Believe in your ability to weather any number of tough emotions and emerge as a more connected, compassionate individual on the other side.

When 'let it go' isn't entirely possible, 'hold it lightly' is a close second. This means not taking yourself or your experiences too seriously. It means looking at your situation from a distance to try and take in the bigger picture.

When you go beyond the obvious umbrella term to identify exactly what you’re feeling, you’re more able to discern the cause of your emotions.

This allows you to take the next steps that are right for you.

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Let me know if you're reading Emotional Agility this weekend.

Thank you Mandy Herold for the lovely photo.

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Anxiety might be highlighting that you care deeply about a project and you’re invested in its success.

Frustration may point to confusion or a lack of communication with someone you care about. Loneliness signals your need for connection.

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Emotional agility isn’t only about understanding your emotions. It’s about knowing how to slow down and mindfully respond even while you’re experiencing an emotion that’s challenging or uncomfortable.

Susan David, Ph.D. I read the book years ago, I guess in 2017.

By far, it is one of the best books I have read on the topic of being flexible and adaptive with our emotions rather than suppressing or ignoring them. Thanks Susan!

The next edition of the Emotional Agility newsletter is all about a topic that is often accompanied by a heaping spoonful of shame: habit change. We know we want to change a habit, yet we find ourselves continually unable to follow through. Shame just isn't an effective motivator

Emotional Agility helps us to navigate life’s twists and turns with self-acceptance, clear-sightedness, and an open mind. This process isn’t about ignoring difficult emotions and thoughts. It’s about holding those emotions and thoughts loosely, facing them with courage and

If you're stuck in the wrong job (or in the wrong field), work can feel like an increasingly narrow space. Tweaking your job can turn a dead end job into a launchpad.

Be willing to think outside the box (or cubicle) and approach your situation with creativity and confidence.

'Unless we can process, navigate and be comfortable with the full range of our emotions, we won’t learn to be resilient.” youtube.com/watch?utm_camp…

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Give yourself the freedom to change, grow, and evolve with the world around you, starting with the personal narratives you tell.

How can you embrace your softness and your humanity today?

Look for what resonates with you, makes you slow down, and helps you to walk through the world with more compassion for yourself and others.

Courage: “This is so hard, but I choose to trust in my ability to be resilient.”
Curiosity: “Is there anything I can learn from this situation?”
Self-compassion: “I don’t feel capable right now, but I know that I am smart, resourceful, and have the capacity to rebuild.”

Today, I'm so excited to speak at #LyraBreakthrough , Lyra's annual conference to “break through” on the tough issues surrounding workforce mental health.

Emotional agility is at the heart of mental health, wellbeing, leadership, culture, collaboration,

After watching Susan David, Ph.D. TED Talks just now I just took her Emotional Agility quiz! I scored well with some work to do to improve my agility …. Assess your Emotional Agility and get a free, personalized 10-page report. quiz.susandavid.com/s3/EAIQ

When we perceive someone as successful, it’s easy to think they possess some kind of “untouchable magic.”

But the magic of success isn’t something that you either possess or you don’t. It’s a combination of support, circumstances, luck, effort, and more.

Our thoughts come fully accessorized with images, symbols, judgments, inferences, and actions. This gives our mental life vibrancy, but it can also leave us at the mercy of intrusive ideas—whether they’re true or not. Remember who is in charge.

We love the Susan David, Ph.D. series of drawings which summarise beautifully core coaching concepts and frameworks. So relatable. What story tell yourself about yourself that you find difficult to shake? Fixed 'v' growth mindset and how to take that step forward... #GrowthMindset