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321 - How to Think Like Socrates: Interview With Donald J. Robertson

Stoic Coffee Break

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The Paradox of Coping Strategies in Anxiety

This chapter explores the contradictory coping mechanisms individuals employ in response to anxiety, revealing how harmful behaviors can be chosen even when they're detrimental. It also examines the potential misapplication of positive techniques like mindfulness, highlighting the struggle between seeking immediate relief and facing long-term challenges.

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