Nervous Energy: Harness the Power of Your Anxiety

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"A very helpful book and a must read!" -DANIEL G. AMEN, MD, founder, Amen Clinics, and New York Times bestselling author of Your Brain Is Always Listening Learn how to overcome anxiety by transforming it from an obstacle into an advantage. Nervous energy is something many of us are familiar with-it's the urge to double check our work, to create a tidy strategy for an overwhelming goal, or make a to-do list and tick every box neatly. But when work and life become more complex and unpredictable, when there isn't a straightforward to-do list or clear step by step solution, this nervous energy can spiral into anxiety and stress, becoming a roadblock to success. Instead of merely trying to overcome anxiety, Dr. Chloe Carmichael uses a combination of storytelling and step-by-step directions to share nine powerful tools thato help you harness this energy in a productive way. Based on her years of experience helping patients change their anxiety from a setback into an advantage, Nervous Energy offers: - A breakdown of three common nervous energy profiles - Step-by-step directions for implementing each of the nine tools in your life - Exercises, charts, and worksheets - Real-life stories and examples of people overcoming anxiety with these tools A must read for anyone feeling trapped by stress and anxiety, Nervous Energy is a practical guide to transforming anxiety and nervous energy into a powerful positive force.

DR. CHLOE CARMICHAEL graduated with honors from Columbia University and holds a doctorate from Long Island University. She is also a former adjunct college professor, yoga instructor, psychologist for the New York College of Podiatric Medicine, and co-chair of a committee for the New York Junior League. She has been published in various academic journals, and has been featured on VH1, Inside Edition, ABC Nightline, and other media. She lives in New York City.

"Anxiety and stress are the number one epidemic of modern civilization. Frequently, stressed people find themselves at the pinnacle of success at the cost of unhappy lives, fractured relationships, and unhealthy bodies. Their energy is wasted even though they may have an excess of it. If 'high energy' people learnt to harness their energy to go beyond reactive responses to modes of intuition, creativity, and emotional resilience, they would achieve even more by doing less and be happier and healthier. This book offers the tools they need. --Dr. Deepak Chopra, MD, New York Times bestselling author of The Seven Spiritual Laws of Success Dr. Chloe delivers countless concrete suggestions for people who want fast and simple tools to destress, manage emotions, and increase productivity. This book and its advice will absolutely change your life for the better!--Dave Kerpen, New York Times bestselling author of The Art of People Nervous Energy is a wonderful book. Dr. Chloe has an incredibly warm and engaging style that makes complex concepts feel simple and immediately useful. Vivid stories about how she has used the techniques in her own life both personally and professionally add a layer of vulnerability that makes the book come alive. This is a very helpful book and a must read! --Daniel G. Amen, MD, Founder, Amen Clinics, and New York Times bestselling author of The End of Mental Illness Nervous Energy is for the millions of Americans who consider themselves stressed, overwhelmed, or socially anxious. Through clear, engaging storytelling supported by practical advice, Dr. Chloe takes readers on an inspiring journey and helps them implement her science-based solutions into their lives. --Dr. Mike Dow, New York Times bestselling author of The Brain Fog Fix An engaging and easy-to-implement guide. --Publishers Weekly This book is a game changer because it teaches skills to understand and package natural anxiety in a positive way that improves how we think, feel, and act.--Jim McCann, Chairman and Founder of 1-800Flowers.com