Uncomfortable emotions such as anger, guilt, or loneliness are like the guiding beam from a lighthouse: they warn you of dangers ahead and help you navigate a meaningful life more effectively. Dr. Laurie Santos and I talk about why many of us choose to ignore “negative” feelings or suppress them when we should be engaging with them in a way that helps us understand what they are signaling.
Susan David
Susan David, Ph.D. is one of the world’s leading management thinkers and an award-winning Harvard Medical School psychologist. Her TED Talk on the topic of emotional agility has been seen by more than 10 million people. She is a frequent contributor to the New York Times, Washington Post, and Wall Street Journal and often appears on national radio and television. Learn more.
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