Listen "005 - The Whale (Part 2 of 2): Understanding Fight or Flight"
Episode Synopsis
Part 2 of 2: Anger is an emotion, not a behavior - and understanding that can change everything. In the second part of this two-part episode, Lora and Jeff dig a little deeper into the world of emotional responses, exploring how anger can be a useful guide when handled with awareness. We look into the importance of setting boundaries, befriending difficult emotions, and developing self-compassion to help navigate life. We explore:- Recognizing the urge to fight in stressful situations- Why setting boundaries is a form of self-advocacy - How anger can be beneficial when managed properly- The importance of befriending difficult emotions instead of avoiding them- Practical strategies for engaging with sensations and thoughts- How self-compassion make space for emotional growthConnect with So What Who CaresEmail: [email protected]YouTube: @sowhatwhocarespodcastInstagram: @sowhatwhocarespodcastFacebook: So What Who Cares PodcastTikTok: @sowhatwhocarespodcastFind Lora McCarville at: https://www.loramccarville.com/Chapters00:00 Introduction and Context00:29 Confronting Emotional Responses05:12 Setting Boundaries and Managing Anger13:15 Befriending Difficult Emotions20:48 Engaging with Sensations and Thoughts#SoWhatWhoCares #SoWhatWhoCaresPodcast #LoraMcCarville #JeffKalasky #EmotionalResponses #AngerManagement #SettingBoundaries #SelfCompassion #MindfulnessMatters #EmotionalIntelligence #CopingStrategies #InnerStrength #PersonalGrowth #SelfAwareness #HealingJourney #BefriendingEmotions #MentalHealthSupport
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