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Mentioned in 28 episodes
Emotional Agility
Get Unstuck, Embrace Change, and Thrive in Work and Life
Book • 2016
In 'Emotional Agility,' Susan David provides a roadmap for real behavioral change by teaching readers how to become more emotionally agile.
Drawing on her extensive research, international consulting work, and personal experiences, David shares four key concepts that enable individuals to acknowledge uncomfortable emotions while detaching from them.
This approach helps readers align their actions with their core values, leading to a life of growth and fulfillment.
The book emphasizes the importance of self-acceptance, clear-sightedness, and an open mind in navigating life’s twists and turns.
Drawing on her extensive research, international consulting work, and personal experiences, David shares four key concepts that enable individuals to acknowledge uncomfortable emotions while detaching from them.
This approach helps readers align their actions with their core values, leading to a life of growth and fulfillment.
The book emphasizes the importance of self-acceptance, clear-sightedness, and an open mind in navigating life’s twists and turns.
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Mentioned in 28 episodes
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as a resource for processing emotions effectively.


Tom Bilyeu

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Stop Surviving and Start Thriving Now | Susan David (Archived Episode)
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as a bestselling book offering insights and tools for managing moods and feelings.


Adam Grant

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Overcoming toxic positivity with Susan David
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, referencing her TED Talk on the importance of sitting with uncomfortable emotions for a meaningful life.


Peter Attia

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#172 - Esther Perel: The effects of trauma, the role of narratives in shaping our worldview, and why we need to accept uncomfortable emotions
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as a best-selling book.


Mel Robbins

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World Leading Psychologist: How to Master Your Emotions & Deal With Negative People
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as a book with a great quote that emotions contain information, not directions.

Clay Skipper

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Tools for Navigating Discomfort and Difficulty
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as a bestselling book describing psychological skills for thriving during change.


Lewis Howes

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3 BRAIN HACKS to Control Your Thoughts & Emotions
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as the title of her book.


Dan Harris

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Brené Brown Says You're Doing Feelings Wrong
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as one of his favorite books, impacting his teaching.


Ed Mylett

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How To Master Your Emotions And Build MASSIVE Resilience | Ed Mylett
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when discussing approaches to fixing broken work relationships.


Amy Gallo

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How to Repair a Broken Relationship at Work
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as a bestselling book offering insights and tools for managing moods and feelings.


Adam Grant

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Overcoming toxic positivity with Susan David
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as the author of "Emotional Agility", a book about handling emotions.


Dan Harris

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4 Ways Not To Be Owned By Your Sh*t | Susan David
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as the author of Emotional Agility.


Alison Beard

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4 Business Ideas That Changed the World: Emotional Intelligence
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as an incredible book.


Lewis Howes

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Why Emotional Agility Is The Most Important Skill You Need To Know EP 1297
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as the author of the book, describing psychological skills for thriving in complex times.


Lewis Howes

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1089 How to Overcome & Take Back Control of Your Emotions w/Dr. Susan David
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in relation to the concept of toxic positivity.


Scott Barry Kaufman

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Whitney Goodman || Toxic Positivity
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, highlighting her perspective that feelings are data, not directions.

Andy J. Pizza

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500 - 5 Steps from ADHD Serial Quitter to Podcaster with 500 Episodes
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as a book related to emotional agility.


Dan Harris

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The Science of Emotional Intelligence | Daniel Goleman
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for her work on emotional functions.

Pete McItus

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1050: How to Shift Your Mood and Keep Your Cool with Dr. Ethan Kross
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and Susan David during the podcast as a guide to emotional agility.


Eric Zimmer

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How to Create Emotional Agility with Susan David
Mentioned in relation to emotional agility and managing stress.

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Are You A Highly Sensitive Person? Book Insight on The Highly Sensitive Person by Elaine Aron