Happier with Gretchen Rubin Ep. 504: Schedule a Sour Hour, Relieve Muscle Knots & How to Avoid Avoidance
Oct 16, 2024
Discover how scheduling a 'sour hour' can help you express grievances without letting negativity take over your life. Learn practical techniques to relieve muscle knots, addressing both physical and emotional discomfort. Dive into the pitfalls of avoidance and procrastination, and find out why accountability is key to overcoming indecision. Hear inspiring listener stories about forming meaningful connections and the importance of reaching out during tough times.
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Sour Hour
- Schedule a "sour hour" to address minor grievances and complaints.
- Confine negative emotions to this specific time, like scheduling worry time.
Relieving Muscle Knots
- Treat muscle knots with ice or heat, whichever feels better.
- Stretching and massage, including self-massage with a roller or tennis ball, can also help.
Avoiding Avoidance
- Avoid avoidance; confronting issues directly, even if unpleasant, often leads to better outcomes.
- Bad news rarely improves with age, and delaying action can worsen problems.