The Adversity Advantage with Doug Bopst Why You're Feeling So Stressed Right Now & How To Regain Control Of Your Life | Dr. Ellen Langer
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Apr 5, 2025 
Dr. Ellen Langer, a Harvard Psychology Professor and 'mother of mindfulness', dives into the stress of modern life and how our perceptions shape our experiences. She discusses reframing adversity and the importance of self-talk in managing stress. Mindfulness doesn't require meditation, she explains, and can transform how we navigate challenges. Langer emphasizes that our thoughts can significantly impact our health, urging listeners to embrace uncertainty and redefine personal success for a more fulfilling life.
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Managing Stress
- Take action against stressors to regain a sense of control.
- Reframe stressors by considering how they might not happen or even be beneficial.
Mindlessness and Negative Emotions
- All negative emotions stem from mindlessness, as emotions are choices based on our interpretations.
- We can choose to relabel physiological responses like anxiety as excitement, changing our emotional experience.
Cultivating Mindfulness
- Combat mindlessness by acknowledging you don't know everything and actively noticing your surroundings.
- Look for new aspects in familiar things or people to cultivate mindfulness and presence.
