The Lies We Believe About Control | Dr. Wolfgang Linden

What if most of the stress and frustration we face isn’t from what’s happening – but how we’re trying to control it? Psychologist and author Dr. Wolfgang Linden joins us to discuss why our obsession with control leads to exhaustion, conflict, and anxiety. With over 40 years of research and therapy experience, Wolfgang explains the concept of the “illusion of control” and the two things we actually have power over: how we react and where we direct our energy.

We review the framework for Wolfgang’s emotion-thought-behavior triangle and explore why suppressing our emotions will always backfire. Instead, Wolfgang gives us tips for redirecting our attention and taking small behavioral steps to reset our thinking patterns and break the toxic cycles we find ourselves stuck in. These strategies can empower you and bring a sense of hope for a better future. Wolfgang offers us incredible insights on why, sometimes, the best thing we can do is just “quit”.

But control isn’t just about the personal day-to-day – it shows up in our relationships, health habits, and life goals. So, where do you want to focus your energy? What do you want people to say about you at your funeral? If you want more peace, better relationships, and a guide for navigating life’s challenges, listening to this episode is the first step in changing the way you think about control forever.

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