Dealing with Feeling
Welcome to the Dealing With Feeling Podcast: a series focused on evidence-based strategies for healthy emotion regulation. Hosted by Dr. Marc Brackett, an expert and pioneer in the field of emotional intelligence research, this series offers a wealth of expert insights, celebrity interviews, and evidence-based strategies designed to deepen your understanding of your emotions and those of others.
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Can I Come to You Like This? Eli Harwood on Secure Attachment
03/04/2026
Can I Come to You Like This? Eli Harwood on Secure Attachment
Some kids look “easy” because they’re safe and supported. Some kids look “easy” because they learned to scan the room, manage the adults, and keep their real feelings out of the way. In this episode, Dr. Marc Brackett sits down with therapist and educator Eli Harwood (Attachment Nerd) to talk about what secure attachment actually looks like in real life, especially in the moments that make us uncomfortable. If you’ve ever wondered why “calm” can be misleading, why certain emotions feel like too much, or why parenting can bring your own childhood rushing back, this conversation will stay with you. In this conversation: Why “easy” behavior can be a survival skill The difference between calming a child and silencing a child What “earned secure” means, and why it matters if you didn’t grow up with steady adults Why fixing it fast can backfire when what someone needs is closeness A simple phrase that changes hard moments: “Reach, then receive.” How to stay present with big feelings without minimizing, lecturing, or checking out What kids learn about emotions by watching what we do with ours Quote to take with you: “Take a sip of the feeling. Don’t chug it down. The fix can wait. The relationship can’t.” About the guest: Eli Harwood is a licensed therapist, author, educator, and the creator of Attachment Nerd. Her work helps people understand attachment patterns and build more secure relationships with their kids, partners, and themselves. Connect with Eli Harwood: Website: Instagram: Eli's NEW book: How to Deal with Your ____ So Your Kids Don’t Have To Connect with Marc Brackett: Website: Instagram: X: Facebook: LinkedIn: Dr. Marc Brackett’s books: Explore Marc Brackett’s work at the Yale Center for Emotional Intelligence, where he serves as founding director, and learn more about RULER, an evidence-based, systemic approach to SEL developed at Yale that supports leaders, educators, students, and families in building emotional intelligence and creating healthier school climates. A special thank you to the Yale Center for Emotional Intelligence for supporting this webcast. Thanks also to Oji Life Lab for their generous support. To develop your skills in leadership, emotional intelligence, and more, visit or click the link in the description of this episode and use promo code DEALINGWITHFEELINGS to save 25%.
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Mattering: How to Feel Valued and Add Value with Jennifer Breheny Wallace
02/18/2026
Mattering: How to Feel Valued and Add Value with Jennifer Breheny Wallace
“Feeling like you matter” often gets treated like a nice idea. Something soft. Something optional. In reality, it is a core human need, and when it’s missing, the consequences show up everywhere, from disengagement at work to loneliness at home. Dr. Marc Brackett sits down with journalist and bestselling author Jennifer Breheny Wallace on Dealing With Feeling to talk about what mattering really means, why it’s not about ego or achievement, and how everyday interactions quietly shape whether people feel valued and able to add value. In this conversation: What researchers actually mean by “mattering,” and why it has two essential parts The SAID framework and how it shows up in daily relationships Why disengagement is often a sign of pain, not laziness How life transitions can collapse our sense of mattering, and how to rebuild it Parenting for healthy mattering without tying worth to performance Intrinsic vs extrinsic values, and what they do to well-being over time Why workplaces that ignore mattering struggle with retention and productivity About the guest: Jennifer Breheny Wallace is an award-winning journalist and the author of the New York Times bestselling books Never Enough and Mattering. Her work focuses on achievement culture, connection, and how individuals and institutions can build environments where people feel valued and able to add value. Connect with Jennifer Breheny Wallace: Website: Connect with Marc Brackett: Website: Instagram: X: Facebook: LinkedIn: Dr. Marc Brackett’s books: Explore Marc Brackett’s work at the Yale Center for Emotional Intelligence, where he serves as founding director, and learn more about RULER, an evidence-based, systemic approach to SEL developed at Yale that supports leaders, educators, students, and families in building emotional intelligence and creating healthier school climates. A special thank you to the Yale Center for Emotional Intelligence for supporting this webcast. Thanks also to Oji Life Lab for their generous support. To develop your skills in leadership, emotional intelligence, and more, visit or click the link in the description of this episode and use promo code DEALINGWITHFEELINGS to save 25%.
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When “Be Patient” Protects the System, with Dr. Christina Cipriano
02/04/2026
When “Be Patient” Protects the System, with Dr. Christina Cipriano
“Be patient” gets treated like a virtue in every system. Sometimes it is. Sometimes it is the line that keeps unfairness in place, because it asks the people carrying the cost to stay quiet so everyone else can stay comfortable. Dr. Marc Brackett sits down with Dr. Christina “Chris” Cipriano on Dealing With Feeling to talk about what patience looks like when it is wisdom, and what it looks like when it becomes compliance. They also talk about how to interrupt harm without turning it into humiliation. In this conversation: When “be patient” supports growth, and when it protects comfort Why “that’s just how we do things” can be one of the most dangerous phrases in any system Calling people in vs. calling people out, and what each one asks of a leader What it means to hold urgency and dignity in the same moment A simple reset you can use when tension spikes and you still have to lead How to respond when you feel that stomach drop, but you cannot opt out of the room About the guest: Dr. Christina “Chris” Cipriano is an Associate Professor at the Yale Child Study Center and the Director of the Education Collaboratory at Yale. She is the author of Connect with Dr. Christina “Chris” Cipriano: Website: Connect with Marc Brackett: Website: Instagram: X: Facebook: LinkedIn: Dr. Marc Brackett’s books: Explore Marc Brackett’s work at the Yale Center for Emotional Intelligence, where he serves as founding director, and learn more about RULER, an evidence-based, systemic approach to SEL developed at Yale that supports leaders, educators, students, and families in building emotional intelligence and creating healthier school climates. A special thank you to the Yale Center for Emotional Intelligence for supporting this webcast. Thanks also to Oji Life Lab for their generous support. To develop your skills in leadership, emotional intelligence, and more, visit or click the link in the description of this episode and use promo code DEALINGWITHFEELINGS to save 25%.
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“Just Breathe” Isn’t a Plan: SOUL COLE on Stress, Masculinity, and Stillness
01/28/2026
“Just Breathe” Isn’t a Plan: SOUL COLE on Stress, Masculinity, and Stillness
We call it “being productive,” but for a lot of us it’s a nervous system stuck in go mode. Always on. Always bracing. Then someone says “just breathe” and it sounds like a joke. Dr. Marc Brackett sits down with former NFL wide receiver and mindfulness facilitator Brandon “SOUL COLE” Coleman to talk about what happens when performance mode becomes your identity and stillness starts to feel unsafe. In this conversation: The identity crash after injury and why it can trigger anxiety, depression, and shutdown Why five minutes a day can actually change your patterns if you stick with it Mindfulness vs. breathwork and why “just breathe” isn’t enough The five senses reset that works for skeptics in under two minutes Masculinity, vulnerability, and unlearning “tighten up” What it looks like to plant these skills early for kids and communities About the guest: Brandon “SOUL COLE” Coleman is a former NFL wide receiver and mindfulness facilitator who helps people build practical tools for regulation, resilience, and real-life performance. Connect with SOUL COLE: Instagram: SOUL Impact Foundation: Connect with Marc Brackett: Website: Instagram: X: Facebook: LinkedIn: Dr. Marc Brackett's Books: Explore Marc Brackett’s work at the , where he serves as founding director, and learn more about —an evidence-based, systemic approach to SEL developed at Yale that supports leaders, educators, students, and families in building emotional intelligence and creating healthier school climates. A special thank you to the Yale Center for Emotional Intelligence for supporting this webcast. I also want to thank Oji Life Lab for their generous support: . Oji Life Lab is the leader in mastery-centered learning for the workplace. To develop your skills in leadership, emotional intelligence and more, visit oji life lab dot com or click the link in the description of this video and use the promo code DEALINGWITHFEELINGS to save 25%.
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Doomscrolling, Group Chats, and Burnout: Dr. Elisha Goldstein on Breaking the Stress Cycle
01/28/2026
Doomscrolling, Group Chats, and Burnout: Dr. Elisha Goldstein on Breaking the Stress Cycle
We call it “normal life.” But for most of us, it’s a low-grade chronic stress loop. News alerts. Group chats. Doomscrolling. Constant urgency. In this episode of Dealing With Feeling, Dr. Marc Brackett sits down with clinical psychologist and author Dr. Elisha Goldstein to explore how tiny emotional shifts can interrupt stress patterns, strengthen relationships, and change the trajectory of our health over time. This is a conversation about emotional longevity — and what it means to stop living in permanent survival mode. In this conversation: Why anxiety is not your identity, but a reinforced loop How low-grade stress becomes “the water we swim in” Elisha’s 4R method: Recognize, Release, Refocus, Reinforce Moving from blame into skillful emotional requests in relationships How small shifts in real moments create long-term change About the guest: Dr. Elisha Goldstein is a clinical psychologist, teacher, and author whose work focuses on mindfulness, resilience, and emotional health. Guest links: Website: Instagram: Connect with Marc Brackett: Website: Instagram: X: Facebook: LinkedIn: Dr. Marc Brackett's Books Explore Marc Brackett’s work at the , where he serves as founding director, and learn more about —an evidence-based, systemic approach to SEL developed at Yale that supports leaders, educators, students, and families in building emotional intelligence and creating healthier school climates. A special thank you to the Yale Center for Emotional Intelligence for supporting this webcast. I also want to thank Oji Life Lab for their generous support: . Oji Life Lab is the leader in mastery-centered learning for the workplace. To develop your skills in leadership, emotional intelligence and more, visit oji life lab dot com or click the link in the description of this video and use the promo code DEALINGWITHFEELINGS to save 25%.
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Gaslighting in Relationships and How to Stop Second-Guessing Yourself with Dr. Robin Stern
01/28/2026
Gaslighting in Relationships and How to Stop Second-Guessing Yourself with Dr. Robin Stern
Gaslighting is not just an argument. It is a slow erosion of identity. Dr. Marc Brackett sits down with his longtime friend and colleague Dr. Robin Stern to unpack The Gaslight Effect, how anxiety fuels both the gaslighter and the gaslightee, and what it takes to rebuild self-trust. They explore how people don’t lose their reality overnight. They lose it in inches, one second-guess at a time. In this conversation: What gaslighting really is and why it is so disorienting The three stages of The Gaslight Effect: disbelief, defense, depression That first “maybe it wasn’t that bad” moment, and why it matters How fear of being “the bad one” keeps the cycle going How to start rebuilding self-trust after months or years of doubt About the guest: Dr. Robin Stern is a psychoanalyst and the Senior Advisor to the Director at the Yale Center for Emotional Intelligence. She is the author of The Gaslight Effect, the Recovery Guide of the same name, the host of and a leading voice on gaslighting and self-trust. Connect with Marc Brackett: Website: Instagram: X: Facebook: LinkedIn: Resources: Connect with Marc Brackett: Website: Instagram: X: Facebook: LinkedIn: Dr. Marc Brackett's Books Explore Marc Brackett’s work at the , where he serves as founding director, and learn more about —an evidence-based, systemic approach to SEL developed at Yale that supports leaders, educators, students, and families in building emotional intelligence and creating healthier school climates. A special thank you to the Yale Center for Emotional Intelligence for supporting this webcast. I also want to thank Oji Life Lab for their generous support: . Oji Life Lab is the leader in mastery-centered learning for the workplace. To develop your skills in leadership, emotional intelligence and more, visit oji life lab dot com or click the link in the description of this video and use the promo code DEALINGWITHFEELINGS to save 25%.
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What Most Parents Say That Shuts Teens Down with Jamie Lockwood & Liz Fletcher
01/28/2026
What Most Parents Say That Shuts Teens Down with Jamie Lockwood & Liz Fletcher
Teens have language for anxiety. Most adults never got language for their own feelings. Dr. Marc Brackett sits down with Jamie Lockwood and Liz Fletcher to talk about what it means to raise and teach teens in this mental health moment. Together, they explore why more “mental health talk” hasn’t solved the crisis, what teens actually need from adults, and how to support big feelings without shutting down, fixing, or turning everything into a performance. In this conversation: Why teen mental health is declining even with more “mental health talk” The adolescent brain “under construction” and why that matters Emotion judge vs. emotion scientist, and how teens can make the shift Tools used in real school settings (CBT triangle, RAIN, circle of control) Co-regulation at home when parents are exhausted, overwhelmed, and scared What they wish parents had known about emotions About the guests: Jamie Lockwood is a school-based clinician. Liz Fletcher is an educator and parent. The Teens Guide to Emotions: Our Essential Workbook for Navigating Big Feelings, Decision-Making, and Relationships with Confidence Website: . Connect with Marc Brackett: Website: Instagram: X: Facebook: LinkedIn: Dr. Marc Brackett's Books Explore Marc Brackett’s work at the , where he serves as founding director, and learn more about —an evidence-based, systemic approach to SEL developed at Yale that supports leaders, educators, students, and families in building emotional intelligence and creating healthier school climates. A special thank you to the Yale Center for Emotional Intelligence for supporting this webcast. I also want to thank Oji Life Lab for their generous support: . Oji Life Lab is the leader in mastery-centered learning for the workplace. To develop your skills in leadership, emotional intelligence and more, visit oji life lab dot com or click the link in the description of this video and use the promo code DEALINGWITHFEELINGS to save 25%.
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The Happiness Trap, and Why 'More' Never Feels like Enough with Dr. Laurie Santos
01/28/2026
The Happiness Trap, and Why 'More' Never Feels like Enough with Dr. Laurie Santos
We turned happiness into a checklist. Then wondered why it never feels like enough. Dr. Marc Brackett sits down with Dr. Laurie Santos to unpack the “happiness trap” and the quiet ways we chase the wrong things. They talk about miswanting, why we get obsessed with the future, and how a life that looks good on paper can still feel empty on the inside. You’ll hear what the research actually says helps, and the small shifts that make happiness feel more real and more sustainable. In this conversation: Why our brains are so bad at predicting what will make us happy The “hyper-focus on the future” that steals joy from the present Happy in your life vs. happy with your life, and why that distinction matters Why social connection keeps showing up as a happiness “superpower” How emotional intelligence and RULER support real well-being, not fake positivity About the guest: Dr. Laurie Santos is a Yale psychologist and host of The Happiness Lab. Listen to The Happiness Lab with Dr. Laurie Santos: Connect with Marc Brackett: Website: Instagram: X: Facebook: LinkedIn: Dr. Marc Brackett's Books Explore Marc Brackett’s work at the , where he serves as founding director, and learn more about —an evidence-based, systemic approach to SEL developed at Yale that supports leaders, educators, students, and families in building emotional intelligence and creating healthier school climates. A special thank you to the Yale Center for Emotional Intelligence for supporting this webcast. I also want to thank Oji Life Lab for their generous support. Visit and use promo code DEALINGWITHFEELINGS to save 25%.
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The Anxiety Loop Explained, and How to Interrupt It with Dr. Judson Brewer
01/28/2026
The Anxiety Loop Explained, and How to Interrupt It with Dr. Judson Brewer
The worst part of anxiety is not the feeling. It’s the loop. The “what if” that keeps feeding itself until it feels like truth. Dr. Marc Brackett sits down with Dr. Judson Brewer to unpack how worry becomes a habit, why reassurance and mental debate often backfire, and how curiosity can disrupt the cycle without forcing you to “think positive.” In this conversation: How anxiety becomes a loop: trigger → worry → short relief → more worry Why worrying feels like control even when it isn’t Curiosity as the interrupt that changes the pattern Anxiety vs stress vs overwhelm and why precise labeling matters A simple way to shift from “oh no” to “oh” About the guest: Dr. Judson Brewer is a psychiatrist and neuroscientist who studies habit change and anxiety. Judd’s books: Unwinding Anxiety, The Craving Mind, The Hunger Habit Programs & resources: Connect with Marc Brackett: Website: Instagram: X: Meta: LinkedIn: Dr. Marc Brackett's Books Explore Marc Brackett’s work at the , where he serves as founding director, and learn more about —an evidence-based, systemic approach to SEL developed at Yale that supports leaders, educators, students, and families in building emotional intelligence and creating healthier school climates. A special thank you to the Yale Center for Emotional Intelligence for supporting this webcast. I also want to thank Oji Life Lab for their generous support. Visit and use promo code DEALINGWITHFEELINGS to save 25%.
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The 5 Parenting Principles That Actually Hold Up Under Stress with Dr. Aliza Pressman
01/28/2026
The 5 Parenting Principles That Actually Hold Up Under Stress with Dr. Aliza Pressman
Most of us aren’t trying to raise perfect kids. We’re trying to raise kids who can handle life without falling apart. The problem is… adults are drowning too. Dr. Marc Brackett sits down with Dr. Aliza Pressman on Dealing With Feeling to break down what emotionally healthy parenting actually looks like in real time—especially when your child is melting down, you’re depleted, and every instinct is telling you to control the moment. In this conversation: The difference between boundaries and harshness Why “all feelings are welcome” doesn’t mean all behaviors are The five essentials: relationship, reflection, regulation, rules, repair Repair after rupture and the language that rebuilds trust How to stay steady without becoming permissive or reactive About the guest: Dr. Aliza Pressman is a developmental psychologist and co-founding director of the Mount Sinai Parenting Center. Explore Aliza’s work: Raising Good Humans podcast: Instagram: Mount Sinai Parenting Center: Connect with Marc Brackett: Website: Instagram: X: Meta: LinkedIn: Dr. Marc Brackett's Books Explore Marc Brackett’s work at the , where he serves as founding director, and learn more about —an evidence-based, systemic approach to SEL developed at Yale that supports leaders, educators, students, and families in building emotional intelligence and creating healthier school climates. A special thank you to the Yale Center for Emotional Intelligence for supporting this webcast. I also want to thank Oji Life Lab for their generous support. Visit and use promo code DEALINGWITHFEELINGS to save 25%.
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Stop Being a 'Crisis Meditator" with Stephanie Boxerbaum
01/28/2026
Stop Being a 'Crisis Meditator" with Stephanie Boxerbaum
If you only regulate once you’re already at a 10, you’re not practicing resilience. You’re doing damage control. Dr. Marc Brackett sits down with Stephanie Boxerbaum on Dealing With Feeling to unpack why high-achievers resist mindfulness, what “enoughness” actually means when you still care about excellence, and how to build small, real practices that prevent the spiral instead of cleaning it up after. In this conversation: “Don’t be a crisis meditator” and what prevention actually looks like Why constant problem-solving keeps you tense Enoughness without lowering standards A discreet reset you can do in under a minute How to stay present when parenting stress hits About the guest: Stephanie Boxerbaum is Managing Partner at Box Counsel and a certified meditation teacher. Guest links: Box Counsel: Connect with Marc Brackett: Website: Instagram: Meta: LinkedIn: Dr. Marc Brackett's Books Explore Marc Brackett’s work at the , where he serves as founding director, and learn more about —an evidence-based, systemic approach to SEL developed at Yale that supports leaders, educators, students, and families in building emotional intelligence and creating healthier school climates. A special thank you to the Yale Center for Emotional Intelligence for supporting this webcast. I also want to thank Oji Life Lab for their generous support. Visit and use promo code DEALINGWITHFEELINGS to save 25%.
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Liza Soberano on Anxiety, Boundaries, and Staying Grounded Under Pressure
01/28/2026
Liza Soberano on Anxiety, Boundaries, and Staying Grounded Under Pressure
When anxiety hits, the impulse is to hide it, power through it, or act fast so it goes away. But what if the stronger move is the pause? Dr. Marc Brackett sits down with Liza Soberano to talk about what it’s like to navigate fear under public pressure, how she uses boundaries and goals to stay grounded, and what it means to choose a response instead of reacting to the moment. In this conversation: Anxiety under the spotlight and why you shouldn’t act at the peak Goal-setting as a compass when fear spikes Boundaries and emotional allies (not yes-men) How to slow down the urge to “fix it” fast Staying steady while still speaking up About the guest: Liza Soberano is a Filipino-American actress and advocate. Guest link: Liza Soberano: Connect with Marc Brackett: Website: Instagram: Meta: LinkedIn: Dr. Marc Brackett's Books Explore Marc Brackett’s work at the , where he serves as founding director, and learn more about —an evidence-based, systemic approach to SEL developed at Yale that supports leaders, educators, students, and families in building emotional intelligence and creating healthier school climates. A special thank you to the Yale Center for Emotional Intelligence for supporting this webcast. I also want to thank Oji Life Lab for their generous support. Visit and use promo code DEALINGWITHFEELINGS to save 25%.
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Katie Sturino on Shame, Body Image, and the Story You Still Carry
01/27/2026
Katie Sturino on Shame, Body Image, and the Story You Still Carry
“Do you enjoy not liking your body?” It is a brutal question. And for a lot of people, it lands like truth. Dr. Marc Brackett sits down with Katie Sturino, founder of Megababe and author of Sunny Side Up, to unpack how shame and early messages shape our self-story, why body image struggles are nearly universal, and what it takes to move from self-criticism to self-acceptance. In this conversation: The childhood insults we carry into adulthood Why body image pressure hits so many people, in so many ways How shame shapes self-talk and identity Handling public criticism and leadership stress What changes when self-hatred stops taking up all the space About the guest: Katie Sturino is an entrepreneur, the founder of Megababe, and the author of Sunny Side Up. Book link: Sunny Side Up (Celadon Books): Megababe: Connect with Marc Brackett: Website: Instagram: Meta: LinkedIn: Dr. Marc Brackett's Books Explore Marc Brackett’s work at the , where he serves as founding director, and learn more about —an evidence-based, systemic approach to SEL developed at Yale that supports leaders, educators, students, and families in building emotional intelligence and creating healthier school climates. A special thank you to the Yale Center for Emotional Intelligence for supporting this webcast. I also want to thank Oji Life Lab for their generous support. Visit and use promo code DEALINGWITHFEELINGS to save 25%.
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Why Mindfulness Fails at Work and the Fix That Sticks with Mo Edjlali
01/26/2026
Why Mindfulness Fails at Work and the Fix That Sticks with Mo Edjlali
What if productivity isn’t about moving faster, but about training your brain to be still? Mo Edjlali joins Dr. Marc Brackett on Dealing With Feelings to map out mindfulness that actually works in modern workplaces. No guru voice. No fluff. Just practical habits that hold up under pressure. In this conversation: Mindfulness explained simply and why state vs trait matters The outcomes leaders actually care about, like focus and clarity Implementation that lasts, grassroots first then leadership support A simple rollout you can try this week: a 20-minute window of silence Why many programs fail and how to build on-ramps people will use If your brain feels on fire—or mindfulness has felt cringe or unrealistic—this episode is your playbook. About the guest: Mo Edjlali is founder and CEO of Mindful Leader and author of Open MBSR. Open MBSR: Connect with Marc Brackett: Website: Instagram: Meta: LinkedIn: Dr. Marc Brackett's Books Explore Marc Brackett’s work at the , where he serves as founding director, and learn more about —an evidence-based, systemic approach to SEL developed at Yale that supports leaders, educators, students, and families in building emotional intelligence and creating healthier school climates. A special thank you to the Yale Center for Emotional Intelligence for supporting this webcast. I also want to thank Oji Life Lab for their generous support. Visit and use promo code DEALINGWITHFEELINGS to save 25%.
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Dr. Doug Mennin on Why Anxiety Feels Like a Tug-of-War Inside You
01/24/2026
Dr. Doug Mennin on Why Anxiety Feels Like a Tug-of-War Inside You
What if anxiety isn’t proof something is wrong with you, but proof you care deeply and feel pulled in two directions? Dr. Doug Mennin joins Dr. Marc Brackett on Dealing With Feeling to explore Emotion Regulation Therapy and a more honest way to work with anxiety—without shutting yourself down. In this conversation: Why anxiety peaks when something matters to you How emotional clarity starts with attentional clarity The myth of “getting rid of” uncomfortable emotions Why inner conflict can be a doorway to calm A new way to relate to anxiety that restores agency If you’ve felt stuck in a loop of worry or torn between two parts of yourself, this one’s for you. About the guest: Dr. Doug Mennin is Professor of Clinical Psychology at Columbia University and the creator of Emotion Regulation Therapy (ERT), a leading evidence-based approach for anxiety and emotional disorders. Learn more: Connect with Marc Brackett: Website: Instagram: Facebook: LinkedIn: Dr. Marc Brackett's Books Explore Marc Brackett’s work at the , where he serves as founding director, and learn more about —an evidence-based, systemic approach to SEL developed at Yale that supports leaders, educators, students, and families in building emotional intelligence and creating healthier school climates. A special thank you to the Yale Center for Emotional Intelligence for supporting this webcast. I also want to thank Oji Life Lab for their generous support. Visit and use promo code DEALINGWITHFEELINGS to save 25%.
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Why Stress Won’t Go Away and What Actually Works With Dr. Rajita Sinha
01/23/2026
Why Stress Won’t Go Away and What Actually Works With Dr. Rajita Sinha
We’re more stressed than ever, even with therapy, self-help, and mindfulness apps. So what are we missing? Dr. Rajita Sinha joins Dr. Marc Brackett on Dealing With Feeling to break down the real science of stress, why “just calm down” rarely works, and what actually helps your body recover when life stays relentless. In this conversation: Why stress is not “in your head” and what it does in the body The phases of stress and why many people get stuck Why modern life keeps the stress response switched on How adversity and social change stretch our coping limits Practical strategies that support recovery, not just endurance If you feel constantly on edge, this episode will shift how you understand stress and give you tools you can use right away. About the guest: Dr. Rajita Sinha is a professor at Yale and Director of the Yale Interdisciplinary Stress Center. Yale Stress Center: Connect with Marc Brackett: Website: Instagram: Meta: LinkedIn: Dr. Marc Brackett's Books: Explore Marc Brackett’s work at the , where he serves as founding director, and learn more about —an evidence-based, systemic approach to SEL developed at Yale that supports leaders, educators, students, and families in building emotional intelligence and creating healthier school climates. A special thank you to the Yale Center for Emotional Intelligence for supporting this webcast. I also want to thank Oji Life Lab for their generous support. Visit and use promo code DEALINGWITHFEELINGS to save 25%.
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Rise Above the Victim Mindset with Dr. Scott Barry Kaufman
01/23/2026
Rise Above the Victim Mindset with Dr. Scott Barry Kaufman
Scott Barry Kaufman has spent his career studying human potential. In his book Rise Above, he challenges one of the most common ways people get stuck, the belief that your past equals your future. In this episode of Dealing With Feeling, Dr. Scott Barry Kaufman and Dr. Marc Brackett unpack what a victim mindset looks like in real life, how it quietly steals agency, and what it means to move forward without bypassing your pain. In this conversation: Why “my past equals my future” becomes a mental trap How over identifying with trauma can erode agency over time The difference between honest support and coddling Practical ways to reframe anxiety, anger, and envy into forward motion How gratitude can shift the nervous system from threat to possibility About the guest: Dr. Scott Barry Kaufman is a psychologist, author, and host of The Psychology Podcast. His work focuses on creativity, personality, and human potenrtial Website: Rise Above: Connect with Marc: Website: Instagram: Facebook: LinkedIn: Dr. Marc Brackett's Books Explore Marc Brackett’s work at the , where he serves as founding director, and learn more about —an evidence-based, systemic approach to SEL developed at Yale that supports leaders, educators, students, and families in building emotional intelligence and creating healthier school climates. A special thank you to the Yale Center for Emotional Intelligence for supporting this webcast. I also want to thank Oji Life Lab for their generous support. Visit and use promo code DEALINGWITHFEELINGS to save 25%.
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The Creativity Choice: Emotions, Anxiety, and Getting Unstuck with Zorana Ivcevic Pringle
01/23/2026
The Creativity Choice: Emotions, Anxiety, and Getting Unstuck with Zorana Ivcevic Pringle
What if the reason you feel stuck is not a lack of talent. It is emotional. Dr. Zorana Ivcevic Pringle joins Dr. Marc Brackett on Dealing With Feeling to explore the emotional side of creativity, and why most of us were never taught how to work with the feelings that show up before inspiration does. They discuss what creativity really is, why being “gifted” is a myth that keeps people frozen, and how emotions like frustration, grief, nostalgia, and anxiety can either block your work or fuel it, depending on how you relate to them. In this conversation Why creativity has nothing to do with being “gifted” How frustration, grief, and nostalgia can fuel creative thinking The role of anxiety in the early stages of the creative process What to do when you hit a wall and how to recover How to start, even if you think you’re not the creative type Zorana’s book: The Creativity Choice: About the guest: Dr. Zorana Ivcevic Pringle is a Senior Research Scientist at the Yale Center for Emotional Intelligence and the author of The Creativity Choice. Connect with Marc Brackett: Website: Instagram: Meta: LinkedIn Dr. Marc Brackett's Books: Explore Marc Brackett’s work at the , where he serves as founding director, and learn more about —an evidence-based, systemic approach to SEL developed at Yale that supports leaders, educators, students, and families in building emotional intelligence and creating healthier school climates. A special thank you to the Yale Center for Emotional Intelligence for supporting this webcast. I also want to thank Oji Life Lab for their generous support . Oji Life Lab is the leader in mastery centered learning for the workplace. To develop your skills in leadership, emotional intelligence and more, visit oji life lab dot com or click the link in the description of this episode and use the promo code DEALINGWITHFEELINGS to save 25%.
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America Unfiltered and What It Means to Be American
01/23/2026
America Unfiltered and What It Means to Be American
Filmmakers Horacio Marquinez and Kirill Myltsev join Dr. Marc Brackett on Dealing with Feeling for a special bonus episode about their documentary America Unfiltered. They drove across the United States collecting voices that rarely get centered. What they found was not just a story about politics. It was a story about pain, belonging, empathy, and what happens when we stop listening to each other. In this conversation What it took to film across a divided country Why listening without judgment changes the entire room The emotional toll of witnessing January 6 firsthand What they learned from living and working in close quarters for months Why empathy is harder than it looks and still worth it Watch America Unfiltered: Amazon Prime: Watch it on Tubi: Watch it on Hoopla: About the guests Horacio Marquinez and Kirill Myltsev are filmmakers and the creators of America Unfiltered. Connect with Marc Brackett: Website: Instagram: Meta: LinkedIn: Dr. Marc Brackett's Books Explore Marc Brackett’s work at the , where he serves as founding director, and learn more about —an evidence-based, systemic approach to SEL developed at Yale that supports leaders, educators, students, and families in building emotional intelligence and creating healthier school climates. A special thank you to the Yale Center for Emotional Intelligence for supporting this webcast. I also want to thank Oji Life Lab for their generous support. Visit and use promo code DEALINGWITHFEELINGS to save 25%.
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Whitney Goodman on Toxic Positivity, Validation, and Emotional Truth
01/23/2026
Whitney Goodman on Toxic Positivity, Validation, and Emotional Truth
What if “look on the bright side” is actually making things worse? Whitney Goodman joins Dr. Marc Brackett on Dealing with Feeling to unpack toxic positivity, why it’s so tempting, and how it quietly trains us to distrust our own emotions. They explore the difference between real support and emotional dismissal, and what it looks like to show up with validation instead of pressure. In this conversation: What toxic positivity really sounds like (and why people rely on it) The line between helpful self-talk and emotional gaslighting Why kids need validation, not just encouragement How positivity obsession can worsen anxiety What it actually looks like to support someone in pain About the guest Whitney Goodman is a therapist and bestselling author focused on emotional truth, family dynamics, and mental health. She is the founder of Calling Home. Learn more: Connect with Marc Brackett: Website: Instagram: Facebook: LinkedIn: Dr. Marc Brackett's Books Explore Marc Brackett’s work at the , where he serves as founding director, and learn more about —an evidence-based, systemic approach to SEL developed at Yale that supports leaders, educators, students, and families in building emotional intelligence and creating healthier school climates. A special thank you to the Yale Center for Emotional Intelligence for supporting this webcast. I also want to thank Oji Life Lab for their generous support: . Oji Life Lab is the leader in mastery-centered learning for the workplace. To develop your skills in leadership, emotional intelligence and more, visit oji life lab dot com or click the link in the description of this video and use the promo code DEALINGWITHFEELINGS to save 25%.
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Breaking Free of Child Anxiety and OCD with Dr. Eli Lebowitz
01/22/2026
Breaking Free of Child Anxiety and OCD with Dr. Eli Lebowitz
What if the goal isn’t to eliminate anxiety in kids, but to help them feel safe enough to face it? Dr. Eli Lebowitz joins Dr. Marc Brackett on Dealing With Feeling to unpack what childhood anxiety really is, why well-meaning adults can accidentally feed the fear, and what it looks like to support kids without overprotecting them. In this conversation: What childhood anxiety is and what it is not The difference between scary and dangerous Two common parenting traps that keep anxiety in charge How adult responses shape resilience What makes emotional strength possible in kids Whether you are a parent, educator, or mental health professional, this episode offers a practical roadmap for helping kids feel stronger, not smaller. About the guest Dr. Eli Lebowitz is Director of the Program for Anxiety Disorders at the Yale Child Study Center and author of Breaking Free of Child Anxiety and OCD. Connect with Marc Brackett: Website: Instagram: Facebook: LinkedIn: Dr. Marc Brackett's Books Explore Marc Brackett’s work at the , where he serves as founding director, and learn more about —an evidence-based, systemic approach to SEL developed at Yale that supports leaders, educators, students, and families in building emotional intelligence and creating healthier school climates. A special thank you to the Yale Center for Emotional Intelligence for supporting this webcast. I also want to thank Oji Life Lab for their generous support. Visit and use promo code DEALINGWITHFEELINGS to save 25%.
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Transforming SEL with Culture, Care & Community with Dr. Dawn Brooks-DeCosta
01/22/2026
Transforming SEL with Culture, Care & Community with Dr. Dawn Brooks-DeCosta
Dr. Dawn Brooks-DeCosta joins Dr. Marc Brackett on Dealing with Feeling to explore what happens when social and emotional learning is delivered with culture, care, and true community partnership. A longtime educator and Deputy Superintendent in Harlem’s District 5, Dawn shares what it takes to build schools where students feel seen, families feel respected, and emotional learning becomes something communities shape together — not something imposed from the outside. In this conversation: What SEL looks like when it’s rooted in trust and cultural humility Why delivery matters as much as the curriculum itself How leaders can create emotionally safe school environments during crisis The difference between compliance-based SEL and community-built connection What it means to lead with emotions, not around them About the guest: Dr. Dawn Brooks-DeCosta is Deputy Superintendent in Harlem’s District 5 and co-author of The Change You Want to See. Her work focuses on culturally responsive leadership, community-centered SEL, and building school cultures grounded in connection and belonging. Dr. Dawn Brooks-DeCosta’s book: Connect with Marc Brackett: Website: Instagram: Facebook: LinkedIn: Dr. Marc Brackett's Books: Explore Marc Brackett’s work at the , where he serves as founding director, and learn more about —an evidence-based, systemic approach to SEL developed at Yale that supports leaders, educators, students, and families in building emotional intelligence and creating healthier school climates. A special thank you to the Yale Center for Emotional Intelligence for supporting this webcast. I also want to thank Oji Life Lab for their generous support: . Oji Life Lab is the leader in mastery-centered learning for the workplace. To develop your skills in leadership, emotional intelligence and more, visit oji life lab dot com or click the link in the description of this video and use the promo code DEALINGWITHFEELINGS to save 25%.
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Anxiety as a Signal and Not a Problem with Dr. Tracy Dennis-Tiwary
01/22/2026
Anxiety as a Signal and Not a Problem with Dr. Tracy Dennis-Tiwary
What if anxiety isn’t something to eliminate, but a signal calling you forward? In this episode of Dealing With Feelings, Marc Brackett sits down with psychologist and neuroscientist Dr. Tracy Dennis-Tiwary to rethink anxiety as information — and learn how to work with it instead of fighting it. In this conversation, we cover: Anxiety as uncertainty between present reality and future possibilities The difference between everyday anxiety and anxiety disorders Why avoidance makes anxiety worse and how facing it builds resilience How to leverage anxiety for growth, creativity, and achievement Parenting through anxiety with fewer checklists and more presence About Tracy: Dr. Tracy Dennis-Tiwary is a psychologist, neuroscientist, and author of Future Tense: Why Anxiety Is Good for You (Even Though it Feels Bad). Links + Resources: Tracy website & Book: Connect with Marc Brackett: Instagram: X: Facebook: LinkedIn: Website: Dr. Marc Brackett's Books: Explore Marc Brackett’s work at the , where he serves as founding director, and learn more about —an evidence-based, systemic approach to SEL developed at Yale that supports leaders, educators, students, and families in building emotional intelligence and creating healthier school climates. A special thank you to the Yale Center for Emotional Intelligence for supporting this webcast. I also want to thank Oji Life Lab for their generous support. Visit and use promo code DEALINGWITHFEELINGS to save 25%.
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Religious Trauma, Shame, and the Permission to Feel with Irene’s Entropy
01/22/2026
Religious Trauma, Shame, and the Permission to Feel with Irene’s Entropy
Irene’s Entropy joins Dr. Marc Brackett on Dealing With Feeling to explore what happens when your identity is built around rules that leave no room for real emotion. A storyteller, artist, mechanical engineer, and musician, Irene shares her journey of leaving the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints and rebuilding a life rooted in emotional freedom, creativity, and self-trust. Her motto is simple: “To learn is to change.” This conversation is about what it costs to suppress emotion, and what it takes to come back to yourself. In this conversation: How religious environments can shape anxiety and emotional suppression What it feels like when identity collapses and the self has to be rebuilt The link between shame, fear, and losing access to your emotions How creativity and music can unlock what the body has been holding Why naming emotions is not weak, it is a form of reclaiming power What “permission to feel” looks like when you are starting over About the guest: Irene’s Entropy is a storyteller, artist, mechanical engineer, and musician who creates work about healing, self-discovery, and emotional freedom. Her story has resonated with hundreds of thousands of people navigating religious trauma, shame, and identity change. Connect with Irene's Entropy: Irene’s Entropy: YouTube: @irenesentropy Instagram: Connect with Marc Brackett: Marc Brackett: Instagram: Facebook: LinkedIn: Dr. Marc Brackett's Books Explore Marc Brackett’s work at the , where he serves as founding director, and learn more about —an evidence-based, systemic approach to SEL developed at Yale that supports leaders, educators, students, and families in building emotional intelligence and creating healthier school climates. A special thank you to the Yale Center for Emotional Intelligence for supporting this webcast. We also want to thank Oji Life Lab for their generous support: To develop your skills in leadership, emotional intelligence, and more, visit Oji Life Lab and use the promo code DEALINGWITHFEELINGS to save 25%.
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Turning Teen Anxiety into Strength with Dr. Lisa Damour
01/22/2026
Turning Teen Anxiety into Strength with Dr. Lisa Damour
Teen anxiety is everywhere right now. But not all distress is danger. Dr. Lisa Damour joins Dr. Marc Brackett on Dealing with Feeling to talk about what’s actually happening to teens in a high-pressure, high-input world, and how parents and educators can support kids without overcorrecting, minimizing, or spiraling. They break down the difference between discomfort that builds strength and distress that needs intervention, and why the goal isn’t to eliminate hard feelings, it’s to help teens move through them with more skill and support. In this conversation: Why teen anxiety is rising and what’s developmentally normal How pressure, social media, and school safety fears shape teen stress Why “uncomfortable” doesn’t always mean “unmanageable” What parents can say and do that actually helps in the moment How to build emotional durability without trying to “fix” everything About the guest:Lisa Damour is a clinical psychologist and New York Times bestselling author specializing in adolescent development. She is the author of The Emotional Lives of Teenagers and co-host of the Ask Lisa podcast, and she’s known for translating research into practical guidance for families and schools. Guest links: Dr. Lisa Damour: The Emotional Lives of Teenagers: Connect with Marc Brackett: Marc Brackett: Instagram: X: Facebook: LinkedIn: Dr. Marc Brackett's Books Explore Marc Brackett’s work at the , where he serves as founding director, and learn more about —an evidence-based, systemic approach to SEL developed at Yale that supports leaders, educators, students, and families in building emotional intelligence and creating healthier school climates. A special thank you to the Yale Center for Emotional Intelligence for supporting this webcast. I also want to thank Oji Life Lab for their generous support: . Oji Life Lab is the leader in mastery-centered learning for the workplace. To develop your skills in leadership, emotional intelligence and more, visit oji life lab dot com or click the link in the description of this video and use the promo code DEALINGWITHFEELINGS to save 25%.
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How Awe Can Help Anxiety: Dr. Dacher Keltner on Emotional Well-Being
01/22/2026
How Awe Can Help Anxiety: Dr. Dacher Keltner on Emotional Well-Being
Dr. Dacher Keltner joins Dr. Marc Brackett on Dealing with Feeling to explore a surprising question: What if awe—not control—is one of our most powerful tools for easing anxiety? They unpack how everyday moments of wonder can soften stress, reconnect us to others, and reshape how we relate to difficult emotions. From micro-practices you can try immediately to deeper reflections on moral beauty, community, and meaning, this conversation rethinks what emotional well-being actually looks like in a busy, overwhelmed world. In this conversation: How awe interrupts anxiety and creates perspective Why small “micro-practices” can have outsized emotional impact What it really means to give yourself permission to feel How movement, music, and shared experiences regulate emotions Why recognizing everyday goodness can restore hope and connection About the guest: Dacher Keltner is a professor of psychology at UC Berkeley, founding director of the Greater Good Science Center, and a leading researcher on awe, compassion, and emotional expression. He is the author of Awe: The New Science of Everyday Wonder and How It Can Transform Your Life and a scientific advisor for Pixar’s Inside Out. Connect with Marc Brackett: Marc Brackett: Instagram: Facebook: LinkedIn: Dr. Marc Brackett's Books Explore Marc Brackett’s work at the , where he serves as founding director, and learn more about —an evidence-based, systemic approach to SEL developed at Yale that supports leaders, educators, students, and families in building emotional intelligence and creating healthier school climates. A special thank you to the Yale Center for Emotional Intelligence for supporting this webcast. I also want to thank Oji Life Lab for their generous support: . Oji Life Lab is the leader in mastery-centered learning for the workplace. To develop your skills in leadership, emotional intelligence and more, visit oji life lab dot com or click the link in the description of this video and use the promo code DEALINGWITHFEELINGS to save 25%.
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Fitness Coach Marco Jimenez on Panic Attacks, Anxiety, and Resilience
01/22/2026
Fitness Coach Marco Jimenez on Panic Attacks, Anxiety, and Resilience
Fitness coach Marco Jimenez wasn’t looking for an inspirational arc—he was trying to function through anxiety and panic attacks. In this episode of Dealing with Feeling, he and Dr. Marc Brackett talk about what actually helped (and what didn’t) as he rebuilt resilience. Marco shares his personal journey, the tools he once dismissed, and why curiosity (not perfection) became the turning point for both his emotional and physical resilience. In this conversation What panic and anxiety took from Marco—and what helped him get it back Why curiosity beats “quick fixes” when you’re trying to change your life How to reframe setbacks and stay connected to your purpose The small, repeatable shifts that build resilience over time About the guest: Marco Jimenez is a fitness coach and founder of Marco Jimenez Fitness. He works at the intersection of physical training and emotional resilience. Marco Jimenez: Marco on Instagram: Connect with Marc Brackett: Website: Instagram: X: Facebook: LinkedIn: Dr. Marc Brackett's Books Explore Marc Brackett’s work at the , where he serves as founding director, and learn more about —an evidence-based, systemic approach to SEL developed at Yale that supports leaders, educators, students, and families in building emotional intelligence and creating healthier school climates. A special thank you to the Yale Center for Emotional Intelligence for supporting this webcast. I also want to thank Oji Life Lab for their generous support: . Oji Life Lab is the leader in mastery-centered learning for the workplace. To develop your skills in leadership, emotional intelligence and more, visit oji life lab dot com or click the link in the description of this video and use the promo code DEALINGWITHFEELINGS to save 25%.
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Parenting Without Fixing: Dr. Becky Kennedy on Raising Resilient Kids
01/22/2026
Parenting Without Fixing: Dr. Becky Kennedy on Raising Resilient Kids
Dr. Becky Kennedy joins Dr. Marc Brackett on Dealing With Feeling to rethink what parenting can look like when the goal isn’t to “fix” feelings—but to build connection and emotional resilience. They explore co-regulation, emotional presence, and how to respond to outbursts and difficult behavior in a way that strengthens the parent-child relationship, supports long-term emotional development, and helps kids move through big emotions without shame. In this conversation: Why “fixing” emotions backfires—and what to do instead How co-regulation helps kids build real emotional resilience What to say during meltdowns, defiance, and emotional outbursts How to hold boundaries while staying connected About the guest: Becky Kennedy is a clinical psychologist, bestselling author, and the founder of Good Inside. Good Inside (Dr. Becky’s work): Connect with Marc Brackett: Website: Instagram: X: Facebook: LinkedIn: Dr. Marc Brackett's Books Explore Marc Brackett’s work at the , where he serves as founding director, and learn more about —an evidence-based, systemic approach to SEL developed at Yale that supports leaders, educators, students, and families in building emotional intelligence and creating healthier school climates. A special thank you to the Yale Center for Emotional Intelligence for supporting this webcast. I also want to thank Oji Life Lab for their generous support: . Oji Life Lab is the leader in mastery-centered learning for the workplace. To develop your skills in leadership, emotional intelligence and more, visit oji life lab dot com or click the link in the description of this video and use the promo code DEALINGWITHFEELINGS to save 25%.
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Workplace Anxiety and Everyday Leadership with Dr. Heidi Brooks
01/22/2026
Workplace Anxiety and Everyday Leadership with Dr. Heidi Brooks
Dr. Heidi Brooks joins Dr. Marc Brackett on Dealing with Feeling to explore how emotionally wise leadership transforms workplace culture—and why the “human side of work” is often the missing ingredient in performance, feedback, and well-being. They discuss everyday leadership, emotional wisdom, and how human connection shapes the workplace. Together, they explore what it takes to build environments where learning is normalized, collaboration is more courageous, and anxiety doesn’t become the default. In this conversation: How emotionally wise leaders shape group dynamics in everyday moments Why “head down” productivity can quietly increase workplace anxiety What it means to lead in public—and how vulnerability supports growth How feedback, learning, and failure can be redesigned to help people thrive About the guest: Heidi Brooks is a Senior Lecturer in Organizational Behavior at Yale School of Management. Connect with Marc Brackett: Website: Instagram: X: Facebook: LinkedIn: Dr. Marc Brackett's Books: Explore Marc Brackett’s work at the , where he serves as founding director, and learn more about —an evidence-based, systemic approach to SEL developed at Yale that supports leaders, educators, students, and families in building emotional intelligence and creating healthier school climates. A special thank you to the Yale Center for Emotional Intelligence for supporting this webcast. I also want to thank Oji Life Lab for their generous support: . Oji Life Lab is the leader in mastery-centered learning for the workplace. To develop your skills in leadership, emotional intelligence and more, visit oji life lab dot com or click the link in the description of this video and use the promo code DEALINGWITHFEELINGS to save 25%.
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Burnout or Anxiety? Jessi Gold on Overwhelm and Emotion Regulation
01/22/2026
Burnout or Anxiety? Jessi Gold on Overwhelm and Emotion Regulation
Dr. Jessi Gold joins Dr. Marc Brackett on Dealing with Feeling to explore why so many people feel overwhelmed right now—and how burnout can masquerade as anxiety in a high-pressure world. They discuss how to tell the difference between burnout and anxiety, why emotion regulation matters for long-term mental health, and what practical strategies can help you navigate stress at work and at home without powering through at the cost of your well-being. In this conversation: How burnout can look and feel like anxiety The difference between overwhelm, stress, and anxiety Why emotion regulation is a skill, not a personality trait Practical strategies for building resilience in demanding environments About the guest: Jessi Gold is a psychiatrist and wellness expert, and the author of How Do You Feel? Dr. Jessi Gold’s book: Connect with Marc Brackett: Website: Instagram: X: Facebook: LinkedIn: Dr. Marc Brackett's Books: Explore Marc Brackett’s work at the , where he serves as founding director, and learn more about —an evidence-based, systemic approach to SEL developed at Yale that supports leaders, educators, students, and families in building emotional intelligence and creating healthier school climates. A special thank you to the Yale Center for Emotional Intelligence for supporting this webcast. I also want to thank Oji Life Lab for their generous support: . Oji Life Lab is the leader in mastery-centered learning for the workplace. To develop your skills in leadership, emotional intelligence and more, visit oji life lab dot com or click the link in the description of this video and use the promo code DEALINGWITHFEELINGS to save 25%.
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