QUICK TIPS: How Not to Take Things Personally
About this episode
Dr. Jeremy Pollack discusses the emotional trap of taking things personally and offers strategies to overcome it.
Episode Summary: In this episode, Dr. Jeremy Pollack explores one of the most common emotional traps we fall into—taking things personally. Whether it’s a curt email, a dismissive look, or tough feedback, it’s easy to assume it’s about us. But in most cases, it’s not. Dr. Pollack breaks down why we take things personally, how it affects our nervous system and workplace relationships, and five practical strategies to stop the spiral before it starts. What You’ll Learn: ✅ Why we’re wired to t...
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