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Oct 2024
26m 10s

Do you allow yourself to feel joy?

CINDY HOVINGTON, PH.D.
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What if you could turn fleeting happiness into lasting joy and protect yourself from worry and self-doubt? In the latest Curious Neuron podcast, join me, Cindy, as we explore the connection between joy and emotional regulation. We’ll dive into neuroscience and the insights of Brené Brown to tackle the fears and anxieties that often block joy.

Let’s rethink joy—not as material things, but as simple pleasures and meaningful moments. Learn how savoring these moments can boost your resilience, happiness, and emotional health. We'll share stories and challenge you to a week of joy-savoring. By embracing joy, we can model emotional resilience for ourselves and our children. Don’t miss out on making joy a key part of your life!

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Related Curious Neuron Podcast Episodes:

  1. The science of happiness with Stephanie Harrison
  2. You don't have to create a new you
  3. I don't have time for myself 

Curious Neuron blog posts:
Emotional Intelligence: Building a Home Where Emotions Thrive
Understanding Emotion Regulation: Key to Mental Health for Parents


Sources:

  1. Jose, P. E., Lim, B. T., & Bryant, F. B. (2012) – Study on savoring and its link to life satisfaction, showing that people who actively savor joyful moments experience less anxiety and more happiness.
  2. Brackett, M. A., Rivers, S. E., & Salovey, P. (2011) – Research on emotional intelligence and how allowing oneself to experience joy positively impacts emotional regulation and mental well-being.
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