Kicking Habits

# 22 Emotions, Choices & Growth

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Carol shares her eventful week, marked by ups and downs, inviting listeners into her personal journey.


  • The anticipation of an online conference, a networking group, and technical issues that derailed her plans.
    • A heartfelt concern about her son's ADHD medication delay and the challenging situation it created.
      • A disagreement with her spouse, emphasizing the realities of everyday life.
        • Carol introduces the central theme: taking responsibility for our emotions and reactions, avoiding the blame game.
          • The importance of viewing situations from different perspectives and gaining valuable insights.
            • Carol's personal journey of learning to cope with challenging emotions and unhealthy coping mechanisms.
              • The concept of self-soothing and sitting with uncomfortable feelings instead of suppressing them.
                • Practical tools for managing emotions: self-reflection, self-talk awareness, and self-compassion.
                  • Encouragement for listeners to recognize their power in shaping their day and not letting external factors dictate their mood.
                    • The importance of recognizing the toxic impact of negative thoughts and the role of wisdom in decision-making.
                      • A call to choose positivity and self-regulated thoughts, highlighting the significance of personal choices.
                        • Carol's closing message underscores the power of self-awareness and personal responsibility in shaping our lives.


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                          Kicking HabitsBy Carol Urry