Guest Kessonga discusses managing emotions affected by weather, overcoming imposter syndrome, and building confidence. They also explore coping with heartbreak, betrayal after a breakup, and post-breakup healing. Practical techniques like the STOP method and deep breathing are shared to address anxiety triggers and promote self-assurance.
Practice mindfulness techniques like the STOP method to manage work-related anxiety effectively.
Foster gratitude and focus on positive aspects to enhance resilience towards weather-induced mood changes.
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Managing Anxiety and Customer Interactions
The podcast discusses strategies for dealing with anxiety when faced with customer inquiries or criticism in work scenarios, as highlighted by Kim's question. Encouraging confidence and self-assurance, the speakers suggest mindfulness techniques like the STOP method, emphasizing the importance of pausing, taking deep breaths, and observing emotions to respond appropriately to triggers.
Coping with Weather-Related Emotions in a New Environment
Shay's question focuses on managing emotions related to undesirable weather after relocating. The speakers provide advice on fostering gratitude, accepting the weather circumstances, and finding moments of joy to counter feelings of annoyance or anger. By practicing mindfulness, gratitude, and focusing on positive aspects, individuals can enhance their resilience towards weather-induced mood changes.
Navigating Grief and Relationship Endings
Anne's inquiry delves into coping with the end of a long-term relationship, highlighting feelings of betrayal, grief, and questions surrounding self-worth. The podcast offers insights into the grieving process, self-forgiveness, and transitioning into a new phase of life post-breakup. Approaches such as setting time to process thoughts and embracing patience towards healing are recommended for individuals navigating similar emotional challenges.
Kessonga, Robin, and Neca answer questions about what to do when you care too much about what others think, managing strong emotions caused by the weather, and how to process the end of a long-term relationship.
This Mental Health Awareness Month, we're focusing on strengthening our ability to manage stress, improve well-being, and set boundaries at work, so we can feel happier everywhere else. Learn more here.