The Secular Buddhist Episode 307 :: Eve Ekman :: Cultivating Emotional Balance
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Mar 30, 2019 
Eve Ekman, a researcher at UC Berkeley, focuses on the intersection of empathy, burnout, and emotional awareness, particularly among medical professionals. She shares insights into the 'Cultivating Emotional Balance' program, advocating for acknowledging emotions instead of ignoring them. The discussion delves into the role of mindfulness in medical training, self-care for healthcare workers, and the innovative Atlas of Emotion project, which enhances emotional fluency. Ekman emphasizes individualized approaches to emotional regulation, making emotional awareness accessible for everyone.
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Eve Ekman's Emotional Awakening
- Eve Ekman shares a personal journey from skepticism about emotions to clinical work in a trauma center.
- Her experience revealed the profound impact emotions have on presence and burnout resilience.
Emotions: Neutral, Not Good or Bad
- Emotions are neutral; their enactment defines them as destructive or constructive.
- Cultivating Emotional Balance uses ancient contemplative methods adapted to modern secular life.
Bridging Psychology and Contemplation
- Emotional awareness requires metacognitive skills to recognize triggers and responses.
- Combining Western psychology and contemplative methods enriches emotional regulation.
