The Unmistakable Creative Podcast Ethan Kross: Mastering Your Inner Voice Before It Masters You
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Nov 24, 2025 
Ethan Kross, a psychologist and bestselling author of *Chatter*, dives deep into the intricacies of our inner voice. He discusses how this voice can shape our identity and impact our wellbeing, often leading to rumination and anxiety. Kross shares tools for managing negative self-talk, emphasizing the importance of normalizing emotions. He critiques toxic positivity and highlights how our teenage years amplify these struggles. By exploring the connection between introspection and creativity, he offers insights into fostering a healthier relationship with our minds.
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Whet Appetites In Intro Courses
- In large intro courses, focus on sparking curiosity rather than comprehensive coverage to motivate deeper learning.
- Use smaller upper-level seminars where students can explore and curate knowledge in depth.
Introspection's Double-Edged Power
- Introspection is a powerful tool that can both solve problems and generate misery when misapplied.
- Understanding when inner speech helps versus when it jams cognition is central to mastering the mind.
Classroom Question Sparked Chatter Research
- A student asked Ethan, 'Why are we learning this now?' which spurred his book and research into teaching emotional tools earlier.
- That classroom moment turned into studies and the book Chatter to normalize and share practical strategies.
