The Dr. Hyman Show

How To Find The Gifts In Unpleasant Feelings with Dr. Joan Rosenberg

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May 4, 2022
In a candid conversation, Dr. Joan Rosenberg, a psychologist and author, discusses the power of embracing unpleasant emotions. She explains how sitting with feelings like sadness and shame can lead to greater emotional resilience and confidence. Rosenberg shares her technique for mastering emotions in just 90 seconds, emphasizing awareness for personal growth. They also explore the impacts of generational trauma, the importance of vulnerability, and how to communicate emotions effectively. This insightful dialogue offers a path toward authenticity and healing.
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INSIGHT

Feelings Don't Block Us

  • Blocking feelings, not the feelings themselves, creates problems.
  • Avoiding emotions through distractions leads to disconnection and suffering.
INSIGHT

Soulful Depression

  • Blocking feelings leads to "soulful depression," a disconnection from self.
  • This can manifest as physical symptoms, anxiety, vulnerability, numbness, and addictive behaviors.
ADVICE

Be With Your Feelings

  • Learn to sit with, feel, and not run from unpleasant feelings.
  • Name, label, and talk about feelings to change your brain and regulate experiences.
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