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UE #9: On self compassion
In this episode, I introduce the concept of self compassion. And then I lead you into a short 7 minute guided meditation on self compassion.
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Published on 5 years, 8 months ago
UE #8: Distraction - The biggest enemy of emotional fitness
In this episode, I talk about distraction, which I think is the biggest mistake that prevents emotional fitness. This is more relevant than ever amidst all the coronavirus self isolation.
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Published on 5 years, 8 months ago
UE #7: Facts, fear, and the coronavirus
I talk about the thing that's in all our minds: the coronavirus pandemic. This is not an episode about the figures, or the epidemiology or the precautions. Instead, I've shared my two cents on how to…
Published on 5 years, 8 months ago
UE #6: Why bother with emotional intelligence?
Let's take a step back, and think about why even bother with emotional intelligence. What's the payoff, and what's the problem in the ft place? Listen to this episode to find out!
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Published on 5 years, 9 months ago
UE #5: How meditation can help build emotional intelligence (includes a 10 minute guided meditation)
Always wanted to learn meditation, but weren't sure how exactly it helps? In this episode, I explain how meditation can help specifically with emotional intelligence. I've made this episode keeping s…
Published on 5 years, 9 months ago
UE #4: Why exactly is humility a virtue?
What is humility? Is it the same as self-deprecation? And can being more humble help us learn things better? Find out in this episode.
Books recommended in this episode are Lying by Sam Harris and Ult…
Published on 5 years, 9 months ago
UE #3: Acceptance is the foundation of emotional intelligence
I explain the importance of acceptance in developing emotional intelligence. A brief discussion about Jonathan Haidt's work, and a brief discussion about the phenomenon of 'being bad at math' are inc…
Published on 5 years, 9 months ago
UE #2: How gratitude can help with perfectionism
In which, I explain why I think gratitude can be used as an antidote to perfectionism. I would love to hear what you think about the show. Does not have to be some elaborate comment, a simple sentenc…
Published on 5 years, 10 months ago
UE #1: Why I'm making this show
In which, I explain why I am making this show. I would love to hear what you think about the show. Does not have to be some elaborate comment, a simple sentence would do. Write to me using this form
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Published on 5 years, 10 months ago