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Modern Wisdom
#671 - Dr Steve Peters - The Science Of Reducing Stress & Building Confidence
Aug 24, 2023
01:19:01
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Dr Steve Peters, a psychiatrist and sports psychology consultant, discusses the strategies for unlocking our brain's full potential including understanding the Chimp Paradox, managing negative emotions, building self-esteem, and coping with major setbacks. Topics include stabilizing the mind, exploring core values, building mental robustness, hidden metrics, the power of countdowns, and additional resources for reducing stress and building confidence.
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- Understanding and managing the Chimp Paradox within our brains can help us better understand our emotions and behaviors.
- Recognizing and managing ghost emotions can lead to a greater sense of peace of mind.
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Understanding the Chimp Paradox
Dr. Steve Peters, a psychiatrist and author, explains his concept of the Chimp Paradox, which explores the different systems within our brains. The Chimp system, which he associates with our emotional and instinctual responses, can often overpower our logical human system. By recognizing and managing the Chimp system, individuals can better understand their behaviors and emotions. Peters suggests that the Chimp system is not something to be eliminated, but rather something to be understood and worked with. He also discusses the importance of knowing one's values and beliefs, and how they contribute to peace of mind and a sense of fulfillment.
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