How To Stop Rumination with Dr. Emory Strickland
Episode description
In this final Twin Minds Unwind Podcast episode, Dr. Holly Batchelder interviews Dr. Emory Strickland, a licensed clinical psychologist at Equilibrium CBT specializing in anxiety disorders and OCD. They discuss the topic of rumination and its impact on mental health. They explore the difference between normal worry and rumination, highlighting the complexity of repetitive negative thinking. They discuss the triggers for rumination and how it can interfere with daily life. Dr. Strickland emphasizes the importance of building awareness and recognizing the unhelpful nature of rumination. They also discuss the role of acceptance and commitment therapy (ACT) in managing rumination and offer practical tips for overcoming it. The one thing you need to know? Overcoming procrastination is a skill that anyone can learn!00:00 Introduction and Background02:48 Defining Rumination and Its Impact08:19 Recognizing and Monitoring Rumination24:27 Strategies for Managing Rumination33:11 The Normalcy of Rumination and the Potential for ChangeResources: https://www.equilibriumcbt.com/resourcesFind us on IG: https://www.instagram.com/twinmindsunwind/Dr. Emory Strickland: https://www.equilibriumcbt.com/Dr. Holly Batchelder: https://www.hollyphd.com/-Disclaimer: This podcast provides general information and discusses mental health and related subjects. The content provided in this episode is not intended to be a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Always seek the advice of your qualified health provider with any questions you may have regarding a medical condition. Never disregard professional medical advice or delay seeking it because of something you have heard on this podcast.