power to work.

Produced by: Richard Bradbury

Presented by: Richard Bradbury

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Categories: technology, markets, wellness

Tags: anxiety, awareness,

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