Episode 83: How to Turn Anger, Sadness, and Fear Into Powerful Allies
b"Most people feel anger, sadness, or fear at some point during the day. It's normal to feel these emotions. The question is, what will you do when they show up: Will you let them sabotage you? Or will you turn them into your allies?\\nIn today\\u2019s episode, I teach you the skills you need to turn these feelings into your allies so that you can experience more joy and healthier boundaries. Here\\u2019s what we cover:\\n1. The #1 question to ask yourself (6:38)\\n2. How anger is trying to help (6:53)\\n3. What to do when you feel sadness (11:03)\\n4. An illustration from one of my favorite movies (15:11)\\n5. Why we need fear (19:41)\\n6. A powerful exercise to use at any time (29:00)\\nFill out the The Best of You Podcast Survey (5 randomly selected participants will win free books!)\\nFind a full transcript and list of resources from this episode here.\\nDo you have questions for Dr. Alison?\\u2060 Leave them here.\\nWant to receive free bonus content? \\u2060\\u2060Sign up for my free weekly email here.\\nThanks to our sponsors:\\nGo to \\u2060www.organifi.com/bestofyou\\u2060 today and use code BESTOFYOU for 20% off your order today.\\nGo to AquaTru.com and enter code BESTOFYOU at checkout to get 20% OFF any AquaTru purifier!\\nGet 35% off your first order of Sundays. Go to SundaysForDogs.com/BESTOFYOU or use code BESTOFYOU at checkout.\\nThis episode is sponsored by BetterHelp. Give online therapy a try at betterhelp.com/BESTOFYOU and get on your way to being your best self.\\nRelated Episodes:\\nEpisode 80: Navigating Overwhelming Emotions\\u20142 Essential Steps to Bring Calm to the Chaos Within\\nEpisode 81: Finding God Through Your Feelings\\u2014How to Practice the Presence of God No Matter What You\\u2019re Feeling\\nEpisode 82: Why We Overreact\\u2014How Big Emotions Can Help You Unburden Past Hurts\\nMusic by Andy Luiten\\nSound editing by Kelly Kramarik\\nWhile Dr. Cook is a counselor, the content of this podcast and any of the products provided by Dr. Cook are not specific counseling advice nor are they a substitute for individual counseling. The content and products provided on this podcast are for informational purposes only.\\nLearn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices"