10% Happier with Dan Harris Brené Brown Says You're Doing Feelings Wrong
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Apr 1, 2022 
Brené Brown, a research professor and bestselling author, reveals that most people can only name three emotions: happy, sad, and angry. She discusses her groundbreaking work, including mapping 87 emotions in 'Atlas of the Heart' and emphasizes the importance of emotional granularity. The conversation covers how expanding your emotional vocabulary can enhance relationships and set healthy boundaries. Brené also tackles the differences between jealousy and envy, offering insights into better emotional regulation and authentic connections.
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Limited Emotional Vocabulary
- Most people can only identify three emotions: happy, sad, and angry.
- Expanding emotional vocabulary (emotional granularity) improves emotional regulation and well-being.
The Power of Naming Emotions
- Naming emotions accurately helps us address our needs and navigate them effectively.
- Language not only communicates emotions but also shapes them, influencing our bodies and minds.
Overwhelm vs. Stress
- Brené Brown used to overuse the word "overwhelmed", leading to shutdown.
- Now, she differentiates between stress and overwhelm, reserving the latter for situations requiring a break.
