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The Happiness Lab with Dr. Laurie Santos

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Accepting the Present Moment

The approach of being present with one's feelings, accepting them as they are without trying to change the situation, can lead to a more useful response in the future. Encouraging individuals to ask themselves if they can be okay with the current moment or feeling allows for a greater sense of self-awareness and the potential for more constructive actions. The practice involves acknowledging and allowing negative emotions to exist without getting consumed by them, providing an opportunity to observe stress or discomfort and simply let it be without trying to alter the external circumstances. By practicing acceptance of their present emotions, individuals can cultivate a mindset that promotes emotional resilience and responses rooted in mindfulness.

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