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Andrew Huberman
03/08/21
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The stress response is generic and activates certain systems while shutting down others, leading to physiological changes like increased heart rate and blood flow to muscles.
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Tools for Managing Stress & Anxiety
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03/08/21
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Andrew Huberman
03/08/21
@ Andrew Huberman
Stress is a generalized system designed to mobilize other systems in the brain and body, not just a response to threats like animal attacks.
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Andrew Huberman
03/08/21
@ Andrew Huberman
The stress response involves the release of neurochemicals like acetylcholine and epinephrine, which prepare the body for action.
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Andrew Huberman
03/08/21
@ Andrew Huberman
The parasympathetic nervous system, which helps calm the body, has specific entry points that can be activated to reduce stress quickly.
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Andrew Huberman
03/08/21
@ Andrew Huberman
Stressors can be psychological or physical, and the body's response to them is the same, regardless of the source of stress.
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Andrew Huberman
03/08/21
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The short-term stress response, often called the acute stress response, is designed to combat all stressors and can enhance immunity and focus.
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Andrew Huberman
03/08/21
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The physiological sigh is the fastest way to eliminate a stressful response in the body, making it an effective tool for managing stress in real time.
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Andrew Huberman
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Adrenaline is released rapidly into the body in response to stress, increasing alertness and energy levels almost instantly.
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Andrew Huberman
03/08/21
@ Andrew Huberman
Short-term stress can enhance your immune system by releasing adrenaline, which helps combat infections and primes your body for action.
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Andrew Huberman
03/08/21
@ Andrew Huberman
There are non-prescription compounds that can modulate the stress system, which can be beneficial during times of chronic stress.