166. Perfectionism & Achieving Impossible Goals

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537. Coaching Hotline: What Does Nervous System Regulation Actually Mean?

What does nervous system regulation actually mean, and how does it relate to your emotions? In this Coaching Hotline episode, I answer a listener’s question about the difference between feeling an emotion, experiencing nervous system activation, and being “regulated.”I explain wh ...  Show more

536. How to Stop Avoiding Your Problems (Classics)

Have you ever avoided dealing with a problem because facing it felt too overwhelming, uncomfortable, or scary? In this episode, I share a story from my own life that shows exactly how much worse problems can become when we avoid addressing them. We’ll look at why your brain is so ...  Show more

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