273. Stress Series - 03 - Awareness: Naming Stress in the Moment
Episode Summary:
In this episode, Dr. Ali Novitsky, MD, your favorite obesity medicine doctor & fitness guru, continues her exploration of stress management, building on insights from previous episodes. She recaps the physiology of stress and the six identified stress types: Assertive, Control, Validation, Isolation, Catastrophizing, and Impulsivity. Understanding one’s stress type is emphasized as crucial, since it allows individuals to tailor their approach to managing stress more effectively.
Dr. Novitsky introduces a powerful tool: “Name It to Tame It.” By identifying and naming emotions, people can significantly reduce their intensity and regain control over stress levels. She shares a story about a child’s first day at a new school, illustrating how naming feelings of anxiety helped her manage emotions more effectively.
The discussion highlights the importance of noticing where emotions are felt in the body and how describing these sensations can be as effective as naming them. Dr. Novitsky encourages listeners to take 90 seconds to sit with their emotions, breathe, and practice mindfulness as a way to regulate emotional responses.
Breathwork is presented as a simple yet powerful strategy for emotional regulation, and Dr. Novitsky encourages the audience to integrate this practice. As the episode concludes, listeners are reminded to take the stress type test linked in the show notes, which will be helpful for the ongoing series. She also announces the upcoming Transform® 10 program — focused on emotional regulation and stress management, beginning in January.
Dr. Ali invites everyone to continue exploring these vital topics together and to discover ways to transform stress into a superpower.
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Chapters
00:00:00 - Introduction to Stress Management An overview of the podcast series on stress, including previous episodes and the importance of understanding stress types.
00:01:11 - The Six Stress Types Discussion of the six identified stress types: Assertive, Control, Validation, Isolation, Catastrophizing, and Impulsivity.
00:02:05 - Stress as a Health Priority The significance of stress management and its acceptance compared to physical health issues.
00:03:19 - Name It to Tame It Introduction of the tool for emotional awareness and regulation, emphasizing the importance of naming emotions.
00:04:11 - Real-Life Application: A Personal Story A personal anecdote about the host's daughter experiencing anxiety on her first day at a new school.
00:06:00 - The Power of Naming Emotions Explaining how identifying emotions can reduce their intensity and help in managing stress.
00:08:07 - Describing Physical Sensations The importance of recognizing and describing physical sensations associated with emotions.
00:10:05 - Emotional Processing and Family Dynamics Insights into family discussions about emotions and the role of shared experiences in emotional regulation.
00:12:05 - The 90-Second Rule Explaining the significance of the 90-second timeframe for processing emotions and the role of breathwork.
00:13:43 - Breathwork Techniques Introduction to breathwork as a tool for emotional regulation and its accessibility in various situations.
00:15:10 - Engaging in Fun Breathing Exercises A light-hearted approach to practicing breathwork with family to enhance emotional regulation.
00:17:39 - The Superpower of Emotional Awareness Encouragement to embrace emotional awareness and the benefits of understanding one's feelings.
00:18:31 - Upcoming Programs and Resources Information about the Transform® 10 program and the importance of enrolling for further support in stress management.
Resources:
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