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The Art of Accomplishment

Emotional Inquiry - Emotion Series #14

Jan 19, 2024
The hosts discuss emotional inquiry, a tool that can reduce self-judgment and improve communication. They explore its benefits, including transformation and conflict resolution. The practice involves embracing emotions with curiosity and wonder, experiencing them fully. The tool can be used in courses and everyday life, prioritizing self-care. Taking a childlike perspective in emotional inquiry leads to personal growth and access to the inquiry tool for further engagement.
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Quick takeaways

  • Emotional inquiry is a practice that reduces self-judgment, changes bad habits, and improves communication with others.
  • Engaging in emotional inquiry allows us to become more comfortable with discomfort, unlocking freedom and finding deeper meaning behind our emotions.

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The Essence of Emotional Inquiry

Emotional inquiry is a tool for exploring and embracing emotional experiences that we typically resist. It encourages viewing emotions through the lens of wonder and empathy, without trying to change or dismiss them. By fully feeling and embracing emotions, we can reduce self-judgment, change bad habits, and improve communication with others. The practice starts as a guided meditation and can become automatic over time.

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