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Summary:
In this episode, Stamina Lab co-founders Dr. Deborah Teplow and Glen Lubbert explore the concept of emotional mastery, emphasizing that it is not merely about remaining calm but about staying connected to what truly matters during emotionally charged moments.
They introduce the CALM framework, which consists of six powerful questions designed to help individuals build emotional agility and align their actions with their values. The conversation delves into each component of the framework, providing insights on how to clarify priorities, anchor positive changes, leverage imagination, take effective action, and reflect on personal growth.
Takeaways:
- Emotional mastery involves staying connected to what matters.
- The CALM framework helps build emotional agility.
- Clarifying what counts is essential for intentional action.
- Anchoring change in past successes reinforces positive behavior.
- Leveraging imagination can help visualize future success.
- Effective action is about aligning behavior with values.
- Reflection on experiences fosters self-efficacy and growth.
- Emotional intensity can be transformed into a backdrop for action.
- Continual learning is key to emotional mastery.
- You are your own best coach in this journey.
Timestamps:
- 00:00 Introduction to Emotional Mastery
- 03:59 The CALM Framework Explained
- 06:50 Clarifying What Counts
- 10:26 Anchoring Change in What’s Working
- 17:31 Leveraging the Power of Imagination
- 18:44 Moving into Effective Action
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