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Episode description
Summary
In this episode, Dr. Mya explores the theme of not letting external chaos or circumstances change the essence of who you are. She shares a personal experience of communication breakdown and feeling misunderstood, highlighting the common emotions of hurt and confusion. Dr. Mya emphasizes the importance of acknowledging and managing emotions without letting them dominate our actions. She encourages listeners to focus on controlling their own behavior and not letting others dictate their self-worth. By embracing emotions, maintaining independence, and viewing every experience as a learning opportunity, we can stay true to ourselves and thrive in the storm.
Takeaways
Acknowledge and manage your emotions without letting them dominate your actions.
Focus on controlling your own behavior and not letting others dictate your self-worth.
View every experience, even unfavorable ones, as an opportunity to learn and grow.
Guard your heart and be vigilant about what influences you.
Chapters
00:00 Introduction
00:35 External Chaos and Self-Identity
03:22 Emotions as Indicators, Not Dictators
04:20 Not Letting Others Control Your Self-Worth
05:38 Controlling Your Own Behavior
06:08 Reacting Differently with a Values-Based Approach
07:39 The Golden Rule and Love in Challenging Situations
09:12 Remaining Anchored in Who You Are
10:32 Learning and Growing from Unfavorable Situations
11:58 Guarding Your Heart and Influences
12:53 Transformative Questions for Empowerment
15:21 Exercise: Reflecting and Taking Action
16:17 Thriving in the Storm
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