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Psychology Has It Backwards

Episode 108: Overthinking? Or Enjoying the Feeling?

Jan 1, 2023
Exploring the impact of overthinking on mental distress and the importance of trusting our wisdom. Emphasizing the benefits of slowing down, listening, and finding joy through quieting the mind. Discussing the transformative power of viewing individuals as inherently healthy and the value of embracing peace in daily life.
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Quick takeaways

  • Overthinking leads to circular thinking and blocks access to wisdom and fresh ideas.
  • Trusting one's wisdom and quieting the mind can break the cycle of overthinking and reduce stress.

Deep dives

Seeing people as innately healthy changes interactions and outcomes

Viewing people as inherently healthy rather than broken can lead to significant changes in how interactions and outcomes unfold. This shift in perspective simplifies the process of addressing mental distress and facilitates profound and immediate transformations in individuals' lives.

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