'Anxiety is not the enemy': NYU neurologist explains how uncomfortable emotions can become your strength

NYU neuroscientist Dr. Wendy Suzuki, in a conversation with Jay Shetty shared on Instagram, urges a shift in how people view anxiety. She explains that anxiety is a normal, protective emotion found on a broad spectrum, becoming clinical only when it disrupts daily life. Dr. Suzuki encourages embracing anxiety as a teacher that can enhance awareness and resilience. Her message emphasizes understanding uncomfortable emotions rather than suppressing them to support healthier emotional wellbeing.