10% Happier with Dan Harris Dealing with Uncertainty, Anxiety, and Anger | Special Post-Election Edition | Lama Rod Owens
Nov 4, 2020
Join Lama Rod Owens, a Boston-based Buddhist teacher and author of 'Love and Rage,' as he navigates the emotional landscapes of uncertainty, anxiety, and anger. He discusses the importance of self-care after turmoil and the significance of embracing discomfort for personal growth. Lama Rod emphasizes transforming rage into compassion and understanding underlying emotions. Listen for insights on mindful responses to anger and the power of vulnerability, all while promoting community and connection in challenging times.
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Sustainable Self-Care
- Prioritize foundational, long-term self-care practices like rest and reducing media consumption.
- These practices offer sustainable ways to manage overwhelming emotions, unlike short-term pleasures.
Self-Care as Self-Preservation
- Self-care, especially in the form of self-preservation, is not self-indulgence.
- It's about taking breaks to restore yourself so you can return to important work more effectively.
Present Moment Focus
- Focus on the present moment to cope with uncertainty about the future.
- Tune into your breath, body, and mind, accepting what arises without reacting.
