Dr. Julie Smith ON: Unblocking Negative Emotions & How to Embrace Difficult Feelings

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Mar 7, 2022

Dive into the impactful conversation about recognizing and embracing negative emotions rather than blocking them. Discover how repressed feelings can hinder joy and love, and the importance of self-awareness for personal empowerment. Explore strategies for managing fluctuating motivation and routine while celebrating small wins. Learn about the nuances of emotions in decision-making and how to support others in their emotional struggles. Finally, reflect on the power of empathy, self-reflection, and understanding our emotional landscape.

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INSIGHT

Accept Low Moods

Low moods are a normal part of being human; don't resist them.
Address the root causes and unmet needs instead of fighting the feeling.

ADVICE

Don't Block Emotions

Avoid blocking behaviors like overeating or excessive screen time.
Blocking negative emotions can numb you to positive ones as well, leading to a sense of emptiness.

ADVICE

Motivation Is Not Enough

Don't rely solely on motivation; it fluctuates.
Connect your actions to your values, making them non-negotiable like brushing your teeth.

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Jay Shetty sits down with Dr. Julie Smith to talk about how we deal with our emotions. As a way to cope with difficult situations, we often attempt to block the negative emotions. We tend to shut ourselves down without realizing that blocking negative emotions also means blocking any other emotion. We are built to feel positive and negative emotions everyday because that’s what makes us human.

Dr. Smith is a Clinical Psychologist, online educator, blogger, and owner of a private practice in Hampshire, England. She has devoted her career to learning everything she can about adult mental health and the intricacies of the human mind. She made it her mission to help as many people as she can to thrive.

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What to Listen For:

00:00 Intro
02:23 The root of the biggest problems people are facing today
05:08 Why are we outsourcing our wellbeing?
07:18 We are built to have fluctuating emotions
10:39 The struggle of blocking negative emotions
16:04 Some days, you just don’t feel motivated
23:21 Getting stuck in the same cycle
26:28 The difference between thoughts, feelings, and emotions
30:11 Stress and anxiety are part of the same threat response
35:12 How to better handle someone’s grief
42:57 Start taking responsibility for your happiness
47:57 An activity that allows you to stop and reflect on an experience
51:06 Dr. Julie on Fast Five

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