Pirate Monk Podcast 481 | Relearning Emotions | Ronald Ovitt
Sep 25, 2025
Ron Ovitt, an ordained minister and recovery coach, joins the conversation to explore the intricacies of emotional relearning. He reveals that emotions can be learned and unlearned, offering valuable insights on reparenting practices. The discussion includes three pivotal steps for emotional regulation: recognition, regulation, and relearning. Ron shares how to navigate triggers and highlights the controversial role of dopamine in our emotional responses. He emphasizes integrating faith with psychological practices for a holistic approach to healing.
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Early Ministry Stress And Fear Of Counseling
- Ron describes early ministry stress, shame, and nighttime negative spirals that he couldn't shake.
- He avoided counseling for fear they'd 'lock me up' and instead deferred help by pursuing more education.
Emotions Are Learned And Relearnable
- Emotions are learned early and operate separately from cognitive beliefs.
- Because they are learned, they can be intentionally relearned and reshaped over time.
Be A Detective Around Triggers
- When an upsetting emotion appears, investigate the when, where, and what to spot triggers and beliefs.
- Use those clues to recognize faulty wiring so you don't automatically obey the emotion.
