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EPISODE · Oct 27, 2025 · 11 MIN

When to Trust Your Emotions (and When Not to)

from Calm Your Caveman · host Dr. Adriana Jarvis Twitchell

Are your emotions trying to help you — or just hijacking your day? In this episode, we break down a clear, science-backed way to know when to trust your emotions and when to let them pass like weather. You'll learn: • Why emotions aren’t commands, they’re information• How to uncover what matters more than how you feel in the moment• A practical framework for deciding whether to act, or simply observe• Why you don't need to wait to feel better in order to start living your lifeTimestamps00:30 — The core question: Should I act on this emotion or not?02:00 — Why chasing happiness backfires.03:18 — What research says produces real well-being.04:40 — Values vs. feelings: the powerful “If fear weren’t an issue…” questions.06:52 — When to ride the emotion vs. when to wait and watch.09:10  — Kindness narrative: Money just in time.For full shownotes, including resources mentioned, go to: https://www.calmyourcaveman.com/episodes/when-to-trust-your-emotionsSend us Fan Mail🌐 https://www.calmyourcaveman.com

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Are your emotions trying to help you — or just hijacking your day? In this episode, we break down a clear, science-backed way to know when to trust your emotions and when to let them pass like weather. You'll learn: • Why emotions aren’t commands, they’re information • How to uncover what matters more than how you feel in the moment • A practical framework for deciding whether to act, or simply observe • Why you don't need to wait to feel better in order to start living your life Timestam...

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