In this episode of the RWS Clinician’s Corner, Margaret Floyd Barry dives into the subject of emotional mastery and confidence-building with the brilliant Dr. Joan Rosenberg. Together we unpack transformative tools for handling emotions, overcoming imposter syndrome, embracing vulnerability, and mastering communication. We discuss the critical difference between speaking and truly communicating, and gain insights into tackling self-criticism and anxiety, particularly among high-achieving women.

 

We discuss: 

• Practical strategies for managing urges and overcoming self-doubt

• The critical importance of both experiencing and expressing our emotions

• Emotional resources when working with anxiety and other similar feelings

• The power of voice in expressing thoughts, feelings, and needs

• Reframing imposter syndrome and embracing vulnerability 

• How to handle hard emotions and fist recognizing the ways we use distraction to avoid uncomfortable feelings 

• Increasing emotional intelligence and self-awareness 

• Counteracting self-criticism by shifting our self-talk and recognizing thoughts as distractions
  
  

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Timestamps: 

00:00 Dr. Joan created safe spaces at business events.

06:34 Exploring imposter syndrome and overcoming self-doubt.

14:53 Navigating vulnerability in the "fake it" mindset.

20:35 Self-criticism can warp self-perception significantly.

22:55 Harsh self-criticism distracts from unpleasant feelings.

28:26 Lean into uncomfortable feelings; understand and ride.

34:33 Identify triggers, experience feelings, use disappointment constructively.

38:58 Allow vulnerability, express feelings to reduce anxiety.

42:40 Transforming self-criticism into empowerment in training.

53:10 Overcoming childhood fears through social interactions.

54:36 Anxiety awareness leads to informed, smooth decisions.

01:01:00 Withdrawals and cravings require mindful emotional responses.

01:09:10 Handle emotions, protect, connect, create; experience feelings.

01:10:55 Follow, review, share; suggest topics or guests.

 

Speaker bio: 

Joan Rosenberg, PhD, psychologist, is a best-selling author, corporate wellness consultant, and media expert who is known as an acclaimed speaker and trainer on communication, confidence, resilience, authenticity, and grief. As a three-time TEDx speaker and member of the Association of Transformational Leaders, she has been recognized globally for her innovative Emotional Mastery / confidence building approach, and for her thought leadership and global influence in personal development. Dr. Rosenberg has served as a mental health media consultant for documentaries, print, radio, television, and digital outlets. She is a professor of psychology at Pepperdine University. Her latest book is 90 Seconds to a Life You Love: How to Master Your Difficult Feelings to Cultivate Lasting Confidence, Resilience, and Authenticity.

Connect with Dr. Joan Rosenberg: 

Website: DrJoanRosenberg.com

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/drjrosenberg/

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/drjoanrosenberg/ 

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/joanirosenbergphd/

Twitter: https://twitter.com/DrJoanRosenberg

Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCmjS2B2L5_mszCOeXtF_FsQ

Keywords: 

emotional intelligence, self-criticism, imposter syndrome, vulnerability, emotional validation, mindfulness, positive affirmations, self-doubt, emotional mastery, communication skills, emotional regulation, functional health, resilience, authenticity, anxiety management, emotional expression, imposter phenomenon, self-reflection, overcoming shyness, emotional growth, cognitive-behavioral strategies, emotional health, emotional awareness, parenting emotional skills, physiological responses to anxiety, deep breathing techniques, handling disappointment, personal growth, self-dialogue transformation, experiential learning

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