

Feeling Anxious? Here's a Quick Tool To Center Your Soul
Feb 4, 2020
Tara Brach, a renowned mindfulness teacher and psychologist, shares her insights on managing anxiety with a powerful 4-step tool from her book, "Radical Compassion." She introduces the RAIN technique—Recognize, Allow, Investigate, Nurture—as a way to cultivate self-compassion and emotional awareness. Tara discusses the importance of being present and how mindfulness can help us navigate regret and stress in today's chaotic world. Listeners will learn practical tips for embracing emotions without resistance and fostering deeper connections with themselves and others.
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Mindfulness Defined
- Mindfulness is paying attention to the present moment without judgment.
- It lets you choose how you experience things and respond thoughtfully.
The RAIN Technique
- Use the RAIN technique to manage difficult emotions: Recognize, Allow, Investigate, Nurture.
- This helps you untangle and process emotions rather than getting caught in them.
RAIN in Real Life
- Alison Aubrey shares a personal story of using RAIN when running late for a meeting.
- She found the nurturing part challenging, resorting to self-deprecating humor.