THE ED MYLETT SHOW Emotional Agility with Dr. Susan David
Nov 10, 2020
Join Dr. Susan David, an award-winning Harvard psychologist and bestselling author, as she dives into emotional agility. She emphasizes the importance of embracing all emotions, including negative ones, as teachers for personal growth. Dr. David shares tactical strategies for self-compassion, resilience, and understanding emotions in relationships, especially in parenting and leadership. Her insights highlight how to navigate tough feelings rather than suppressing them, ultimately leading to healthier connections and greater productivity.
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Origin of Emotional Agility
- As a child in apartheid South Africa, Susan David worried about death.
- Her father's honest conversations about mortality shaped her views on emotions.
Emotions as Teachers
- Emotions are teachers, not directives, offering valuable insights.
- Suppressing negative emotions hinders well-being and growth.
Embrace Discomfort
- Drop the judgment around your emotions.
- Practice self-compassion, which promotes resilience and risk-taking.
