You Are Heroic with Brian Johnson The Spiderweb of Thoughts: Let's Quit Getting Entangled in Them (Heroic +1 #1,896)
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Sep 29, 2024 
Peter Attia, a thought leader in health and longevity, joins Steven Hayes, a prominent psychologist and expert in acceptance and commitment therapy. They delve into the spiderweb metaphor, exploring how entangled thoughts can complicate our lives. The discussion highlights the importance of acknowledgment in managing thoughts rather than getting stuck in them. By aligning actions with values, Attia and Hayes reveal practical strategies to navigate life's challenges more effectively and enrich personal growth.
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Sunrise Trail Spider-Web Moment
- Brian describes his sunrise trail workout and walking through spider webs on the trail.
- This personal scene sets up the spider-web metaphor for how thoughts entangle us.
ACT: Accept Pain, Commit To Values
- Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) asks us to accept pain and commit to values rather than eliminate discomfort.
- Steven Hayes frames ACT as aligning actions with values despite inevitable life challenges.
Notice Thoughts, Don't Try To Fix Them
- Steven Hayes suggests we don't need to change thoughts, just notice them so they don't control us.
- Observing thoughts prevents getting stuck and preserves focus on meaningful action.