Linda Graham, an expert on resilience and author of 'Resilience: Powerful Practices for Bouncing Back from Disappointment, Difficulty, Even Disaster,' dives into the neuroscience of resilience. She explores how emotions—both good and bad—can spark action and emphasizes the importance of mindful compassion toward our feelings. The conversation highlights strategies to foster a growth mindset, the influence of early attachments on resilience, and practical tools for strengthening resilience through daily practices. Join Linda for insightful tips on navigating life's challenges with grace!
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Emotions as Action Signals
All emotions, "good" or "bad," signal action.
Mindful compassion towards emotions shifts the brain to a receptive state, fostering resilience.
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Mindful Self-Compassion
Practice mindful self-compassion.
Accept emotions and observe without judgment to shift your brain to openness.
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Defining Resilience
Resilience is the capacity to adapt and learn from adversity, not just bouncing back.
Response flexibility is key: shifting perspectives and actions skillfully.
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In this episode, Linda Graham explains the neuroscience behind resilience and shares some of her teachings on how to strengthen resilience. As she immersed herself in her work on resilience, she realized that all emotions, deemed good or bad, were catalysts to action. She also came to realize the transformative power of mindful compassion towards these emotions. By shifting the brain's functioning to a more receptive, open, and allowing state, we can begin to foster a growth mindset that leads to increased resilience.
In this episode, you'll be able to:
Discover tactics to build resilience and learn to navigate life's trials with less stress and more grace
Uncover the power attached to perception and attitude to cultivate a growth mindset
Embrace positive emotions and embrace how this practice rewires your mind for resilience through neuroplasticity
Discover the complex relationship between early attachments and resilience strength
Learn to implement resilience-building tools in your everyday life
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