Why anxiety is a superpower

焦虑是一种超能力

Life Kit

2025-09-23

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As bad as it feels, anxiety is essential, says psychotherapist Britt Frank, author of The Science of Stuck. It can be a helpful warning signal that something is off, or even dangerous. But when anxiety hits, it's hard to remember its importance. In this episode, Frank explains what we can do for feel more centered when we anxiety makes us feel overwhelmed -- so we can listen to what it's telling us. This episode was originally published on May 23, 2023. Follow us on Instagram: @nprlifekitSign up for our newsletter here.Have an episode idea or feedback you want to share? Email us at lifekit@npr.orgSupport the show and listen to it sponsor-free by signing up for Life Kit+ at plus.npr.org/lifekit Learn more about sponsor message choices: podcastchoices.com/adchoices NPR Privacy Policy
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  • If you've ever had anxiety, it can feel like your body is under attack.

  • Your mind is racing.

  • Maybe your heart's pounding or your palms are sweating,

  • your stomach hurts, your skin gets red and hot.

  • Psychotherapist Britt Frank says she gets it.

  • Anxiety feels awful and it can be debilitating.

  • I've had anxiety issues my whole life, but anxiety doesn't attack us.

  • Frank is the author of the book, The Science of Stuck,

  • and she specializes in something called somatic experiencing.

  • Which is a very fancy way to say that you have a brain attached to a body and your body does things.

  • Frank says anxiety can actually be like the check engine light of your brain.