Helen Russell
Helen Russell
Season 5 Trailer: The Best of (So Far!)
Season 5 Trailer: The Best of (So Far!)
Season 5 Trailer: The Best of (So Far!)
Wednesday 29th June 2022
Helen Russell explores why embracing sadness is crucial for understanding happiness in the 'How To Be Sad' podcast. Listen now on alcoholfree.com.
28 minutes
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Author:
Helen Russell
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Categories:
Mindfulness & Emotional Wellbeing
Sobriety Toolkit
Sexual Empowerment & Identity
Healing Relationships
Comedic Journeys
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Get the buttons here!Embracing Sadness: Helen Russell's Journey to Understanding Emotions
You really can't get a grip on sadness until you get a grip on happiness and realize how precious it is and embrace it when it happens.
Why do we shy away from sadness? Helen Russell, a journalist and happiness researcher, has spent a decade pondering this question. In the trailer for the fifth season of her podcast 'How To Be Sad', she opens up about the importance of embracing our darker emotions. After years of studying happiness, Helen realized that many people are so fixated on being happy that they fear feeling sad.
This episode tackles why we get sad, how to cope with it, and even the unexpected benefits of allowing ourselves to feel down. Helen dives into the societal pressures that make us feel ashamed of vulnerability and discusses how connecting with others during tough times can be a lifeline. You'll hear snippets from previous episodes, like Kate Bowler's story of facing colon cancer at 35 and rejecting the idea of a bucket list.
Helen also touches on self-care practices that help soothe emotional pain. By the end, you'll be reminded that understanding sadness is crucial to truly appreciating happiness. This episode offers a refreshing perspective on handling life's inevitable lows, making it a must-listen for anyone looking to navigate their emotions better.