When An Emotional Reactivity Storm Hits & Negative Thoughts Start Spiraling (Equanimity & Mental Health Series p. 2) [49]

Joy Lab | strengthen your mental health with the science of joy · Mar 8, 2023 · 1m

In this episode, we're working on how to navigate through emotional storms with equanimity, paying special attention to that phase of an emotional storm when the physical response fires up and our thoughts kick in. Most of the time, our thoughts are slower than our physical response, leaving us with a stressful surge of sensations that can add fuel to what are often negative, unconscious thoughts. Equanimity is a powerful tool to use to help us stay present with the physical sensations and avoid latching on to negative and intrusive thoughts that can keep us spiraling. About: The Joy Lab…