Overcome Pornography for Good 223. How Long Do Uncomfortable Emotions Last?
Apr 28, 2025
Dive into the science of emotions and learn how to navigate discomfort when reducing porn consumption. Coach Jessica discusses how feelings like anxiety and restlessness are natural responses to change. Discover the predictable shelf life of these sensations and how acknowledging them can lead to personal growth. The conversation emphasizes the importance of accepting uncomfortable emotions as temporary, providing listeners with tools to process urges effectively.
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Emotions Are Physical Responses
- Emotions and urges start as a thought in the brain that triggers physical sensations in the body.
- These sensations, such as anxiety or antsy feelings, are the body's chemical response to the brain's signals.
Allow Emotions Their Shelf Life
- Accept that uncomfortable emotions can bother you briefly without fighting them.
- Sit with the discomfort for about two minutes, allowing it to pass naturally.
Name and Sit With Emotions
- Identify the exact emotion behind the urge, such as anxiety or fear.
- Name the emotion clearly and then let it be without resisting it.