In this episode, we dive deep into a new self-brain surgery operation you can use when you're feeling down and out, "microsurgery for your mood." It's a part of my ongoing mission to empower you to take control of your emotional state and find pathways to healing, hope, and higher performance. Hey, if no one else has told you lately- I'm so proud of you for investing your time in this important self-brain surgery! Today we explore how recognizing your emotional condition can be the first step in not just understanding it but actively managing it to prevent harmful behaviors and reactions. As a neurosurgeon and someone who has faced personal adversity, my approach combines scientific insights with relatable experiences. I guide you through the transformative concept that our moods and feelings are often not reflective of reality but rather neurochemical signals that can be influenced and managed. Together, we learn to get meta about our emotions, stepping outside our immediate feelings to analyze how they impact our behaviors and interactions with others. The episode presents practical tools and techniques, starting with the foundational self-brain surgery operation known as "microsurgery for your mood." This involves a systematic approach where we first acknowledge our current emotional state without judgment. By recognizing when you're feeling down, stuck, or irritable, you set the stage for meaningful change. I emphasize the importance of a gratitude shift, where you can list things you are grateful for, even in challenging times, helping to rewire your emotional responses and boost your dopamine and serotonin levels. Physical movement plays a crucial role in this process. I encourage you to embrace small, intentional actions—whether it's standing up, stretching, or engaging in light exercise to stimulate your brain’s chemistry positively. This incidentally combats the inertia that often accompanies low mood. Along with this, fostering social connections is vital. Isolation can exacerbate negative feelings, so I suggest reaching out to someone, sending a message, or simply being in the presence of others to boost your emotional state. As we go further into the practice of microsurgery, I urge you to tackle negative self-talk and challenge the distorted narratives that arise during low emotional periods. By being proactive and accomplishing even small tasks, you’ll start to build a sense of agency and accomplishment, effectively combating feelings of depression and stuckness. Addressing a range of feelings, from minor mood dips to more persistent emotional struggles, my goal is to empower you to implement these practices immediately. As you document your feelings before and after this operation, you'll chart your progress and identify the effectiveness of these methods in real-time. This episode not only prepares you for the upcoming release of my new book, *The Life-Changing Art of Self-Brain Surgery*, but also gives you actionable steps to begin your journey of emotional self-regulation and growth today. By the end, you’ll have the knowledge and tools to create a structural change in how you manage your mind and emotions. Remember, change doesn’t happen passively; it requires action, and you have the power to take charge! Let's get after it! Click here for the transcript Resources and Links My book, 2021 ECPA Memoir/Biography of the Year, I've Seen the End of You Be sure to check out my latest book, Hope Is the First Dose! Sign up for my weekly Self-Brain Surgery Newsletter here! (Get my free Thought Biopsy Worksheet when you subscribe!) Pre-order my new book, The Life-Changing Art of Self-Brain Surgery and get three amazing bonuses! (put in your order number to claim your bonuses)
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