CLOSER Episode 10: When 1 + 1 = Purple
Jan 7, 2025
Happy New Year! The hosts delve into the unpredictability of life and the futility of planning. They explore how unexpected events can lead to personal growth and transformation. Striking a balance between acknowledging negative emotions and maintaining positivity is key. Emphasizing vulnerability and self-care, they discuss the importance of embracing the present moment. Through personal anecdotes, they highlight the significance of emotional support and adapting to life's inevitable disruptions.
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Acknowledge and Feel
- Acknowledge negative feelings when plans are disrupted, rather than immediately seeking positivity.
- Recognize that experiencing both bad and good feelings together allows for a fuller experience.
Post-Breakup Positivity
- Ryan Thomas-Neese recounts advice received after a breakup: to repeatedly tell himself it was the best thing that ever happened.
- Though initially dismissive, the exercise helped reorient his thinking toward positivity.
Rootedness and Disruption
- The more rooted we become, the harder it can be to adapt when the unexpected occurs. This increased rootedness can create a false sense of security, making disruptions more jarring.