In your toughest moments, do you ever find yourself impatiently saying things like, “I’m stressed,” or, “This is all just too much!” If so, here’s a quick mental tip that will help you navigate challenging emotions (and it will probably improve your relationships, too).
Ask yourself: “What are two other ways to describe how I’m feeling right now?”
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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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