Feb 10
Join Tracy in Episode #66 where she talks about the coronavirus, why the ADHD brain struggles so much with uncertainty and how the only thing that we have control over are our thoughts.
Discover: What Mister Rogers taught journalist Tom Junod. Why anything that is mentionable is manageable How panic comes from uncertainty and trying to control what we can’t control whether we’re talking about a pandemic or anything else What you really fear when you’re feeling uncertainty Why worrying has nothing to do with being prepared Why the journey is so important The importance of our thoughts What dictates our feelings/emotions What fear really is How the ADHD brain is motivated The formula that involves our thoughts, feelings/emotions, actions and results. How to control your thoughts What mindfulness is How mindfulness helps ADHD Who connected mindfulness with brain science ADDitudeMag’s mindfulness acronym STOP Tracy’s list of 100 experiences, observations that generate positive emotion and wouldn’t have come about but for the coronavirus.
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"If we're a negative emotion, we can't do anything we just spin."
- Tracy Otsuka
"Everything you do in your life, is because you want to feel better."
- Tracy Otsuka
"Our feelings drive all of our actions, because every action in your life is because of a feeling. And every feeling is because of a thought."
- Tracy Otsuka
- Tracy shares her concerns about the COVID-19 pandemic and how it affects her ADHD brain, including overactive thoughts and fears.
- Tracy emphasizes the importance of controlling one's thoughts to manage feelings and move forward in life, using mindfulness as a tool for self-awareness.
- Tracy discusses the movie "A Beautiful Day in the Neighborhood" and its portrayal of Mr. Rogers' mission to teach children about their emotions.
[09:43 - 22:37] The Role of Thoughts in Emotions and Actions
- Tracy discusses the importance of talking about fears and anxieties to dissipate them, citing Fred Rogers' quote that anything mentionable is manageable.
- Tracy shares examples of how seemingly negative events can lead to positive outcomes, and how our thoughts and emotions play a crucial role in shaping our experiences.
- Tracy explains how thoughts create emotions like fear and safety, using the stock market and personal safety as examples.
[22:37 - 31:33] Managing Anxiety During Coronavirus Using Mindfulness Techniques
- Tracy suggests using the acronym "stop" to pause and observe thoughts and feelings during challenging situations.
- Tracy encourages listeners to observe their thoughts without judgment, recognizing that they have control over their choices and actions, but not over external events.
- Tracy suggests focusing on uplifting and inspiring content during difficult times, and taking deep breaths to observe thoughts and proceed with more awareness.
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