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The Mel Robbins Podcast

6 Magic Words That Stop Anxiety & Overwhelm

Sep 28, 2023
37:50
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Learn the 6 magic words to stop anxiety and overwhelm, rooted in behavioral science and stoicism. Discover the power of positive thinking, interrupting self-inflicted pain, and maintaining a calm mindset. Explore the connection between stress, negative thoughts, and physical pain, and strategies to challenge them. Stay entertained with disclaimers and an ad for the 2024 Volkswagen Atlas.
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Quick takeaways

  • Using the phrase 'What if it all works out?' can interrupt the worry spiral and encourage positive outcomes.
  • Excessive worrying can impair cognitive functioning and decision-making abilities.

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The Power of Asking 'What if it all works out?'

In this podcast episode, the speaker discusses the harm of catastrophizing and constant worrying. She shares her personal experience of worrying about her daughter who is backpacking in Australia. The speaker introduces the six-word sentence, 'What if it all works out?' as a tool to interrupt the worry spiral. She explains that this sentence stops the negative thoughts and allows for a pause and consideration of positive outcomes. The speaker emphasizes the importance of not firing the second arrow of self-inflicted pain and highlights the impact of worry on both physical and cognitive functioning. She encourages the adoption of positive ideation and the defaulting to assumptions that everything will work out.

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