How to Cancel Catastrophizing

In this episode, The Hotness shares a tale about a recent cross country flight, some mischief by Elliott on the plane and the wasted worry that accompanied the entire situation. This reminds us to prepare, but to remember that when we catastrophize, it causes undue worry.

Key topics:

• [0:38] Where does Elliott sit on the plane?
• [2:54] A funny story of Elliott and a seat mate on a recent plane ride
• [7:42] What if we have to ground this plane?
• [9:58] The anxiety kicks in…
• [11:18] What ended up happening??
• [11:59] How often do we worry about things that never end up happening?
• [13:18] How to try to avoid catastrophizing

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Date: 04/18/2022

Name of show: Compassion & Courage: Conversations in Healthcare

Episode title and number: Episode 46 – How to Cancel Catastrophizing