SPARKED How to Develop the 7 Traits of Emotional Fitness | Dr. Emily Anhalt
May 13, 2025
Dr. Emily Anhalt, a clinical psychologist and co-founder of Coa, shares her expertise on emotional fitness. She discusses seven core traits essential for navigating emotions with resilience and empathy. Emily highlights the transformative power of discomfort for personal growth and the delicate balance between empathy and boundaries in relationships. She also emphasizes the role of playfulness in the workplace to foster creativity and collaboration. Tune in for practical insights to enhance your emotional agility and well-being!
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Discomfort's Crucial Survival Role
- Discomfort signals us to pay attention and protect ourselves, playing a crucial role in survival.
- The issue arises when discomfort is excessive or misplaced, hindering our progress toward life goals.
Individual Triggers Modulate Discomfort
- The intensity of discomfort is influenced by individual triggers, past experiences, and internal resources.
- Self-awareness and curiosity about one's emotional triggers help modulate reactions to similar external events.
Emotional Fitness is Ongoing Work
- Emotional fitness is proactive mental health maintenance, akin to physical fitness.
- It involves ongoing work, not a binary sickness or health state, requiring continuous development.