12. Negativity Bias

Do you tend to shut down and emotionally check out when things feel difficult? Or maybe you take over and try to control every outcome. In this episode, I explain why these two reactions are actually two sides of the same coin: attempts to avoid uncomfortable thoughts and feeling ...  Show more

Do you believe that if you stop criticizing yourself, your work will suffer? This week, I answer a Coaching Hotline question from a listener who worries that letting go of perfectionism will make her less motivated, less productive, or less successful. Tune in to hear why I belie ...  Show more

Why do we tend to be so much more focused on the negative aspects of life than the positive? What happens in our brain when our minds are predisposed to negativity. In this episode of the podcast, the Amens discuss negativity bias, and why we should be active in transforming our ...  Show more

Ever wonder why your brain seems wired to focus on the bad stuff? Well, it’s not your fault—it’s an ancient survival mechanism that our ancestors passed down to us. But don’t worry, we’re not stuck with it!

We’ll chat about how this negativity bias influences everything ...

On this episode, I talk about my experiences with negative thoughts and why they can be difficult to ignore. Our brains are plastic, which means we can strengthen and weaken neural pathways. The more emotion you give a thought, the more you strengthen your grip over it. I talk ...

Our brain is wired to think negative, It's the way it keeps us safe. But thinking negative, is only giving the mind/Amygdala more of a reason to stay on high alert.  It tells our mind we aren't safe.  Join me as we talk about why this happens and learn an easier way to ...