

#007: The power of emotional self-regulation | with Dr. Michael Bohne
16 snips Jan 9, 2025
Dr. Michael Bohne is a physician and psychotherapist specializing in mental resilience and performance optimization. He shares insights on overcoming stage fright, emphasizing the power of emotional self-regulation through his unique PEP technique. The conversation touches on the significance of self-worth in music education, strategies for managing anxiety, and the importance of embracing mistakes for creativity. Dr. Bohne encourages musicians to find joy in their performances and highlights the role of physical touch in emotional calming.
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PEP Technique Overview
- PEP, Process and Embodiment-focused Psychology, regulates emotions through tapping acupuncture points.
- This works because skin stimulation influences the brain, similar to how fetuses self-soothe by touching their faces.
Soothing Children Through Touch
- Dr. Bohne highlights how we instinctively soothe children through touch, not cognitive reasoning.
- This natural response demonstrates the power of tactile stimulation in emotional regulation.
Self-Worth as Immunity
- Self-worth acts as an immune system against criticism.
- Building self-worth involves effectively processing attacks to become less affected by similar future criticisms.