Published Feb 11, 2020

311: Susan David | How to Improve Your Emotional Agility

Discover the transformative power of emotional agility with Harvard psychologist Susan David, as she delves into how aligning personal values and embracing discomfort can foster resilience and personal growth, while navigating the challenges of social comparison.

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- How to build habits
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- How to practice mindfulness
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- How does parenthood change your life?
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- Can you explain more mindfulness techniques?
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- How can one improve emotional regulation skills?
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- How can we manage emotional reactions?
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- What are emotions?
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- How should we view suffering, and how do we recognize the difference between the positive and negative aspects of it in our lives, as discussed in the podcast episode with Dr. Martha Beck?
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- Can emotions be managed effectively?
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- How can we build self-love?
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- Why do having kids create a sense of love and connection?
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- What is an instinctual gut feeling?
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- What are emotional systems?
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- How can I mitigate social media's impact on my self-esteem?
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- How do you align your values?
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311: Susan David | How to Improve Your Emotional Agility

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Emotional Agility

Emotion Granularity

Overcoming Negative Thoughts

The Functionality of Emotions

Authentic Happiness

Emotional Agility

Mindfulness and Emotional Intelligence

Tiny Tweaks

Emotional Agility

Embracing discomfort

Finding Your Values

Emotional Signposts

Protecting Your Why

Self-Compassion Power

Unhelpful Stories

Questions from this episode

How to build habits

How to practice mindfulness

How does parenthood change your life?

Can you explain more mindfulness techniques?

How can one improve emotional regulation skills?

How can we manage emotional reactions?

What are emotions?

How should we view suffering, and how do we recognize the difference between the positive and negative aspects of it in our lives, as discussed in the podcast episode with Dr. Martha Beck?

Can emotions be managed effectively?

How can we build self-love?

Why do having kids create a sense of love and connection?

What is an instinctual gut feeling?

What are emotional systems?

How can I mitigate social media's impact on my self-esteem?

How do you align your values?

Episode Highlights

Emotional Agility

Social and Emotional Comparison

Role of Values

311: Susan David | How to Improve Your Emotional Agility

Topics covered

Popular Clips

Questions from this episode

Episode Highlights

Emotional AgilitySusan David, a Harvard psychologist, explores the concept of emotional agility and its significance in managing life's challenges. She provides insights into how understanding and applying emotional agility can lead to more effective responses and personal growth.

Emotional Agility

Social and Emotional ComparisonSusan David explores the impact of social comparison on emotional well-being, highlighting its potential to detract from personal happiness. She also discusses how embracing discomfort and negative emotions can enhance emotional agility and resilience.

Social and Emotional Comparison

Role of ValuesSusan David explores the importance of identifying and aligning personal values to achieve emotional agility and fulfillment. She highlights how understanding one's core values can guide actions and decisions, leading to a more authentic and satisfying life.

Role of Values