How to Stop Intrusive Voices | Dr. Ethan Kross & Dr. Andrew Huberman

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Dr. Andrew Huberman and Dr. Ethan Kross discuss the neuroscience behind intrusive thoughts, why they’re a natural part of brain function, and how to manage them effectively using focus, cognitive tools, and emotional regulation strategies. Dr. Ethan Kross is a professor of psychology at the University of Michigan, director of the Emotion & Self-Control Laboratory, and author of the bestselling book Chatter. Dr. Andrew Huberman is a tenured professor of neurobiology and ophthalmology at Stanford University School of Medicine and host of the Huberman Lab podcast. Watch the full episode: https://youtu.be/Og56hmAspV8?si=-0_4OBtpGnfdKh_A Show notes: https://go.hubermanlab.com/kgs7A7i *Timestamps* 00:00 How to Stop Intrusive Voices? 00:46 Understanding the Origins of Intrusive Voices 01:44 Normalizing Dark Thoughts 02:30 Dr. Kross' Intrusive Thoughts: Gym 03:10 Brain's Simulation of Worst-Case Scenarios 04:00 Reframing Intrusive Thoughts 06:06 Evaluating Risk & Consequence: Alex Honold 07:50 Dr. Kross Intrusive Thoughts: Family 09:01 Directing Attention: Dr. Huberman's Bull Dog 10:12 Tool: Flow States & Mental Focus 11:52 Sweet Spot Between Challenges & Resources #HubermanLab #EthanKross #IntrusiveVoices #IntrusiveThoughts #DarkThoughts Disclacimer & Disclosures: https://www.hubermanlab.com/disclaimer