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Psychology Has It Backwards
Episode 133: Feeling Your Feelings?
Aug 12, 2023
The podcast explores the idea of listening to our thoughts and recognizing whether they are helpful. Negative feelings indicate the need to quiet down, while positive feelings show trust in our thinking. The hosts discuss the importance of focusing on positive feelings instead of negative emotions. They also reflect on the value of expressing emotions and listening to the body's signals. Understanding and managing feelings is essential for a fulfilling life. Embracing all feelings, even uncomfortable ones, is important as they serve a purpose in our lives.
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- Recognizing negative feelings as indicators of a negative state of mind allows individuals to focus on returning to a state of mental well-being.
- By recognizing the link between thoughts and feelings, individuals can gain a deeper understanding of their own mental well-being and choose thoughts that align with mental well-being.
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Viewing feelings as indicators of state of mind
Feelings and emotions should be seen as subtle changes in state of mind rather than something to be dealt with or expressed. By recognizing negative feelings as indicators of a negative state of mind, individuals can focus on returning to a state of mental well-being. The aim is to shift attention away from dwelling on negative feelings and instead focus on experiencing positive feelings such as contentment, peacefulness, joy, and love.
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