In this episode, my guest is Dr. Marc Brackett, Ph.D., professor of psychology at Yale University, director of the Yale Center for Emotional Intelligence, and a world expert on what emotions are, how to interpret them, and how to work with emotions to yield a more impactful, meaningful and healthier life. We explore differences between introverts and extroverts, in-person and text-based emotional communication, and how emotional suppression impacts us.
We discuss emotional intelligence and describe tools to improve emotional regulation and communication in personal and professional relationships. We also explore the role of emotions in learning, resolving conflicts, and decision-making. We also discuss bullying in kids and adults, both in person and online. This episode provides a clear and novel framework for thinking about emotions and data-supported tools to improve emotion regulation, self-awareness, and empathic attunement.
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Timestamps
00:00:00 Dr. Marc Brackett
00:02:02 Sponsors: BetterHelp, Eight Sleep & Eudēmonia
00:06:03 What is Emotional Intelligence?; Self & Others
00:11:18 Language & Emotion
00:18:52 Emojis; Anger vs. Disappointment; Behavior & Emotion
00:24:35 Sponsor: AG1
00:26:05 Parent/Teacher Support; Online Etiquette
00:31:24 Anonymity, Online Comments
00:35:46 Happiness vs. Contentment; Knowing Oneself
00:41:33 Introversion & Extroversion; Personality & Emotional Intelligence
00:51:28 Sponsor: LMNT
00:52:40 Texting & Relationships
01:00:37 Tool: Mood Meter, Energy & Pleasantness Scale
01:06:28 Emotion Suppression; Permission to Feel, Emotions Mentor
01:19:42 Discussing Feelings; Emotional Self-Awareness
01:25:00 Understanding Cause of Emotions, Stress, Envy
01:33:40 Framing Empathy, Compassionate Empathy
01:42:28 Asking Question; Tools: Reframing, Hot Air Balloon; Distancing
01:49:44 Stereotypes, “Emotional”
01:53:49 Emotions, Learning & Decision Making; Intention
02:02:43 Emotion App & Self-Awareness; Gratitude Practice
02:07:13 Bullying
02:18:06 Courage & Bullying; Emotion Education
02:25:33 Punishment; Uncle Marvin
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