170. Anxiety As A Solvable Equation Leadership in a Nutshell

Kenny Chapman discusses anxiety as a solvable equation. He introduces the equation anxiety equals uncertainty times powerlessness and suggests that anxiety is a feeling that is a multiplication of uncertainty and powerlessness. Chapman emphasizes that surrendering to the reality of constant change is key to mental and personal freedom.
 As leaders, Chapman believes it is important to help others evolve their consciousness and improve their happiness by improving internal communication and challenging beliefs that may contribute to anxiety. He encourages listeners to challenge the belief that they are anxious people and instead recognize that anxiety is a response to an event they did not have the tools to navigate with a different response. Chapman provides examples of how to manage anxiety, such as identifying areas of uncertainty and powerlessness and taking control of what can be controlled. He also emphasizes the importance of recognizing and changing belief systems around change.
 Chapman acknowledges that he is not giving advice on medication or minimizing the experiences of those who suffer from anxiety. Overall, he aims to help listeners improve themselves as individuals and as leaders by understanding and managing anxiety as a solvable equation.
0:00:45 Uncertainty in the world can lead to anxiety
0:02:55 Being a leader means having the opportunity to help evolve others' consciousness
0:04:08 Improving internal communication can help challenge beliefs about anxiety
0:06:13 Challenge the belief that you are an anxious person
0:12:14 Recognizing one's own power and control can reduce anxiety in business and relationships
0:14:35 Change is inevitable and the speed of change is increasing, driving anxiety
0:16:14 Focusing on what you can control and being certain can reduce anxiety