You Are Heroic with Brian Johnson

Radical Acceptance: Marsha Linehan & Phil Stutz (Heroic +1 #1,869)

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Sep 2, 2024
Marsha Linehan, a pioneering psychologist, known for dialectical behavior therapy, joins Phil Stutz, a mental health innovator, to discuss the profound concept of radical acceptance. They delve into how embracing harsh realities can actually foster personal growth and resilience. Linehan shares insights from her journey in developing therapeutic practices, while Stutz provides unique strategies for mental well-being. Together, they highlight how accepting difficult situations can be a powerful catalyst for transformation in our lives.
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INSIGHT

Radical Acceptance Is Cross-Disciplinary

  • Radical acceptance appears across traditions like DBT, stoicism, and Byron Katie's work.
  • Different traditions label it differently but converge on accepting 'what is' to act effectively.
ANECDOTE

Marsha Linehan's Origin Story

  • Marsha Linehan spent two years in a mental institution and vowed to help others if she escaped her personal hell.
  • She created DBT to help people build a life worth living after surviving severe suffering.
ADVICE

Practice Radical Acceptance First

  • Quit arguing with reality by practicing radical acceptance of your current situation.
  • Then decide deliberately what actions will create a better reality once you stop resisting.
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