{"version":1,"type":"rich","provider_name":"Libsyn","provider_url":"https:\/\/www.libsyn.com","height":90,"width":600,"title":"Self-coaching your emotions and thoughts [Self-coaching series for academics Ep. 4]","description":"Why your emotions feel so overwhelming at work (and what\u2019s actually driving them) If you\u2019ve ever had a disproportionate emotional reaction to something at work\u2014like an email, a decision, or a setback\u2014this episode will help you understand why. You\u2019ll see how quickly thoughts and emotions interact, and why that speed makes it feel like you\u2019re \u201cjust reacting.\u201d A simple framework to stop spiraling and start responding This episode introduces a practical coaching model that helps you separate what happened from what you\u2019re thinking about it. That distinction alone can reduce overwhelm\u2014and give you back a sense of control in situations that usually feel triggering. How to move from emotional paralysis to meaningful action When strong emotions hit, many academics freeze, avoid, or spiral. This episode shows you how to trace your emotions back to the thoughts causing them\u2014and how shifting those thoughts can unlock more productive, intentional action. Why \u201cjust getting over it\u201d doesn\u2019t work (and what to do instead) If you\u2019ve tried to push down emotions or power through them, you already know it doesn\u2019t work. This episode reframes emotional processing as a skill\u2014and gives you a concrete way to actually process emotions so they don\u2019t keep resurfacing. A practical journaling tool to apply immediately to your writing life You\u2019ll walk away with a simple, repeatable exercise you can use anytime you feel stuck, reactive, or overwhelmed. Whether it\u2019s about writing, teaching, or academic politics, this tool helps you shift from reactivity to intentionality. About the Self-Coaching for Academics Series This special podcast series is a practical introduction to self-coaching\u2014designed specifically for academics. Across these episodes, you\u2019ll learn how to examine your thinking, untangle emotional reactions, and make clearer, more aligned decisions about your writing and career. Instead of more productivity hacks, you\u2019ll gain tools to shift beliefs, reduce false urgency, and build real confidence from the inside out. If you\u2019re ready to think differently about your academic life, start with this series. Links & Resources Mentioned Navigate Program \/ Summer Intensive: https:\/\/scholarsvoice.org\/navigate Email list (\u201cIn the Pipeline\u201d newsletter): https:\/\/scholarsvoice.org Coaching model referenced: The Life Coach School (Brooke Castillo)   ","author_name":"Academic Writing Amplified","author_url":"https:\/\/www.cathymazak.com","html":"