The School of Greatness

Why Emotional Agility Is The Most Important Skill You Need To Know EP 1297

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Jul 25, 2022
Dr. Susan David is a Harvard psychologist and acclaimed author known for her work on emotional agility. In this engaging conversation, she emphasizes the importance of emotional regulation as a vital skill for navigating today’s chaotic world. Topics include recognizing emotions as valuable data, the pitfalls of false positivity, and the power of expressive journaling for healing. Susan shares personal stories of grief and resilience, encouraging listeners to embrace their emotions authentically and align actions with core values for personal growth.
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INSIGHT

Emotional Regulation: The Key Skill

  • Emotion regulation is the key skill in today's world, marked by complexity and chaos.
  • We aren't taught emotional skills despite their importance for navigating life's challenges.
INSIGHT

Good vs. Bad Emotions

  • The narrative of "good" vs. "bad" emotions creates inner conflict.
  • Accept all emotions as data; life involves both beauty and fragility.
ANECDOTE

Susan's Journey to a 10

  • Susan David wasn't always a "10" on the happiness scale.
  • Through journaling after her father's death, she discovered the healing power of processing emotions.
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