#813 - Joe Hudson - The Art Of Mastering Your Emotions
Modern Wisdom
The Golden Algorithm or seeing the Matrix
Naming and confronting unwanted emotions reveals how avoidance methods inadvertently invite those very emotions into our lives. The attempt to evade feelings, such as abandonment or shame, often results in behaviors that recreate the scenario we seek to avoid. This cyclical pattern demonstrates that resistance to these feelings paradoxically enhances their presence, reinforcing the idea that 'what we resist persists.' Embracing and even welcoming challenging emotions can disrupt this cycle, fostering resilience and personal growth. Just as physical fitness requires facing challenges, emotional health necessitates an acceptance of difficulties, which ultimately transforms our relationship with these experiences and promotes overall well-being.
