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Feb 2023
14m 6s

How to Stop Overthinking Decisions and O...

Therapy in a Nutshell -Emma McAdam
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When you get overwhelmed by making a choice, when you can’t decide between A and B, you often settle for C or you end up paralyzed, procrastinating, or making no decision at all. In this video you’ll learn the 3 underlying causes of decision paralysis, and 2 keys to overcoming it. And I'll give you a hint, it has to do with emotion regulation and executive f ... Show More
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