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A Liberated Mind | Steven C. Hayes, PhD

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Feb 6, 2020
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Steven C. Hayes
Steven C. Hayes, psychotherapist and creator of Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), discusses his journey and the development of ACT. He emphasizes the need for a comprehensive approach to self-improvement and shares his reflections on teaching, embracing difficult emotions, and the pursuit of success. The podcast explores the philosophy and tools behind transformation, explains ACT and psychological flexibility, and discusses living a life of significance through care, love, and connection.
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1
Introduction
00:00 • 3min
2
Excitement, Introductions, and Two Sponsors
03:16 • 2min
3
The Impact of the Counterculture Movement
04:49 • 8min
4
The Importance of Context and Comprehensive Approaches to Self-Improvement
12:24 • 12min
5
Reflections on Teaching and Embracing Difficult Emotions
24:39 • 17min
6
Approaching the Full Spectrum and Tools for Transformation
42:04 • 3min
7
Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) and Psychological Flexibility
44:52 • 33min
8
Living a Life of Significance
01:17:44 • 2min