In this episode of The Greatness Machine, Darius sits down with Dr. Wendy Suzuki to talk about the transformative power of anxiety, the neuroscience behind it, and how we can turn discomfort into a driving force for personal and professional success. This conversation will also highlight the importance of human interactions in maintaining social relationships and how nurturing these connections can foster resilience in challenging times.

In this episode, Dr. Wendy and I talked about:

• Neuroplasticity and the brain’s ability to adapt and change
• Dr. Wendy’s five tips for maintaining a healthy brain
• The influence of technology on social interactions
• The importance of human interaction in understanding body language, emotions, and facial expressions
• Managing difficult emotions in face-to-face situations
• The impact of physical proximity on social relationships
• Differences between the sympathetic and parasympathetic nervous systems
• Harmful effects of prolonged sympathetic nervous system activation
• Breathwork as an effective technique for calming the mind and body
• Dr. Wendy’s concept of “Good Anxiety” and how to harness it
• Using gratitude as a tool to manage anxiety
• Dr. Wendy introduces “microflow” for achieving focus and productivity
• And other topics…

Meet Dr. Wendy:

Dr. Wendy Suzuki is a celebrated neuroscientist, professor, and author, known for her research on neuroplasticity and the effects of physical exercise on brain function. As a professor of Neural Science and Psychology at New York University, she focuses on how aerobic exercise can enhance cognitive functions such as learning, memory, and emotional resilience. Dr. Suzuki’s popular books, including Good Anxiety: Harnessing the Power of the Most Misunderstood Emotion, explore the science of brain health and provide accessible insights on harnessing exercise to improve mental well-being. She is a prominent voice in neurobiology, making complex science practical and inspiring for audiences worldwide.

Meet Darius: 

Darius is your host of The Greatness Machine. Darius is a mad scientist, high-growth CEO, serial entrepreneur, author, conscious capitalist, speaker, and entertainer. Darius is on a quest to create 1,000,000 Core Value Driven Organization by 2030. He is calling this “The Core Value Revolution.” Darius is an alumni of the Birthing of Giants Entrepreneurial Program at MIT and Stagen Integral Leadership Program. Darius’s accolades include being ranked #9 Top Rated CEO in America on Glassdoor, has won numerous Stevie Awards, and has founded and grown organizations that have been ranked #40 in the Inc. 500 and were ranked #3 Best Places to Work By the San Francisco Business Time. He is all about the P’s: Passion, Pizza, Puzzles, and, especially, Pink Unicorns. His book, The Core Value Equation, is an Amazon #1 Best Seller and is available at www.thecorevalueequation.com.

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