Anxiety is something that reaches more people than we realize. It's something that touches us in so many different ways, and it’s crucial to learn where it comes from, to understand how it influences us, and how can we begin to take control over our past experiences that trigger it. We wanted to make it easier for you to get all the information you need related to overcoming this feeling, so we worked on a book called, “Conquer Anxiety”, that’s designed to do just that. Co-authoring with us is Jon Skidmore, a licensed psychologist and a professor at Brigham Young University, who has an amazing background in helping people through anxiety and all kinds of performance anxiety-related issues. Today, we invited him to share some powerful insights into understanding the basics of how our brain functions, and why we’re sometimes driven by fears that create powerful anxieties that get in our way throughout the journey of becoming our best. Jon is committed to getting the psychological skills of peak performance and mental toughness into the hands of performers of all ages and stages. Listen to Episode 233 of Becoming Your Best to learn how the book he wrote alongside with us can help you get a clearer view on the triggers that activate the flight response that stops you from achieving greatness.  Questions I ask: Why do we experience anxiety in the first place, as human beings? (02:41) There is an assessment in Chapter 2 of our book “Conquer Anxiety”. Why is it so important for people to take it before they jump to learning the other different techniques? (08:41) As you see and meet with people on a daily basis, what are some of the most common recurring things that you see? (16:39) In this episode, you will learn:  The importance of knowing that you activate your anxiety faster than you can deactivate it. (04:25) The way our adult fears and anxiety triggers are deeply rooted in our childhood experiences. (05:35)  How our brain tends to first see the negative in a situation. (10:55) The benefits of doing the assessment in chapter 2 of the book “Conquer Anxiety”. (14:36) The five stages of peak performance that will help you conquer your anxieties. (15:36) The distinction between positive and negative visualization & How they both impact our lives. (18:54) The importance of designing a mindset when we create our visions. (20:46) Facing the anxieties and the fears that you have expands your world and your possibilities. (24:52) Connect with Jon: LinkedIn Website Becoming Your Best Resources: Becoming Your Best Website Becoming Your Best University Website Becoming Your Best Library Email: support@becomingyourbest.com   Book: Becoming Your Best: The 12 Principles of Highly Successful Leaders Book: Conquer Anxiety: How to Overcome Anxiety and Optimize Your Performance  Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.