348: How to dispel anxious energy | psychologist Chloe Carmichael, Ph.D.

Chloe Carmichael, Ph.D.: “There's a healthy level of [anxiety] that can be protective. We just need to learn how to use it properly.” Carmichael, a licensed clinical psychologist, joins mbg co-CEO, Jason Wachob, to discuss how to better direct your anxious energy, plus: - How to let go of perfectionism - What to ask when shopping for a therapist - How to practice mindfulness in the moment - The best yoga pose when you're feeling anxious - How to mindfully drink alcohol Referenced in the episode: - Carmichael's book, Nervous Energy: Harness the Power of Your Anxiety. - Carmichael's blog post on how to find your alcohol sweet spot . - Access Carmichael's free worksheets . - A study showing too aspirational affirmations can cause more insecurity in people . - Carmichael's Insider's Club . - Read Carmichael's articles on mbg . Enjoy this episode! Whether it's an article or podcast, we want to know what we can do to help here at mindbodygreen. Let us know at: podcast@mindbodygreen.com . Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices