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EPISODE · Jul 14, 2024 · 18 MIN

The Complaining Trap

from Living Well with PMDD

Does it feel like complaining is helpful? While it can feel productive, Heidi argues that it doesn't lead us to the results we want. Take aways*Sometimes we complain because we are trying to make things better. But it doesn't work.*Even if we get what will satisfy the complaint, we don't feel better. *Venting is not always a good thing.*Feel emotion rather than skipping over it or avoiding it.*Your body is very able to take care of anger if you allow it to.Time stamps01:28 Why we complain02:36 Sometimes we complain to fit in04:04 We don't complain when we are satisfied or feeling happy05:29 Complaining can be a habit06:58 Even if we get what will satisfy the complaint, we don't FEEL better. 08:31 What things DO happen when we complain?08:38 Hypothetical example... I get fired from my job08:53 Look at the WHAT rather than the WHY10:16 Possible actions that will come from anger11:18 Has any good come from the complaining?12:36 The results of Hypothetical Heidi's complaints13:08 Feeling emotion 16:30 Analogy of barfing everywhere vs in the toiletWant more support? ❤️Click here to talk with me. I'm currently offering a free 20 minute consultation call to help you get clear on where you are and how to get to a better place. Free resources:Heidi's websiteHeidi's YouTubeMusic Music- Island Breeze by Surf House Productions | https://surf-house-productions.bandcamp.com Music promoted by https://www.free-stock-music.com

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Does it feel like complaining is helpful? While it can feel productive, Heidi argues that it doesn't lead us to the results we want. Take aways *Sometimes we complain because we are trying to make things better. But it doesn't work. *Even if we get what will satisfy the complaint, we don't feel better. *Venting is not always a good thing. *Feel emotion rather than skipping over it or avoiding it. *Your body is very able to take care of anger if you allow it to. Time stamps 01:28 Why we co...

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