logo
episode-header-image
May 2020
33m 15s

294 - Why "Positive Vibes Only" Won't Ma...

Quickanddirtytips.com
About this episode

Think positive! Just get over it! Avoid toxic negativity! Can we really manipulate our emotions like that? Harvard psychologist and bestselling author Dr. Susan David explains emotional agility, a revolutionary way of approaching difficult emotions.

Read the transcript.

Check out all the Quick and Dirty Tips shows.

Subscribe to the newsletter for regular updates.

Join the conversation on Facebook and Twitter.

Links:
https://www.quickanddirtytips.com/health-fitness/mental-health/emotional-agility
https://www.quickanddirtytips.com/podcasts
https://www.quickanddirtytips.com/subscribe
https://www.facebook.com/savvypsychologist
https://twitter.com/qdtsavvypsych

Up next
Yesterday
How 'Buy Now, Pay Later' companies use psychology to hook you
"Buy Now, Pay Later" (BNPL) can feel like a "treat yourself" pass, but it's not magic; it's psychology. This episode looks at why BNPL systems are so seductive, especially for those with financial instability or emotional trauma. We also look at actionable steps to manage BNPL us ... Show More
10m 27s
Jul 2
Why making friends as an adult is so hard (and how to fix it)
Are you feeling lonely? Hear why making and keeping friends as an adult is harder than ever, and learn evidence-based strategies to build meaningful connections in a world that prioritizes productivity over people.Transcript: https://savvy-psychologist.simplecast.com/episodes/mak ... Show More
13m 7s
Jun 25
Understanding narcissism in relationships, with Dr. Khadijah Cyril
Dr. Monica Johnson is joined by Dr. Khadijah Cyril to discuss narcissistic personality disorder (NPD) and how it differs from typical harmful behaviors like lying and cheating. They explore the dynamics of relationships involving NPD, the influence of modern dating apps, and offe ... Show More
44m 20s
Recommended Episodes
Jul 2022
Why Emotional Agility Is The Most Important Skill You Need To Know EP 1297
Dr. Susan David is one of the world’s leading management thinkers and an award-winning Harvard Medical School psychologist. She has spent the past two decades studying how the way we navigate our emotions shapes everything that matters: our actions, careers, relationships, health ... Show More
1h 28m
Sep 2021
Neuroscientist Shows You HOW TO STOP Stress, Anxiety and NEGATIVE Emotions In Their Tracks
So, you’re up early, get the kids ready (or not), grab a coffee and you’re running out the door to start another- busy day. The problem is everyday is a busy day, and the reality is that a majority of women (and men too) never feel like there are enough hours in the day. This lea ... Show More
51m 23s
Dec 2021
Episode 17: How To Be Emotionally Intelligent
Most of us were taught as children that our emotions were wrong or bad. Some of us were punished for crying or told to not get angry. This makes us disconnected from our emotions as adults. In this episode, you’ll learn hope to have a new relationship with your emotions to create ... Show More
21m 56s
Sep 2023
Intelligence émotionnelle : la gestion des émotions #160
Dans cet épisode numéro 160, le thérapeute Mathieu Péré-Escamps nous en dit plus sur l'intelligence émotionnelle : la gestion des émotions. Sur le podcast de Psychologue.net, nous nous dédions à donner des pistes et à résoudre des problèmes du quotidien pour améliorer votre b ... Show More
31m 7s
Dec 2021
5 Steps to Better Emotional Wellness - Episode 57
It’s never been a more important time to prioritize emotional wellness. The National Center For Emotional Wellness defines emotional wellness as "an awareness, understanding, and acceptance of our feelings, and our ability to manage effectively through challenges and change." Lea ... Show More
16m 42s
Apr 2024
#768 - Dr K HealthyGamer - How To Control Your Emotions & Become Mentally Strong
Dr K is a psychiatrist, Harvard Medical School instructor, co-founder of Healthy GamerGG, Twitch streamer and a YouTuber.Humans face a predicament that has never been seen before, a massive overload of stimulation. The effect of constant exposure to social media, video games, and ... Show More
2h 7m
Oct 2022
Dr Emily - Rejection Sensitivity
None of us like to feel rejected. Whether it be at work, with friends, or on a date. In this Dr Emisode, Dr Emily - our very own psychologist - tells Hugh, Ryan and Josh why some of us have a sensitivity to rejection. She explains what we can do about it, and how we can act compa ... Show More
1h 5m
Aug 2023
381: Summer Series: How To Get Rid of Negative Emotions
Grief, anger, sadness, fear…YUCK! I don’t know anyone who likes to feel these emotions.    I get emails from you guys all the time asking how to get rid of “negative” emotions like these.   But are these emotions really negative? Or do they serve a purpose in our lives?   While s ... Show More
26m 11s