#67 The Energy of Our Emotions - with Dan Harris & Ben Rubin
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Aug 29, 2017 AI Snips
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Pivoting Amid Anxiety
- Ben Rubin shared the story of pivoting his company to focus on Dan Harris's 10% Happier during a very anxious period. - The shift was driven by initial slow success and advice from a friend to "burn the bridges" and fully commit to the new vision.
Co-founders Mirror Personal Growth
- Co-founders often unconsciously choose partners who reflect parts of themselves to work through personal issues. - This dynamic, seen as a "brotherhood," influences the challenges and growth in their relationship.
Anxiety Powers Emotional Ping Pong
- Co-founders Dan and Ben's shared high anxiety can cause negative spirals between them and spread to the whole team. - This 'anxiety ping pong' can degrade the emotional climate and productivity in the organization.
