This episode explains how to observe rather than be overwhelmed by your feelings. It also highlights the power of speaking to yourself in the third person to turn down emotional intensity, manage anxiety and improve performance under stress. Practical exercises for implementing these techniques are provided to help listeners climb out of the emotional mud puddle and achieve better emotional regulation and clarity.
00:35 Recap of Last Episode: Approaching Anxiety
01:17 Introduction to Defusing from Emotions
01:48 Understanding Defusion: Right and Wrong Ways
02:05 Defusing Techniques: Observing Emotions
05:51 Using Third Person Pronouns for Emotional Distance
07:55 Research Insights: Third Person Self-Talk
16:10 Practical Exercises for Defusion
18:04 Conclusion and Final Thoughts
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