Listen "Navigating Cognitive Filters in Decision Making"
Episode Synopsis
Summary
In this conversation, Alfonso and Jose Luis Cadena explore the cognitive filters that influence decision-making and self-perception. They discuss various types of filters, such as all-or-nothing thinking, emotional reasoning, and the impact of language on our reality. The conversation emphasizes the importance of awareness in overcoming these filters to foster personal growth and resilience.
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IG: Alfonso Cadena
IG:Jose Luis Cadena Jr.
IG: Eminence Legacy
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Takeaways
Every decision is filtered by our irrationality.
Our brain is primarily focused on survival.
All or nothing thinking can lead to unhappiness.
The choice of words significantly impacts our mindset.
We need to give people the benefit of the doubt.
Emotional reasoning often stems from childhood experiences.
'Should' statements can create unrealistic expectations.
Awareness of filters can help reduce anxiety.
We can't see ourselves in the picture; others can help us grow.
We all face challenges that can hold us back.
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Sound Bites
"The choice of words is very important."
"Awareness of filters can reduce anxiety."
"We can't see ourselves in the picture."
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Chapters
00:00 Understanding Cognitive Distortions
04:36 The Impact of Filters on Decision Making
07:50 The Role of Language in Shaping Reality
10:33 Reframing Challenges for Growth
13:19 The Dangers of Jumping to Conclusions
15:30 Emotional Reasoning and Its Roots
17:48 The Power of 'Should' Statements
21:27 outro.mp4
In this conversation, Alfonso and Jose Luis Cadena explore the cognitive filters that influence decision-making and self-perception. They discuss various types of filters, such as all-or-nothing thinking, emotional reasoning, and the impact of language on our reality. The conversation emphasizes the importance of awareness in overcoming these filters to foster personal growth and resilience.
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IG: Alfonso Cadena
IG:Jose Luis Cadena Jr.
IG: Eminence Legacy
Facebook: Eminence Legacy
YouTube: Eminence Legacy
Website: Eminence Legacy
Website: FE26Legion
Patron: patron.podbean.com/eminencelegacy
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Takeaways
Every decision is filtered by our irrationality.
Our brain is primarily focused on survival.
All or nothing thinking can lead to unhappiness.
The choice of words significantly impacts our mindset.
We need to give people the benefit of the doubt.
Emotional reasoning often stems from childhood experiences.
'Should' statements can create unrealistic expectations.
Awareness of filters can help reduce anxiety.
We can't see ourselves in the picture; others can help us grow.
We all face challenges that can hold us back.
----more----
Sound Bites
"The choice of words is very important."
"Awareness of filters can reduce anxiety."
"We can't see ourselves in the picture."
----more----
Chapters
00:00 Understanding Cognitive Distortions
04:36 The Impact of Filters on Decision Making
07:50 The Role of Language in Shaping Reality
10:33 Reframing Challenges for Growth
13:19 The Dangers of Jumping to Conclusions
15:30 Emotional Reasoning and Its Roots
17:48 The Power of 'Should' Statements
21:27 outro.mp4
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