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Dr. Carrie Johannson continues with our discussion on psychological flexibility and the importance of mindset in achieving a healthy and happy life. We dive into the concept of acceptance versus approval, using real-life examples to illustrate how accepting reality can lead to more empowered and flexible responses.
Uncle Marv and Dr. Carrie Johannson explore the concept of psychological flexibility, emphasizing the importance of working with the reality we have, rather than the one we wish for. They discuss how being in a mindset of psychological rigidity can lead to unhappiness and upset, and how embracing psychological flexibility allows for more nimble responses and informed decision-making.
Dr. Carrie distinguishes between acceptance and approval, highlighting that acceptance is about acknowledging what is really happening without judgment, while approval involves liking something and being happy with its presence. She uses the example of traffic to illustrate the difference between the two concepts, emphasizing that acceptance allows for a realistic assessment of options and choices, leading to a more empowered response.
The conversation shifts to personal experiences, with Uncle Marv sharing his journey of acceptance and change after retiring from sports. Dr. Carrie also shares her transformative experience in powerlifting, emphasizing the shift from pursuing "skinny" to pursuing "strong" as a more empowering and self-affirming goal. They discuss the importance of identifying personal values and choosing activities that align with those values to create an enjoyable and fulfilling fitness routine.
The episode concludes with a reflection on the significance of understanding one's motivations and making choices that resonate with individual preferences and goals. Uncle Marv and Dr. Carrie encourage listeners to prioritize health, strength, and enjoyment in their pursuit of a healthy lifestyle, emphasizing the abundance of options available for creating a personalized and fulfilling fitness journey.
=== Links from the show
Dr. Carrie's Website: https://www.selfhelponthego.com/
Self Help on the Go Book: https://amzn.to/3Uklg6t
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Website: https://www.unhealthypodcast.com/
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Website: https://www.unhealthypodcast.com/
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Psychologist, Speaker and Author
Fondly known as The Sensible Psychologist, Dr. Carrie teaches people how to navigate the inevitable ups and downs of life with more ease and joy. This life thing can be fabulous, even when it isn't perfect (and it's almost never perfect).
