About this episode
The episode discusses how to approach moments of defensiveness with mindfulness and softness instead of rigidity.
When you notice yourself gripping tightly to being right, holding tension in your body, or moving through conversations with defensiveness, pause for a moment. Soften your shoulders, lower your gaze slightly, and ask yourself: what would it feel like to meet this moment with reverence instead of control Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Topics covered
- mindfulness
- defensiveness
- self-awareness
- emotional regulation
- body tension
Keywords
- mindfulness
- defensiveness
- tension
- self-reflection
- emotional control
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