About this episode

Dr. Judson Brewer discusses how habits form and can be changed, emphasizing awareness over willpower in overcoming anxiety and stress.

“The coolest part is when my patients would say, ‘I did 15 years of therapy, and it didn't do anything, and I did your app and boom.’” Dave and Luke are joined by Dr. Judson Brewer, a neuroscientist and thought leader in the field of habit change, for a conversation on how habits form and how they can be changed. Rather than relying on willpower, Dr. Brewer introduces an approach rooted in understanding how the brain actually learns habits. He shares why so many people stay stuck in cycles of anxiety and avoidance, even when they know those behaviors aren’t helping. Dr. Brewer explores how awareness becomes the catalyst for change, and why learning to tune into your own experiences can lead to lasting improvements in mental fitness. Whether you're dealing with anxiety, stress habits, or just looking to better understand your mind, this conversation offers a fresh and practical perspective. Chapters [Start] Meet Dr. Judson Brewer: Dave and Luke introduce Dr. Judson Brewer and his work in anxiety and habit change. 08:37 Understanding Habit Loops: A breakdown of how habits are formed and what makes your brain get “stuck”. 18:20 Reward-Based Learning: The truth behind learned…

People in this episode

Hosts: Dave, Luke

Guest: Dr. Judson Brewer

Topics covered

• anxiety
• habit change
• mental fitness
• awareness
• behavioral science

Keywords

• anxiety
• habits
• willpower
• mental fitness
• neuroscience
• behavior change
• awareness

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