understanding_emotions

Jul
03

UE #53: The Winner Effect, Power, Self-Esteem

In this episode, I explore the 'Winner Effect', a phenomenon where individuals are more likely to win after
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Jul
03

UE #1: Why I am making this show

In this episode, I talk about my motivation to make this show.
Jul
03

UE #2: How gratitude can help with perfectionism

What’s the link between gratitude and perfectionism? I would love to hear your thoughts on this episode. Please use
Jul
03

UE #3: Acceptance is the foundation of emotional intelligence

I explain the importance of acceptance in developing emotional intelligence. A brief discussion about Jonathan Haidt’s work, and a
Jul
03

UE #4: Why exactly is humility a virtue?

What is humility? Is it the same as self-deprecation? And how can being humble make you a better learner? Find
Jul
03

UE #5: How meditation can help build emotional intelligence (includes a 10 minute guided meditation)

Always wanted to learn meditation, but weren’t sure how exactly it helps? In this episode, I explain how meditation
Jul
03

UE #6: Why bother with emotional intelligence?

Let’s take a step back, and think about why even bother with emotional intelligence. What’s the payoff, and
Jul
03

UE #7: Facts, fear, and the coronavirus

I talk about the thing that’s in all our minds: the coronavirus pandemic. This is not an episode about
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Jul
03

UE #8: Distraction - The biggest enemy of emotional fitness

In this episode, I talk about distraction, which I think is the biggest mistake that prevents emotional fitness. If you
Jul
03

UE #9: On Self Compassion

In this episode, I introduce the idea of self compassion. And then I lead you into a short 7 minute