Emotional Literacy for All

In episode 40 of Outside The Bubble we’re covering the 8 Characteristics of Emotion Theory and the importance of identifying and processing emotions for resiliency.   #1: The emotional mind is quicker than the rational mind.  #2: When we are emotionally aroused our emotions carry a sense of certainty  #3: Emotions sacrifice accuracy for speed #4 Emotions chose us we don’t choose them  #5 Emotions are associative  #6 Emotions cause us to react to the present as if it were the past  #7 The emotional mind is state specific  #8 The emotional mind is normally in balance with the rational mind  Article I mention on resilience: https://www.theglobeandmail.com/opinion/article-put-down-the-self-help-books-resilience-is-not-a-diy-endeavour/ Tag me on twitter @ideasmashing or on Instagram @outsidethebubblepodcast and let me know how many emotions you came up with.