Master Uncertainty in 15 Minutes

In the episode we focus on 3 small tweaks that you can complete during the podcast which increases your resilience during uncertain times. Developing a Humble Mindset- the reality is that we must adjust to our current circumstance to survive with our psychological well-being intact. We will benefit from updating our expectations of ourselves and others during times of extreme uncertainty. Choose Identity- when life is uncertain, choosing for certain who you are going to be offers us the opportunity to attach to something known, which helps us stay resilient during challenges and times of acute uncertainty. Using the "Given this... I am..." framework offers us a simple, yet powerful way to become certain about something important...ourselves. Body Regulation-Diaphragmatic 7/11 Breathing help us manage our physical health as well as supporting psychological well-being. Diaphragmatic breathing has been shown to have a regulatory effect on the autonomic nervous system, mainly through engaging the parasympathetic system. Slow, deep breathing has been shown to increase parasympathetic activity in both healthy and symptomatic populations through influence on the vagal nerve. This leads to decreases in heart rate and blood pressure, muscle relaxation, improved digestion, improved sleep cycles, enhanced anti-inflammatory effects, and enhanced mood Source: https://www.nqa.org/index.php?option=com_dailyplanetblog&view=entry&year=2019&month=07&day=01&id=35:research-on-diaphragmatic-breathing