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238. Understanding Dynorphins I: Exploring Unwillingness

The OptimalWork Podcast

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Embracing Emotions: The Role of Dynorphins

This chapter explores the impact of unwillingness on emotional experiences, particularly through the lens of exposure therapy. It contrasts traditional methods of facing fear with a willingness to accept emotions, revealing how reluctance can lead to heightened suffering. By examining the neurochemical implications of dynorphins, the chapter underscores their influence on emotional pain and coping behaviors, illustrating the path to personal growth through acceptance of discomfort.

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