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What’s emotional avoidance? How do we push down our emotions? According to David R. Hawkins, most of us carry unhelpful emotions because we fear them. Instead of confronting them, we avoid dealing with the emotions, so they stay with us. Let’s look at ways we unhealthily avoid negative emotions.
What are the benefits of letting go of unhelpful emotions? How are these negative feelings destroying your relationships? David R. Hawkins cites that there are tangible benefits you can experience if you release unhelpful emotions. These benefits will rid you of self-imposed limitations, improve your relationships, and protect your health. Continue reading for more information about these life-changing benefits.
Have negative emotions been preventing you from living your best life? Do you know how to release negative emotions from the body? David R. Hawkins argues that the best way to handle unhelpful emotions is to completely release them. Once you learn how to do this, you’ll feel less attached to external experiences and objects. Here’s how to let go of the emotions you’ve been desperately avoiding.
What if you applied martial arts principles to communication? What difference could it make in your ability to make your message heard? George Thompson argues that Verbal Judo is the most effective way to resolve conflicts and respond to confrontations. He explains each of his method’s principles and how to apply them, even under pressure. Continue reading for an overview of Verbal Judo: The Gentle Art of Persuasion by George Thompson.
What are low-frequency emotions? How can you use negative emotions for good? David R. Hawkins states that low-frequency emotions attract negative experiences and hinder personal growth and success. Three of the most common negative emotions are grief, fear, and anger. Discover more about these three low-frequency emotions and how to healthily manage them.
How is Verbal Judo applied to law enforcement? What happens when police officers practice empathy? Law enforcement trainer and English professor George Thompson wrote Verbal Judo to explain how to handle any tense situation calmly. He argues that, in a high-pressure situation, it’s most effective to act as if you’re practicing judo. Keep reading to learn about Verbal Judo for law enforcement.
What’s the frequency of fear? Does fear take over your life? According to David R. Hawkins, one emotion with a low frequency is fear. Because fear has been connected with survival throughout our evolution, it’s highly pervasive and manifests in many different ways. Continue reading to learn how to free yourself from fear.
What difference does empathy make in communication? How can it help you de-escalate tense moments? According to law enforcement trainer and English professor George Thompson, empathy is a powerful tool when you need to introduce calm into a high-stress situation. He presents empathy as a fundamental tool in the Verbal Judo toolbox. Continue reading to learn about the importance of empathy in communication and how to use it to read people.
What are high-vibration emotions? What are the benefits of these emotions? David R. Hawkins states that to reach an ultimate state of peace, you must release unhelpful feelings and make room for beneficial ones. These positive emotions attract success and fulfillment with their high frequencies. Let’s examine three of the most powerful positive emotions: courage, love, and peace.
What is mushin? Is it the same as mindfulness? How can it help you remain calm and even de-escalate a high-stress situation? A core skill in Verbal Judo is cultivating a mindset called mushin (wushin in Chinese), which practitioners of many Japanese and Chinese martial arts aim to achieve. In his book Verbal Judo, George Thompson explains mushin and how you can cultivate it and use it to great advantage. Read more to learn what mushin is and how to apply it.