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The Mel Robbins Podcast

If You’re Feeling Uncertain & Anxious, You Need to Hear This

Mar 13, 2025
Dr. Julie Smith, a world-renowned clinical psychologist and bestselling author, shares practical tools to navigate stress and anxiety. She emphasizes that struggles are a normal part of life and reveals strategies for handling difficult emotions. Listeners learn how to stop overthinking, embrace self-compassion, and build resilience. Julie discusses the importance of aligning actions with personal values, transforming fear into empowerment, and cultivating a supportive inner dialogue when facing social anxiety. This conversation is a treasure trove of insights for anyone feeling overwhelmed.
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  • Dr. Julie Smith highlights the importance of having a toolkit for managing emotions during life's inevitable challenges and stressors.
  • Understanding emotions as informative signals rather than negative experiences can lead to better emotional regulation and self-awareness.

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The Importance of Emotional Toolkits

Life is filled with challenges, and having a toolkit of emotional strategies can make navigating these challenges easier. Dr. Julie Smith emphasizes that everyone deserves a toolkit to help manage their emotions, particularly during difficult times. Her book, 'Open When', provides various practical approaches for handling common emotional struggles, such as self-doubt, anger, and anxiety. By equipping ourselves with these tools, we can better cope with life's ups and downs, leading to a greater sense of clarity and resilience.

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