Take control of your emotions and reactions for a more grounded, harmonious life.

Why does it feel like everything demands an immediate response? From road rage to social media outrage, we’re constantly being pulled into emotional reactions — often before we even realize it.

In this episode, I explore the psychology behind reactivity and the power of non-reaction — drawing from Stoicism, Buddhism, and modern psychology. You’ll learn how to recognize when you’re being emotionally hijacked, and how to step into awareness instead of reactivity.

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🎬 Chapters:

00:00 – Start

00:15 – Introduction to Non-Reaction

00:43 – Story: Just Say Thank You

04:27 – Impulse Ascent

05:26 – Identifying What Ascent Feels Like

06:46 – The Benefits of Non-Reaction

09:17 – The Three Day Rule

11:25 – Meditation

16:55 – Intentional Engagement

21:00 – Curate Your Inputs

23:20 – The Power of Silence