Being Well with Forrest Hanson and Dr. Rick Hanson Ep. 7: Dealing with the Mind
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Feb 20, 2018 Learn how to skillfully 'deal with' your mind by being present with your experiences, letting go of negativity, and cultivating positive qualities like mindfulness and compassion. Discover the distinct functions of the right and left hemispheres of the brain in handling emotions and explore practical mindfulness techniques to release negative emotions and replace them with positive alternatives.
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Mind as Agent of Change
- Dealing with the mind means being intentional about your relationship with your thoughts and feelings.
- You can be an agent of change rather than a victim of your internal experiences.
Three Ways to Manage Mind
- The mind can be dealt with by three ways: being with it, letting go of negatives, and letting in positives.
- Like a garden, it must be witnessed, weeds pulled, and flowers planted for healthy growth.
Mindfulness Enhances Mind Work
- Mindfulness is not just passive witnessing but is essential for actively letting go of negatives and letting in positives.
- Being mindful allows you to assess and refine your internal efforts continually.