The Hidden Causes Of Anxiety And How To Manage It

Dr. Ellen Vora explains false vs. true anxiety, root causes like sleep, nutrition, and gut health, and practical tools for relief and resilience.

Dr. Ellen Vora breaks down the concept of false versus true anxiety, offering a practical roadmap to identify and address avoidable anxiety triggers such as blood sugar crashes, nutrient deficiencies, caffeine, alcohol, and poor sleep hygiene. She explores the role of gut health, inflammation, and circadian rhythm in mood regulation and introduces tools for processing deeper, true anxiety—including mindfulness, ritual, and integration practices. Dr. Vora also reflects on spirituality, psychedelics, and reclaiming intuition as part of modern mental health.

Dr. Ellen Vora is a board-certified psychiatrist, acupuncturist, and author of “The Anatomy of Anxiety”. She has become a leading voice in redefining mental health by bridging conventional psychiatry with holistic approaches. Dr. Vora’s work emphasizes distinguishing false anxiety—avoidable, physiologically driven states—from true anxiety, which reflects deeper meaning and alignment. Through her clinical practice, writing, and speaking, she equips people with tools ranging from nutrition and sleep strategies to rituals, spirituality, and mindful use of psychedelics to foster resilience and healing.